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How much does it cost to run a hair straightener? ($0.10/mo)
Running a hair straightener costs about $0.10 / month
($0.00/day at 0.2 h/day, $0.17/kWh).
($0.00/day at 0.2 h/day, $0.17/kWh).
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A hair straightener heats a small set of plates, so it uses far less power than a hair dryer despite getting very hot.
Cost at different electricity rates
| Electricity rate | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0.10/kWh | $0.00 | $0.06 | $0.73 |
| $0.15/kWh | $0.00 | $0.09 | $1.10 |
| $0.20/kWh | $0.00 | $0.12 | $1.46 |
| $0.25/kWh | $0.01 | $0.15 | $1.83 |
| $0.30/kWh | $0.01 | $0.18 | $2.19 |
| $0.40/kWh | $0.01 | $0.24 | $2.92 |
Cost over time
| Per hour of use | $0.02 |
| Per day (0.2 h) | $0.00 |
| Per month | $0.10 |
| Per year | $1.24 |
How to spend less
- Run it fewer hours or on an eco / lower setting.
- Upgrade to a more efficient model (check the energy label).
- Use a smart plug or timer to kill standby and idle draw.
Want the raw figure? See how many watts a hair straightener uses.
FAQ
How many watts does a hair straightener use?
Around 25-200 watts depending on size and plate temperature.
Does a straightener use much electricity?
No - it is one of the cheaper grooming tools to run.
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