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How much does it cost to run a hedge trimmer? ($1.28/mo)
Running a hedge trimmer costs about $1.28 / month
($0.04/day at 0.5 h/day, $0.17/kWh).
($0.04/day at 0.5 h/day, $0.17/kWh).
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A hedge trimmer uses a modest motor, so even an afternoon of trimming costs only a few cents in electricity.
Cost at different electricity rates
| Electricity rate | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0.10/kWh | $0.03 | $0.75 | $9.13 |
| $0.15/kWh | $0.04 | $1.13 | $13.69 |
| $0.20/kWh | $0.05 | $1.50 | $18.25 |
| $0.25/kWh | $0.06 | $1.88 | $22.81 |
| $0.30/kWh | $0.08 | $2.25 | $27.38 |
| $0.40/kWh | $0.10 | $3.00 | $36.50 |
Cost over time
| Per hour of use | $0.09 |
| Per day (0.5 h) | $0.04 |
| Per month | $1.28 |
| Per year | $15.51 |
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 hedge trimmer uses.
FAQ
How many watts does a hedge trimmer use?
Around 400-700 watts while cutting.
Is an electric hedge trimmer cheap to run?
Very - the energy cost is tiny compared with the convenience.
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