GreenMatch reports using an air fryer can lead to significant long-term savings
UK households who have a gas oven could be handed £161 off their energy bill - all by switching to an air fryer. GreenMatch reports using an air fryer can lead to significant long-term savings. For instance, cooking with an air fryer for 150 hours a year costs approximately £29.40, compared to £91.20 for an electric oven and £116.40 for a gas oven.
These savings can increase over time, making air fryers a cost-effective choice for many households. "You can save up to 75% on your energy bill with Ninja Air Fryers. Wondering if it’s cheaper to cook in an air fryer than an oven? The amount of energy used to cook at home will depend on the appliance, foods and the functions selected," Ninja said on its website.
The appliance maker went on and told UK households: "For example, large ovens may be able to cook bigger foods, cook more at once and be well-insulated, while newer appliances may have a broader range of functions and features for reduced cook times.
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"However, their size may mean more energy is required to get them to temperature and more energy could be lost if access to the food is needed during cooking. Plug-in meters allow you to measure the energy consumption of appliances with accessible sockets.
"Careful use of domestic smart meters may allow you to approximate your oven’s energy use." The figures are based on the regulator and energy watchdog Ofgem price cap with appliances tested against fish fingers and sausages, including pre-heat.
Testing and calculations were based on recommended cook time for sausages, using air fry function versus conventional ovens. Air fryers typically use between 1,000 to 1,800 watts of power, with an average model consuming around 1,500 watts, GreenMatch said.
If used daily for an hour, this translates to approximately £0.30-£0.50 added to your monthly electric bill. In comparison, conventional ovens consume between 2 and 5 kWh. In practical terms, cooking a chicken in an air fryer might cost around 12p, compared to 26p in an oven. Using the air fryer frequently for small meals can result in significant yearly savings.
