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How Much Does a Instant Pot / Pressure Cooker Cost to Run?
An electric pressure cooker draws about 1,000 watts during pressurizing, then cycles to maintain pressure at a much lower draw. Very efficient for long-cook recipes.
watts
hrs/day
$/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.08
0.5 kWh
Monthly Cost
$2.40
15.0 kWh
Yearly Cost
$29.20
182.5 kWh
For perspective...
At $29.20/year, that's about $2 per month — roughly 6 gallons of gas per year.
Energy-Saving Tips for Your Instant Pot / Pressure Cooker
- Pressure cooking uses up to 70% less energy than stovetop simmering
- The sauté function draws full wattage — use it briefly
- Natural pressure release saves energy vs quick release