Dishwashers are often more efficient than hand washing. Here’s how much electricity they really use.
Electricity Use
Most dishwashers use:
- 1.2–2.4 kWh per cycle
Eco mode:
- 0.8–1.5 kWh
Dishwasher vs Hand Washing
Dishwashers often use less water and energy than washing by hand.
How to Reduce Dishwasher Energy Use
- Run only full loads
- Use Eco mode
- Air dry
- Clean filter regularly