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Watts to kWh Converter

Free watts to kwh converter. All prices are editable estimates, your local rates may differ.

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How to calculate

Formula: kWh = watts ÷ 1,000 × hours. Cost = kWh × rate.

Worked example: 1,000 watts, 5 hours, rate $0.17 per kWh. Energy = 5.00 kWh, cost = $0.85.

Tips

1,000 watts running for 1 hour uses 1 kWh. That is the simplest way to check any appliance, before you add days or months.

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Frequently asked questions

Are the prices accurate?

Prices are editable estimates. The defaults are typical US figures, and your local price can be higher or lower.

Last updated 2026-10-27. Formulas checked by Bilal Mughal.