How to read the energy labelThe A to G colours, the older A+++ to D scale, and what every symbol means for each appliance.

Find a model that fits

Set the space you have and the most you want to spend on electricity, and see the register narrowed to the models that meet every limit.

What size do I need?

Size the appliance to the room first, then see the models registered for sale in the UK at that size, ranked by what they cost to run.

Any appliance

Start from a label figure or a power rating.

Typical running costs by appliance

The median of every model registered for sale in the UK, at your usage. The lowest- and highest-energy models are shown alongside.

Around the home

Appliances without an energy label: from the rating plate and your hours of use.