Keurig vs. Nespresso: running cost
A Nespresso is cheaper to run: about $3 a year versus $9 for a Keurig at typical use and 17.99¢/kWh, a $6 difference.
| Keurig | Nespresso | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical watts | 1,400 W | 1,300 W |
| Watt range | 1,100–1,500 W | 1,150–1,500 W |
| Typical use | 10 cups a week | 10 cups a week |
| Energy per year | 49 kWh | 17 kWh |
| Cost per hour | 1.1¢ | 0.4¢ |
| Cost per day | 2.4¢ | 0.9¢ |
| Cost per month | $0.73 | $0.26 |
| Cost per year | $9 | $3 |
| Per year in Hawaii (43.51¢) | $21 | $8 |
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What drives the difference
- Keurig: Keurig brewers heat an internal reservoir at about 1,400-1,500 W; each cup uses about 0.04-0.08 kWh including warm-up. Models that keep water hot between cups idle at 15-30 W if auto-off is disabled.
- Nespresso: Nespresso machines use a fast thermoblock at about 1,200-1,500 W, heating for about 25-40 seconds per capsule; each cup uses roughly 0.02-0.03 kWh.
Ways to cut either cost
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Frequently asked questions
Which costs more to run, a Keurig or a Nespresso?
At typical use and the U.S. average rate (17.99¢/kWh), a Keurig costs about $9 a year versus $3 for a Nespresso. That's $6 more, or 2.8× as much.
How many watts do Keurig and Nespresso use?
A Keurig typically draws 1,400 W (range 1,100–1,500 W). A Nespresso draws 1,300 W (range 1,150–1,500 W). Watts alone don't decide cost. Hours of use, cycling and standby matter just as much.
Rates: EIA, 12 months ending 2026-07. Methodology.