Does Unplugging Appliances Save Electricity? The Truth About “Vampire Power” (And What to Do About It)

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Phone & laptop chargers (plugged in, no device)

Smart TVs, soundbars, gaming consoles

Coffee makers with digital clocks

Computers, printers, monitors

Chargers for controllers, vacuums, toothbrushes

Microwaves (hello, glowing clock)

These tiny suckers can consume 5–10% of the electricity used in your house each year, which is equivalent to paying for a spare room that is never used.

How Much Can You Actually Save?

Let’s get real:

Unplugging won’t make you rich.
But it can save $100–$200 per year, depending on your setup.

Here’s a quick peek at what some popular devices cost just sitting there:

Gaming Console (PS5/Xbox)

$30–$60

Cable Box/Satellite Receiver

$40–$80

Coffee Maker (with clock)

$10–$15

Laptop Charger (always plugged)

$5–$10

TV + Soundbar

$25–$50

Multiply that across multiple devices? That’s real money—slowly bleeding out of your wallet.

But Wait—Don’t Unplug Everything!

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