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Christopher Harper & Ellie Kemp

Martin Lewis explains exact cost of air fryer, oven and microwave - and how to work out cheapest cooking method for any meal

Martin Lewis has explained which kitchen gadget is cheapest to run, dispelling myths that air fryers are always the most economical option.

The popular item has become a household must-have, making cooking more simple - and most of the time cheaper - than using the oven or microwave. But the Money Saving Expert has revealed that air fryers might not be as cost-effective as you think, reports BirminghamLive.

During an episode of The Martin Lewis podcast, he explained the key differences between the oven, microwave and air fryer as well as an equation to work out how much they cost to run. Lewis said: "A microwave gives you consistent heat whereas an oven is warming up to full temperature and then topping it up so it isn’t running at full power the whole time...

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