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Tumble dryer vs ironing- which is the cheaper way to dry clothes?
A Money Edit reader asked us which is cheaper - drying and ironing clothes or hanging them straight up fresh out of the tumble dryer? So, we did the maths
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Wood-burning stove vs central heating ‒ which is cheaper?
Wood-burning stove vs central heating ‒ which is cheaper? With households trying to spend less on energy, we compare the two.
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Standard variable vs fixed rate – which energy tariff should you go for?
Standard variable vs fixed rate tariff – with wholesale gas prices falling, the latest forecasts reveal typical energy bills could fall well below the EPG level as soon as July.
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Shower vs bath – what's the cheaper way to wash?
Households are trying to cut energy costs, even in the bathroom. When it comes down to the shower vs bath battle - which one is cheaper?
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Premium Bonds vs the National Lottery - which is more likely to make you a millionaire?
Premium Bonds vs the National Lottery – which is more likely to make you a millionaire?
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Oven vs microwave – which is cheaper to run?
Oven vs microwave – we put two energy-hungry kitchen appliances head-to-head to find out which is cheaper to run
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Radiator vs electric heater: which is the cheapest way of heating?
If you want a quick blast of heat – should you crank up the central heating or plug in an electric heater for an hour? We look at the costs and benefits of each.
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Hot water bottle vs electric blanket - which is cheaper to keep warm?
High energy costs mean looking for ways to stay warm for less, especially as winter kicks in. We compare hot water bottle vs electric blanket to help you keep bills low
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Heated airer vs tumble dryer - which is cheaper to dry laundry?
How can you dry clothes while adding as little as possible to your energy bill - heated airer vs tumble dryer?
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Slow cooker vs oven - which is cheaper?
Famous of low and slow cooking with minimal effort, could opting for a slow cooker over your oven also save you money on your energy bills?
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Fan heater vs oil heater – which is cheaper to run?
With so many options for heating your home, we compared fan heater vs oil heater to see which is cheaper.
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Tumble dryer vs dehumidifier – which one is cheaper for drying clothes?
Drying your clothes is trickier in the winter so we’ve looked at a couple of alternatives to the washing line, a dehumidifier and tumble dryer - to find out which one is cheaper
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Air fryer vs microwave – which is the most cost-effective way to cook a meal?
Air fryer vs microwave – kitchen appliances are energy hungry, so we find out which one is cheaper to run.
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Heated airer vs dehumidifier - which is the cheapest way to dry clothes indoors?
We’ve found a heated airer and a dehumidifier are cheaper to use than a tumble-dryer, but how do they compare against each other?
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Fake Christmas tree vs real Christmas tree - which is cheaper?
It’s the most expensive time of year but not everyone can afford to splash out this Christmas, so we investigate which is cheaper - fake Christmas tree or real Christmas tree?
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Supermarket fuel vs branded – is cheaper fuel bad for your car?
Supermarket fuel vs branded fuel – how different are they in quality and is cheaper fuel bad for your car?
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Solar panels vs heat pumps - which will save more on your energy bills?
If you’re looking to decarbonise your home, improve its efficiency and save money on your energy bills, you might want to consider investing in solar panels or a heat pump
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SIPP vs ISAs: what’s the best way to save for retirement?
SIPP vs ISAs: how to make use of tax-efficient saving options for your retirement.
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ISAs vs savings accounts: which is better for your money?
ISAs offer tax-free savings, but there are higher rates on offer from traditional savings accounts – which is the best for you?
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Black Friday vs Boxing day sales – when are you more likely to bag a bargain?
Black Friday vs Boxing Day – both are hyped up as bargain bonanzas with no shortage of retailers promising big discounts but are those bargains all they’re cracked up to be?
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Asda 'Just Essentials' vs M&S 'Remarksable' - which discount range is better value?
Shoppers are looking for the cheapest supermarket to do their weekly shop, so we put own label Asda Just Essentials vs M&S Remarksable to the test
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HSBC vs Nationwide £200 switching bonus – how do the accounts compare?
HSBC has matched Nationwide’s £200 switching bonus for customers looking for a new current account. We explain how they compare.
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Night vs day – when is energy cheaper and how much could you save?
Can you save money using energy at different times of day and night? We ask the experts.
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British Gas vs E.ON: which should I choose?
We compare energy giants British Gas and E.ON to help you choose the right provider
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British Gas vs Shell Energy – which is the better provider?
If you're torn on which energy provider to choose, we've compared the biggest suppliers to help you decide
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SSE Energy vs Shell Energy – which energy provider should I choose?
SSE Energy vs Shell Energy: we compare these energy providers on their cheapest deals and the quality of their customer service to their green credentials.
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Dishwasher vs hand-washing - which is cheaper?
With households trying to consume less energy, we put the dishwasher and washing dishes by hand head-to-head and ask which is cheaper
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Fixed vs easy access savings accounts — with rates rising should you switch now or wait?
Following the Bank of England’s base rate rise, The Money Edit’s Guy Anker shares his cash savings tips
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EDF Energy vs ScottishPower – which is best for households?
We compare the two energy giants on the factors that really matter to energy customers, including the quality of their customer service and their green credentials
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