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Electric vs Gas Appliance Calculator
Compare yearly running cost of an electric and a gas appliance for the same heat.
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Compare yearly running cost of an electric and a gas appliance for the same heat.
Electric vs Gas Appliance Estimator
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๐ก Tip: Cost = heat / efficiency x unit price.
How It Works
Key concepts behind this calculator
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2
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3
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4
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Quick Reference Guide
Electric Quick Guide
Typical values for reference.
| Heat kWh | Elec p | Elec eff % | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3000 | 28 | 100 | ยฃ592.94 |
| 500 | 28 | 100 | ยฃ98.82 |
| 8000 | 28 | 300 | ยฃ87.84 |
| 2000 | 15 | 100 | ยฃ135.29 |
| Rule of Thumb | Check inputs | Use as a guide | Round sensibly |
Common Questions
Electric vs Gas Calculator FAQ
Answers to common questions about this calculator.
Often per kWh, but heat pumps can reverse this.
Useful heat out divided by energy in.
They are not included here.
It is an estimate from the inputs.