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Air Cooler Running Cost Calculator

Enter the power printed on the cooler, how many units run and the hours they operate during your chosen period.

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Estimated air-cooler running cost

₹384

The entered air coolers may use about 48 kWh over 30 days.

Energy for period48 kWh
Average daily cost₹12.80
Annualised cost₹4,672

Keep in mind

Fan and water-pump power are assumed to be included in the entered nameplate wattage.

Speed settings, pump cycling and different cooler schedules are not separately modelled.

How this estimate works

A simple formula, visible assumptions

Energy (kWh) = cooler watts × number of coolers × hours per day × days ÷ 1,000; cost = energy × tariff.

The result updates in your browser as you change an input. It is a planning estimate, so compare it with real bills, product specifications and a qualified professional's assessment.

Read the full methodology
A better input gives a better result

Before you calculate

  • Use a recent electricity bill or equipment nameplate.
  • Enter prices and tariffs that apply to your household.
  • Keep notes from installers or manufacturers nearby.
  • Recalculate when your usage pattern changes.
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