Heater running costs in Ireland, in euro
What electric heaters, oil filled radiators and heated throws cost to run in Ireland, in euro, and what to know when you buy them from Amazon.co.uk.
Heater running costs in Ireland, in euro
| Power | 1 hour | 3 hours a day, a month | On a thermostat* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 W | 1.8c | €1.61 | 96.4c |
| 150 W | 4.9c | €4.38 | €2.63 |
| 650 W | 21.1c | €18.99 | €11.40 |
| 1 kW | 32.5c | €29.22 | €17.53 |
| 1.5 kW | 48.7c | €43.83 | €26.30 |
| 2 kW | 64.9c | €58.45 | €35.07 |
| 3 kW | 97.4c | €87.67 | €52.60 |
At 32.47c/kWh. Ireland: average unit rate of a standard 24-hour urban meter, 32.47c/kWh including 9% VAT (Selectra Ireland, September 2026). Bills also include a standing charge and depend on your supplier and plan. * Heating about 60 % of the time once the room is warm.
Buying from Amazon.co.uk in Ireland
- Amazon.co.uk delivers to Ireland. Delivery options and charges depend on the item and the seller: check the delivery details on the product page before you order.
- Same plugs and voltage: Ireland uses the same three-pin plug and 230 V supply as the UK, so the heaters on this site plug straight in.
- Night rate: if you are on a night saver or smart time-of-use tariff, a heater or radiator on a timer is cheapest during those hours.
Our picks for low running costs
Russell Hobbs RHOFR3001W 650W 5 Fin Oil Filled Radiator
- Oil filled radiator · 650 W
- Small 650 W oil radiator with adjustable thermostat for rooms up to 10 m²: one of the cheapest ways to keep a small room or office warm for hours.
- Costs 17.1p an hour at full power.
Silentnight Comfort Control Heated Throw 120x160cm
- Heated throw · 90 W
- Fleece heated throw with 9 heat settings, fast heat-up and safety shut-off: keeps you warm on the sofa for a few pence an hour.
- Costs 2.4p an hour at full power.
Dreo Atom 316 Ceramic Heater 1500W
- Fan heater · 1,500 W
- One of the most-reviewed ceramic heaters on Amazon UK: quiet (34 dB), digital thermostat, 12-hour timer and remote. Warms a bedroom or home office in minutes.
- Costs 39.5p an hour at full power.
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The rest of this site shows costs at the UK Ofgem price cap (26.32p/kWh). To convert any figure, multiply the power in kW by your own unit rate: a 2 kW heater for an hour at 32.47c is 64.9c.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a 2kW heater cost to run in Ireland?
About 64.9c an hour at full power at an average unit rate of 32.47c/kWh including VAT. Check your own unit rate on your bill.
Does Amazon UK deliver heaters to Ireland?
Yes, Amazon.co.uk delivers to Ireland. Delivery options and charges depend on the item and seller, so check the product page before ordering.
Will a UK heater work in Ireland?
Yes: Ireland uses the same 230 V supply and three-pin plug as the UK.
Running costs use the Ofgem energy price cap, 1 October to 31 December 2026: average unit rate for electricity paid by Direct Debit (26.32p/kWh, standing charge 54.83p/day) and gas (7.97p/kWh). National averages; your region and tariff may differ. Prices on Amazon change: check the live price before you buy.