How much electricity does an infrared patio heater consume per hour in 2026?

An infrared patio heater is a popular form of patio heating for a veranda, garden, or canopy. Many people wonder: how much electricity does a patio heater actually use per hour? In this blog, we'll simply explain the consumption of an electric patio heater, how much it costs, and what to consider when choosing the right patio heater.

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How to calculate the electricity consumption of a patio heater?

The electricity consumption of an outdoor heat lamp is determined by the Wattage of the heater. The higher the power, the more heat – but also the more electricity consumption.

The simple formula:

Watt ÷ 1000 = kWh per hour

Example:

• 1500 Watt patio heater → 1.5 kWh per hour

• 2000 Watt patio heater → 2.0 kWh per hour

• 2500 Watt patio heater → 2.5 kWh per hour

This applies to almost all electric heaters, such as a Eurom patio heater, Heatix heater, or other patio heaters.

Patio heating costs per hour (2026)

The average electricity price in the Netherlands is around €0.30 per kWh (which can, of course, vary per energy supplier). Below you can see approximately how much a patio heater costs per hour.

You usually only use a patio heater for a few hours per evening. As a result, the costs of outdoor heating are often lower than people think.

Example: Eurom Golden 2500 Shadow patio heater

A powerful example of a Eurom heater is the Eurom Golden 2500 Shadow patio heater. This Eurom patio heater is ideal for a heater for a canopy or veranda.

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This hanging or wall-mounted patio heater:

• Power: 2500 Watt

• Consumption: 2.5 kWh per hour

• Cost: approximately €0.75 per hour

Thanks to infrared technology, this outdoor heat lamp directly heats people and objects instead of the air. This means the heat feels faster and more efficient.

Electric patio heater vs gas patio heater

Many people are undecided between a gas heater or an electric patio heater.

Electric patio heater

Advantages:

• Direct infrared heat

• Ideal for canopy heating

• No gas cylinders needed

• Low maintenance

Gas patio heater

Advantages:

• High power

• Suitable for open patios

Disadvantages:

• Replacing gas cylinders

• Less suitable under a canopy

• Often more expensive to use

That's why many people nowadays choose an electric patio heater.

Which patio heater consumes the least electricity?

Want to save energy? You can choose:

• 1500 Watt patio heater for smaller spaces

• wall-mounted patio heater for targeted heat

• hanging patio heater under a veranda

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Wall heaters:
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Tips to consume less electricity

With these tips, you can use your patio heater as efficiently as possible:

Only use the heater when you are sitting outside
A patio heater works instantly, so preheating is not necessary.

Place the heater close to the seating area
This way, less heat is lost.

Use a canopy or veranda
A canopy heater retains heat better.

Choose a good quality heater
For example, a Eurom patio heater, Sunred heater, or Heatix heater.

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Eurom:
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Sunred:
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Heatix:
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Conclusion

The electricity consumption of an infrared patio heater is usually between:

€0.45 and €0.75 per hour, depending on the power of the patio heater.

For a veranda or canopy, an electric patio heater is often the best choice. This outdoor heat lamp provides instant heat, is easy to install, and perfect for cozy evenings outdoors.

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