How much does a patio heater cost per hour?

A patio heater is the ideal solution to sit outside comfortably on chilly evenings. But how much does a patio heater actually cost per hour? In this blog, we explain what you need to take into account in terms of consumption costs, what types of patio heaters there are, which brands are reliable and which wattages are common.

Electric patio heater vs gas patio heater

The cost of a patio heater per hour depends largely on the type of heating:

1. Electric patio heater
Electric patio heaters are more energy efficient and environmentally friendly. They are easy to connect to the power grid and require little maintenance.

• Average consumption: 2000 watts (2 kWh)

• Electricity price NL (2025): approx. €0.40 per kWh

• Cost per hour: 2 kWh x €0.40 = €0.80 per hour

View the range of electric wall patio heaters here.

2. Gas patio heater
Gas-fired patio heaters are more powerful and very suitable for larger patios or catering use.

• Average consumption: 0.4 kg propane per hour

• Price of propane gas: approx. €3.20 per kg

• Cost per hour: 0.4 kg x €3.20 = €1.28 per hour

Discover the different gas patio heaters here .

Types of wattages and their costs

The wattage determines how much heat the patio heater emits and how much power it consumes:

• 1000 watts → €0.40 per hour

• 1500 watts → €0.60 per hour

• 2000 watts → €0.80 per hour

• 2500 watts → €1.00 per hour

• 3000 watts → €1.20 per hour

The higher the wattage, the more powerful the heater, but also the higher the consumption. So choose a capacity that suits your terrace size.

Popular brands of patio heaters

At Tuinverwarming.com you will find an extensive range of reliable brands:

• Eurom – Good price-quality ratio, with various models for wall and standing patio heaters. They are known for their reliability and ease of use.

• Sunred – Innovative designs with efficient heat distribution. Sunred offers stylish models with short and medium wave infrared technology.

• Heatix – A brand that stands out for its modern designs and powerful performance. Heatix is ​​ideal for those looking for powerful electrical solutions with high durability.

View the overview of all brands of patio heaters .

Conclusion

The cost of a patio heater per hour varies between €0.40 and €1.28, depending on the type, wattage and energy source used. Electric models are cheaper to run and easy to maintain, while gas models are more powerful.

Do you want to enjoy your garden, balcony or terrace longer? Visit Tuinverwarming.com and find the perfect patio heater for your situation.