Quick answer: LED and halogen running costs
- Philips Hue White A60: 7 W, 810 lumens, “Wattage equivalent 60 W”.1
- At 26.32p per kWh it costs £1.84 for 1,000 hours of light.
- A halogen bulb's wattage is printed on it: cost per 1,000 hours = watts x 1,000 hours x your unit rate.
- Last checked: 28 October 2026.
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Compare by wattage (examples)
The halogen rows are example wattages, not specific products. Use the wattage printed on your bulb.
| Bulb | Per 1,000 hours |
|---|---|
| LED, 7 W (Hue A60) | £1.84 |
| Halogen rated 28 W (example) | £7.37 |
| Halogen rated 42 W (example) | £11.05 |
| Halogen rated 53 W (example) | £13.95 |
Who these figures cover
Costs use the Ofgem price cap average for England, Scotland and Wales, 26.32p per kWh by Direct Debit, 1 October to 31 December 2026. Your region and tariff change it.2
HMRC: “The temporary zero rate applies from 1 October 2026 to 30 June 2027.” The Budget on 28 October 2026 extended it from 31 March (announced; the legislation is due in early 2027). Gas stays at 5% VAT.3 In Northern Ireland, use the unit rate on your bill.