Cost per use calculator

The ‘Is it worth it?’ calculator

Look beyond the price tag to find the true long-term value of any purchase

Ever wondered about the real value of a purchase? Our calculator helps you look beyond the price tag to understand the true cost of ownership. By entering an item’s cost, lifespan, and how often you’ll use it, you can instantly see the cost per use. This is perfect for comparing products, calculating cost per wear for clothing, or simply asking: Is it worth it?

How to use the calculator:

1. Enter Item Cost: The initial price you pay for the item.
2. Add Recurring Costs (Optional): Include any monthly fees like subscriptions or maintenance.
3. Set Expected Lifespan: How long you think the item will last, in years or months.
4. Set Usage Frequency: How often you’ll use the item per week or month.

Cost Per Use Calculator

putting the calculator to work

Understanding the true cost of ownership is the foundation of our philosophy. We use these same calculations to analyze products and create our in-depth buying guides, helping you find items that offer the best long-term value.

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FAQ

A cost per use calculator is a tool that determines the actual cost of an item based on how many times you use it. It’s calculated by dividing the total cost of the item (including recurring fees) by the total number of times it’s used over its lifespan. This helps you find the true value of a purchase.

Cost per wear is calculated the same way as cost per use. You take the total price of a piece of clothing and divide it by the number of times you expect to wear it. Our value calculator makes this easy—just enter the price, estimated lifespan, and how often you’ll wear it.

The true cost of ownership (TCO) includes the initial purchase price plus all direct and indirect costs over the item’s life. Our purchase calculator accounts for this by letting you add monthly recurring costs, such as subscriptions, maintenance, or fuel, giving you a complete financial picture.