Cost per use calculator
A $40 pair of shoes worn 50 times costs more per wear than a $120 pair worn 300 times. Compare two options by price, how often you'll use them and how long they'll last.
Better valueOption B
Option A per use$0.77
Option B per use$0.38
Total uses A / B52 / 312
Option B costs $0.38 less each time you use it.
How it works
- Total uses = uses per week × 52 × years it lasts.
- Cost per use = price ÷ total uses.
- Estimates of lifespan are guesses. Use reviews and warranty length to keep them realistic.
Calculations run in your browser using the numbers you enter. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.
Questions
Why compare cost per use?
It shows the long-term value of a purchase instead of only the price on the tag, which helps when a sale makes a lower-quality item tempting.