LED & CFL Cost Comparison Table

When deciding on new lighting options it is hard because of so many variables. The most efficient and cost effective and eco-friendly lighting is often the most expensive upfront. So how do we make a wise decision? The following is a cost comparison table that helps you make that decision. This doesn't cover all factors, but it does show the bottom line elements. In our opinion, LED's win by far.

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Label	LED	CFL	Incandescent
Light bulb projected lifespan	50,000 hours	10,000 hours	1,200 hours
Watts per bulb (equiv. 60 watts)	6	14	60
Cost per bulb	$35.95	$3.95	$1.25
KWh of power used for 50,000 hours	300	700	3000
Cost of electricity (@ 0.20per KWh)	$60	$140	$600
Bulbs needed for 60k hours of use	1	5	42
Equivalent 60k hours bulb expense	$35.95	$19.75	$52.50
Total cost for 60k hours	$95.95	$159.75	$652.50
Ecology & Enviroment	Very Green	Damaging Mercury	Damaging
Heat Issue	Least	Ballast Heat	Largest
Light Control	Most Control	Least Control	Variable Control
Maintenance	Zero	Ballast Issue	Replace Often
Weather Temperature	Not Sensitive	Sensitive	Some Sensitivity
Effective Lumens	Equivalent	Equivalent	Equivalent