Find the cheapest time to charge.

Compare start times, utility rates, and home charging speed in one forecast. This open-source tool is still a work in progress.

1. Vehicle Selection

Choose the vehicle first, then tune the charging scenario below.

Selected vehicle

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Vehicle electric range

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Battery pack

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Charging connector

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2. Charging Setup

Adjust the sliders and rates to see how the forecast changes.

Use `Custom` to enter your own utility tariff.

This version can now model several time-of-use schedules, but many utility details like holidays, fixed charges, and provider-specific exceptions are still simplified.

3. Forecast

Instantly updates as you change vehicle, state of charge, or utility rates. See assumptions at bottom.

Estimate only

This calculator is a useful planning tool, but it may not fully match your real bill. Utility tariffs, vehicle charging behavior, and charging losses are simplified in this version.

Cumulative Charging Cost

Hover to inspect cost and see where the session crosses TOU pricing windows.

Cost by Possible Start Hour

Tap any bar to move the planned charge session.

Utility Price Schedule

Rates rise during the selected peak window.