
The price of gas in Australia has increased sharply in recent years.
And that’s not about to end. As global demand for this finite resource surges, experts are predicting that prices will continue to rise for years to come.
When we consider that gas heating makes up nearly 70% of our total gas bill^, the certainty of rising gas prices is concerning.

The good news
The good news is that Australian households can beat rising gas prices by choosing alternatives to gas for their heating. Electricity is a smart, more efficient alternative. Not only is it cheaper due to its abundant supply, it is a renewable energy source that will help keep our environment cleaner for longer.
Savings when switching from gas heating to a split system air conditioner
Source: Alternative Technology Association

Daikin has a range of products to suit both single room and whole house heating requirements to help reduce your energy bills.
When you switch to a Daikin Split or Ducted system to heat your home, you’ll enjoy significant savings on your energy bill, depending on which Australian state you live in. Victorian households, for example, can save up to 48% by using a split system for heating a single room.
The figures really stack up
Our Daikin Research & Development Team compared the average running cost of a floor gas heater versus a Daikin Split System. The comparison was based on delivering identical heating running times from both options and calculating the respective running costs.
Product running cost comparison – Victoria
Gas Heater | |
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Unit Specs | 5 Star Room Space Heater |
Output of Gas Heater | 6 kW (21.6 MJ) |
Output over 1306 hours | 28209.6 MJ |
Gas consumption over 1306 hours1 | 33188 MJ |
Gas cost2 | 2.19c MJ |
Additional electricity costs (i.e. fan and control electronics) | $17.93 |
Total gas cost | $726.81 |
TOTAL COST OF GAS HEATING | $744.68 |
Daikin Split System | |
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Unit Specs | Alira X FTXM50W /RXM50W |
Output of Split System | 6 kW |
Output over 1306 hours1 | 7836 kWh |
Electricity consumption over 1306 hours | 1705 kW/h |
Electricity cost3 | 22.88c kW/h |
Additional energy costs |
$0 |
Total electricity cost | $390.10 |
TOTAL COST OF ELECTRIC HEATING | $390.10 |
Daikin Split Systems are up to 48.8%* cheaper to run than gas heating
- Heating hours are calculated as defined by AS/NZS 3823.4.2:2014
- Gas cost from finder.com.au/cost-of-gas accessed 15/03/2023
- Electricity cost from finder.com.au/average-cost-of-electricity accessed 15/03/2023
Product running cost comparison – Australian Capital Territory
Gas Heater | |
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Unit Specs | 5 Star Room Space Heater |
Output of Gas Heater | 6 kW (21.6 MJ) |
Output over 1306 hours | 28209.6 MJ |
Gas consumption over 1306 hours1 | 33188 MJ |
Gas cost2 | 3.24c / Mj |
Additional electricity costs (i.e. fan and control electronics) | $22.84 |
Total gas cost | $1075.28 |
TOTAL COST OF GAS HEATING | $1098.13 |
Daikin Split System | |
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Unit Specs | Alira X FTXM50W /RXM50W |
Output of Split System | 6 kW |
Output over 1306 hours | 7836 kWh |
Electricity consumption over 1306 hours1 | 1705 kW/h |
Electricity cost3 | 25.73c / kWh |
Additional energy costs |
$0 |
Total electricity cost | $497.01 |
TOTAL COST OF ELECTRIC HEATING | $497.01 |
Daikin Split Systems are up to 55.9%* cheaper to run than gas heating
- Heating hours are calculated as defined by AS/NZS 3823.4.2:2014
- Gas cost from finder.com.au/cost-of-gas accessed 02/06/2023
- Electricity cost from finder.com.au/average-cost-of-electricity accessed 02/06/2023
Product running cost comparison – New South Wales
Gas Heater | |
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Unit Specs | 5 Star Room Space Heater |
Output of Gas Heater | 6 kW (21.6 MJ) |
Output over 543 hours | 11728.8 MJ |
Gas consumption over 543 hours1 | 13799 MJ |
Gas cost2 | 3.21c / Mj |
Additional electricity costs (i.e. fan and control electronics) | $9.35 |
Total gas cost | $442.93 |
TOTAL COST OF GAS HEATING | $452.29 |
Daikin Split System | |
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Unit Specs | Alira X FTXM50W /RXM50W |
Output of Split System | 6 kW |
Output over 543 hours | 3258 kWh |
Electricity consumption over 543 hours1 | 623 kW/h |
Electricity cost3 | 28.70c / kWh |
Additional energy costs |
$0 |
Total electricity cost | $178.80 |
TOTAL COST OF ELECTRIC HEATING | $178.80 |
Daikin Split Systems are up to 61.7%* cheaper to run than gas heating
- Heating hours are calculated as defined by AS/NZS 3823.4.2:2014
- Gas cost from finder.com.au/cost-of-gas accessed 15/03/2023
- Electricity cost from finder.com.au/average-cost-of-electricity accessed 15/03/2023
Product running cost comparison – South Australia
Gas Heater | |
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Unit Specs | 5 Star Room Space Heater |
Output of Gas Heater | 6 kW (21.6 MJ) |
Output over 543 hours | 11728.8 MJ |
Gas consumption over 543 hours1 | 13799 MJ |
Gas cost2 | 3.98c / Mj |
Additional electricity costs (i.e. fan and control electronics) | $12.23 |
Total gas cost | $549.18 |
TOTAL COST OF GAS HEATING | $561.41 |
Daikin Split System | |
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Unit Specs | Alira X FTXM50W /RXM50W |
Output of Split System | 6 kW |
Output over 543 hours | 3258 kWh |
Electricity consumption over 543 hours1 | 623 kW/h |
Electricity cost3 | 37.54c / kWh |
Additional energy costs |
$0 |
Total electricity cost | $233.87 |
TOTAL COST OF ELECTRIC HEATING | $233.87 |
Daikin Split Systems are up to 59.6%* cheaper to run than gas heating
- Heating hours are calculated as defined by AS/NZS 3823.4.2:2014
- Gas cost from finder.com.au/cost-of-gas accessed 15/03/2023
- Electricity cost from finder.com.au/average-cost-of-electricity accessed 15/03/2023
We’re in good hands
While the possible savings make the decision to switch easier, the increased cost of living and other economic pressures can make it hard know when is the best time to switch.
Fortunately, Australian governments and regulatory bodies are recognising the need for urgent and ongoing action to protect households from increasing energy costs. These bodies recognise that an upgrade now will save people money in the long run and are focused on assisting households with their upgrade decisions.
Why Daikin?
It’s not just financial savings that you’ll enjoy when switching to a Daikin split system.
By using air conditioning in your home, you’ll improve your indoor air quality by maintaining optimal temperature and humidity levels.
While it may be invisible, indoor air quality has a big impact on our health and comfort at home.
As Air Specialists, we’re passionate about designing products with innovative technologies to provide the most comfortable, clean and healthy, perfect air possible, in the most efficient way.
When you choose a Daikin split system, you can be confident that you’ve made a wise choice for your home comfort, your well-being and your financial future.

Daikin was recently awarded Australia’s Most Trusted Brand for Air Conditioners! We’re proud that thousands of Australians put their trust in our brand!
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