Budget Calculator

1. Impartiality and Transparency
Created by the Home Technology Association—a respected, independent third party - the calculator is openly accessible via our website. That means anyone can use it, and everyone sees the same baseline figures. It brings clarity to what can otherwise be a complex and opaque process.

2. Accuracy Backed by Industry Expertise
The tool has been developed using real-world data from leading home technology professionals across the US and UK. It’s far more comprehensive and accurate than any calculator we could build in isolation, and provides a reliable starting point for meaningful budget conversations.

You’ll notice the estimated costs can span a very large range - that’s intentional, and an inherent part of the process.
The difference between the low and high ends reflects the level of choice available within every category of technology, and this can often be significantly greater than first imagined.
For instance:

• A 55” TV might cost anywhere between £300 and £3,000

• Lighting keypads can range from £200 to over £1,000 for a bespoke or custom finish

• Ceiling speakers vary from £500 to over £5,000

• Window treatments might be a £1,000 for a simple automated blind or £5,000 for a bespoke motorised curtain pole solution

It’s a bit like comparing an entry-level car to the flagship model - a Mercedes A-Class to a Mercedes Maybach S-Class for example.
Both are great options - just designed for different needs, priorities, and tastes.