How do I convert kWh to kcal?

Use the formula shown above or enter a value to see kWh converted to kcal instantly.

What is the formula for kWh to kcal?

The converter calculates kcal by applying the category-specific conversion factor for Energy.

When should I use kWh vs kcal?

kWh and kcal are both part of the Energy category; pick the unit that matches your measurement context (e.g., scale, region, or industry standard).

Energy Conversion Guide

Convert kWh to kcal

Use the live converter below to translate between Kilowatt Hour (kWh) and Kilocalorie (food) (kcal). Scroll further for quick examples, formula tips, and related units.

Formula insight: Most unit conversions use a simple multiplication or division by a conversion factor. The calculator shows the exact formula used.

Convert

kWh → kcal

Kilowatt Hour

kWh

Kilocalorie (food)

860.4207

kcal

Rounded result (4 decimals max)

Formula

1 kWh = 860.4207 kcal

Conversion sourcesTap or click to view references

The International System of Units (SI) — NIST Special Publication 330
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The SI Brochure (SP 330) is the definitive English edition of the BIPM SI tables. NIST’s edition lists the official constants and conversion factors tying inch-pound units to SI, which SwapUnits applies for length, mass, temperature, pressure, volume, and related conversions. See /standards/nist-si-tenfold for the complete decimal multiple/submultiple table. View source · View SI table

Results update as you type. Swap the direction to convert back from kcal to kWh.

Back to main converter

kWh to kcal quick table

Multiply any row by the same factor to scale results. Use the converter above to enter exact values with your own units.

Kilowatt Hour (kWh)	Kilocalorie (food) (kcal)
0.25 kWh	215.1052 kcal
0.5 kWh	430.2103 kcal
1 kWh	860.4207 kcal
2 kWh	1,720.8413 kcal
5 kWh	4,302.1033 kcal
10 kWh	8,604.2065 kcal
25 kWh	21,510.5163 kcal
100 kWh	86,042.065 kcal

kcal back to kWh

Keep the reciprocal handy when double-checking calculations or undoing a conversion.

Kilocalorie (food) (kcal)	Kilowatt Hour (kWh)
0.25 kcal	0.0003 kWh
0.5 kcal	0.0006 kWh
1 kcal	0.0012 kWh
2 kcal	0.0023 kWh
5 kcal	0.0058 kWh
10 kcal	0.0116 kWh
25 kcal	0.0291 kWh
100 kcal	0.1162 kWh

Explore more energy conversion guide

kWh → J

Convert into Joule without leaving SwapUnits.

kWh → cal

Convert into Calorie without leaving SwapUnits.

kWh → kJ

Convert into Kilojoule without leaving SwapUnits.

kWh → BTU

Convert into British Thermal Unit without leaving SwapUnits.

Compare all energy conversion guide

View the full unit roster, charts, and tips for Energy Conversion Guide conversions.

Open category guide