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Candle Burn Time Calculator
Burn time is roughly proportional to wax weight, with soy and coconut wax burning slightly faster than paraffin and beeswax burning longest of all. Adding wicks consumes wax faster still, which is why multi-wick candles burn out sooner.
How it works
Candle weight
Wax type
Number of wicks
Burn time per ounce
Total burn time
Days if burned 4 h a day
Effect of the wick count
Frequently asked questions
How do I use the Candle Burn Time Calculator?
Fill in the fields above โ the result recalculates instantly as you type. Everything runs in your browser, so the values you enter are never collected or stored.
Is this calculator free?
Yes. It is completely free, requires no account, and works on phones, tablets and desktops.