300 vs 500 vs 1000 litres: how much oil should I order?
Bigger fills are cheaper per litre, but cash flow and tank size matter. Here's how to choose.
By MyOil Team ·
Cheaper by the litre, bigger by the bill
The more you order, the lower the price per litre, a 1000 L fill almost always beats two 500 L fills. But many households deliberately buy smaller amounts to manage cash flow, and that's a perfectly valid choice.
Rules of thumb
- 1000 L, best value if you have the tank space and the budget.
- 500 L, the common minimum order and a sensible middle ground.
- 300 L, fine for spreading cost, but watch the per-litre premium and delivery minimums.
Compare the actual € price for each volume on your county page before deciding.
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