Britannia Windows vs Origin

Average Price

£820

Britannia Windows

£950

Origin

U-Value

1.1 W/m²K

Britannia Windows

1.0 W/m²K

Origin

Warranty

15.0 years

Britannia Windows

20.0 years

Origin

Customer Rating

4.5/5

Britannia Windows

4.8/5

Origin

Britannia Windows vs Origin: Summary

When comparing Britannia Windows and Origin windows, several key differences emerge. Britannia Windows, established in 1986, offers windows with an average U-Value of 1.1 W/m²K at an average price of £820. Meanwhile, Origin windows average 1.0 W/m²K U-Value at £950.

Britannia Windows windows come with an average warranty of 15.0 years, compared to Origin's 20.0 years. Customer satisfaction ratings show Origin ahead at 4.8/5, while reliability scores give Origin a slight edge.

Both manufacturers offer smart glazing technology and produce windows suitable for different property types. Both are based in United Kingdom.

Detailed Comparison

Britannia Windows
Origin
Average Price
£820
£950
U-Value
1.1 W/m²K
1.0 W/m²K
Energy Rating
A+
A+
Average Warranty
15.0 years
20.0 years
Reliability Score
4.6/5
4.8/5
Customer Satisfaction
4.5/5
4.8/5
UK Market Share
5.4%
8.2%
Established
1986
2002
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Smart Glazing Technology
High Efficiency (U-Value ≤ 1.2)
Extended Warranty Options

Who Should Choose Britannia Windows

  • Budget-conscious homeowners looking for value windows
  • Tech-savvy homeowners wanting smart glazing features
  • Those who prefer to support UK manufacturing
  • Homeowners looking for classic casement window designs

Who Should Choose Origin

  • Those wanting longer warranty coverage for peace of mind
  • Homeowners valuing customer satisfaction and after-sales support
  • Those planning to stay in their home long-term
  • Homeowners wanting access to a wide network of approved installers
  • Those looking for windows with exceptional reliability

Popular Window Models

Britannia Windows Popular Models

ModelTypeMaterialRatingU-ValuePrice
AluBifold 80BifoldAluminiumA1.2 W/m²K£1,200
ThermoSafe CasementCasementuPVCA+0.9 W/m²K£650

Origin Popular Models

ModelTypeMaterialRatingU-ValuePrice
OW BayBayAluminumA1.2 W/m²K£1,800
OW 70 SlimCasementAluminumA+1.1 W/m²K£700
OW 80 PremiumCasementAluminumA+1.0 W/m²K£800

Approved Installers

Britannia Windows Installers

No installer data available

Origin Installers

Origin Premium Installations

4.8

Elite Partner

Energy Efficiency & Cost Savings

More energy-efficient windows can significantly reduce your heating bills. Based on average UK energy prices and a typical 3-bedroom house:

Britannia Windows

Average U-Value

1.1 W/m²K

Lower is better for heat retention

Energy Rating

A+

Estimated Annual Energy Savings

£338

Compared to older single-glazed windows (typical U-Value 5.8)

Origin

Average U-Value

1.0 W/m²K

Lower is better for heat retention

Energy Rating

A+

Estimated Annual Energy Savings

£360

Compared to older single-glazed windows (typical U-Value 5.8)

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