Britannia Windows vs Schuco

Average Price

£820

Britannia Windows

£1,050

Schuco

U-Value

1.1 W/m²K

Britannia Windows

0.9 W/m²K

Schuco

Warranty

15.0 years

Britannia Windows

10.0 years

Schuco

Customer Rating

4.5/5

Britannia Windows

4.8/5

Schuco

Britannia Windows vs Schuco: Summary

When comparing Britannia Windows and Schuco 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, Schuco windows average 0.9 W/m²K U-Value at £1,050.

Britannia Windows windows come with an average warranty of 15.0 years, compared to Schuco's 10.0 years. Customer satisfaction ratings show Schuco ahead at 4.8/5, while reliability scores give Schuco a slight edge.

Both manufacturers offer smart glazing technology and produce windows suitable for different property types. Britannia Windows is based in United Kingdom, while Schuco originates from Germany.

Detailed Comparison

Britannia Windows
Schuco
Average Price
£820
£1,050
U-Value
1.1 W/m²K
0.9 W/m²K
Energy Rating
A+
A+
Average Warranty
15.0 years
10.0 years
Reliability Score
4.6/5
4.9/5
Customer Satisfaction
4.5/5
4.8/5
UK Market Share
5.4%
8.0%
Established
1986
1951
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Germany
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 Schuco

  • Homeowners valuing customer satisfaction and after-sales support
  • 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

Schuco Popular Models

ModelTypeMaterialRatingU-ValuePrice
AWS 70 HICasementAluminumA+0.9 W/m²K£850
AWS 90 SICasementAluminumA+0.8 W/m²K£1000
ASS 70 HISlidingAluminumA1.1 W/m²K£1300

Approved Installers

Britannia Windows Installers

No installer data available

Schuco Installers

Schüco Partners

4.9

Certified Partners

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)

Schuco

Average U-Value

0.9 W/m²K

Lower is better for heat retention

Energy Rating

A+

Estimated Annual Energy Savings

£386

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

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