Residence Collection vs Safestyle

Average Price

£917

Residence Collection

£500

Safestyle

U-Value

0.9 W/m²K

Residence Collection

1.3 W/m²K

Safestyle

Warranty

10.0 years

Residence Collection

10.0 years

Safestyle

Customer Rating

4.7/5

Residence Collection

4.1/5

Safestyle

Residence Collection vs Safestyle: Summary

When comparing Residence Collection and Safestyle windows, several key differences emerge. Residence Collection, established in 2012, offers windows with an average U-Value of 0.9 W/m²K at an average price of £917. Meanwhile, Safestyle windows average 1.3 W/m²K U-Value at £500.

Residence Collection windows come with an average warranty of 10.0 years, compared to Safestyle's 10.0 years. Customer satisfaction ratings show Residence Collection leading with 4.7/5, while reliability scores give Residence Collection a slight edge.

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

Detailed Comparison

Residence Collection
Safestyle
Average Price
£917
£500
U-Value
0.9 W/m²K
1.3 W/m²K
Energy Rating
A+
A
Average Warranty
10.0 years
10.0 years
Reliability Score
4.8/5
4.3/5
Customer Satisfaction
4.7/5
4.1/5
UK Market Share
7.0%
12.5%
Established
2012
1992
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Smart Glazing Technology
High Efficiency (U-Value ≤ 1.2)
Extended Warranty Options

Who Should Choose Residence Collection

  • Those prioritizing energy efficiency with better U-Value
  • Those who prefer to support UK manufacturing
  • Homeowners looking for classic casement window designs

Who Should Choose Safestyle

  • Homeowners wanting access to a wide network of approved installers
  • Those looking for windows with strong performance

Popular Window Models

Residence Collection Popular Models

ModelTypeMaterialRatingU-ValuePrice
R7 WindowCasementuPVCA+0.9 W/m²K£750
R9 WindowCasementuPVCA+0.8 W/m²K£800
R2 WindowSliding SashuPVCA1.0 W/m²K£1200

Safestyle Popular Models

ModelTypeMaterialRatingU-ValuePrice
Diamond CasementCasementuPVCA1.3 W/m²K£400
Sapphire Flush SashFlush CasementuPVCA1.2 W/m²K£500
Ruby Tilt and TurnTilt and TurnuPVCA1.3 W/m²K£450

Approved Installers

Residence Collection Installers

Residence Collection Installers

4.8

Specialist Installers

Safestyle Installers

Safestyle UK Installations

4.3

Official Installer

Budget Windows & Doors

4.2

Authorized 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:

Residence Collection

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)

Safestyle

Average U-Value

1.3 W/m²K

Lower is better for heat retention

Energy Rating

A

Estimated Annual Energy Savings

£300

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

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