TDEE Calculator

Calculate your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) effortlessly with our TDEE Calculator.

TDEE Calculator

This calculator can be used to estimate your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE).













Result

The estimated TDEE or body weight maintenance energy requirement is Calories per day.

BMI Score: kg/m² (), Healthy BMI Range: 18.5 – 25 kg/m²

Energy intake to lose weight:

Weight Loss TypeWeight Loss RateCalories/Day
Mild weight loss0.25 kg/week
Weight loss0.5 kg/week

Please consult with a doctor when losing 1 kg or more per week since it requires that you consume less than the minimum recommendation of 1,500 calories a day.

Energy intake to gain weight:

Weight Gain TypeWeight Gain RateCalories/Day
Mild weight gain0.25 kg/week
Weight gain0.5 kg/week
Fast weight gain1 kg/week

What Is a TDEE Calculator?

A TDEE Calculator helps you estimate how many calories your body burns per day, including all activities like walking, working, exercising, and even sleeping. TDEE stands for Total Daily Energy Expenditure, and it’s one of the most accurate tools to help you plan your weight goals.

Whether you want to lose weight, gain muscle, or maintain your current body, calculating your TDEE is the first step.


Why TDEE Matters

Your TDEE shows the exact number of calories you need daily to maintain your current weight. Once you know this number, you can:

  • Create a personalized weight loss or gain plan
  • Adjust your calorie intake based on your goals
  • Set fitness and diet targets that match your lifestyle

How Is TDEE Calculated?

TDEE is calculated by multiplying your BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) with your activity level:

TDEE = BMR × Activity Multiplier

Activity Level Multipliers:

Activity LevelMultiplierDescription
Sedentary1.2Little or no exercise
Lightly Active1.375Light exercise 1–3 days a week
Moderately Active1.55Moderate exercise 3–5 days a week
Very Active1.725Hard exercise 6–7 days a week
Super Active1.9Physically demanding job or 2× training

Example TDEE Calculation

Let’s say you are a 30-year-old woman, weighing 60 kg, 165 cm tall, and moderately active.

  1. Calculate BMR using Mifflin-St Jeor formula
    BMR = 10 × 60 + 6.25 × 165 – 5 × 30 – 161 = 1345.25
  2. Multiply BMR with activity factor
    TDEE = 1345.25 × 1.55 = 2085.13 calories/day

So, you need about 2085 calories daily to maintain your weight.


Use TDEE for Weight Goals

GoalStrategy
Maintain WeightEat your TDEE calories
Lose WeightSubtract 10–25% from TDEE
Gain WeightAdd 10–20% to your TDEE

Key Features of Our TDEE Calculator

  • Uses accurate BMR and activity level data
  • Mobile-friendly & responsive design
  • Privacy-first: No data is stored or shared
  • Supports Metric & Imperial units
  • Instant results with clear interpretation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is a good TDEE?
A: A good TDEE depends on your weight, age, height, gender, and activity level. It’s personalized.

Q2. How is TDEE different from BMR?
A: BMR is calories burned at rest. TDEE includes all daily activities, making it a full-body calorie estimate.

Q3. Can I lose weight with TDEE?
A: Yes. Eat 10–25% fewer calories than your TDEE to lose fat steadily and safely.

Q4. How often should I recalculate TDEE?
A: Every time your weight, activity level, or goals change.

Q5. Is the TDEE calculator free?
A: 100% free and no registration needed.