A heat pump with COP 3.5 uses 65% less energy than electric resistance heating.
Air-source heat pumps save $500–$2,000/year vs gas heating in most climates.
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vs electric resistance: 60–70%. vs gas: 20–50% depending on gas price and efficiency.