TDEE Calculator

Calculate your Total Daily Energy Expenditure. TDEE is the total calories you burn each day.

Understanding Calorie Needs

TDEE = BMR × Activity Multiplier (1.2 sedentary to 1.9 very active)

BMR vs. TDEE

  • BMR: Calories burned at complete rest
  • TDEE: BMR × activity level = maintenance calories

Weight Goals

  • Weight Loss: TDEE - 500 = lose 0.5kg/week
  • Maintain: Eat at TDEE
  • Weight Gain: TDEE + 500 = gain 0.5kg/week

Frequently Asked Questions

What is TDEE?
TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) is your maintenance calories including activity.

How is TDEE different from BMR?
BMR is rest calories. TDEE adds physical activity. TDEE is always higher than BMR.