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Period Products Cost Calculator: Pads vs Menstrual Cup vs Period Underwear

Free tool · Updated October 3, 2026 · By CouponTalk · Reviewed by CouponTalk Expert Reviews on October 2, 2026

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Quick answer

Using 4 pads a day for 5 days, 13 cycles a year, at ₹10 a pad costs about ₹2,600 a year. A menstrual cup costing ₹500 can last several years with care (makers often say up to 5 years), which is about ₹100 a year. Period underwear sits in between. Sanitary pads have no GST in India, but reusable options still save the most over time.

How to use this calculator

Enter how many pads you use a day and days per cycle.
Add the price you pay per pad.
Add cup and period underwear prices to compare.

Yearly cost comparison (example prices)

Example prices
Option	Upfront	Lasts	Cost a year
Sanitary pads (₹10 each, 260 a year)	—	single use	₹2,600
Menstrual cup	₹500	up to about 5 years	₹100
Period underwear (4 pieces)	₹2,800	about 2 years	₹1,400

Costs only; choose what is comfortable and safe for you.

Frequently asked questions

How long does a menstrual cup last?

Many makers say up to 5 years with proper cleaning and storage; replace it if it cracks or stays sticky.

Is there GST on sanitary pads?

No. Sanitary pads have been exempt from GST since 2018.

Are menstrual cups safe?

Medical-grade silicone cups are widely used; follow the maker's cleaning instructions and ask a doctor if unsure.

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