Cost Breakdown

System cost $70
Pods (6 pods, replaced every 4 months) $21
Nutrients $15
Electricity (20W, 16 hr/day) $7
Total cost over 6 months $113
Monthly cost (after system) $7

vs. Grocery Store

Home grown
$113
Grocery
$72

Assumes one herb bunch per week from the grocery store and continuous growing at home. Actual costs vary by location and usage.