A comparative evaluation of seven Power-to-X energy carriers —hydrogen, methane, methanol, ammonia, LOHC, iron, and aluminium —was conducted across technical, economic, environmental, and safety criteria. ReMECs (aluminium and iron) showed the highest process efficiency and storage density, while hydrogen offered high gravimetric energy but low roundtrip efficiency. Methane emerged as a cost-resilient option at various scales; ammonia and iron showed low sensitivity to electricity prices. Hydrogen had the lowest carbon footprint (~18 g CO2-eq/MJ), with methane and ReMECs close behind. No single option dominated all categories; application context determines suitability. Next, system simulations and cost– benefit analysis will assess integration with heat pump systems.