Octopus Energy
Octopus Energy — Flexible Octopus
24.500p/kWh
unit rate
12 months
contract
£128.00
/month
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energy comparison
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So Energy
So Energy — So Flex
24.800p/kWh
unit rate
12 months
contract
£133.00
/month
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OVO Energy
OVO Energy — Simpler Energy
24.900p/kWh
unit rate
12 months
contract
£134.00
/month
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E.ON Next
E.ON Next — Next Flex
25.100p/kWh
unit rate
12 months
contract
£136.00
/month
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Utility Warehouse
Utility Warehouse — Variable
25.300p/kWh
unit rate
12 months
contract
£137.00
/month
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EDF
EDF — Standard Variable
25.400p/kWh
unit rate
12 months
contract
£138.00
/month
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ScottishPower
ScottishPower — Standard Variable
25.600p/kWh
unit rate
12 months
contract
£139.00
/month
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British Gas
British Gas — Standard Variable
25.800p/kWh
unit rate
12 months
contract
£141.00
/month
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how to choose an energy tariff
Two numbers make up your bill: the unit rate and the standing charge.
The unit rate is what you pay per unit (kWh) of gas and electricity you use. The standing charge is a fixed daily cost you pay whatever you use - it covers the pipes, wires and meter. Low usage? The standing charge takes a bigger bite of your bill, so it's worth comparing.
Know what the price cap is - and isn't.
Ofgem's price cap limits the unit rates and standing charge on standard variable (default) tariffs - the tariff you land on if you don't choose one. Crucially, it caps the rates, not your total bill: use more, pay more. It's reviewed every three months, so it moves. Fixed tariffs aren't covered by the cap at all - they can sit above or below it.
Fixed vs variable - it's a bet on the future.
- Variable tracks the cap up and down - you benefit if wholesale prices fall, you're exposed if they rise.
- Fixed locks your rates for a set term - certainty and protection from rises, but you won't gain if prices drop, and there may be exit fees if you leave early.
Choose fixed if you value predictable bills; variable if you'd rather ride the market.
Why we show typical prices without a postcode.
Energy prices vary by region. Without a postcode we show typical prices for a region so you can browse freely; add a postcode (used once, never stored) and we'll show the accurate local rates. Your real bill still depends on how much you actually use.
what to watch for
- Standing charges - easy to ignore, but they add up, especially for low users.
- Exit fees on fixed deals - fine if you'll see out the term; costly if you might move.
- "Green" tariffs - vary a lot in what "green" actually means; check before paying a premium.
- The cap is not a target - being "on the cap" just means you're on the default tariff; a fixed deal may beat it.
- Estimated vs actual - give accurate meter readings so you're billed on real use, not estimates.
faqs
What's the difference between the unit rate and the standing charge?
The unit rate is the price per unit of energy you use; the standing charge is a fixed daily fee you pay no matter what. If you use little energy, the standing charge makes up a bigger share of your bill - so don't judge a tariff on the unit rate alone.
Does the price cap mean my bill is capped?
No - and this trips a lot of people up. The cap limits the rates a supplier can charge on a standard variable tariff, not your total bill. Use more energy, pay more. The headline "£X a year" figure is just for a typical household.
Should I fix or stay on a variable tariff?
Fix if you want certainty and protection from price rises (accepting you won't gain if prices fall, and may face exit fees). Stay variable if you'd rather track the cap and benefit when wholesale prices drop. There's no universally right answer - it's your appetite for risk.
Why do you need my postcode for energy but nothing else?
Because energy prices genuinely vary by region, a postcode lets us show accurate local rates. We use it for that one lookup and never store it. Skip it and you'll still see typical prices for your area.
Are "green" tariffs actually green?
It varies. Some are backed by genuine renewable generation; others lean on certificates. If green matters to you, it's worth checking how a supplier backs the claim rather than paying extra for a label.
Is it really free? How do you make money?
Yes. If you switch via a deal you found here, we may earn a commission, which never buys a better position. Re-sort by price any time to see the honest order.