Compare Electricity Plans

Weighing up a switch? Enter the rate and fixed charge for each plan you are considering and see which one is genuinely cheapest for your usage — including any exit fee on your current deal.

kWh

Average kWh you use per month

Current
/kWh

Charge to leave this plan early

/kWh
Annual$1,705
/kWh
Annual$1,761
Cheapest plan

Plan B

$1,704.6/yr · saves $251.4 vs current

Annual cost by plan

  • Current plan$1,956
  • Plan B$1,705
  • Plan C$1,761

How to compare electricity plans fairly

The lowest rate is not always cheapest

A plan with a tempting unit rate can still cost more once its fixed monthly charge is added in. The only fair comparison is the total annual cost at your actual usage — which is exactly what this tool calculates for each plan.

Match it to your real usage

Low-usage households are hit hardest by high fixed charges, while heavy users care most about the per-kWh rate. Enter your true monthly kWh (from a recent bill) so the ranking reflects your home, not an average one.

Factor in exit fees

If your current plan has an early-termination or exit fee, switching only pays off once your savings exceed that fee. This calculator shows how many months of savings it takes to break even, so a short remaining contract does not catch you out.

Watch for teaser rates and clauses

Introductory rates that jump after a few months, variable-rate plans, and time-of-use tariffs can all change the picture. Use this as a clear baseline, then read the fine print — and check the time-of-use calculator if a plan charges different rates by hour.

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