Get offers on energy deals from several suppliers

Save money on your energy bills. Electricity.ie is a free and non-binding service where energy suppliers compete to give you their best offer on electricity or gas.

All you have to do is fill out our short form, sit back and wait for the suppliers to come to you with their offers. You may even get a personalised offer that isn't readily available online.

Why compare energy deals?

Energy suppliers in Ireland set their own unit rates, standing charges and discounts, so two households with the same usage can pay very different amounts. Comparing offers is the easiest way to make sure you're not paying more than you need to.

• Get cheaper energy when suppliers compete against each other
• Don't spend time researching to find the cheapest deal for your usage
• Choose the offer you prefer, or decline all of them

The service is completely non-binding, and we handle your contact details in line with the GDPR.

What kind of deal should you choose?

When switching to a new energy deal, it's worth knowing what type of plan you're signing up for.

• Dual fuel: You get your electricity and gas from the same supplier. This can be cheaper and more convenient than separate plans, as suppliers often offer a discount for both.
• Pay as you go: You pay for your electricity before you use it. This type of plan helps you keep track of your spending, but you need to keep an eye on your credit.
• Fixed price: You know what you'll pay per kWh for the length of your contract. It isn't always the cheapest option, but it protects you if prices rise.
• Smart and time-of-use tariffs: With a smart meter, you can pay less for electricity at night or at off-peak times and more at peak times.

What is the standing charge?

The standing charge is a fixed daily amount you pay on top of the price per kWh. It covers your supplier's costs of supplying your home with power, including the cost of using the electricity network.

The amount doesn't change with how much energy you use. In Ireland, there are four categories of standing charge for electricity:

• Urban 24hr
• Urban Nightsaver
• Rural 24hr
• Rural Nightsaver

Only one of these applies to you. ESB Networks decides whether your home counts as urban or rural based on its location, and your meter type decides whether you pay the 24hr or the Nightsaver charge.

What is the PSO levy?

The Public Service Obligation (PSO) levy is a charge that all electricity customers in Ireland pay. It supports the generation of electricity from renewable sources and helps secure Ireland's electricity supply.

The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) sets the levy each year, and it appears as a separate line on your electricity bill.

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