Finding the best energy deals can seem daunting, but have no fear: we're here to help. Switching your energy tariff if you've been with your current provider for a good couple of years is almost always worth it. You'll be amazed how much you can save – as much as £200 in some cases – and what perks there are. Some companies now even offer free credit when you switch.
Find the best energy deals by region
Doing an online energy comparison to switch suppliers, whether it's to save money or to go green, is worth doing even if you think your current supplier is ok. Energy prices are the cheapest they've been in the last three years, which means you've got a higher chance of saving even more dosh.
Covid-19 has made budgets tighter for many of us, and saving on bills is one of the best ways to cut living costs straight away. In as little as three weeks, you could be enjoying lower payments – and better customer service. You won't need anyone to come into your home, either, as energy provider switches are all done remotely.
Energy prices vary by postcode and individual energy usage, so we have used 'dummy' houses and average energy usage for a quick comparison. Below, we've listed a range of deals for different parts of the UK.
The best energy deals in London
The deals below are based on a two bedroom flat in Greater London. The links below will take you through to our comparison tool where you can type in your postcode for a definitive quote. Remember: the final price you'll pay will always depend on how much energy you actually use.
By average price: low to high
Deals above based on CR0 postcode.
Best energy deals in South West England
Best energy deals in East Anglia
Best energy deals in East Midlands
Best energy deals in North East England
Best energy deals in North West England
Best energy deals in South East England
Best energy deals in South England
Best energy deals in West Midlands
Best energy deals in Scotland
How to get a cheap energy deal
Using an energy comparison tool like ours is a trusty way to get the best deal for your home as there are a few variables to consider when shopping for energy, – your home's location, layout, and your usage – so comparing energy tariffs isn't always simple. For starters, having a recent bill to hand showing how much you have used and paid in previous months is very handy.
When you buy energy you may start on a fixed term tariff. When comparing deals, compare the lengths of these tariffs as they can be between 12 and 24 months meaning the guaranteed cost you pay is set for a certain length of time. A fixed term tariff will tend to work out to be the cheapest so try not to get lured in by cheap variable tariffs that could sting you in a few months if prices rise.
What does a fixed tariff mean?
A fixed energy tariff guarantees that a unit of energy will be sold to you at the same price for the duration of the fixed term (usually a year). You'll stay pay for the energy you use, but your costs per unit will not go up.
Will I have to pay to switch energy suppliers?
That depends on the terms of your current contract – some energy providers will charge you an exit fee if you want to leave mid-contract, so take those into account if you're considering switching. Plenty offer no-exit-fee contract, though, so if you're not sure you'll want to stay with the same provider for the whole year, that's something to pay attention to. Other than that standard exit fee, it won't cost you anything to switch.
