Are you looking for a better deal on your electricity? At the end of the day, nearly every Aussie wants a fair deal on their energy. With so many retailers and plans being offered, it can get frustrating to sort through the saturated market. This is where we can help. Call us now on 1300 232 848 as we can assess your power bill and provide many free solutions in less than 15 minutes. Several plans are currently available, but due to the volatile nature of the energy market, we’ve compiled a list of only the top 10 best and cheapest energy plans (based on price).
Contents
- 1 10 Best Electricity Deals NSW
- 2 3 Cheapest Electricity Deals in New South Wales
- 3 Big 3 Electricity Plans NSW
- 4 How Do I Choose the Cheapest Electricity Retailer?
- 5 How Do I Find the Cheapest Electricity Deals Where I Live?
- 6 Ready to Make the Switch?
- 7 Other Reads You Might Like
10 Best Electricity Deals NSW
| Retailer | % Below DMO* | Price/year (Est.) |
|---|---|---|
Simply Blue Perks
|
22% | $1,426 |
Freedom
|
18% | $1,501 |
Switch Saver
|
17% | $1,511 |
Boost
|
17% | $1,525 |
Online Member
|
16% | $1,540 |
Residential Market Offer
|
14% | $1,553 |
FlexiPower
|
15% | $1,553 |
Current Kogan First members
|
15% | $1,562 |
Nectr 100% Clean
|
11% | $1,568 |
Nothing Fancy
|
14% | $1,578 |
*New South Wales electricity rates are based on usage of 3911kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the DMO reference price is: $1,827 / year. Click here for more information.
3 Cheapest Electricity Deals in New South Wales
Below we’ve summarised the 3 cheapest electricity deals currently available in NSW. We’ve broken down each plan’s unique features and listed them in order from lowest to highest. Please note that plans are subject to change. Any questions regarding plan specifics should be directed towards the retailer. Want to see if we can get you a better deal on your electricity? Call us on 1300 232 848 now.
Simply Energy - Simply Blue Perks - 1st Place
Coming in 1st place, we have the Simply NRMA plan by Simply Energy. Exclusive to NRMA members, this plan includes no exit fees, and no lock-in contract.
Enrollees will also get an NRMA membership for 12 months, which gives consumers benefits and discounts for fuel, groceries, and more.
Some features of this plan include:
- No lock-in contract
- Zero exit fees
- NRMA membership for 12 months
| Retailer | % Below DMO* | Price/year (Est.) |
|---|---|---|
|
Simply Blue Perks
|
22% | $1,426 |
*New South Wales electricity rates are based on usage of 3911kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the DMO reference price is: $1,827 / year. Click here for more information.
CovaU - Freedom - 2nd Place
Coming in 2nd place, we have the Freedom plan by CovaU. This variable rate plan comes with no lock-in contract and zero exit fees.
Some features of this plan include:
- No lock-in contract
- Zero exit fees
- Variable rates
| Retailer | % Below DMO* | Price/year (Est.) |
|---|---|---|
|
Freedom
|
18% | $1,501 |
*New South Wales electricity rates are based on usage of 3911kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the DMO reference price is: $1,827 / year. Click here for more information.
Powershop - Switch Saver - 3rd Place
Coming in 3rd place, we have the Switch Saver plan by Powershop. This variable rate plan has a great rate along with zero exit fees and no lock-in contract.
Some features of this plan include:
- No lock-in contract
- Zero exit fees
- Competitive rate
| Retailer | % Below DMO* | Price/year (Est.) |
|---|---|---|
|
Switch Saver
|
17% | $1,511 |
*New South Wales electricity rates are based on usage of 3911kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the DMO reference price is: $1,827 / year. Click here for more information.
Big 3 Electricity Plans NSW
Looking to compare plans by Origin Energy, Energy Australia, AGL? We’ve listed the 3 cheapest electricity plans offered by the ‘Big 3’ energy retailers below. To see if you can get a better deal, give us a call or click on the button below and one of our energy experts will assist you.
AGL - AGL Value Saver
AGL’s Value Saver plan is a variable rate plan with competitive rates. This plan includes zero exit fees and usage and supply rates, it’s an enticing offer. New customers may also be eligible for a one-off payment credit on their first bill when they switch their home energy to AGL.
Some features of this plan include:
- Zero exit fees
- eBilling only
- Variable rates
- No lock-in contracts
| Retailer | % Below DMO* | Price/year (Est.) |
|---|---|---|
AGL Value Saver
|
15% | $1,544 |
*New South Wales electricity rates are based on usage of 3911kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the DMO reference price is: $1,827 / year. Click here for more information.
Origin Energy - Go Variable
Origin’s Go Variable plan is a variable rate plan that comes with zero exit fees and no lock-in contract.
Some features of this plan include:
- No lock-in contract
- Zero exit fees
- Variable rates
| Retailer | % Below DMO* | Price/year (Est.) |
|---|---|---|
Origin Go Variable
|
12% | $1,607 |
*New South Wales electricity rates are based on usage of 3911kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the DMO reference price is: $1,827 / year. Click here for more information.
Energy Australia - Flexi Plan
Last on the list is Energy Australia’s flagship offer – the Flexi plan. This is a variable rate plan that includes no exit fees or lock-in contract. When you opt into this plan, you get 100% carbon-neutral energy at no extra cost.
Some features of this plan include:
- No lock-in contract
- Zero exit fees
- Variable rates for both electricity & gas
| Retailer | % Below DMO* | Price/year (Est.) |
|---|---|---|
|
Flexi Plan
|
10% | $1,644 |
*New South Wales electricity rates are based on usage of 3911kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the DMO reference price is: $1,827 / year. Click here for more information.
How Do I Choose the Cheapest Electricity Retailer?
There’s no black-and-white way to find the cheapest deal. Retailers offer a variety of incentives, discounts, and benefits that can ultimately affect your overall payment. It’s important to shop around and compare to ensure you’re getting the best rate available.
Comparing electricity providers in Sydney or any other city in NSW can help offer insight into what each plan offers. It also gives you a tangible number so you can determine whether it’s right for you. If you’re looking to find the cheapest electricity deal, you’ll need to compare each retailer’s plans individually. The bad news is that this process can be time-consuming, stressful, and annoying.
Phone us at Electricity Monster instead. In just 15 minutes, we can help you get connected to the best deal we have available. Our energy experts pride themselves on getting you a fair rate for a fair price. Give us a call now to learn more.
How Do I Find the Cheapest Electricity Deals Where I Live?
No matter where you live, your personal preference should always play an integral role in choosing your electricity plan. Remember, the cheapest deal may not be the best one, so be sure to consider every factor before deciding.
For example, if you’re a solar enthusiast living in Sydney, the best electricity deal could be a retailer that offers a higher solar feed-in tariff rate. Or, if you’re big on discounts or incentives, the best deal could be a retailer that offers a one-off discount, energy rebate or competitive solar feed-in tariff.
If you want a fair deal on your energy, give us a call at Electricity Monster today. Our 100% free service helps compare retailers within our network to find you the best rate we have available. Isn’t it time you stopped overpaying for electricity and gas? Phone us now to learn more.
Ready to Make the Switch?
If you’ve made it this far, It’s safe to say that you are very much interested in getting a better electricity deal. You’ve read about all of our cheapest energy deals in NSW.
So what should you do next?
Now you could just go on and pick the cheapest energy deal from what we’ve listed above. BUT it’s really important to consider certain factors before selecting a plan; like your household usage, budget, and needs.
Or, you can give us a call on 1300 232 848 today and let us analyse your energy bill so we can offer you a variety of free solutions.
We’ll help you compare the best electricity rates in Sydney we have to offer and choose a fair plan to suit your needs.
If you think you’re overpaying for electricity and want to explore your options, we can help. Let Electricity Monster be your one-stop solution for all your energy needs. Call us now on 1300 232 848.
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Disclaimer
This publication reviews plans in NSW as of 01/09/2023.
Important Points to note are:
- The plans displayed have been taken from the energy fact sheets published on the retailer's website. We do not guarantee that this information is correct or that it applies to every household in Australia.
- Comparisons have been made on the peak rates in single rate plans from retailers, plus their daily electricity supply charges.
- The Citipower network has been used to compare electricity plans, and the Australian Gas network has been used to compare gas plans in Victoria.
- The Ausgrid network has been used to compare electricity plans, and the Jemena gas network has been used to compare gas plans in NSW.
- The SA Power Networks network has been used to compare electricity plans, and the Australian Gas network has been used to compare gas plans in Victoria.
- The Energex network has been used to compare electricity plans, and the Australian Gas network has been used to compare gas plans in QLD.
- The Evoenergy network has been used to compare electricity plans, and the Jemena gas network has been used to compare gas plans in the ACT.
- The ACTO network has been used to compare gas plans in WA.
- The reference price/VDO/GAS comparison will differ based on tariff type and location (distribution area). Your actual energy bill may be significantly different from these estimates if your usage differs from the average amounts used in this calculation.
- The information in this blog cannot substitute for legal advice. No financial decisions should be made based on information from this blog.
- The average electricity price in Victoria is drawn from the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC), Residential Electricity Price Trends 2021, Final report, 25 November 2021. This figure reflects the default energy usage of a 2 person household.
- All dollar figures include GST.
- The plans displayed may be different than those advertised.
- The plans offered on this page may not be available in our call center.
- 'Get Best Offer’ is indicative of the best offer available in our database from our partners.
- ‘Get More Info’ does not mean we will sign you up for the plan. Electricity Monster will provide offers in our database. We do not claim to be affiliated with the retailer.
- Electricity plans are now compared to a regulated price called the Victorian Default Offer (VDO). This makes it easier to compare energy plans across the market. The VDO comparison and annual estimate is calculated based on an average usage customer.
- When calculating our rates we include in the price/year estimate the GST (unless otherwise stated), any advertised non-conditional discounts (e.g. guaranteed discount), and any one-off credits.
- What's not included in the price/year estimate are conditional discounts, green energy charges, any concessions or rebates which may apply to you, solar feed-in tariff credits that your solar system could generate.
- The VDO comparison will differ based on tariff type and location (distribution area). Your actual energy bill may be significantly different to these estimates if your usage differs from the average amounts used in this calculation.
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Benjamin Tom
Benjamin Tom covers the retail energy market, with a focus on electricity, solar, and Internet. His interests include helping people navigate the complexities of the energy market while saving money on their power bills.