CovaU Energy Vs Origin Energy

In NSW, CovaU Energy’s Freedom plan is more cost-effective than Origin Energy’s Go Variable plan.

*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.

In VIC, CovaU Energy’s Super Saver is more cost-effective than Origin Energy’s Go Variable plan.

*Victoria electricity rates are based on usage of 4000kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff in the Citipower network, the VDO reference price is: $1,571 / year. Click here for more information.

In QLD, Origin Energy’s Go Variable plan is more cost-effective than CovaU Energy’s Freedom plan.

*Queensland electricity rates are based on usage of 4613kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff in the Energex network, the DMO reference price is: $1,969/ year. Click here for more information.

In SA, CovaU Energy’s Freedom plan is more cost-effective than Origin Energy’s Go Variable plan.

*South Australia electricity rates are based on usage of 4011kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff in the SA Power Networks, the DMO reference price is: $2,279/ year. Click here for more information.

In ACT, Origin Energy’s Go Variable plan is more cost-effective than CovaU Energy’s Freedom plan.

*Australian Capital Territory electricity rates are based on usage of 6100kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff in the Evoenergy network, the DMO reference price is: $2,152 / year. Click here for more information.

Next, we’ll cover the latest solar feed-in tariffs (FiT) offered by CovaU Energy and Origin Energy. Solar feed-in tariffs have a wide range of benefits with one being that it can offer a great return on investment for your solar system. Have questions about solar plans? Call us today and speak with one of our solar experts to learn more.

Origin Energy and CovaU Energy have a catalogue of exciting features on offer. From a full-service online account to various rewards, energy retailers are attracting customers with a bundle of features. Want to see what Origin Energy and CovaU Energy offer? Read more below.

Wondering whether CovaU Energy or Origin Energy accepts your preferred billing method? Before you switch retailers, it’s always wise to check if your payment method is accepted.

Does CovaU Energy or Origin Energy rank high in renewable energy support? Retailers are transitioning to green energy and promoting their efforts. However, it’s important to see the actual data so you can see what metrics are used and how well they fared. 

Origin Energy and CovaU Energy participated in a study that measured their efforts toward sustainability and support for renewable energy. The data shown below was pulled from the Green Electricity Guide (GEG) by Greenpeace. 

Origin Energy scored relatively high in its overall support for renewable energy, with an impressive 8 out of 10.

However, outside of their transparency in marketing, this is the only other category Origin Energy had high marks on.

On the other hand, CovaU Energy had relatively average marks across the board with their highest being a ten in the category of “halting fossil fuel expansion”. 

The overall rating given by the Green Energy Guide has Origin Energy listed at a terrible 1.6 out of 10 and CovaU Energy at a below-average 4.14 out of 10.

There you have it. Both retailers have a number of cost-effective market offers and are competitive in their own right. In terms of electricity prices, Origin Energy beat CovaU Energy in nearly every state. When it comes to features and solar feed-in tariffs, Origin Energy’s catalogue of incentives and high solar feed-in tariff rates give them the upper hand over CovaU Energy. In the renewables sector, CovaU Energy showcased a better score on the Green Electricity Guide, beating Origin Energy by a wide margin. 

But before switching to either one of these retailers, we recommend phoning us at Electricity Monster on 1300 232 848 and let our energy experts work to find you the best deal we have available. 

If you’re worried about overpaying on your energy bill, need a new connection, or just want to switch to a new electricity provider, give us a call at 1300 232 848. At Electricity Monster, we offer various free solutions to help you find a fair deal. Best of all, our comprehensive service is 100% free to use, and our energy experts pride themselves on finding you the best deal we have available. Don’t settle for high rates in this volatile energy climate, call us today and secure the best deal we have available.