Red Energy vs AGL

In NSW, Red Energy's Living Energy Saver plan is more cost-effective than AGL's Value Saver 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, Red Energy's Living Energy Saver plan is more cost-effective than AGL's Value Saver 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, AGL's Value Saver plan has a lower annual cost than Red Energy's Living Energy Saver 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, AGL's Value Saver plan is more cost-effective than Red Energy's Living Energy Saver 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, AGL does not service electricity. Therefore, Red Energy's Qantas Red Saver plan by default offers the best value. 

*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 Red Energy and AGL. If you want a cost-effective way to maximise the rate of return on your solar investment, a high solar FiT may be right for you. But, a high feed-in tariff doesn’t necessarily mean you’re getting the best deal. If you have questions about your FiT or want to consider switching to another plan, call our solar experts now at 1300 232 848 to see our latest deals.

Signing up with an energy retailer has its perks that can come in the form of rewards, discounts, and more. We've listed some of the most popular features customers care about when choosing a retailer. See which retailer offers more variety down below. 

Flexible payment options can save you time and money. Choosing a retailer that doesn't accept certain payment methods can force you to choose a less preferable billing option. See what Red Energy and AGL offer below. 

Many electricity retailers have been going 'greener' in the past years. But, do their claims match their efforts? We've compiled data from the Green Electricity Guide (GEG) report by GreenPeace and consolidated each metric into a simple table to showcase how 'green' each retailer is.

Red Energy and AGL scored relatively high in their overall support for renewable energy, with Red Energy scoring a perfect 10 out of 10 and AGL scoring an 8 out of 10. 

However, AGL performed poorly in nearly every other category outside of renewable energy support.

Outside of halting fossil fuel expansion – where they scored a zero, Red Energy actually had a strong showing with tens in various categories.

The overall rating given by the Green Energy Guide has Red Energy listed at an above-average score of 6.6 out of 10 and AGL at an underwhelming score of 1.2 out of 10.

It's clear both Red Energy and AGL have plenty to offer. From competitive feed-in tariffs to enticing incentives like sign-up bonuses and one-off discounts, customers have both flexibility and benefits with both retailers. When it comes to electricity plans, both Red Energy and AGL have competitive offers in each state so it's difficult to distinguish which retailer is more cost-efficient. In regards to features and solar feed-in tariffs however, AGL has more to offer than Red Energy. In the renewables sector, Red Energy excelled with high marks in nearly every category.

But before switching to either one of these retailers we highly recommend phoning us at Electricity Monster on 1300 232 848 and letting 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.