Energy plans for renters

Even though you're not in charge of the property when you're renting, you may still be in charge of your energy. This means that you can choose a plan that will deliver good value for the duration of your lease, and that you may even want to keep when it comes time to move.

Renters are in a bit of a unique position when it comes to energy, so we've broken down all the fees and questions involved when you're renting a property.

Who chooses my energy provider when I'm renting?

For the most part, renters are able to choose their energy provider just the same as someone who owns their property.

There are three exceptions to this. You probably won't get to pick your plan if:

• You're not paying the bill directly. Sometimes the energy account will be in the name of your landlord or real estate agent. In this case, power costs are likely to be included in your rent and you won't have a say in the plan.
• You've moved into an embedded network. An embedded network is a set-up where all the energy for a building is run through a centralised supply and dealt with collectively. We go into more detail on how embedded networks and renting works further down the page.
• You're in a regulated market. Deregulated energy markets exist in most of Australia and allow for different energy providers to compete for your business. However, if you're moving into a regulated market like rural Queensland or WA, you won't be able to choose your provider.

Energy plans for renters

In charge of your own energy? As a renter, your living situation is usually a little less permanent than someone who owns their property. With that in mind, consider plans that have:

• No exit fees/lock-in contracts. Your lease might be up or you could just be ready to move on to somewhere new. Either way, make sure you won't have to pay for the privilege of moving at short notice.
• No connection or disconnection fees. Some plans waive the fees for hooking up the power at your new place and disconnecting it from your old place, handy for those who know they'll move in the future.
• Low usage and supply rates. The above features are nice, but low usage and supply rates are always valuable. After all, saving a couple hundred dollars in connection fees isn't great if you're paying more than that on your energy bills.

Quickly compare energy plans in your state

Quickly get a price estimate below. Alternatively, use your bill and postcode to get a more accurate price estimate.

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Here are some deals from retailers on our database that include either a link to the retailers website for more information or to a form from an energy broker to enquire for more information. Prices are based on a residential customer in NSW (Postcode: 2000) who consumes 3,900 kWh a year on a single rate tariff in the Ausgrid network. We show one plan per provider and the estimated price includes conditional discounts (if any). Any plans with special eligibility requirements are excluded from this list. Your actual bill may vary, depending on your usage. Always check the provider's site before applying.

Based on the AER annual model usage in the Ausgrid network, the AER reference price is $1,462 / year.

Electricity charges may have changed in VIC, NSW, QLD, SA, ACT, and TAS on 1 January 2021 and could also change on 1st February. Our pricing and estimates below may not take these possible changes into account.
Please confirm plan details with the provider before making a decision.

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HomeDeal (Single Rate) Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	25% less than the reference price	$275 Includes GST	With HomeDeal (Single Rate), for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,100 which is 25% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With HomeDeal (Single Rate), for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,100 which is 25% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Enquire nowView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Total Plan Home Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee Has discount GreenPower Solar payback available	16% less than the reference price	$307 Includes GST	With Total Plan Home, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,228 which is 16% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Total Plan Home, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,228 which is 16% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Residential Essentials Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee Has discount GreenPower Solar payback available	18% less than the reference price	$299 Includes GST	With Residential Essentials, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,196 which is 18% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Residential Essentials, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,196 which is 18% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Shopper Market Offer Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	15% less than the reference price Further 5% off the reference price for Pre-payment.	$294 Includes GST and conditional discounts	Shopper Market Offer is 15% less than the reference price for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network. If you qualify for all discounts, the lowest annual cost is $1,176 (a further 5% below the reference price). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Shopper Market Offer is 15% less than the reference price for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network. If you qualify for all discounts, the lowest annual cost is $1,176 (a further 5% below the reference price). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Enquire nowView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Origin Go Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee Has discount GreenPower Solar payback available	18% less than the reference price	$300 Includes GST	With Origin Go, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,200 which is 18% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Origin Go, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,200 which is 18% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Kogan Energy Market Offer Basic Plan Information	Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	26% less than the reference price	$272 Includes GST	With Kogan Energy Market Offer, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,088 which is 26% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Kogan Energy Market Offer, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,088 which is 26% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Sumo Assure Residential Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee Has discount GreenPower Solar payback available	22% less than the reference price	$284 Includes GST	With Sumo Assure Residential, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,136 which is 22% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Sumo Assure Residential, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,136 which is 22% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
The One Plan Basic Plan Information	Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower	24% less than the reference price	$278 Includes GST	With The One Plan, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,112 which is 24% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With The One Plan, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,112 which is 24% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Residential Market Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	18% less than the reference price	$301 Includes GST	With Residential Market, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,204 which is 18% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Residential Market, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,204 which is 18% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
ReAmped Handshake | Anytime Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	23% less than the reference price	$283 Includes GST	With ReAmped Handshake | Anytime, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,132 which is 23% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With ReAmped Handshake | Anytime, for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,132 which is 23% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Click Default Market Offer (DMO) Basic Plan Information	Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	Equal to the reference price	$365 Includes GST	With Click Default Market Offer (DMO), for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,460 which is Equal to the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Click Default Market Offer (DMO), for a residential customer who consumes 3900 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Ausgrid network, the lowest annual cost is $1,460 which is Equal to the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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Here are some deals from retailers on our database that include either a link to the retailers website for more information or to a form from an energy broker to enquire for more information. Prices are based on a residential customer in Melbourne, Victoria (Postcode: 3000) who consumes 4,000 kWh a year on a single rate tariff in the CitiPower network. We show one plan per provider and the estimated price includes conditional discounts (if any). Any plans with special eligibility requirements are excluded from this list. Your actual bill may vary, depending on your usage. Always check the provider's site before applying.

Based on the general usage in the CitiPower network the VDO reference price is $1,270 / year.

Electricity charges may have changed in VIC, NSW, QLD, SA, ACT, and TAS on 1 January 2021 and could also change on 1st February. Our pricing and estimates below may not take these possible changes into account.
Please confirm plan details with the provider before making a decision.

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No Frills - Peak Only Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet	Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet		Has discount GreenPower	8% less than Victorian Default Offer	$292 Includes GST	With No Frills - Peak Only, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,168 which is 8% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With No Frills - Peak Only, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,168 which is 8% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Residential Essentials Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet	Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet		Has discount GreenPower	5% less than Victorian Default Offer	$301 Includes GST	With Residential Essentials, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,204 which is 5% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Residential Essentials, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,204 which is 5% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Lumo Value Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet	Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet		O GreenPower	9% less than Victorian Default Offer	$290 Includes GST	With Lumo Value, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,160 which is 9% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Lumo Value, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,160 which is 9% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Enquire nowView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
HomeDeal Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet	Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet		No lock-in GreenPower	10% less than Victorian Default Offer	$286 Includes GST	With HomeDeal, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,144 which is 10% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With HomeDeal, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,144 which is 10% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Enquire nowView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Origin Go (Single Rate) Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet	Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet		No lock-in GreenPower	10% less than Victorian Default Offer	$287 Includes GST	With Origin Go (Single Rate), for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,148 which is 10% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Origin Go (Single Rate), for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,148 which is 10% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Sumo Assure Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet	Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet		No lock-in GreenPower	1% less than Victorian Default Offer	$315 Includes GST	With Sumo Assure, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,260 which is 1% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Sumo Assure, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,260 which is 1% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
1st Saver Plus, Residential - Anytime Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet	Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet		No lock-in GreenPower	Equal to Victorian Default Offer Further 3% off VDO if you always pay on time.	$307 Includes GST and conditional discounts	1st Saver Plus, Residential - Anytime is Equal to the Victorian Default Offer for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network. If you qualify for all discounts, the lowest annual cost is $1,228 (a further 3% below the Victorian Default Offer). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	1st Saver Plus, Residential - Anytime is Equal to the Victorian Default Offer for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network. If you qualify for all discounts, the lowest annual cost is $1,228 (a further 3% below the Victorian Default Offer). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Enquire nowView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Residential Market - Single Rate Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet	Customer service rating Energy Fact Sheet		No lock-in GreenPower	7% less than Victorian Default Offer	$294 Includes GST	With Residential Market - Single Rate, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,176 which is 7% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Residential Market - Single Rate, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,176 which is 7% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Market Offer Energy Fact Sheet	Energy Fact Sheet		No lock-in GreenPower	2% less than Victorian Default Offer	$310 Includes GST	With Market Offer, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,240 which is 2% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Market Offer, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the CitiPower network, the lowest annual cost is $1,240 which is 2% less than the Victorian Default Offer (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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_{Here are some deals from retailers on our database that include either a link to the retailers website for more information or to a form from an energy broker to enquire for more information. Prices are based on a residential customer in Brisbane (Postcode: 4000) who consumes 4,600 kWh a year on a single rate tariff in the Energex network. We show one plan per provider and the estimated price includes conditional discounts (if any). Any plans with special eligibility requirements are excluded from this list. Your actual bill may vary, depending on your usage. Always check the provider's site before applying.}

Based on the AER annual model usage in the Energex network, the AER reference price is $1,508 / year.

Electricity charges may have changed in VIC, NSW, QLD, SA, ACT, and TAS on 1 January 2021 and could also change on 1st February. Our pricing and estimates below may not take these possible changes into account.
Please confirm plan details with the provider before making a decision.

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Total Plan Home Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee Has discount GreenPower Solar payback available	14% less than the reference price	$324 Includes GST	With Total Plan Home, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,296 which is 14% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Total Plan Home, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,296 which is 14% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
HomeDeal - SR Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower	14% less than the reference price	$324 Includes GST	With HomeDeal - SR, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,296 which is 14% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With HomeDeal - SR, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,296 which is 14% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Enquire nowView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Residential Essentials Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee Has discount GreenPower Solar payback available	17% less than the reference price	$313 Includes GST	With Residential Essentials, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,252 which is 17% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Residential Essentials, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,252 which is 17% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Origin Go Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee Has discount GreenPower Solar payback available	17% less than the reference price	$313 Includes GST	With Origin Go, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,252 which is 17% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Origin Go, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,252 which is 17% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Shopper Market Offer Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	9% less than the reference price Further 5% off the reference price for Pre-payment.	$321 Includes GST and conditional discounts	Shopper Market Offer is 9% less than the reference price for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network. If you qualify for all discounts, the lowest annual cost is $1,284 (a further 5% below the reference price). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Shopper Market Offer is 9% less than the reference price for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network. If you qualify for all discounts, the lowest annual cost is $1,284 (a further 5% below the reference price). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Enquire nowView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Click Flora Basic Plan Information	Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	15% less than the reference price	$320 Includes GST	With Click Flora, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,280 which is 15% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Click Flora, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,280 which is 15% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Sumo Assure Advantage Residential Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee Has discount GreenPower Solar payback available	20% less than the reference price	$300 Includes GST	With Sumo Assure Advantage Residential, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,200 which is 20% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Sumo Assure Advantage Residential, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,200 which is 20% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
The One Plan Basic Plan Information	Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	18% less than the reference price	$308 Includes GST	With The One Plan, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,232 which is 18% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With The One Plan, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,232 which is 18% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Kogan Energy Market Offer Basic Plan Information	Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	20% less than the reference price	$301 Includes GST	With Kogan Energy Market Offer, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,204 which is 20% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Kogan Energy Market Offer, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,204 which is 20% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
ReAmped Advance | Anytime Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	30% less than the reference price	$265 Includes GST	With ReAmped Advance | Anytime, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,060 which is 30% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With ReAmped Advance | Anytime, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,060 which is 30% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
1st Saver Plus - Single Rate Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee Has discount GreenPower Solar payback available	3% less than the reference price Further 10% off the reference price if you always pay on time.	$330 Includes GST and conditional discounts	1st Saver Plus - Single Rate is 3% less than the reference price for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network. If you qualify for all discounts, the lowest annual cost is $1,320 (a further 10% below the reference price). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	1st Saver Plus - Single Rate is 3% less than the reference price for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network. If you qualify for all discounts, the lowest annual cost is $1,320 (a further 10% below the reference price). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Enquire nowView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Residential Market Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	4% less than the reference price	$363 Includes GST	With Residential Market, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,452 which is 4% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Residential Market, for a residential customer who consumes 4600 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the Energex network, the lowest annual cost is $1,452 which is 4% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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Here are some deals from retailers on our database that include either a link to the retailers website for more information or to a form from an energy broker to enquire for more information. Prices are based on a residential customer in Adelaide, South Australia (Postcode: 5000) who consumes 4,000 kWh a year on a single rate tariff in the SA Power Network. We show one plan per provider and the estimated price includes conditional discounts (if any). Any plans with special eligibility requirements are excluded from this list. Your actual bill may vary, depending on your usage. Always check the provider's site before applying.

Based on the AER annual model usage in the SA Power Networks network, the AER reference price is $1,832 / year.

Electricity charges may have changed in VIC, NSW, QLD, SA, ACT, and TAS on 1 January 2021 and could also change on 1st February. Our pricing and estimates below may not take these possible changes into account.
Please confirm plan details with the provider before making a decision.

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Total Plan Home Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee Has discount GreenPower Solar payback available	12% less than the reference price	$403 Includes GST	With Total Plan Home, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,612 which is 12% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Total Plan Home, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,612 which is 12% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Shopper Market Offer Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	13% less than the reference price Further 5% off the reference price for Pre-payment.	$374 Includes GST and conditional discounts	Shopper Market Offer is 13% less than the reference price for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network. If you qualify for all discounts, the lowest annual cost is $1,496 (a further 5% below the reference price). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Shopper Market Offer is 13% less than the reference price for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network. If you qualify for all discounts, the lowest annual cost is $1,496 (a further 5% below the reference price). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Enquire nowView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Residential Essentials - No Exit Fee Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee Has discount GreenPower Solar payback available	13% less than the reference price	$398 Includes GST	With Residential Essentials - No Exit Fee, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,592 which is 13% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Residential Essentials - No Exit Fee, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,592 which is 13% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Kogan Energy Market Offer Basic Plan Information	Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	22% less than the reference price	$356 Includes GST	With Kogan Energy Market Offer, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,424 which is 22% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Kogan Energy Market Offer, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,424 which is 22% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
ReAmped Advance | Anytime Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	24% less than the reference price	$350 Includes GST	With ReAmped Advance | Anytime, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,400 which is 24% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With ReAmped Advance | Anytime, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,400 which is 24% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
The One Plan Basic Plan Information	Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	21% less than the reference price	$364 Includes GST	With The One Plan, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,456 which is 21% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With The One Plan, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,456 which is 21% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Origin Go Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee Has discount GreenPower Solar payback available	14% less than the reference price	$394 Includes GST	With Origin Go, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,576 which is 14% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Origin Go, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,576 which is 14% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
No Fuss (SR) Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	4% less than the reference price	$441 Includes GST	With No Fuss (SR), for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,764 which is 4% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With No Fuss (SR), for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,764 which is 4% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Enquire nowView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
1st Saver Plus - Single Rate Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee Has discount GreenPower Solar payback available	4% less than the reference price Further 10% off the reference price if you always pay on time.	$393 Includes GST and conditional discounts	1st Saver Plus - Single Rate is 4% less than the reference price for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network. If you qualify for all discounts, the lowest annual cost is $1,572 (a further 10% below the reference price). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	1st Saver Plus - Single Rate is 4% less than the reference price for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network. If you qualify for all discounts, the lowest annual cost is $1,572 (a further 10% below the reference price). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Enquire nowView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
SA Virtual Power Plant - Anytime Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower	22% less than the reference price	$356 Includes GST	With SA Virtual Power Plant - Anytime, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,424 which is 22% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With SA Virtual Power Plant - Anytime, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,424 which is 22% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Enquire nowView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Lumo Plus Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	8% less than the reference price	$423 Includes GST	With Lumo Plus, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,692 which is 8% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Lumo Plus, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,692 which is 8% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	View details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Residential Market Customer service rating Basic Plan Information	Customer service rating Basic Plan Information		No exit fee No lock-in GreenPower Solar payback available	3% less than the reference price	$445 Includes GST	With Residential Market, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,780 which is 3% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	With Residential Market, for a residential customer who consumes 4000 kwh a year on a flat rate tariff in the SA Power Networks network, the lowest annual cost is $1,780 which is 3% less than the reference price (including any discounts). Your actual bill will differ, based on your actual usage and tariff type.	Go to siteView details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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Which providers have special plans designed for renters?

There are two providers that have plans that waive connection and/or disconnection fees: Lumo Energy and Momentum Energy.

• Lumo Movers. Available in VIC and SA. Offers variable rate electricity with a no lock-in contract. Does not charge you any connection or disconnection fees if you stay with Lumo Movers at your new address. Otherwise, if you switch to a new plan, you'll be charged a disconnection fee.
• Momentum Move Mates. Available in VIC only. Provides variable rate electricity with a no lock-in contract. If you're moving into a property on a Move Mates plan, you won't have to pay any connection fees, and you can get connected by the next business day.

How good are these plans really compared to a regular low rate plan? Assuming you move about once every year, here's how your energy bill might look on the Lumo Movers plan compared to something cheap and simple like the One Plan from OVO Energy.

_{Note: Data last checked in September 2020.}

As you can see, the amount you'd save on the Lumo Movers plan isn't huge compared to the overall bill, but it's also not zero. If you're moving more frequently during the year, the mover plan will provide significantly better value.

What do I need to consider when moving to a new property?

When moving into a new home where you're in charge of the energy bills, there are a few questions to consider.

Is a smart meter installed?

Smart meters are handy, so if there's one already set up at the property, you can take advantage of plans and features that rely upon them. If a smart meter is not installed, don't worry about it. You should never have to pay for smart meter installation – that will be dealt with by the owner.

What if the property has solar panels?

This may involve having a discussion with the owner. When you pick an energy plan, there will likely be some solar feed in tariffs involved for excess energy returned to the power grid. The owner may decide that they want control over these, so sort it out before moving in.

How much notice do I need to give to my provider?

Generally, a provider will only need five days or so to get everything set up. However, you should inform your provider (both new and old, if you're switching) of the date that you're moving as soon as you know. This will ensure that everything transitions over smoothly.

Do I have to pay for electricity in an apartment?

Usually yes, as long as the apartments are separately metered. Most apartment dwellers will be able to select their energy provider the same way as anybody else, provided that the distributor has easy access to the energy meter. The main exception is embedded networks, described below.

If your distributor can't access your meter, they may charge you based on estimated usage, instead. To avoid this, arrange for easier meter access or submit manual reads online or over the phone.

What if I'm moving into an embedded network?

Unlike most residents of apartment buildings, you won't get any say over your energy provider in an embedded network. In an embedded network, instead of each unit being connected to a separate energy circuit and meter, they are connected to a centralised power network for the whole building.

This network is then connected to the electricity grid, with all power to the building provided by the retailer who services the building. In theory, this allows buildings to negotiate cheaper power rates by buying it in bulk, but it leaves renters without any control over their energy plan.

Legally, you are still allowed to choose your own retailer even in an embedded network, but in practice, you may find that it's difficult and ends up being more expensive anyway.

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Important notes: The estimated price we show by default is based on a single rate tariff. On your bill this might be known as a 'peak tariff', 'peak only' or an 'anytime tariff'. There are other tariff types available to customers and you may need to contact your provider if you are on these tariffs:

• Single rate with a controlled load
• Time of use
• Time of use with a controlled load

The price estimate should not be used as an official quote, but an indication of what your costs may be on the plan. It varies based on whether you provide us with your bill details. You can learn more here.