Between 1st January and 31st March, the energy price cap is set at:

• £1,738 a year for an average dual fuel household paying by Direct Debit.
• £1,690 a year for households using a prepayment meter.

From 1st April, the price cap will rise by 6.4%, increasing energy bills for most households — marking the third price rise in a row.

When you use our energy comparison service, we’ll show you how much you could save based on your current tariff and energy usage.

To get started, simply start a quote and find out if you could switch and save.

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Most fixed-rate energy tariffs last for either 12 or 24 months. During this time, the energy price cap may increase or decrease, but your rates stay the same.

Fixing your tariff offers price stability, helping you budget better throughout 2025 — even if market prices drop.

Most fixed-rate deals include exit fees if you decide to leave your contract early. These are usually charged per fuel (gas and electricity).

However, you're free to switch without any exit fees within the final 49 days of your contract.

Choosing an energy supplier depends on your priorities and budget. Here are key things to consider:

• Look for tariffs cheaper than the current price cap of £1,738 — and be aware the next cap in April is increasing by 6.4%.
• Consider switching to a fixed-rate tariff if it offers better value and peace of mind against future price rises.

Other factors worth thinking about include:

• Smaller suppliers often score higher for customer satisfaction than larger firms.
• Do they offer renewable energy or green energy tariffs?
• Is free smart meter installation included, helping you track and control your energy usage in real time?
• Are there added benefits, such as free boiler cover or loyalty rewards?

Your new energy supplier will liaise with your current provider to set a switch date, and they'll inform you of the details.

When the switch is nearing, your new supplier will contact you for a final meter reading, which will be sent to your old supplier to finalize your bill.

The switch itself is seamless, with no action required from you – we’ll keep you updated throughout the process.

Energy switches are handled in the background, so there will be no interruptions to your supply. No digging, no new pipes, and no disruptions to your energy service.

The Energy Switch Guarantee ensures everything goes smoothly, and unless you’re having a smart meter installed, there’s no need for an engineer visit.

Once you’ve signed up for a new deal, your supplier must complete the switch within five working days. If they miss the deadline, you’re entitled to £40 compensation.

In line with Ofgem’s Supplier Guaranteed Standards, the compensation will be issued within 10 working days. If it’s delayed further, you could receive an additional £40.

If you decide to fast-track your switch, don’t worry — you still have a 14-day cooling-off period. You can change your mind without paying any exit fees, although your new supplier will bill you for the energy used up until that point.

If you didn’t opt for the fast-track, your switch will take around 15 days after you submit the form, and you’ll still have the cooling-off period to reconsider without any cancellation fees.

If you change your mind during the cooling-off period, here’s what you can do:

• You may switch to a different tariff with your new supplier. Contact them to discuss your options.
• You may revert to your previous supplier, but this will depend on whether they offer a similar tariff to the one you had before. Contact them to confirm.
• Alternatively, you can choose to switch to another supplier entirely. You’ll need to contact your new choice to begin the process.

When you switch suppliers, your old provider will send you a final bill. This will reflect the energy you used up until the switch date.

If you’ve paid in advance, and your account is in credit, they’ll refund the remaining balance. Be sure to cancel your Direct Debit after the final payment goes through.