💷 You could earn hundreds of pounds more on an SEG tariff

⚡ Households that switch can keep receiving generation payments

📈 SEG tariffs aren’t permanently fixed – but they’re likely to keep rising

🌞 Switching is usually simple and doesn’t take too long

↔️ You can move between the FiT and an SEG rate once per year

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How does the Feed-in Tariff work?

How is the SEG different from the FiT?

Can you switch from the FiT to the SEG?

Should you switch from the FiT to the SEG?

How can you switch from the FiT to the SEG?

Summary

FAQs

Is it worth changing from the FiT to an SEG tariff?

Is SEG the same as FiT?

Can you claim payments through the SEG and FiT?

Should you switch from the FiT to the SEG? [UK, 2025]

What's in this guide?

🚗 The best EV charging tariff depends on your habits and household

🕖 E.ON Next Drive offers the cheapest, longest off-peak rate

🏅 Utility Warehouse EV Double Gold is the best choice for the average driver

🏠 Solar homes can maximise their savings with an EV tariff

💷 EV drivers can save hundreds of pounds per year

What are the best EV charging tariffs?

Table notes & sources

The best EV charging tariffs: explained

The best EV tariffs: FAQs

Is it worth switching to an EV tariff?

Who offers the cheapest EV tariff?

What is the cheapest time to charge an electric car?

Here are all the top EV charging tariffs, how to sign up for them, and which tariffs are best for different households.

The 9 best EV charging tariffs [UK, 2025]

The 9 best EV charging tariffs

💷 OVO offers three SEG tariffs, the best of which pays 20p per kWh

☀️ You must go solar with OVO to qualify for its top export rate

👎 Its 12p per kWh rate is also restrictive

⚡ Only OVO’s 4p per kWh tariff allows you to use any import rate

📉 You can’t maximise your savings on an OVO export tariff

What SEG tariffs does OVO offer?

How much can you earn from OVO’s SEG tariffs?

Eligibility requirements for OVO’s SEG tariffs

How can you sign up for an OVO SEG tariff?

Is OVO’s SEG tariff worth it?

OVO’s SEG tariff: FAQs

How often do I receive OVO SEG payments?

Who pays the highest SEG tariff?

What is the EV tariff rate for OVO?

Here are all the ins and outs of OVO’s export tariffs, including their rates, requirements, and which import rates they pair best with.

OVO’s SEG tariff: is it worth it? [2025]

OVO’s SEG tariff: is it worth it?

🚗 E.ON Next Drive is open to households with an EV or storage battery

⚡ It offers a 6.7p per kWh off-peak rate between 12am and 7am

🏆 This is the longest off-peak period and cheapest rate around

💷 You can save hundreds of pounds per year on this tariff

🌞 Homes with a solar & battery system can save even more

What is E.ON Next Drive?

Eligibility requirements for E.ON Next Drive

E.ON Next Drive rates

How much can you save with E.ON Next Drive?

How can you sign up for E.ON Next Drive?

Is E.ON Next Drive worth it?

Does E.ON Next Drive have any exit fees?

How long is E.ON Next Drive fixed for?

Is E.ON Next Drive’s electricity actually 100% renewable?

What is E.ON Next Drive’s day rate?

Here's how E.ON Next Drive works, which homes are eligible, how much you can save, and whether it’s worth it.

E.ON Next Drive: is it worth it? [UK, 2025]

E.ON Next Drive: is it worth it?

🏘️ Virtual power plants are groups of small energy generators or battery owners

⚡ These groups are run by companies that control their output and consumption

🏭 Virtual power plants could reduce the need for new fossil-fuelled plants

📉 They may also bring down the price of electricity

🌞 And they could allow the grid to expand at a safer, more affordable rate

What is a virtual power plant?

Why do we need virtual power plants?

The benefits of joining a virtual power plant

How to join a virtual power plant

Examples of virtual power plants

Is it worth joining a virtual power plant?

Virtual power plants: FAQs

What are the disadvantages of a virtual power plant?

What is the difference between a virtual power plant and a microgrid?

What is the Tesla Virtual Power Plant in the UK?

Here's how virtual power plants work, why we need them, which ones are available now, and whether you should join one.

Virtual power plants: the expert guide [UK, 2025]

Virtual power plants: the expert guide

🚗 British Gas Electric Driver offers a 12am-5am off-peak rate of 7.9p per kWh

🏡 It’s available to all households, whether or not you have an EV

💷 The tariff can save you hundreds of pounds on your electricity bill

⚡ If you have a solar & battery system, you can save even more

🧠 To qualify, you just need to pay by direct debit and own a smart meter

What is British Gas Electric Driver?

British Gas Electric Driver rates

Combining British Gas Electric Driver with an export tariff

How can you sign up for British Gas Electric Driver?

Is British Gas Electric Driver worth it?

What is the British Gas Electric Driver tariff?

Is it worth getting an EV tariff?

Which company has the cheapest EV tariff?

Here's how British Gas Electric Driver works, how much it can save different homes, and whether it’s worth it.

British Gas Electric Driver: explained [2025]

British Gas Electric Driver: explained

🔥 Cosy Octopus is an import tariff for heat pump owners

⚡ It comes with three off-peak periods every day

💷 The average heat pump owner can save £200 per year on Cosy Octopus

✅ You just need an air or ground source heat pump and smart meter to qualify

🐙 To sign up for Cosy Octopus, you must first be an Octopus customer

What is Cosy Octopus?

What rates does Cosy Octopus charge?

How can you sign up for Cosy Octopus?

Is Cosy Octopus the best tariff for everyone?

Cosy Octopus: FAQs

What is the difference between Cosy Octopus and Octopus Flux?

What time is Cosy Octopus cheap?

Is the Cosy Octopus tariff worth it?

This is how Cosy Octopus works with your heat pump, how much you can save, and whether it’s your best choice.

Cosy Octopus: explained [2025]

Cosy Octopus: explained

⚡ Octopus Flux is a solar import and export tariff with peak and off-peak periods

🔋 You can set your battery to import cheap grid electricity and export it for profit

💷 The average household can earn £531 per year with Octopus Flux

🌞 You only need solar panels, a battery, and a smart meter to qualify

🐙 To sign up for Octopus Flux, you must first be an Octopus customer

What is Octopus Flux?

What rates does Octopus Flux pay?

How to set up your battery for Octopus Flux

How can you sign up for Octopus Flux?

Is it worth switching to Octopus Flux?

Next steps

Octopus Flux: FAQs

Is Octopus Flux worth it?

What is the difference between Agile Octopus and Octopus Flux?

What is the difference between Octopus Flux and Intelligent Octopus Flux?

What batteries work with Octopus Flux?

Which Octopus tariff is best for solar panels?

Here's how Octopus Flux works with your solar & battery system, how much you can earn, and whether it’s the best tariff for your home.

Octopus Flux: is it worth it? [UK, 2025]

Octopus Flux: is it worth it?

🐙 Intelligent Octopus Flux is a smart, time of use, import and export tariff

💷 The average household can earn £763 per year from Intelligent Octopus Flux

🧠 Smart battery controls will maximise your profits

🔋 You just need a smart meter, solar panels, and an eligible battery and phone to qualify

📈 Intelligent Octopus Flux's rates are likely to stay high

What is Intelligent Octopus Flux?

Intelligent Octopus Flux is pretty groundbreaking stuff - it’s completely transformed the financial benefits of having solar panels and a battery, and it’s made the whole process incredibly easy for homeowners. Instead of having to program your battery yourself, you can leave the whole thing in Octopus’s hands and they’ll maximise your profits.

🤔 Thinking of going solar? Here's why a larger system makes sense ⬇️

The UK's first solar subscription

What rates does Intelligent Octopus Flux pay?

How can you sign up for Intelligent Octopus Flux?

Is Intelligent Octopus Flux worth it?

What’s the long term future of Intelligent Octopus Flux?

Intelligent Octopus Flux: FAQs

Can you connect multiple batteries to Intelligent Octopus Flux?

Does Intelligent Octopus Flux affect your battery’s lifespan?

What are the benefits of Intelligent Octopus Flux?

Do I need a smart meter for Intelligent Octopus Flux?

Is Intelligent Octopus Flux fixed or variable?

Here's how Intelligent Octopus Flux works with your solar installation, how much it can earn you, and when it’s the best choice for your home.

Intelligent Octopus Flux: explained [2025]

Intelligent Octopus Flux: explained

🚗 Intelligent Octopus Go is a smart import tariff for electric cars

⚡ The tariff allows you to charge your car for 7p per kWh

🏡 Your entire household can use electricity at this low rate from 11:30pm to 5:30am

✅ You just need an eligible car and charger

💷 The tariff can save you hundreds of pounds per year

What is Intelligent Octopus Go?

Intelligent Octopus Go vs Octopus Go

What are Intelligent Octopus Go’s rates?

How much can you save with Intelligent Octopus Go?

The best EV chargers for Intelligent Octopus Go

Intelligent Octopus Go with a solar & battery system

How can you sign up for Intelligent Octopus Go?

Is Intelligent Octopus Go worth it?

Intelligent Octopus Go: FAQs

Which cars work with Intelligent Octopus Go?

What is the difference between Octopus Go and Intelligent Octopus Go?

Can I get Intelligent Octopus Go without an EV?

Which EV chargers work with Intelligent Octopus Go?

Do I need a smart meter for Intelligent Octopus Go?

Is Intelligent Octopus Go a fixed tariff?

How long does it take to switch to Intelligent Octopus Go?

Here's how Intelligent Octopus Go works with your car and home, how much you can save, and whether you should sign up.

Intelligent Octopus Go: is it worth it? [2025]

Intelligent Octopus Go: is it worth it?

⚡ The price of electricity changes every half-hour on Agile Octopus

📉 When the rate falls below zero, you’ll get paid for using electricity

🛡️ The rate is capped, so your price will never be horrendously high

💷 You can save hundreds of pounds per year by shifting your usage

🏡 Eligible homes must be with Octopus and have a smart meter

What is Agile Octopus?

What rates does Agile Octopus charge?

Combining Agile Octopus with a solar export tariff

How can you sign up for Agile Octopus?

Is it worth switching to Agile Octopus?

Agile Octopus: FAQs

Can I leave Agile Octopus?

What is the difference between fixed rate and Agile Octopus?

Which Octopus Energy tariff is best?

Is Agile Octopus a good idea?

Here's how Agile Octopus works, how it could benefit you, and whether it would be a good idea for your home.

Agile Octopus: is it worth it? [UK, 2025]

Agile Octopus: is it worth it?

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