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Lock in a unit price per kWh for the contract term. Good for price certainty but bills still vary with usage.
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Supplier | Price (p/kWh) |
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EnergyCo | 28.4 |
PowerMax | 27.9 |
Contract Length | Average Unit Rate (p/kWh) | Standing Charge (p/day) |
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1 year | 28.5 | 52.0 |
2 years | 28.2 | 51.5 |
3 years | 28.0 | 51.0 |
Business electricity rates have dropped since the crisis and are relatively stable. You can start comparing up to 12 months before your contract ends.
Factors affecting prices include wholesale energy costs, government policies, network charges, and supplier competition.
A quick, scannable guide to common UK business electricity tariffs — tailored for web readers. Check your meter type before choosing.
Lock in a unit price per kWh for the contract term. Good for price certainty but bills still vary with usage.
Unit rates change with wholesale prices — more flexibility, but exposure to market rises.
A default contract that applies if you don't secure a new deal; usually 12 months and often more costly.
Different prices for peak vs off-peak. Cheaper overnight rates for night-heavy usage.
No daily fixed fee. You pay per kWh only, but unit rates are usually higher.
Suppliers match your consumption with generation from renewable sources — a step toward sustainability.
Sell small-scale renewable generation back to the grid — replaced older Feed-in Tariffs.
Tariff | Price risk | Best for | Typical term |
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Fixed-rate | Low | Budget certainty | 1–5 years |
Variable-rate | High | Flexible needs | Rolling / short |
Rollover | High | Emergency cover (avoid) | 12 months |
Economy 7 | Medium | Night-heavy usage | 1–3 years |
No standing charge | Medium | Seasonal sites | Varies |
Renewable | Low–Medium | ESG & buyers | 1–3 years |
SEG | Low (export only) | Small-scale generators | 1 year rolling |
Tip: Always check your meter type and read exit & standing charge terms closely before switching.
We specialise in finding electricity deals for small, medium, and micro businesses. Our self-service online platform is designed for small businesses, allowing you to compare energy prices and switch providers easily, anytime and anywhere.
Micro businesses typically consume 5,000 kWh of electricity annually according to Statista.
Business electricity prices have significantly dropped to a stable level since the peak of the crisis. There could be some significant savings to be made as there has been an average increase of out-of-contract electricity rates by 130% according to the BSE.
Small businesses typically consume 15,000 kWh of electricity annually according to Statista. Medium-sized businesses average around 25,000 kWh annually.
Prices can differ significantly from one business to another, which means there is rarely a single cheapest supplier. The best energy suppliers for your business will depend on your specific usage patterns and the timing of your consumption.
Supplier | Unit Price (p/kWh) | Standing Charge (p) | Compare |
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British Gas Lite | 25.41 | 40 | |
Scottish Power | 23.94 | 90.29 | |
Valda Energy | 25.87 | 69.14 | |
British Gas | 25.46 | 60 | |
EDF Energy | 25.18 | 50 | |
SmartestEnergy | 24.92 | 52.96 | |
Yu Energy | 24.32 | 69 |
Supplier | Unit Price (p/kWh) | Standing Charge (p) | Compare |
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British Gas Lite | 25.84 | 42 | |
Scottish Power | 23.89 | 90.29 | |
Valda Energy | 25.81 | 73.5 | |
British Gas | 25.89 | 62 | |
EDF Energy | 25.37 | 50 | |
SmartestEnergy | 25.44 | 64.49 | |
Yu Energy | 24.38 | 75 |
Supplier | Unit Price (p/kWh) | Standing Charge (p) | Compare |
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British Gas Lite | 26 | 45 | |
Scottish Power | 23.92 | 90.29 | |
Valda Energy | 25.58 | 77.1 | |
British Gas | 26 | 65 | |
EDF Energy | 25.47 | 50 | |
SmartestEnergy | 25.95 | 65.59 | |
Yu Energy | 24.32 | 80.4 |
Customers who switch with us save £1,920 per year*, on average.
However, how much you save will depend on your annual usage, your current tariff and the tariff you switch to, so there’s no guarantee on how much you will save.