what is switchwise?
Switchwise is a free and independent power and gas price comparison and supplier switching service for consumers. Switchwise is an easy to use service that helps consumers find the best deals on electricity and gas supplies. Switchwise also arranges cheap gas and electricity connections when you move home.
Switchwise is an Australian owned and operated company based in Melbourne.
why was switchwise created?
Thanks to the introduction of competition into the energy industry across many Australian States and Territories, the majority of households in Australia can now select which companies they want to provide their gas and electricity supply.
This competition has led to suppliers competing to win your business, either through lower prices or better products and customer service.
This is great news for consumers. However, comparing suppliers can be quite difficult due to the complexity of electricity and gas prices and the large variety of plans on offer.
Switchwise was created to help consumers easily compare prices and products from many energy providers and to switch online. And all from the comfort of your chair.
how does switchwise make money?
Switchwise is a free service for consumers.
However, to be able to offer a free service Switchwise has entered into agreements with several gas and electricity suppliers. Under these agreements, Switchwise is entitled to receive a small commission when a consumer successfully switches supplier using our website or call centre. This commission is paid to Switchwise by the new supplier and is not passed onto the consumer.
Our agreements do not influence how costs and savings are calculated.
Our agreements with suppliers are also important in ensuring that Switchwise is able to provide the most accurate and up-to-date pricing information available and that the switching process operates as smoothly as possible.
who are switchwise's partners?
Switchwise is an independent, privately owned Australian company that has partnered with the following organisations:
Switchwise is backed by Netus, a highly experienced Australian technology investment company. Netus is a subsidiary of News Corporation which is the world's largest media company. In addition to its financial support, the Netus team brings significant experience in the online market, with its management team having launched leading online brands such as Ninemsn, eBay, Ticketek and Expedia in Australia.
Switchwise has partnered with Serviceworks Management, a leading Australian energy outsourcing company, to provide its leading-edge software development and customer management solutions.