compare electricity in australia
switchwise makes switching easy
When it comes to your electricity supply, you have a choice. Now, thanks to Switchwise, you are able to compare electricity providers and switching suppliers is quick and easy.
If you live in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia or the Australian Capital Territory you can compare the different electricity suppliers with little effort. Switchwise is currently only available to residents of Victoria but we'll be launching in other states and territories soon. So if you are a Victorian resident try our calculator to see if you can save on your electricity bills and then switch your supplier using our simple online form.
Since the start of this century many State and Territory Governments have been opening up energy markets to competition to provide consumers and businesses in Australia with a choice of energy providers. Full Retail Competition has meant that Australians are no longer tied to one supplier and as a result are able to enjoy benefits such as cheaper prices, better service and a wider selection of products.
In Australia, depending upon where you live, there might be over a dozen electricity suppliers competing for your custom. With Switchwise it is now possible to easily compare electricity suppliers in your suburb and select the supplier that best suits your needs. Switchwise simplifies electricity supplier comparison so you can find some of the best deals available - enter your postcode to start saving.
compare your electricity provider
The Switchwise website was developed with the customer in mind to allow you to quickly and easily compare electricity providers as well as compare the plans available in your area. You can quickly find, understand and compare available options and plans, select the one that best suits your needs and then switch your electricity provider. By entering your postcode and answering a few simple questions about your power consumption, Switchwise can determine the plans, applicable pricing and potential savings available to you so that you can easily compare electricity supply and select the supplier that's best for you.
Once you have compared providers and selected your new electricity retailer and plan, Switchwise takes care of all the paperwork required to switch. Simply complete our application form in as much detail as you can and we will contact your chosen supplier and ask them to arrange for your electricity account to be transferred from your current electricity provider.
Unless you are moving house, your switch will take place following your next scheduled electricity meter read, which is usually performed each quarter. This means that it could take up to three months to switch to your new supplier and have them take over responsibility for issuing your electricity bills.
switching explained
So what actually happens when you switch suppliers?
Once you have compared and selected the correct supplier for you, Switching suppliers means that you are changing the company that sends you your bills and manages your account. It does not mean you are changing the type, quality or reliability of the electricity powering your home. This will remain the same no matter whom you choose to supply your electricity.
Whilst your power supply remains the same, it is important to know that electricity suppliers offer different plans, customer service, pricing and payment plans, hence it is important to compare your options. Trying out Switchwise’s electricity comparison calculator will help you pick the retailer that is best for your situation, based on your needs, whether they are price, service or environmental benefits.
Please see our switching explained section for more information about the switching process.
