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Cheapest Electricity and Gas Supplier in Ireland 2024

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As of November 2024, the cheapest electricity supplier in Ireland is Flogas, whose standard rate deal costs an estimated €1,231.11 per year. We compare electricity prices in Ireland to bring you the most up-to-date prices from all of Ireland's electricity suppliers. If you are looking to switch electricity provider, you can call 📞(01) 913 1771.

⚡ Best Electricity Rates Ireland, November 2024

Selectra has compared the energy market to bring you the top 7 price plans for gas and electricity.

Top 7 Electricity and Gas Deals

  1. Flogas - Variable Rate Electricity - €1,231.11
  2. Flogas - Variable Rate Smart Electricity - €1,149.91
  3. Yuno Energy - Nightsaver - €1,175.98
  4. SSE Airtricty - Standard Gas - €1,180.20
  5. Flogas - Standard Dual Fuel - €2,394.37
  6. PrepayPower - Standard PAYG Electricity - €1,853.07
  7. Board Gais - Standard PAYG Gas - €1,482.13

Who Is the Cheapest Electricity Supplier in Ireland?

As of November 2024, the cheapest electricity supplier in Ireland is Flogas, whose standard rate deal costs an estimated €1,231.11 per year.

Here’s an overview of all the Urban 24-hour meter prices in Ireland:

Cheapest Electricity Offer per Supplier
SupplierBest OfferEstimated Annual Bill
Flogas Logo Contact Details
26% on Standard Electricity€1,231.11
Yuno Energy Contact Details
Fixed Discount€1,242.72
Electric Ireland Contact Details
30% on Standard Electricity€1,242.72
Bord Gais Logo Contact Details
33% on Standard Electricity€1,257.40
Energia Logo Contact Details
37% off Electricity€1,270.59
SSE Airtricity Contact Details
Fixed Rate Offer€1,271.62

Average Annual Electricity Bill in Ireland, €1,394.70

Ecopower Logo
25% on Standard Electricity€1,474.24
Community Power Logo
No Discount€1,490.47
Prepay Power Logo Contact Details
No Discount€1,853.07
Pinergy Logo Contact Details
No Discount€2,034.98

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*Figures are for illustrative purposes only. Calculations based on average consumption figures for an urban home with a standard meter. All discounts and cashback have been applied.
Last updated: November 2024

These offers are based on the average consumption figures from the Commission for the Regulation of Utilities (CRU) estimations of 4,200 kWh of electricity per year using our own calculations of rates and standing charges, including the PSO Levy. Some prices might be slightly different on official supplier's websites.

How Much is the Average Annual Electricity Bill in Ireland?

The average electricity bill in Ireland is €1,404.55 for a 24hr urban standard meter.

Who Has the Cheapest Smart Electricity Deal?

As of November 2024, Flogas has the cheapest smart electricity in Ireland for €1,149.91 a year on an Urban meter.

With smart meters becoming more and more popular in recent years, there are specific packages catered for smart meter customers. Here’s a list of the cheapest to the most expensive smart meter deals in Ireland for Urban customers:

📈 Cheapest Smart Meter Tariffs in Ireland
SupplierBest OfferEstimated Annual Bill (EAB)
Flogas Logo Contact Details
26% Discount€1,149.91
Yuno Energy Contact Details
Fixed Discount€1,165.47
Electric Ireland Contact Details
30% Discount€1,169.14
SSE Airtricity Contact Details
Fixed Rate Offer€1,205.43
Energia Logo Contact Details
26% off Smart Electricity€1,199.49
Bord Gais Logo Contact Details
32% Discount€1,227.56
Ecopower Logo
25% Discount€1,408.47
Community Power Logo
No Discount€1,479.45
Pinergy Logo Contact Details
No Discount€1,708.45
Prepay Power Logo Contact Details
No Discount€1,742.31

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Smart meter rates calculated according to latest rates published by suppliers with applied discounts. Calculations made by Selectra, actual supplier offers may vary.
Last Updated: November 2024

Who Has the Cheapest Nightsaver Electricity Deal?

As of November 2024, Yuno Energy has the cheapest nightsaver deal in Ireland for €1,175.98 a year on an Urban meter.

Those with a nightsaver meter will want to compare electricity prices between providers and see what rates they offer between the day and night. Here is a list of the best nightsaver suppliers in the table below:

🌙 Nightsaver Prices in Ireland

Supplier

Best Offer

Estimated Annual Bill

Yuno Energy Contact Details

Fixed Discount Deal

€1,175.98

Electric Ireland Contact Details

30% Discount

€1,181.58

Flogas Logo Contact Details

26% Discount

€1,184.09

Energia Logo Contact Details

37% off Electricity

€1,210.79

SSE Airtricity Contact Details

Fixed Rate Offer

€1,215.94

Bord Gais Logo Contact Details

29% Discount

€1,229.08

Ecopower Logo

25% Discount

€1,352.62

Community Power Logo

No Discount

€1,448.06

Prepay Power Logo Contact Details

No Discount

€1,842.44

Pinergy Logo Contact Details

No Discount

€2,147.28

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*Prices include VAT, standing charges, levies, and provider discounts. All tariffs are based on Urban standing charges.
Last updated: November 2024.

Who Has the Cheapest Pay As You Go Electricity?

As of November 2024, the cheapest PAYG electricity provider is PrepayPower for €1,853.07 a year.

Customers should always keep in mind that even the cheapest prepay electricity will still be more expensive than direct debit deals.

💰 Cheapest Prepayment Electricity Offer per Supplier

Supplier

Best Offer

Price per year

Prepay Power Logo Contact Details

Standard

€1,853.07

Electric Ireland Contact Details

Smarter Prepay Electricity

€1,883.93

Pinergy Logo Contact Details

Standard

€2,043.98

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*Figures are for illustrative purposes only. Calculations based on average consumption figures for an urban home with a PAYG meter. All discounts and cashback have been applied.
Last updated: November 2024

What Is the Current Unit Price of Electricity in Ireland?

In November 2024, the average price of electricity in Ireland per unit is 34.38c per kWh. This is based on a standard, 24hr urban rate comparing all providers with VAT included.

Who Is the Cheapest Gas Provider in Ireland?

As of November 2024, the cheapest gas provider in Ireland is SSE Airtricity for €1,180.20 a year on an Urban meter.

💸 Cheapest Gas Offer per Supplier

Supplier

Best Offer

Estimated Annual Bill

SSE Airtricity Contact Details

20% Discount

€1,180.20

Flogas Logo Contact Details

22% Discount

€1,186.86

Bord Gais Logo Contact Details

20% Discount

€1,223.33

Average Annual Gas Bill in Ireland, €1,245.66

Electric Ireland Contact Details

22% Discount

€1,276.51

Yuno Energy Contact Details

Fixed Price

€1,308.33

Energia Logo Contact Details

10% off Gas

€1,377.77

Prepay Power Logo Contact Details

No Discount

€1,546.23

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*Figures are for illustrative purposes only. All discounts and cashback have been applied to price. Calculations based on average consumption figures. Average annual bill calculated using a weighted average according to the market share of each supplier. Last updated, November 2024

We have listed the cheapest gas offers in Ireland in the table above so you can compare natural gas prices easily. All calculations are based on 11,000 kWh of annual gas usage and including the Carbon Tax.

You will also usually need to sign up for paperless billing and direct debit to take full advantage of any available discounts.

How Much is the Average Annual Gas Bill in Ireland?

The average electricity gas in Ireland is €1,253.48 for a 24hr urban standard meter.

Who Has the Cheapest Dual Fuel Deal?

As of November 2024, the cheapest dual fuel offer is from Flogas for €2,394.37 a year on a fixed rate plan.

Dual fuel packages can often save you money on your electricity and gas by bundling them together into one package.

You can find the cheapest dual fuel offers for 24 hour Urban meters in the following table:

💸 Cheapest Dual Fuel Offer per Supplier

Supplier

Best Offer

Price per year

Flogas Logo Contact Details

24% on Electricity and Gas

€2,394.37

Yuno Energy Contact Details

Fixed Rate Offer

€2,418.25

Bord Gais Logo Contact Details

24% on Electricity, 20% on Gas

€2,441.86

Electric Ireland Contact Details

30% on Electricity and Gas

€2,448.68

SSE Airtricity Contact Details

Fixed Rate Offer

€2,456.62

Energia Logo Contact Details

32% off Dual Fuel

€2,471.84

Prepay Power Logo Contact Details

No Discount

€3,424.29

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*Figures are for illustrative purposes only. All discounts and cashback have been applied to the price. Calculations based on average consumption figures for an urban home with a 24-hour standard meter.
Last updated: November 2024

What About the Cheapest Pay As You Go Gas Offer?

As of November 2024, the cheapest PAYG gas deal is Bord Gais for €1,482.13 a year.

Other options for PAYG gas are from Pinergy or Electric Ireland, who are more expensive.

As a rule of thumb, even the best prepay gas plan will remain more expensive than a direct debit price.

💸 Cheapest Prepayment Gas Offer per Supplier

Supplier

Best Offer

Price per year

Bord Gais Logo Contact Details

Standard

€1,482.13

Flogas Logo Contact Details

Standard

€1,508.82

Prepay Power Logo Contact Details

Standard

€1,546.23

Electric Ireland Contact Details

Standard

€1,558.31

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*Figures are for illustrative purposes only. Calculations based on average consumption figures for an urban home with a standard PAYG meter. All discounts and cashback have been applied.
Last updated: November 2024

The Importance of Comparing Electricity Prices

The CRU recommends customers switch their electricity and gas providers around once a year in order to get the cheapest electricity provider and the best deal.

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