There are currently 11 electricity suppliers in Ireland offering a range of tariffs on electricity, gas, dual fuel and smart meter plans. Electric Ireland is the largest provider while Yuno Energy are the latest provider to enter the market having launched in 2023. Ireland also has two dedicated pay as you go electricity providers in Pinergy and PrepayPower.

Compare Electricity Providers in Ireland

As of 2025, there are 11 electricity providers operating in the Irish market.

Previous to 2025, there were 15 suppliers operating in the market, but Bright Energy, Panda Energy and Iberdrola have exited the market in recent years.

The 11 suppliers offer a range of tariffs and price plans including standard electricity, gas, dual fuel and new smart tariffs.

The table below outlines what each supplier offers:

⚡ Electricity Providers Ireland

Supplier	Electricity	Gas	Dual Fuel	PAYG	Smart
	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
	✅	✅	✅	❌	✅
	✅	✅	✅	❌	✅
	✅	✅	✅	❌	✅
	✅	✅	✅	❌	✅
	✅	✅	✅	❌	✅
	✅	❌	❌	❌	✅
	✅	❌	❌	✅	✅
	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
	✅	❌	❌	❌	✅
	✅	❌	❌	❌	✅
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Last Updated: February 2025

As the commercial wing of the ex public electricity provider ESB, Electric Ireland has the biggest market share, with over 45%. Bord Gais are in second with 22% of the market, while medium suppliers such as Energia and SSE Airtricty follow with 8% and 12% respectively.

Which Electricity Supplier Has The Cheapest Offer?

Below, you will find a table that outlines the current cheapest offer for each tariff type:

⚡ Cheapest Electricity Offers

Tariff Type	Cheapest Supplier	Estimated Annual Bill
Electricity		€1,242
Smart Electricity		€1,150
Nightsaver		€1,175
Dual Fuel		€2,418
PAYG		€1,853
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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: February 2025

Renewable Electricity Suppliers in Ireland

While all energy produced goes into the same grid, the electricity suppliers in Ireland that offer 100% renewable electricity have paid for renewable electricity only.

This ensures more demand for renewable energy sources and drives cash toward generating them.

100% renewable electricity companies in Ireland include the following:

• Energia
• SSE Airtricity
• Pinergy
• Community Power
• Ecopower
• Waterpower

Why Is Electricity So Expensive in Ireland?

Given the energy crisis throughout Europe and the rest of the world, the price of electricity has continued to soar, and it's getting more and more costly to pay our energy bills.

The latest figures from Eurostat indicate that Ireland's electricity prices have increased by almost 43% since 2020 from €0.2616/kWh to €0.3736/kWh in 2024 making Ireland's electricity bills the second highest across the EU.

Source: Eurostat
Figures quoted include relevant taxies and levies applied. Last updated, February 2025.

There are various factors as to why this is the case, including:

• Energy Crisis of 2022
• Covid-19 Pandemic
• Inflation
• Reliance on imported energy
• Lack of competition in the domestic market

Like with any commodity, when wholesale prices increase on the global market, suppliers pass on part of the cost to the customer and this is why since 2020 energy customers have seen such a large increase in their energy bills.

In fact, energy prices have almost tripled in Ireland over the last 12 years and now stand as the most expensive in Europe.

How Do I Choose an Electricity Supplier in Ireland?

Choosing the right energy supplier can seem difficult, but with these simple steps, you can find a better deal and start saving money.

• ⚡ How to Choose A New Energy Provider
• Find a recent energy bill.
• Make note of the unit rate you pay, the type of plan you are on, and your kWh usage.
• Check to see if you are on a standard or smart meter.
• Visit different energy provider websites and have a look at their offers.
• Compare them to your current plan and choose a more affordable plan for you.

There are several factors that you should consider when switching electricity providers. While some of these seem obvious, others can easily be overlooked.

Factors to consider include:

1. Cost — Is it the cheapest electricity or gas offer on the market?
2. Customer service — Does the gas or electricity supplier provide high-quality customer support in Ireland?
3. Energy sources — Does the Irish energy supplier get its energy from renewable sources?
4. Exit fees — All Irish energy suppliers charge an exit fee unless you're out of contract. This fee is typically €50 per fuel.
5. Discounts — Many suppliers offer attractive discounts to new customers, which could significantly lower your annual bill.

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