Bord Gáis Energy
Electric Ireland
Bord Gáis Energy vs Electric Ireland at a glance
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| Offerings | Electricity, Gas, Dual fuel | Electricity, Gas, Dual fuel |
| Electricity plans | 4 | 4 |
| Gas plans | 1 | 1 |
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| Phone | 01 611 0101 | 1800 372 372 |
How Do Bord Gáis Energy and Electric Ireland Compare?
Bord Gáis Energy
Electric Ireland
Rates: Bord Gáis Energy vs Electric Ireland
Bord Gáis Energy currently offers 4 electricity plans and 1 gas plan, while Electric Ireland has 4 electricity plans and 1 gas plan. The cheapest electricity unit rate from Bord Gáis Energy starts at 20.46 c/kWh, compared to 14.99 c/kWh from Electric Ireland. For gas, Bord Gáis Energy starts at 8.20 c/kWh versus 8.33 c/kWh from Electric Ireland. Both providers also offer dual fuel bundles combining electricity and gas into a single plan. All unit rates shown below exclude VAT and include any available discounts, while standing charges and annual costs include 9% VAT.
Electricity rates comparison
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Standard, 24hr Regular25.94 c/kWh €281.89/yr standing 
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Standard, 24hr Regular26.14 c/kWh €288.97/yr standing 
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NightSaver Regular27.90 c/kWh €295.27/yr standing 
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NightSaver Regular27.91 c/kWh €301.45/yr standing
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Smart Electricity Regular20.46 c/kWh €281.89/yr standing
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Smart Electricity Regular14.99 c/kWh €288.97/yr standing 
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Smart All Day Variable25.94 c/kWh €224.56/yr standing |
Smart 24 Variable24.98 c/kWh €288.97/yr standing |
Unit rates excl. VAT, incl. discounts. Annual costs incl. 9% VAT & all charges.
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Gas rates comparison
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Standard Gas Regular8.20 c/kWh €120.82/yr standing
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Standard Gas Regular8.33 c/kWh €143.08/yr standing
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Unit rates excl. VAT, incl. discounts. Annual costs incl. 9% VAT & all charges.
Dual fuel rates comparison
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Standard Dual Fuel RegularElec: 26.71 c/kWh Elec standing: €224.56/yr Gas: 7.28 c/kWh Gas standing: €120.82/yr |
Standard Dual Fuel RegularElec: 24.29 c/kWh Elec standing: €230.06/yr Gas: 8.11 c/kWh Gas standing: €143.08/yr |
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Dual Smart All Day SmartDualElec: 26.71 c/kWh Elec standing: €307.26/yr Gas: 7.27 c/kWh Gas standing: €120.82/yr |
Smart Dual Fuel SmartDualElec: 13.57 c/kWh Elec standing: €288.97/yr Gas: 7.79 c/kWh Gas standing: €137.35/yr |
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Smart Dual Fuel SmartDualElec: 35.48 c/kWh Elec standing: €307.26/yr Gas: 7.48 c/kWh Gas standing: €120.82/yr |
Smart Dual 24 SmartDualElec: 23.73 c/kWh Elec standing: €288.97/yr Gas: 7.90 c/kWh Gas standing: €137.35/yr |
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Smart Dual Fuel Nightboost SmartDualElec: 28.01 c/kWh Elec standing: €301.45/yr Gas: 8.61 c/kWh Gas standing: €137.35/yr |
Unit rates excl. VAT, incl. discounts. Annual costs incl. 9% VAT & all charges.
Is Bord Gáis Energy or Electric Ireland better?
When it comes to plan variety, Bord Gáis Energy offers 5 domestic plans, while Electric Ireland offers 5 domestic plans.
In terms of customer satisfaction, Bord Gáis Energy has a weighted rating of 4.0/5, compared to Electric Ireland at 1.5/5.
Bord Gáis Energy supplies Electricity, Gas, Dual fuel, while Electric Ireland supplies Electricity, Gas, Dual fuel.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bord Gáis Energy vs Electric Ireland
For electricity, Electric Ireland is cheaper with a lowest unit rate of 14.99 c/kWh, compared to 20.46 c/kWh from Bord Gáis Energy. For gas, Bord Gáis Energy is cheaper at 8.20 c/kWh versus 8.33 c/kWh from Electric Ireland. However, the cheapest option for you depends on your usage and meter type. Standing charges and discounts also affect your total bill. Use our energy comparator for a personalised estimate, or compare their full rate tables above.
Yes. Switching energy supplier in Ireland is free and takes around 14–17 business days. Your supply will not be interrupted during the switch. Simply choose a plan from Electric Ireland and your new supplier will handle the rest, including notifying Bord Gáis Energy.
Bord Gáis Energy has a weighted customer rating of 4.0/5, while Electric Ireland scores 1.5/5. Read detailed reviews on our Bord Gáis Energy reviews and Electric Ireland reviews pages.
Bord Gáis Energy supplies Electricity, Gas, Dual fuel, while Electric Ireland supplies Electricity, Gas, Dual fuel. Both providers also offer dual fuel bundles that combine electricity and gas into one plan. See the comparison table above for a full overview.
You can compare their rates side by side in our rate tables above, which show unit rates, standing charges and Selectra Scores for every plan. For a personalised comparison based on your actual usage, try our free energy comparator.