As of December 2024, Electric Ireland's 24hr, standard electricity plan costs an estimated €1,246 per year with a standard unit rate of 34.03c per kWh. The Electric Ireland free phone number is 1800 372 372, 8am–8pm Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm Sat. If you are looking to switch electricity provider, you can call 📞(01) 913 1771.
Our Selectra Score for Electric Ireland is a B!
This rating is based on the providers competative prices and discounts for new customers, mixed customer reviews with some complaints about the quality of customer service, and range of price plans including electricity, gas, dual fuel and smart meter plans.
What Are Electric Ireland's Electricity and Gas Prices?
Electric Ireland offer tariffs on the following for your home energy needs:
- Electricity
- Smart Electricity
- PAYG
- Natural Gas
- Dual fuel
In the following sections you will find a breakdown of the tariffs available from the provider and how they compare to other providers on the market.
⚡ Variable Electricity Tariffs
Urban Meter
Urban 24hr
- Unit Rate: 24.32c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €250.77
- EAB: €1,314.64
Urban Nightsaver
- Day Rate: 25.97c /kWh
- Night Rate: 12.81c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €341.24
- EAB: €1,197.93
Urban Night Storage
- Unit Rate: 25.97c /kWh
- Night Rate: 12.81c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €341.24
- EAB: €1,197.93
Rural Meter
Rural 24hr
- Unit Rate: 24.32c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €314.98
- EAB: €1,378.85
Rural Nightsaver
- Day Rate: 25.97c /kWh
- Night Rate: 12.81c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €413.13
- EAB: €1,269.83
Rural Night Storage
- Unit Rate: 25.97c /kWh
- Night Rate: 12.81c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €413.13
- EAB: €1,269.83
Last updated: December 2024
EAB calculated based on average electricity usage (4,200 kWh) with VAT and PSO Levy included.
🛠️ Fixed Electricity Tariffs
Urban Meter
Urban 24hr
- Unit Rate: 22.62c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €230.06
- EAB: €1,242.95
Urban Nightsaver
- Day Rate: 24.11c /kWh
- Night Rate: 15.50c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €301.45
- EAB: €1,215.31
Rural Meter
Rural 24hr
- Unit Rate: 22.62c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €288.97
- EAB: €1,307.16
Rural Nightsaver
- Day Rate: 24.11c /kWh
- Night Rate: 15.50c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €367.41
- EAB: €1,287.20
Last updated: December 2024
EAB calculated based on average electricity usage (4,200 kWh) with VAT and PSO Levy included.
💡 Smart Meter Tariffs
Standard Smart Tariff
Urban Smart Meter
- Peak Rate: 29.11c /kWh
- Day Rate: 27.28c /kWh
- Night Rate: 14.34c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €250.77
- EAB: €1,386.66
Rural Smart Meter
- Peak Rate: 29.11c /kWh
- Day Rate: 27.28c /kWh
- Night Rate: 14.34c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €314.98
- EAB: €1,450.88
Last updated: December 2024
EAB calculated based on average electricity usage (4,200 kWh) with VAT and PSO Levy included.
💳 Pay As You Go Tariffs
Urban Meter
SPAYG Electricity Urban
- Unit Rate: 34.74c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €250.76
- Prepay Service: €131.45
- EAB: €1,883
Rural Meter
SPAYG Electricity Rural
- Unit Rate: 34.74c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €314.98
- Prepay Service: €131.45
- EAB: €1,948
Last updated: December 2024
EAB calculated based on average electricity usage (4,200 kWh) with VAT and PSO Levy included.
🔥 Gas Only Tariffs
Gas Tariff
- Unit Rate: 09.04c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €155.96
- EAB: €1,271.20
Last updated: December 2024
EAB calculated based on average gas usage (11,000 kWh) with VAT and Carbon Tax included.7
✌️ Dual Fuel Tariffs
Standard Urban Tariffs
Standard Urban 24 Hour
- Unit Rate: 24.32c /kWh
- Gas Rate: 8.11c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €406.72
- EAB: €2,483.87
Standard Urban Night Storage
- Unit Rate: 25.97c /kWh
- Night Rate: 12.81c /kWh
- Gas Rate: 8.11c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €497.19
- EAB: €2,367.16
Standard Urban Nightsaver
- Day Rate: 25.97c /kWh
- Night Rate: 12.81c /kWh
- Gas Rate: 8.11c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €497.19
- EAB: €2,367.16
Standard Rural Tariffs
Standard Rural 24 Hour
- Unit Rate: 24.32c /kWh
- Gas Rate: 8.11c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €470.93
- EAB: €2,548.08
Standard Rural Night Storage
- Unit Rate: 25.97c /kWh
- Night Rate: 12.81c /kWh
- Gas Rate: 8.11c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €569.09
- EAB: €2,439.06
Standard Rural Nightsaver
- Day Rate: 25.97c /kWh
- Night Rate: 12.81c /kWh
- Gas Rate: 8.11c /kWh
- Standing Charge: €569.09
- EAB: €2,439.06
Last updated: December 2024
EAB calculated based on average electricity usage (4,200 kWh) + average gas usage (11,000 kWh) with VAT, PSO Levy included and Carbon Tax included.
How Do Electric Ireland’s Price Plans Compare?
At the moment, Electric Ireland is the third-cheapest supplier in Ireland, offering an EAB of €1,242.72 when you sign up for their Standard Urban 24 hour tariff.
This is compared to the cheapest provider on the market, Flogas, whose standard, urban, 24hr plan EAB is currently €1,231.11.
| Supplier | Best Offer | Estimated Annual Bill |
|---|---|---|
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.png){kind=logo} Contact Details | Fixed Rate | €1,242.95 |
.png){kind=logo} Contact Details | 32% on Standard Electricity | €1,257.40 |
.png){kind=logo} Contact Details | 38% off Electricity | €1,270.59 |
.png){kind=logo} Contact Details | Fixed Rate Offer | €1,271.62 |
Average Annual Electricity Bill in Ireland, €1,394.70 | ||
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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: December 2024
What Are the Current Electric Ireland Discounts?
Electric Ireland is currently offering the following discounts for new customers when they switch provider to one of their price plans:
| Tariff | Discount |
|---|---|
| Electricity Only Tariffs | 28% |
| Smart Electricity Tariffs | 30% |
| Gas Tariffs | 22% |
| Dual Fuel Tariffs | 30% |
| Pay As You Go Tariffs | No Discount |
What Is The Contact Number For Electric Ireland?
Electric Ireland's free customer contact number is 1800 372 372 which is open 8am–8pm Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm Sat.
Below you will find the main contact options for Electric Ireland:
For more detailed contact information, visit our Electric Ireland contact page:
| Contact Method | Contact Details |
|---|---|
| Electric Ireland Phone Number | 1800 372 372 8am–8pm Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm Sat |
| Electric Ireland Email Address | [email protected] |
| Electric Ireland Mailing Address | Electric Ireland PO Box 841 South City Delivery Office Cork T12C825 |
Electric Ireland Web Chat
There is also an Electric Ireland web chat where you can talk to a customer service agent without needing to call. The web chat service is available Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.
Electric Ireland Reviews: Is The Provider Any Good?
Customer review websites such as Trustpilot can be a useful tool when trying to get an idea of how good a supplier is.
While they tend to be used mainly as complaint forums, they can offer some insight into the pros and cons of energy suppliers.
We look at the reviews left by Electric Ireland customers on two of the more important customer reviews website.
| Reviewer | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Trustpilot | ⭐ | Complaints about quality of customer service and pricing. |
| ⭐ | Issues with singing up and overcharging on bills. |
What Are the Electric Ireland Reviews on Trustpilot Like?
On the customer review site Trustpilot, Electric Ireland has 490 customer reviews and an overall score of 1.5 out of five stars.
The majority of customers gave the supplier a negative review
The issues that were reported mainly pertain to problems with customer service and the high prices for their energy.
The worst energy provider on the market. Customer service can't help, they can't manage simple requests and I have had an awful experience. I wanted balance/equalised payments coming out the 1st of each month. Simple request? No! I have spent hours on calls talking to agents who can't help and it still isn't set up 4/5 months later.
What Are the Electric Ireland Reviews on Google Like?
The overall ranking for Electric Ireland on Google is 1.4 out of five stars, with opinions that are quite polarized.
People either rank the provider as excellent, or as horrible. Very few customers left a ranking in between the two most extreme options.
Again, most of the comments left speak about pricing and the company's customer service representatives.
If I could give no stars I would - awful customer service, we overpaid due to a fault on their side, and the money was taken out irrespective of being told several times there was a freeze on my account. Awful service, strongly strongly do not recommend electric Ireland, I will be moving as soon as I can.
How Can I Pay My Electric Ireland Bill?
Electric Ireland provides a variety of options for you to pay your electricity and gas bills. They are:
- Pay Online
Log in to your Electric Ireland account and pay directly online. - Direct Debit
You can sign up for direct debit billing via your Electric Ireland online account. Be sure to include your 9-digit Electric Ireland account number - By Post
Send a cheque payable to Electric Ireland to:
Electric Ireland
PO Box 323
Little Island
Cork - Payzone
You can pay your Electric Ireland bill at any Payzone shop. Be sure to bring a copy of your bill when making the payment. You can find your nearest Payzone shop by following the link.
How Do I Register for an Electric Ireland Login Account?
To register for your Electric Ireland login account, you will need to sign up online.
Go to the Electric Ireland website, click ‘My Login’ in the top menu bar, and then click ‘Don't have an online account? Sign up’. To create your account, you’ll need to have:
- Your Electric Ireland Account number
- The last six digits of your MPRN and or GPRN number.
- Your email address
- Your phone number
- Your date of birth
Your Electric Ireland login account allows you to manage your account entirely online without needing to call Electric Ireland up. Here’s a list of the main features you have with your Electric Ireland login:
- ⚡ Electric Ireland Login Features
- Pay your Electric Ireland bills online
- Set up Direct Debits
- Submit meter readings
- Get an Electric Ireland online billing discount (often grouped with a Direct Debit discount)
- Monitor your energy usage
- Track your solar panels
- Manage your Electric Ireland rewards
- Top up your SPAYG (Smarter PAYG) meter
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