Electric Ireland
SSE Airtricity
Electric Ireland vs SSE Airtricity 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 | 1800 372 372 | 0818 81 22 20 |
How Do Electric Ireland and SSE Airtricity Compare?
Electric Ireland
SSE Airtricity
Rates: Electric Ireland vs SSE Airtricity
Electric Ireland currently offers 4 electricity plans and 1 gas plan, while SSE Airtricity has 4 electricity plans and 1 gas plan. The cheapest electricity unit rate from Electric Ireland starts at 14.99 c/kWh, compared to 19.24 c/kWh from SSE Airtricity. For gas, Electric Ireland starts at 8.33 c/kWh versus 8.35 c/kWh from SSE Airtricity. 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 Regular26.14 c/kWh €288.97/yr standing 
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Standard, 24hr Regular28.29 c/kWh €303.50/yr standing
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NightSaver Regular27.91 c/kWh €301.45/yr standing
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NightSaver Regular28.67 c/kWh €310.61/yr standing
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Smart Electricity Regular14.99 c/kWh €288.97/yr standing 
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Smart Electricity Regular19.24 c/kWh €303.50/yr standing
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Smart 24 Variable24.98 c/kWh €288.97/yr standing |
Smart Everyday Variable28.29 c/kWh €242.07/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 Regular8.33 c/kWh €143.08/yr standing
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Standard Gas Regular8.35 c/kWh €139.72/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: 24.29 c/kWh Elec standing: €230.06/yr Gas: 8.11 c/kWh Gas standing: €143.08/yr |
Standard Dual Fuel RegularElec: 28.29 c/kWh Elec standing: €241.78/yr Gas: 8.35 c/kWh Gas standing: €139.72/yr |
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Smart Dual Fuel SmartDualElec: 13.57 c/kWh Elec standing: €288.97/yr Gas: 7.79 c/kWh Gas standing: €137.35/yr |
Smart Dual Day Night Peak SmartDualElec: 33.54 c/kWh Elec standing: €303.86/yr Gas: 8.35 c/kWh Gas standing: €139.72/yr |
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Smart Dual 24 SmartDualElec: 23.73 c/kWh Elec standing: €288.97/yr Gas: 7.90 c/kWh Gas standing: €137.35/yr |
Smart Dual Everyday SmartDualElec: 28.29 c/kWh Elec standing: €303.86/yr Gas: 8.35 c/kWh Gas standing: €139.72/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 |
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Unit rates excl. VAT, incl. discounts. Annual costs incl. 9% VAT & all charges.
Is Electric Ireland or SSE Airtricity better?
When it comes to plan variety, Electric Ireland offers 5 domestic plans, while SSE Airtricity offers 5 domestic plans.
In terms of customer satisfaction, Electric Ireland has a weighted rating of 1.5/5, compared to SSE Airtricity at 3.9/5.
Electric Ireland supplies Electricity, Gas, Dual fuel, while SSE Airtricity supplies Electricity, Gas, Dual fuel.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Electric Ireland vs SSE Airtricity
For electricity, Electric Ireland is cheaper with a lowest unit rate of 14.99 c/kWh, compared to 19.24 c/kWh from SSE Airtricity. For gas, Electric Ireland is cheaper at 8.33 c/kWh versus 8.35 c/kWh from SSE Airtricity. 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 SSE Airtricity and your new supplier will handle the rest, including notifying Electric Ireland.
Electric Ireland has a weighted customer rating of 1.5/5, while SSE Airtricity scores 3.9/5. Read detailed reviews on our Electric Ireland reviews and SSE Airtricity reviews pages.
Electric Ireland supplies Electricity, Gas, Dual fuel, while SSE Airtricity 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.