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Having compared both providers across all tariff types, Selectra found that Electric Ireland is cheaper than SSE Airtricity. When comparing online reviews and customer experiences, SSE Airtricity has received better reviews than Electric Ireland with an average score of 3.71 / 5. Compare Electric Ireland and SSE Airtricity, their rates and reviews at Selectra and find out which energy supplier is better!
The table below compares the main features of Electric Ireland and SSE Airtricity
| Supplier | Electric Ireland | SSE Airtricity |
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| Offers | Electricity and Gas | Electricity and Gas |
| Cheapest Electricity Rate (24hr meter)* |
114.41€ per month 1,372.97€ per year |
119.03€ per month 1,428.32€ per year |
| Cheapest Electricity Rate (smart meter)* |
107.46€ per month 1,289.55€ per year |
123.04€ per month 1,476.48€ per year |
| Cheapest Electricity Rate (day/night meter)* |
113.23€ per month 1,358.78€ per year |
112.41€ per month 1,348.96€ per year |
| Cheapest Gas Rate* |
120.64€ per month 1,447.68€ per year |
110.59€ per month 1,327.02€ per year |
| Cheapest Dual Fuel Rate* |
226.72€ per month 2,720.61€ per year |
230.34€ per month 2,764.14€ per year |
| Average Review** | There is no known rating for Electric Ireland. | There is no known rating for SSE Airtricity. |
*The monthly and annual costs are calculated based on an average consumption of 4.200 kWh for a single meter, a consumption of 2.520 (day), 420 (peak) and 1.260 (night) kWh for a smart meter, and a consumption of 2.500 (day) and 1.680 (night) kWh for a night meter.
For gas, the monthly and annual costs are calculated based on an average consumption of 11.000 kWh. For dual fuel offers, the monthly and annual costs are calculated based on an average consumption of 4.200 kWh for electricity and 11.000 kWh for gas.
**The average review rating is calculated based on reviews from Selectra, Trustpilot and Google (when available).
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When comparing energy suppliers, it is important to take several aspects into account.
While of course, it is important to know how much is charged for a kWh of electricity or gas, but it is also recommended to look at other additional costs and services including:
Selectra's Advice
Choosing between Electric Ireland and SSE Airtricity depends on your personal preferences with both suppliers being well-known in Ireland. Selectra recommends to always compare providers rates along with the other factors mentioned above to make sure you are getting the best price.
Compare all electricity and gas offers from Electric Ireland and SSE Airtricity in the overview below.
Compare the electricity rates for Electric Ireland and SSE Airtricity in the overview below. Prices are calculated based on the kWh prices for a 24hr meter.
| Offer | Monthly & Annual price | Offer details | Score |
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 Standard, 24hr |
114.41€ per month 1372.97€ per year |
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 Standard, 24hr |
119.03€ per month 1428.32€ per year |
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The monthly and annual costs are calculated based on an annual average consumption of 4.200 kWh.
Read more about the Selectra Score.
Compare the electricity rates for Electric Ireland and SSE Airtricity in the overview below. Prices are calculated based on the kWh prices for a smart meter.
| Offer | Monthly & Annual price | Offer details | Score |
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Smart Electricity |
107.46€ per month 1289.55€ per year |
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Smart Electricity |
123.04€ per month 1476.48€ per year |
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The monthly and annual costs are calculated based on an average consumption of 2.520 kWh (day), 420 kWh (peak) and 1.260 kWh (night).
Read more about the Selectra Score.
Compare day/night electricity rates for Electric Ireland and SSE Airtricity in the overview below. Prices are calculated based on the kWh prices for a day/night meter.
| Offer | Monthly & Annual price | Offer details | Score |
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NightSaver |
112.41€ per month 1348.96€ per year |
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NightSaver |
113.23€ per month 1358.78€ per year |
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The monthly and annual costs are calculated based on an average consumption of 2.500 kWh (day) and 1.680 kWh (night).
Read more about the Selectra Score.
Comapare gas rates for Electric Ireland and SSE Airtricity in the overview below.
| Offer | Monthly & Annual price | Offer details | Score |
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Standard Gas |
110.59€ per month 1327.02€ per year |
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Standard Gas |
120.64€ per month 1447.68€ per year |
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The monthly and annual costs are calculated based on an average consumption of 11.000 kWh.
Read more about the Selectra Score.
Compare dual fuel rates for Electric Ireland and SSE Airtricity in the overview below.
| Offer | Monthly & Annual price | Offer details | Score |
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Standard Dual Fuel |
226.72€ per month 2720.61€ per year |
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Standard Dual Fuel |
230.34€ per month 2764.14€ per year |
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The monthly and annual costs are calculated based on an average consumption of 4.200 kWh for electricity and 11.000 kWh for gas.
Read more about the Selectra Score.
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There are various online platforms where customers can leave reviews about their energy suppliers.
Below you'll find an overview of customer reviews for Electric Ireland and SSE Airtricity.
Reviews for Electric Ireland
The average score that Electric Ireland has received from customers is 1.45/ 5 (based on 1064 reviews on 2 platforms).
Trustpilot
Reviews for SSE Airtricity
The average score that SSE Airtricity has received from customers is 3.71/ 5 (based on 1566 reviews on 2 platforms).
Trustpilot
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