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PrepayPower's standard PAYG unit rate for an Urban 24-hour meter is 33.62c/kWh, including VAT. For a Nightsaver meter, the rates are a Day Rate of 37.22c/kWh and a Night Rate of 18.38c/kWh. If you have a Smart Meter, the Time-of-Use rates are a Day Rate of 41.79c/kWh, a Night Rate of 37.19c/kWh, and a discounted Peak Rate of 19.28c/kWh. All PrepayPower electricity plans also include standing charges and an annual PAYG service charge. If you are looking to switch electricity providers, you can call Selectra for free on 📞 (01) 913 1771.
PrepayPower offers various unit rates depending on your meter type and your location (Urban or Rural).
Prices for rural meters are typically the same unit rate but carry a higher standing charge due to network costs.
Nightsaver PAYG Tariffs: For those with Nightsaver meters, PrepayPower offers a dual-rate structure, with a significantly cheaper night rate:
This plan is beneficial if you can shift appliance use (like washing machines or dishwashers) to off-peak night hours.
Smart Meter Plans (Time-of-Use Tariffs): PrepayPower's smart meter plans use a three-rate structure, with the cheapest rate being the Peak Rate.
To benefit most, you should shift energy usage (such as charging an EV or running a dishwasher) to the night and peak slots.
| Plan Type / Meter Type | Time of Use | Unit Rate (c/kWh) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard PAYG | 24hr | 33.62 |
| Nightsaver PAYG | Day | 37.22 |
| Night | 18.38 | |
| Smart Meter (ToU) | Day | 41.79 |
| Night | 37.19 | |
| Peak (5 PM - 7 PM) | 19.28 |
Prices include VAT. Last updated: October 2025
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The standing charge is a fixed daily fee that covers the costs of providing electricity to your home, such as network maintenance and administrative costs.
This charge is applied regardless of your electricity consumption and varies significantly between Urban and Rural areas.
| Meter Type | Location | Annual Standing Charge (€) | Daily Standing Charge (€) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard PAYG (24hr) | Urban | 343.62 | 0.9414 |
| Standard PAYG (24hr) | Rural | 449.06 | 1.2303 |
| Nightsaver PAYG | Urban | 457.54 | 1.2535 |
| Nightsaver PAYG | Rural | 541.47 | 1.4835 |
| Smart Meter (ToU) | Urban | 343.62 | 0.9414 |
| Smart Meter (ToU) | Rural | 449.06 | 1.2303 |
Prices include VAT. EABs are based on CRU-defined annual consumption of 4,200 kWh. Last updated: October 2025
What is the Prepayment Service Charge?
In addition to the unit rate and standing charge, PrepayPower charges a Prepayment Service Charge. This annual fee is €131.65 for traditional meters and €164.86 for smart meters (including VAT) to cover the costs of maintaining the Pay-As-You-Go metering infrastructure and service.
The convenience and control of PrepayPower's system come from easy account management features designed to ensure you rarely run out of supply.
PrepayPower offers multiple convenient ways to add credit to your account:
A core benefit of a Pay-As-You-Go meter is the safety net provided by credit facilities:
When comparing electricity prices across Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) providers, you must consider three main components: the unit rate, the standing charge, and the prepayment service charge.
| Provider | Unit Rate (c/kWh) | Annual Standing Charge (€) | Annual Prepayment Service Charge (€) | Key Notes | Est. Annual Cost (EAB - €) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PrepayPower | 33.62 | 343.62 | 131.65 | Lowest unit rate among the three, but has the highest standing charge for standard Urban 24hr meters. | 1,894.48 |
| Electric Ireland | 34.74 | 250.77 | 131.45 | Mid-range unit rate but often the most competitive standing charge. | 1,890.34 |
| Pinergy | 40.69 | 283.47 | 163.12 | Higher unit rate and notably higher prepayment service charge for a classic meter. | 2,156.97 |
Prices include VAT. Last updated: October 2025. The Estimated Annual Cost (EAB) is based on the CRU-defined annual consumption of 4,200 kWh for a standard 24hr meter and includes the annual PSO Levy of €26.29 (inc. VAT).
Your total electricity cost includes charges mandated by the government and network operators:
Are There Exit Fees?
PrepayPower applies a termination fee if you end your contract before the end of the minimum initial period (typically 12 months). This fee is a maximum of €50.
PrepayPower also offers competitive rates for customers generating their own electricity through solar panels or other renewable sources.
PrepayPower's Microgeneration Clean Export Guarantee (CEG) tariff is 15.89c/kWh (including VAT) for every unit of excess electricity you export.
Payments are typically applied as a credit (a top-up) to your PrepayPower account twice a year (biannually).
Below, you will find a table outlining the Irish electricity supplier's current microgeneration rates:
| Supplier | Microgeneration Rate | Payment |
|---|---|---|
| PrepayPower | 15.89c per kWh | Bi-annual credit |
| Pinergy | 25.0c per kWh | Monthly credit |
| Energia | 20.0c per kWh | Credit as per billing cycle |
| Flogas | 20.0c per kWh | Bi-monthly credit |
| Electric Ireland | 19.5c per kWh | Credit as per billing cycle |
| SSE Airtricity | 19.5c pe kWh | Credit 4 times per year |
| Bord Gais | 18.5c per kWh | Credit 4 times per year |
| Yuno Energy | 15.89c per kWh | Bi-annual credit |
Rates include VAT. Last updated: October 2025.
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