UK ENERGY RIP-OFF DETECTOR

    Is your energy supplier ripping you off?

    Enter 4 details. In 30 seconds we'll show how much you're overpaying and the 3 cheapest alternatives in the UK right now.

    Based on UK household data

    Ofgem TDCV usage assumptions

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    Estimates are indicative

    For guidance — not financial advice

    Estimates use Ofgem typical-use figures. See our methodology.

    How the Rip-off Detector works

    1

    Tell us about your home

    Monthly bill, house size, occupants and postcode.

    2

    We compare to UK fair-cost data

    Using Ofgem typical-use figures for your home profile.

    3

    See savings + top 3 deals

    Your overpayment in £/year and the cheapest live tariffs.

    Estimates are indicative and for guidance only. Actual costs depend on tariff, region and usage. See our methodology.

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    Independent PowerGuardian scores out of 100 for relevant suppliers, as at 14 September 2026.

    British Gas

    55/100

    The UK's largest supplier remains financially rock-solid but service and complaint metrics continue to lag the market, with smart-meter billing delays a recurring theme.

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    EDF Energy

    73/100

    EDF is a steady, financially robust supplier with mid-table service and fair fixed-tariff renewals. Few surprises in either direction.

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    92/100

    Octopus continues to lead the UK market on customer service and complaint handling, backed by genuinely competitive smart tariffs and strong financial backing. The clear front-runner on our intelligence dashboard.

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