AGL energy plans and review

Our verdict: AGL plans are on the more expensive side in most states. However, if you value customer support and an easy to use app it could be right for you.

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AGL review

AGL is one of Australia's 3 largest electricity and gas retailers. While its plans tend to offer a bit more in the way of features and rewards, they also come at a slightly more premium price in .

The good news is there are monthly billing options to help manage the cost of your plan as well as no lock-in contract.

Pros

  • Access to a range of discounts with AGL Rewards - just by signing up
  • Mobile app to track usage and manage your plan
  • Live chat support available
  • Options to bundle your energy and internet plans. This can save up to $35 a month for the first 6 months

Cons

  • Rated poorly for environmental friendliness
  • Credit card fees apply
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Compare electricity plans from AGL

In late November 2023, AGL introduced a new electricity plan called AGL Netflix plan. The plan gives you free Netflix with ads ($6.99 per month). Alternatively if you want to have a higher Netflix tier you can do that too, but will still only receive a $6.99 per month discount.

Name Plan features Reference price Typical annual cost
AGL - Residential Value Saver
Basic Plan Information | (AGL698042MRE13@EME)
AGL logo
Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Reference price
12% less
than reference price
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$1,600/year
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AGL - Residential Seniors Saver
Basic Plan Information | (AGL710804MRE11@EME)
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Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Reference price
12% less
than reference price
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$1,600/year
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AGL - Residential Netflix Plan
Basic Plan Information | (AGL686232MRE16@EME)
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Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Reference price
10% less
than reference price
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$1,620/year
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The annual estimated electricity prices are based on a residential customer on the Ausgrid network who consumes 3,900kWh yearly on a single rate tariff. Your actual bill may vary depending on your consumption.
Name Plan features Reference price Typical annual cost
AGL - Residential Seniors Saver
Energy Fact Sheet | (AGD603272MR@VEC)
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Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Reference price
11% less than
Victorian Default Offer
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$1,290/year
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AGL - Residential Value Saver
Energy Fact Sheet | (AGD603281MR@VEC)
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Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Reference price
11% less than
Victorian Default Offer
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$1,290/year
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AGL - Residential Netflix Plan
(AGD603384MR@VEC)
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Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Reference price
10% less than
Victorian Default Offer
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$1,310/year
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The annual estimated electricity prices are based on a residential customer on the Citipower network who consumes 4000kWh yearly on a single rate tariff. Your actual bill may vary depending on your consumption.
Name Plan features Reference price Typical annual cost
AGL - Residential Value Saver
Basic Plan Information | (AGL698027MRE10@EME)
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Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Reference price
4% less
than reference price
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$1,970/year
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AGL - Residential Seniors Saver
Basic Plan Information | (AGL360479MRE28@EME)
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Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Reference price
4% less
than reference price
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$1,970/year
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AGL - Residential Netflix Plan
Basic Plan Information | (AGL686221MRE12@EME)
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Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Reference price
3% less
than reference price
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$2,000/year
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The annual estimated electricity prices are based on a residential customer on the Energex network who consumes 4,600kWh yearly on a single rate tariff. Your actual bill may vary depending on your consumption.
Name Plan features Reference price Typical annual cost
AGL - Residential Value Saver
Basic Plan Information | (AGL827770MRE1@EME)
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Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Reference price
6% less
than reference price
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$2,080/year
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AGL - Residential Seniors Saver
Basic Plan Information | (AGL360507MRE27@EME)
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Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Reference price
6% less
than reference price
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$2,080/year
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AGL - Residential Netflix Plan
Basic Plan Information | (AGL686234MRE14@EME)
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Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Reference price
5% less
than reference price
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$2,110/year
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The annual estimated electricity prices are based on a residential customer on the SA Power Network who consumes 4,000kWh yearly on a single rate tariff. Your actual bill may vary depending on your consumption.

Compare gas plans from AGL

Name Plan features Charges Typical annual cost
AGL - Residential Seniors Saver
Basic Plan Information | (AGL710787MRG9@EME)
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Single rate tariff
Pricing
Supply: 72.48c/day
Usage: 2.69 - 4.76c/MJ
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$1,000/year
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AGL - Residential Value Saver
Basic Plan Information | (AGL359240MRG21@EME)
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Single rate tariff
Pricing
Supply: 72.48c/day
Usage: 2.69 - 4.76c/MJ
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$1,000/year
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The annual estimated gas prices are based on a residential customer on the Jemena network who consumes 18542MJ yearly on a single rate tariff. Your actual bill may vary depending on your consumption.
Name Plan features Charges Typical annual cost
AGL - Residential Seniors Saver
Energy Fact Sheet | (AGD596837MR@VEC)
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Single rate tariff
Pricing
Supply: 86.02c/day
Usage: 2.77 - 4.31c/MJ
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$910/year
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AGL - Residential Value Saver
Energy Fact Sheet | (AGD596849MR@VEC)
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Single rate tariff
Pricing
Supply: 86.02c/day
Usage: 2.77 - 4.31c/MJ
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$910/year
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The annual estimated gas prices are based on a residential customer on the Australian Gas Networks network who consumes 46000MJ yearly on a single rate tariff. Your actual bill may vary depending on your consumption.
Name Plan features Charges Typical annual cost
AGL - Residential Seniors Saver
Basic Plan Information | (AGL360490MRG22@EME)
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Single rate tariff
Pricing
Supply: 123.18c/day
Usage: 3.88c/MJ
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$770/year
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AGL - Residential Value Saver
Basic Plan Information | (AGL547758MRG17@EME)
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Single rate tariff
Pricing
Supply: 123.18c/day
Usage: 3.88c/MJ
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$770/year
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The annual estimated gas prices are based on a residential customer on the Allgas Energy network who consumes 8000MJ yearly on a single rate tariff. Your actual bill may vary depending on your consumption.
Name Plan features Charges Typical annual cost
AGL - Residential Value Saver
Basic Plan Information | (AGL827773MRG1@EME)
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Single rate tariff
Pricing
Supply: 90.13c/day
Usage: 2.91 - 5.13c/MJ
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$1,050/year
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AGL - Residential Seniors Saver
Basic Plan Information | (AGL360499MRG21@EME)
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Single rate tariff
Pricing
Supply: 90.13c/day
Usage: 2.91 - 5.13c/MJ
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$1,050/year
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The annual estimated gas prices are based on a residential customer on the Australian Gas network who consumes 14000MJ yearly on a single rate tariff. Your actual bill may vary depending on your consumption.
Product AUFEG-PRO Details Gas Price (annual estimate) Description Apply

$812
AGL Senior Plus
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$812
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The annual estimated gas prices are based on a residential customer on the ATCO network who consumes 4015MJ yearly on a single rate tariff. Your actual bill may vary depending on your consumption.

Can I bundle gas, electricity and internet with AGL?

Yes, you have the option of bundling your AGL electricity and gas bills with AGL internet and mobile.

AGL Internet

Save with $35/month off for the first 6 months then $15/month ongoing when you also sign up for an AGL energy plan.

Plan nameNBN speed tierStandard monthly priceDiscount price (first 6 months)Ongoing discount price
Home StandardNBN 50$94N/A$79
Home FastNBN 100$104$69$89
Home SuperfastNBN 250$114$89$99
Home UltrafastNBN 1000$124$99$109

AGL Mobile

You can save big on an AGL mobile plan with up to $20/mth off select plan fees for the first 6 months. Then $10/mth off ongoing.

PlanDataStandard monthly priceDiscount price (first 6 months)Ongoing discount price
5G Small60GB$35$15$25
5G Medium80GB$40$20$30
5G Large160GB$50N/A$40

Does AGL offer a seniors plan?

AGL is one of the only energy providers on Finder that offers a specific plan for seniors.

Its Senior Saver plan is available to new and existing AGL customers in NSW, QLD, VIC and WA. To access the offer, you must:

  • Have a valid Seniors Card and add your number to your account.
  • Be the primary account holder.
  • Learn more: Depending on your state you may be eligible for a seniors energy rebate or concession.

AGL offers

Deal

Get up to $150 sign up credit on AGL Senior Plan

Sign up to any AGL Senior electricity or gas plan and get up to as much as $150 credit. Available to residents in NSW, VIC, SA and QLD. T&Cs apply.
Deal

Get up to $100 sign up credit on selected AGL plans

New and moving residential customers can get up to $100 credit on selected energy plans on their first bill. Sign-up bonus for NSW, VIC, SA and QLD residents only. T&Cs apply.

What do Australians think of AGL solar energy provider?

  • 3.59/5 overall for Customer Satisfaction — lower than the average of 4, and this was the lowest score in the category
  • 4.01/5 for Trust — lower than the average of 4.3, and this was the lowest score in the category
  • 3.6/5 for Customer Service — lower than the average of 4.03, and this was the lowest score in the category

Based on AGL solar energy provider scores in Finder's 2024 Customer Satisfaction Awards.

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Rewards and Features

Rewards and features

🎁 AGL Rewards

AGL's rewards program offers everyday savings across a range of brands.

Some of those brands include:

💰 Bundling discount

You can save on your other utility bills with discounts for signing up with AGL.

  • Internet. Get up to $35 per month off for the first 6 months.
  • Mobile. Get up to $20/mth off plan fees for the first 6 months then $10/month off ongoing.

Customer Service

Customer service

Social Media
App to manage your plan
Live chat
Live chat available
Payment assistance
Financial support available

How do I get in touch with AGL?

AGL has multiple options available if you need to get in touch:

  • Phone and live chat support between 8am and 8pm (AEDT).
  • Message via the app or from My Account.
  • Direct message AGL on social media via Facebook and Twitter between 8am and 4pm (AEDT) on weekdays.

Customer satisfaction

As of 5 November 2024, AGL has scored 3.5 out of 5 stars on Finder from 106 customer reviews.

As of the same date its review scores on other sites are:

  • Finder. 3.5/5 stars (106 reviews)
  • Product review. 1.3/5 stars (2,494 reviews)
  • Trustpilot. 3.2/5 stars (3,349 reviews)
  • Keep in mind: These reviews are subjective and may not reflect your experience. Use reviews to inform your research when choosing a new plan.

Solar Energy

Solar energy

How much does AGL pay for solar feed-in tariff?

If you've got solar power then you'll want to check out AGL's solar plans.

See the solar feed-in tariff available in each state:

Name Feed-in tariff Reference price Typical annual cost
AGL - Residential Solar Savers
Basic Plan Information | (AGL698023MRE13@EME)
AGL logo
Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Feed-in tariff
up to 10c/kWh
for first 10 kWh per day
then from 5 - 10c/kWh thereafter
Reference price
8% less
than reference price
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$1,670/year
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Name Feed-in tariff Reference price Typical annual cost
AGL - Residential Solar Savers
(AGD568437MR@VEC)
AGL logo
Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Feed-in tariff
from 3.3c/kWh
Reference price
7% less than
Victorian Default Offer
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$1,540/year
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Name Feed-in tariff Reference price Typical annual cost
AGL - Residential Solar Savers
Basic Plan Information | (AGL698024MRE11@EME)
AGL logo
Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Feed-in tariff
up to 10c/kWh
for first 10 kWh per day
then from 4 - 10c/kWh thereafter
Reference price
1% less
than reference price
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$2,030/year
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Name Feed-in tariff Reference price Typical annual cost
AGL - Residential Solar Savers
Basic Plan Information | (AGL15407MRE41@EME)
AGL logo
Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available
Feed-in tariff
up to 10c/kWh
for first 10 kWh per day
then from 4 - 10c/kWh thereafter
Reference price
3% less
than reference price
Estimated cost/year (typical usage)
$2,150/year
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Good to know

  • AGL offers a solar feed-in tariff of 5c/kWh on its non-solar plans except in VIC where it's 5.2c/kWh.
  • AGL sells solar batteries and solar battery and system bundles if you don't have solar yet.

Green Energy

Green energy

Is AGL environmentally friendly?

Green Electricity Guide Rating: 1.2/10

Greenpeace's Green Electricity Guide consider AGL the least green energy provider.

It's Australia's biggest climate polluter and plans to burn coal until 2035 in addition to mining coal.

Despite this, AGL does participate in green initiatives. For example, you can purchase accredited GreenPower on all its plans. This allows AGL to send renewable energy back to the grid on your behalf.

You can choose equal to 20% or 100% of your household electricity consumption from renewable sources at the following rates:

Percentage of GreenPowerCostCost per quarter
20% of GreenPower$1 per week$12
100% of GreenPower4.4 cents per kWh$55

Ready to sign up with AGL?

If you'd like to sign up to AGL's plans, click the green button. This will take you to AGL's website where you can enter your details and sign up.

  • Once you've made your request, AGL will take care of everything in the background. The switching process should be done in 2 business days. You'll be connected to power the whole time.

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    TheodoreJuly 12, 2017

    Please advise your solar credit rate (buy back).

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      RenchJuly 15, 2017Finder

      Hi Theodore,

      Thanks for your inquiry. Please note that we are not affiliated with AGL or any company we feature on our site and so we can only offer you general advice.

      AGL have different Solar features and discount offers for each state in Australia. You may click on each state on this page to have a look at the details.

      Please contact AGL directly for further inquiries.

      Cheers,
      Rench

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