To help compare the two providers, we've summed up what plans are on offer from each provider and provided a side-by-side comparison of their cheapest plans in the four major states they both operate in.
At the time of writing, here's how the two provider compared to each other:
| AGL | Energy Australia | |
|---|---|---|
 Incentives | Flybuys, bill credits | Discounted plan fees |
 GreenPower options | 3 | 3 |
 Green Rating | 3.5 stars | 3 stars |
 Price | AGL is cheaper in 1 out of the 3 states we reviewed, excluding SA where the cheapest plans are at the same price. | Energy Australia is cheaper in 2 out of the 3 states we reviewed, excluding SA where the cheapest plans are identically priced. |
Last checked April 2021
The list below shows the plans for each provider.
In NSW, AGL's and EnergyAustralia's electricity plans are priced about the same.
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In VIC, AGL's electricity plans are cheaper than EnergyAustralia's.
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In QLD, AGL is cheaper than EnergyAustralia.
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In SA, AGL's electricity plans are cheaper than EnergyAustralia.
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Only EnergyAustralia offers power plans in the ACT.
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Both AGL and Energy Australia offer their full suite of plans in every state, and NSW is no exception. AGL customers can pick between two plans, while Energy Australia customers have a choice of three (though one is just a standing offer plan).
In Victoria, much like New South Wales, there are several plans available to customers of both retailers. Energy Australia only allows direct debit in Victoria, while AGL’s plans have more flexible billing options.
Here, the discounts offered by both providers when compared to the reference price shrink considerably. The range of savings between the plans is not as large as the range in other states.
In South Australia, the difference between Energy Australia’s plans is minimal in terms of usage rates and discounts. AGL offers a wider spread but less bill credit than in other states.
When you’re comparing these two providers, a noticeable point of difference is that AGL offers multiple different sign-up incentives in the form of bill credit and flybuys points, while Energy Australia doesn’t. It’s also worth noting that the "guaranteed discounts" on Energy Australia’s flagship Total Plan are a little misleading – Total Plan’s guaranteed discount just brings its inflated usage and supply rates in line with the No Frills offering for the first 12 months.
When it comes to the environment, both Energy Australia and AGL offer certified renewable GreenPower in 10%, 20% and 100% increments. On top of this, Energy Australia offers customers a 100% carbon neutral offset option once they’ve had their plan for 6 months. Both companies help their customers manage their power use and bills via apps (the AGL app and the EnergyAust app).
While plans vary depending on where you live, AGL wins considering the prices on plans.
Important notes: The estimated price we show by default is based on a single rate tariff. On your bill this might be known as a 'peak tariff', 'peak only' or an 'anytime tariff'. There are other tariff types available to customers and you may need to contact your provider if you are on these tariffs:
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