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Cheap Energy Club quote question.

I presently have a fixed tariff with EON which expires in September. As I normally do when my electricity tariff is due to expire, I turn to Cheap Energy Club to for tips about cheaper tariffs. This time I have been advised this tariff would save me the most money - M&S Energy - M&S 12M Fixed March 2020 v2
I'm told based on my estimated annual usage (907 kwh per annum), my annual charge will be £161, and the saving on my current tariff (EON Fix Online Exclusive v7) will be £41 (including cashback).
Unless I'm missing something this seems incorrect. 
Getting an estimate on the actual M&S website with virtually the same kWh and standing charge prices provides these amounts.......
Unit rate 15.2145p per kWh X 907 kWh
actual usage = £138.00

Standing charge 19.8555p per day X 365 days

= £72.47

Total = £210.47

Just providing this and wondering if there is something I've overlooked, or does it look as if CEC have got their figures wrong on this occasion?

Thank you.

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  • Gerry1
    Gerry1 Posts: 10,681 Forumite
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    Both the kWh rate and the standing charge are ridiculously expensive.
  • Petriix
    Petriix Posts: 2,261 Forumite
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    What region are you in? I can't believe that's the best deal for your usage.
  • Petriix said:
    What region are you in? I can't believe that's the best deal for your usage.
    In the Greater Manchester region. At the moment I'm thinking I may switch to Octopus based on advice from another member on here.
  • Robin9
    Robin9 Posts: 12,515 Forumite
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    OP I think you will find the £161  is net of cashback

    PS M&S is Octopus
    Never pay on an estimated bill. Always read and understand your bill
  • Petriix
    Petriix Posts: 2,261 Forumite
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    Outfox the Market are much cheaper for your low usage.
  • Petriix said:
    Outfox the Market are much cheaper for your low usage.
    Yes, but Cheap Energy Club warn against switching to them.
  • Petriix
    Petriix Posts: 2,261 Forumite
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    The CEC rating hasn't been updated for some time. OTM made a massive error of judgement by increasing people's direct debit payments around 18 months ago. I believe they've changed their practices since. I've been with them for a couple of months and all has been fine so far. Otherwise I recommend my previous supplier Green.energy.
  • is look after my bills worth dealing with ?
  • Talldave
    Talldave Posts: 2,002 Forumite
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    is look after my bills worth dealing with ?
    If you're the sort of person that hands your bank details over to a total stranger and asks them to do your shopping for you - possibly. 

    If you want to use the best value energy suppliers for your consumption profile, no.
  • Gerry1
    Gerry1 Posts: 10,681 Forumite
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    is look after my bills worth dealing with ?
    Ask your butler and chauffeur.
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