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Do off-peak tariffs actually work out cheaper?
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It’s the octopus go tariff. I can’t really compare to my current usage as at the minute I’m washing, using dishwasher, etc during the day as I have solar panels without battery storage but if it was cheaper to be on the octopus go tariff then I’d time things for night time. But I am at home with the kids a few days per week so we do use lights, tv, cooker, etc during those days. I have a smart meter but no in house monitor as I wasn’t given one and when I’m still waiting after requesting one0
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Golden_Glow90 said:It’s the octopus go tariff.No, that isn't the 'Go' tariff, but it is close.On 'Go' right now you would be on 12p at night between 00:30-04:30 and the day rate will be around 44p, the prices changed recently. ( The 'Intelligent' tariff is 10p but different hours)Also you would need to have an EV to go onto that tariff, and without that sort of high load device, the odds are this isn't going to be a cheaper option for you...What do you use for heating?
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It’s literally the quote they gave me over the phone when I rang them this morning. They couldn’t offer me the intelligent one as I’m not eligible because my EV wasn’t on their list but they said I could have the go.MWT said:Golden_Glow90 said:It’s the octopus go tariff.No, that isn't the 'Go' tariff, but it is close.On 'Go' right now you would be on 12p at night between 00:30-04:30 and the day rate will be around 44p, the prices changed recently. ( The 'Intelligent' tariff is 10p but different hours)Also you would need to have an EV to go onto that tariff, and without that sort of high load device, the odds are this isn't going to be a cheaper option for you...What do you use for heating?0 -
dont forget then that you would still have your solar panels so wouldn't need to switch everything to the night rate to break even. though i guess your 'free' energy during the day would be less in winter anyway.Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you. Anne Lamott
It's amazing how those with a can-do attitude and willingness to 'pitch in and work' get all the luck, isn't it?
Please consider buying some pet food and giving it to your local food bank collection or animal charity. Animals aren't to blame for the cost of living crisis.0 -
Yeah that’s right. But I’m still not sure how to work out of it would be cheaper since the peak time rate is much higher. I guess if I had a monitor I could see my usage but I don’t have one so I only have my meter readingsariarnia said:dont forget then that you would still have your solar panels so wouldn't need to switch everything to the night rate to break even. though i guess your 'free' energy during the day would be less in winter anyway.0 -
Golden_Glow90 said:
It’s literally the quote they gave me over the phone when I rang them this morning. They couldn’t offer me the intelligent one as I’m not eligible because my EV wasn’t on their list but they said I could have the go.MWT said:Golden_Glow90 said:It’s the octopus go tariff.No, that isn't the 'Go' tariff, but it is close.On 'Go' right now you would be on 12p at night between 00:30-04:30 and the day rate will be around 44p, the prices changed recently. ( The 'Intelligent' tariff is 10p but different hours)Also you would need to have an EV to go onto that tariff, and without that sort of high load device, the odds are this isn't going to be a cheaper option for you...What do you use for heating?Have a look here and see what this gives you...With both the wrong times and the wrong rates, the CS person you were speaking to may not have been looking at the right information...How often do you charge your EV each week, and how much do you use each time? ... that will give you a good clue as to the suitability of the 'Go' tariff... (if not sure about the frequency, even your annual mileage would be a decent guide...)0 -
There are some apps you can use to view your usage.Golden_Glow90 said:
Yeah that’s right. But I’m still not sure how to work out of it would be cheaper since the peak time rate is much higher. I guess if I had a monitor I could see my usage but I don’t have one so I only have my meter readingsariarnia said:dont forget then that you would still have your solar panels so wouldn't need to switch everything to the night rate to break even. though i guess your 'free' energy during the day would be less in winter anyway.0 -
yeah. if you have an electric smart meter then the bright app is really good at showing what you are using every half hour. there's a delay so its better to look at it a day behind. but i dont know how the bright app would work with solar panels?Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you. Anne Lamott
It's amazing how those with a can-do attitude and willingness to 'pitch in and work' get all the luck, isn't it?
Please consider buying some pet food and giving it to your local food bank collection or animal charity. Animals aren't to blame for the cost of living crisis.0 -
I'm on a previous version of Go Faster at 5p/24p. I currently use 75-80% off-peak and average under 10p per kWh. The winter will be harder with less solar generation, but I'm saving hundreds.0
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