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Compare business electricity prices | September 2025
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Compare business electricity prices and rates
Business electricity prices vary significantly between suppliers. Comparing deals gives you the power to lock in a better rate and reduce your overall energy spend.
Here’s why it pays to compare:
Save money
Business energy renewal quotes are rarely the cheapest option. Comparing rates helps you avoid inflated prices and find a lower-cost tariff tailored to your usage.
Save time
Our experts do the hard work for you. Instead of chasing multiple suppliers, you’ll receive tailored quotes in one place, so you can focus on running your business.
It’s free
There’s no charge to use our comparison service. We’ll help you switch suppliers, secure better rates, and handle the paperwork, all for free.
How to compare business electricity prices online
Save time, money, and hassle with our expert comparison service. We make switching simple, with no stress, no hidden fees, and no obligation.
Just follow three quick steps:
Enter your postcode
Start by entering your business postcode in the form above. We’ll collect a few details about your business property and business energy consumption to get accurate quotes.
Review your quotes
Our experts will search the market and provide you with tailored prices from trusted business electricity suppliers, typically within minutes.
Switch and save
Pick the quote that works for you, and we’ll manage the business energy switch on your behalf. No downtime, no paperwork, just cheaper bills.
Why choose us to compare business electricity prices
When it comes to finding the best business electricity rates, we make the process straightforward and stress-free. With our expert support and trusted suppliers, we ensure your business gets a deal that works for you. Here’s why businesses choose us:
Trusted suppliers
We work with a wide range of trusted UK-based business electricity suppliers, giving you access to competitive rates from reputable suppliers.
Expert support
Our team of business energy experts are here to guide you through every step, from comparing quotes to switching suppliers, ensuring a seamless experience.
Tailored quotes
We provide customised electricity quotes designed to fit your business’s unique needs and budget, helping you save money while maintaining excellent service quality.
What to look for when you compare business electricity rates
Comparing business electricity rates isn’t just about finding the lowest price. We work with a trusted panel of suppliers to offer a range of deals that suit different needs and usage types.
Here are the key things to consider before locking in a contract:
Customer reviews
Select a business electricity supplier that provides excellent customer service. Check out our latest rankings of the best business energy suppliers.
Green credentials
Consider how your supplier contributes to the decarbonisation of the national grid through investments in green business energy projects such as wind or solar power.
Additional services
The best business electricity suppliers offer more than just power. Some provide a free business energy audit or access to business energy monitoring analytics online.
Contract length
Business electricity quotes are offered between 1 and 3 years. Early termination fees for commercial electricity are expensive, so consider the ideal contract term for your business.
Payment terms
Business electricity suppliers offer various payment options. Some may require upfront payment, while others offer monthly billing settled by direct debit only.
Expected Annual Cost
Expected Annual Cost is the most reliable way to compare quotes from electricity suppliers. This metric accounts for your consumption to estimate your annual business electricity bills.
Compare current business electricity prices
Our experts have compiled the table below, which shows you the average one-year fixed business electricity rates currently available.
| Size | Annual Consumption kWh | 1 Year fixed elec rate p/kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 10,000 to 50,000 | 23.9 |
| Medium | 50,000 to 100,000 | 21.9 |
| Large | 100,000 + | 21.7 |
💡 These rates offer a snapshot of average business electricity prices and current market conditions and do not represent live electricity prices. Business electricity rates change daily and depend on your location, electricity consumption and daily market fluctuations.
Use our business electricity comparison tool above to request business electricity quotes tailored to your business.
What’s included when you compare business electricity quotes?
Business electricity prices aren’t just about the unit rate. A full quote includes several components that impact your total cost, from meter type to capacity charges and network fees.
Here’s what to expect when reviewing your business electricity quote:
Unit rates
The unit rate is the price per kWh of electricity used, based on your meter readings. Most businesses pay between 20p and 30p per kWh. For more details, visit our guide to business electricity prices per kWh.
Standing charges
Your quote will likely include a business electricity standing charge, a fixed daily fee covering your business electricity connection, and the lease of your business electricity meter.
Taxes and levies
Most businesses pay 20% VAT on business energy plus the climate change levy (CCL) However, if your annual usage is below 12,000 kWh, you may qualify for reduced VAT and CCL exemption.
Capacity charges
If your business uses a half-hourly meter, you’ll see monthly charges related to your agreed Maximum Import Capacity. Learn more in our guide to calculating capacity charges.
Distribution costs
For larger businesses, pass-through tariffs incur additional distribution costs. These include TNUoS, DUoS, and BSUoS charges, which reflect the cost of delivering electricity to your premises.
Compare business electricity tariffs
When comparing business electricity, choosing the right tariff can help you control costs and manage your power usage effectively. Here are the three most popular tariffs selected through our business electricity comparison service:
Fixed tariff
Suppliers often offer their most competitive rates as fixed tariffs to attract new customers. A fixed business electricity tariff provides a fixed unit rate for one to three years, offering financial certainty.
Read more in our detailed guide to fixed business energy contracts.
Green tariff
Green tariffs guarantee that electricity is generated from renewable sources such as UK wind farms or low-carbon sources like nuclear power stations.
Read more in our guide to how green energy tariffs are delivered.
Time-of-use tariffs
Multi-rate business energy meters provide cheaper electricity rates during off-peak periods specified in your tariff.
Your property must have an Economy 7/10 tariff, a smart business energy meter, or a half-hourly meter to benefit from this type of tariff.
Business Electricity Comparison FAQs
Here is a breakdown of frequently asked questions by people looking to compare business electricity.
Can I compare business electricity on a variable tariff?
Yes, variable business electricity tariffs typically have no fixed end date, and you can switch suppliers anytime.
To compare business electricity prices on a variable tariff, simply select “I’m out-of-contract” on our smart comparison form. Our business electricity experts will then provide a comparison report of quotes offering an ‘as soon as possible’ switch.
What do I need to do at the end of a business electricity contract?
Business electricity contracts include a section explaining what will happen at the end of your contract if you do not submit a termination notice or switch to another supplier. Typically, this results in one of the following:
- A rollover contract, where you’ll be locked in for another year at a fixed rate, or
- A default deemed contract with a variable unit rate.
In either case, these automatic business energy contracts are unnecessarily expensive. To avoid overpaying, we recommend using our business electricity comparison service to arrange a renewal or a hassle-free switch to a new supplier.
Can I compare business electricity prices without a standing charge?
Yes, it’s possible. Most business electricity rates include a daily standing charge, but some exceptions exist.
Octopus Business Energy offers a ‘no standing charge’ fixed business electricity tariff for small business energy customers.
The unit rate on a no-standing-charge tariff is typically higher than that of a standard tariff.
How do I compare business electricity prices for a property with high energy consumption?
Comparing the market for large commercial electricity users can be complex. Business electricity suppliers generally only provide bespoke business energy quotes to large businesses, which take a little while to prepare.
Additionally, businesses with half-hourly meters must provide historical consumption data to obtain accurate quotes.
Our business energy experts can help simplify the process. We’ll manage the process of collecting and comparing high-consumption electricity quotes. Start the process today by entering the details of your head office in our business electricity comparison form above.
How can I compare business electricity prices for my exact location?
The location of your business is a key factor when comparing business electricity quotes. Electricity prices depend on which electricity distribution network operator serves your commercial property.
To get accurate quotes for your business location, simply enter your postcode into our business electricity comparison form above. Our smart address finder will automatically locate the details of your business name and address.