Octopus Energy Tariffs Explained
A plain-English guide to every Octopus Energy plan.
Flexible Octopus (Variable)
Standard variable tariff following the Ofgem price cap. Rates adjust quarterly.
Best for: Households wanting simplicity.
Octopus 12-Month Fixed
Locks in rates for 12 months. Typically priced below the cap with no exit fees.
Best for: Price certainty and protection against rises.
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The UK’s most popular EV tariff. Smart overnight charging well below 10p/kWh plus 6 hours of cheap home energy.
Requires: Smart meter + compatible EV charger.
Best for: EV owners who charge at home.
Octopus Go
Simpler EV tariff with a fixed 5-hour off-peak window (00:30–05:30).
Requires: Smart meter.
Best for: EV owners preferring a straightforward setup.
Agile Octopus
Half-hourly rates based on wholesale prices. Can go negative. Capped at 100p/kWh.
Requires: Smart meter with half-hourly data.
Best for: Tech-savvy households with flexible usage.
Octopus Tracker
Daily rate tracking the wholesale market. Transparent and generally cheaper than the cap.
Best for: People wanting transparency.
Cosy Octopus
Three windows of cheap electricity for heat pump owners.
Requires: Heat pump + smart meter.
Best for: Heat pump households.
Octopus Flux
Different import/export rates for solar panel and battery owners.
Best for: Solar + battery setups.
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