Electricity Comparison – Spot Price vs Fixed Rate Contract?
The electricity comparison calculator compares spot pricing and fixed-rate contract costs based on estimated consumption. Enter your annual usage and contract price to see which option is more economical.
Spot electricity price varies hourly based on supply and demand. With fixed contracts, you pay the same rate year-round. The calculator estimates spot electricity costs based on historical prices and shows the difference in dollars.
Is spot pricing worth it in the US in 2026?
Spot pricing is economical for households that can shift consumption (e.g., heat pump, electric car, washing machine) to cheaper hours. Nights and weekends typically have lower spot prices. Fixed rates suit better if consumption is steady and there's no flexibility.
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Browse all tools →Electricity comparison helps compare total costs of different electricity contracts. An important tool for consumers wanting to find the most affordable electricity contract for their consumption.
Enter your annual consumption and different contract pricing details, and the calculator compares total costs.
- Compare costs of fixed-price, spot price, and other contract types.
- Include basic fees, energy charges, and transmission fees in total comparison.
- See monthly and annual costs side by side.
Comparison is based on estimated consumption and stated prices – actual costs vary.
- Spot electricity price varies hourly – average price is an estimate.
- Transmission fee is same regardless of electricity retailer – it cannot be competed.
- Cheapest monthly price doesn't always mean cheapest annually.
Electricity contract choice significantly affects annual costs.
- Electricity price includes energy charge, transmission fee, taxes, and basic fees.
- Contract terms (commitment, price changes) should be read carefully.
- Calculator provides estimate – get exact quotes directly from electricity companies.