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Switching from Utility Warehouse

Octopus Energy vs Utility Warehouse: bundles against a single bill

Utility Warehouse prices energy as part of a bundle with broadband, mobile and insurance, so comparing it with Octopus means pricing the whole bundle, not just the energy. Octopus is a standalone supplier with a wider smart tariff range and a referral credit for direct sign-ups.

 Octopus EnergyUtility Warehouse
Pricing modelStandalone energy, tracks the cap on variable.Discounts depend on taking multiple services.
Smart / time-of-use tariffsAgile, Cosy, Intelligent Octopus Go.Limited.
Referral creditYes, direct sign-up only.Own partner scheme, different terms.
LeavingNo exit fees on variable tariffs.Check each bundled service separately.

Before you start

  • Price the whole bundle before you move. Losing a bundle discount on broadband or mobile can cost more than the energy saving gains.
  • Moving your energy away does not automatically end the other services. Each one keeps its own contract and notice terms.
Do not switch from Utility Warehouse if

If your Utility Warehouse bundle discount depends on keeping energy with them and the other services suit you, moving only the energy can leave you worse off overall.

Claim your £50 credit

Opens octopus.energy. You must sign up there directly for the credit to count.