Energy Locals vs Powershop Australia

    Compare Energy Locals and Powershop Australia electricity plans side by side. See rates, solar feed-in tariffs, pros and cons, and find out which retailer offers the better deal for Australian households.

    Energy Locals is no longer accepting new customers and becomes 1st Energy from 12 September 2026.

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    Rates comparison

    These retailers do not both have an active single-rate market plan in the same state right now.

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    ✓ = lower figure in our live pricing data, not a recommendation. Figures reflect each retailer's cheapest qualifying single-rate market plan at the regulator's benchmark usage, from Consumer Data Right plan data. Actual rates vary by state and plan.

    Solar feed-in tariff note: FiT rates vary by state, distributor zone, and plan. Victoria deregulated its minimum FiT from 1 July 2025. Rates are now set by retailers and can be as low as 0c/kWh. NSW and SA have no regulated minimum. Always confirm the current FiT rate directly with your retailer before switching. Learn more about solar feed-in tariffs →

    This analysis is based on EnergyPlans Australia's 2026 energy pricing data across multiple providers and states.

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    Energy Locals

    Energy Locals is an Australian electricity retailer that promoted simple, transparent plans and local customer support. Energy Locals Retail has stopped taking new customers and is transitioning to the 1st Energy brand from 12 September 2026. Existing customers continue to be served through the transition; new customers should look at 1st Energy or other retailers.

    Energy Locals

    Powershop Australia

    Powershop Australia is an online-led electricity retailer known for its app and usage tools, now operating within Shell’s Australian retail energy business. Powershop sells electricity to households and small businesses in several eastern states, with a focus on visibility of usage and plan options.

    Powershop Australia

    Energy Locals: pros & cons

    Transparent, simple plan structures on many offers
    Australian-based support team
    Solar and GreenPower-style options on selected plans
    Broad eastern-state footprint including Tasmania on many offers
    Strong customer satisfaction scores in independent surveys
    Not available everywhere — check your address
    Challenger brand — fewer retail shopfronts than major retailers
    Rates still vary by distributor and plan
    Some plans may have conditions or exit terms — read the fact sheet
    Western Australia and Northern Territory coverage differs from the NEM

    Powershop Australia: pros & cons

    Well-known app for tracking usage and account activity
    Backed by a large global energy group with local retail operations
    Solar feed-in options for eligible customers
    Straightforward online sign-up and account management
    Often competitive in NSW, VIC, QLD, and SA
    Not available in every state or territory
    Smaller physical footprint than the big three — mostly digital service
    Plan names and features change — always read the current fact sheet
    Gas availability is limited compared with electricity (check your address)
    Pricing still varies by network area — compare for your actual tariff

    Frequently asked questions

    • Is Energy Locals cheaper than Powershop Australia?

      Energy Locals is no longer accepting new customers and becomes 1st Energy from 12 September 2026. On-record rates are shown for reference only and are not a current cheaper-plan claim.

    • Which provider offers a better solar feed-in tariff: Energy Locals or Powershop?

      Solar feed-in tariffs from both Energy Locals and Powershop Australia vary by state, distributor zone, and plan, and they change regularly. Victoria deregulated its minimum feed-in tariff from 1 July 2025, so rates there can be as low as 0c/kWh, and NSW and SA have no regulated minimum. Always confirm the current feed-in tariff directly with the retailer before switching.

    • Are both Energy Locals and Powershop available in my state?

      Energy Locals and Powershop Australia do not currently both have an active single-rate market plan in the same state.

    • Which is better overall: Energy Locals or Powershop Australia?

      Energy Locals is no longer accepting new customers, so this page is a historical comparison rather than a current recommendation. See 1st Energy if you are looking for a similar plan.

    • How do I switch from Energy Locals to Powershop (or vice versa)?

      Switching electricity retailers in Australia is straightforward. You can switch online, by phone, or through a comparison service. The process typically takes 2–5 business days and you will not experience any interruption to your electricity supply. Check for any exit fees on your current plan before switching.

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    How we calculate these estimates

    Figures are each retailer's cheapest qualifying single-rate market plan from Consumer Data Right plan data, costed at the AER/ESC benchmark usage for the zone and compared against the reference price. Actual plan rates vary by postcode.

    Estimated costs can vary by usage, tariff type, retailer, distributor, and address. Both supply charges (the daily fixed cost of being connected) and usage rates (c/kWh) affect your total bill. Solar feed-in tariffs vary by retailer and plan. Always review plan details, fees, and conditions before switching.

    Data sources

    • Consumer Data Right plan data
    • AER Default Market Offer (DMO) reference price
    • ESC Victorian Default Offer (VDO) reference price

    These are indicative estimates only. Your actual bill depends on your specific plan, usage patterns, and applicable discounts. Read our full methodology.

    Methodology last reviewed: June 2026.

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    EnergyPlans.com.au may receive a commission if you switch through our comparison partner. This does not change the price you pay, but it may influence which plans are available through our service. We do not compare every plan in the market.

    Our editorial content, methodology, and benchmark data are independent of any commercial relationship. Always review plan details, including any fees or conditions, before switching. How we make money.

    Methodology reviewed June 2026

    Data shown for Energy Locals vs Powershop Australia.