Business Energy Comparison UK

No Ofgem price cap on business energy — compare 350+ commercial tariffs and switch in under 5 minutes, free.

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£1,450

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Every major UK supplier

5 min

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Save money on business energy in 3 simple steps

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Enter Your Business Details

Your postcode, current supplier name, and annual energy usage in kWh. No bill? Switch estimates from your business type and size. MPAN/MPRN number improves accuracy but is not required.

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Compare Live Tariffs

Quotes from 350+ commercial tariffs across all major UK suppliers. Ranked by total annual cost — including unit rates, standing charges, and VAT. Filter by contract length, tariff type, or green certification.

3

Switch and Start Saving

Choose your deal and confirm. Your new supplier handles the transition entirely. Supply is never interrupted. Switch monitors your contract end date and alerts you at your next renewal window.

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As well as the big names you know, we help you discover new brands that can offer you more.

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Why Do UK Businesses Need to Compare Energy Regularly?

There is no Ofgem price cap on business energy. This single fact is the most important thing to understand about commercial energy costs. While domestic customers are protected by a regulated maximum rate, your supplier faces no such constraint when quoting your renewal.
The result: businesses that fail to compare are routinely rolled onto out-of-contract rates — often 30–50% higher than the fixed deals available on the open market. If you haven't compared in the last 12 months, the commercial market has changed significantly.

5 Signs Your Business Should Compare Energy Today

If any of these sound familiar, your business is almost certainly overpaying.

1

Haven't compared in 12+ months

The commercial market changes every quarter. Deals that were expensive a year ago may now be competitive — and vice versa.

2

Contract within 6 months of expiry

The prime window to compare and lock in a fixed deal. Suppliers must notify microbusinesses 60–150 days before contract end.

3

Last bill was higher than expected

You may have silently rolled onto an out-of-contract rate — often 30–50% above the fixed deals available.

4

Standing charge has increased sharply

A rising trend in 2026 that unit rate comparisons miss. Some businesses see standing charges multiply at renewal.

5

Never formally compared before

Most first-time comparisons reveal significant savings immediately. The market rewards active comparison.

How Much Can Your Business Save?

Source: Bionic & BusinessComparison, April 2026. Commercial electricity 22.6p–25.3p/kWh. Gas 6p–12p/kWh on fixed contracts. All prices exclude 20% VAT.

Business TypeAnnual kWh UsageEst. Annual CostPotential Saving
Small office / retail5,000–15,000 kWh~£1,300–£3,900/yr£300–£800/yr
Restaurant / hospitality30,000–50,000 kWh~£7,000–£13,000/yr£800–£1,450/yr
Medium manufacturer50,000–100,000 kWh~£11,000–£25,000/yr£1,450–£3,500/yr

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Business Energy Tariff Types — Which Is Right for You?

Choosing the right tariff structure can be just as important as choosing the right supplier.

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Fixed Rate Tariff

Unit rate locked for 1–3 years. Protects from wholesale market volatility. Best for price certainty and budget planning.

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Variable Rate Tariff

Rates move with the wholesale market. Can be cheaper when prices fall but exposes your business to sudden increases.

3

Flexible / Pass-Through

Hybrid structure — some costs fixed, others at wholesale. Best for medium-to-large businesses with energy manager oversight.

4

Green Business Energy

100% renewable electricity via REGO certificates. Competitively priced in 2026. Green gas (biomethane) also available from select suppliers.

Business Energy Prices UK — April 2026

Commercial energy prices fluctuate with the wholesale market. These are indicative rates as of April 2026. No Ofgem price cap applies to business energy.

Meter / Usage TypeElectricity Unit RateGas Unit RateVAT Rate
Micro business (NHH meter)24p – 26.6p/kWh6.9p – 8.4p/kWh20% standard
Small–medium business22.6p – 25.3p/kWh6p – 9p/kWh20% standard
Large business (HH meter)21p – 24p/kWh5.5p – 8p/kWh20% standard
Charity / low-usage24p – 26p/kWh6p – 8p/kWh5% if qualifying

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Business Energy Standing Charges — A Critical 2026 Warning

Standing charges are rising sharply for commercial connections. Switch compares total annual cost — unit rate + standing charge + VAT.

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TNUoS increases driving standing charge rises

Transmission network cost changes and unrecovered supplier failure costs are being absorbed into the fixed daily charge.

2

Some businesses seeing multiples of previous rates

A low headline unit rate can mask a dramatically higher total annual bill if the standing charge has surged at renewal.

3

Never choose a tariff on unit rate alone

Switch compares total annual cost — unit rate, standing charge, and VAT combined — so you see the full picture before committing.

Business Energy Protections UK Businesses Should Know

Key rights and protections for commercial energy customers.

1

No Interruption to Supply

When you switch, your energy supply is never cut off. Only the billing company changes. No engineer visits, no downtime.

2

Microbusiness Protections

Under 100,000 kWh electricity or 293,000 kWh gas per year? You qualify for 30-day switching rights, mandatory renewal notifications, and Ofgem ADR access.

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Comparison Rights Without a Price Cap

No Ofgem cap on business energy — but commercial customers have the right to compare and switch freely. Switch exercises this right on your behalf.

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Business Energy Comparison — How It Works

Switch makes business energy comparison UK fast and straightforward. Enter your business details, compare 350+ commercial tariffs, and switch — all in under 5 minutes. Your supply is never interrupted.
The comparison is free, independent, and carries no obligation. Results are ranked by total annual cost — including unit rates, standing charges, CCL, and VAT — so you see the full picture before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions — Business Energy Comparison UK

Is there a price cap on UK business energy?

No. The Ofgem price cap applies only to domestic energy. There is no price cap on commercial energy. This makes business energy comparison UK essential — it is the only mechanism protecting your business from being overcharged at renewal.

How much notice do I need to switch business energy?

What information do I need to compare business energy?

Will switching affect my energy supply?

Can my business get a green energy tariff?

What is a standing charge and why does it matter?

How long does a business energy switch take?

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