Comparison Guide 2026

Still With EDF Energy?
Your Bills Could Be Lower.

EDF is backed by the French state and runs the UK's nuclear fleet — but that doesn't mean they're giving you the best price. Families who switch through SaveFirst save an average of £50/month — completely free.

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Why Families Are Leaving EDF Energy

EDF Energy, owned by the French government, operates the UK's nuclear power stations. But generating cheap electricity doesn't translate into cheap bills for you. EDF's standard variable tariff is at the Ofgem price cap, the maximum regulated rate.

Here's what's happening right now:

  • EDF's standard variable tariff sits at the Ofgem price cap — you're paying the maximum allowed
  • Their fixed tariffs often lock you in with hefty exit fees when better deals become available
  • EDF's customer service has received consistent complaints about long wait times
  • Despite generating some of the cheapest electricity in the UK, those savings aren't passed to you

EDF vs SaveFirst — Side By Side

Here's how staying with EDF compares to switching through SaveFirst:

EDF SaveFirst
Average monthly energy cost £130/mo (standard variable) £75–95/mo (exclusive rates)
Covers all 4 bills? Energy only Gas, electric, broadband, mobile
Switching cost Possible exit fees Always free
Who does the work? You (phone calls, forms) We handle everything
Comparison site rates? Standard public rates Exclusive wholesale rates
Time to switch 2-4 weeks, multiple calls 2 minutes to start
Supply interruption None None

"I assumed EDF would be cheap because they generate their own electricity. They're not. SaveFirst showed me I was overpaying by £50 a month — just on energy alone. When they added my broadband and mobile savings, it was even more."

Rachel H.
Bristol — switched from EDF
Saving £50/month

What Happens When You Switch From EDF

Switching away from EDF through SaveFirst is simple and risk-free.

1

Send Your Bills

Snap a photo of your EDF bill plus your broadband and mobile bills. WhatsApp them to us. Takes 60 seconds.

2

We Find Your Savings

We audit all four bills against exclusive wholesale rates not available on comparison sites. You get your savings report within 24 hours.

3

We Handle The Switch

You don't call EDF. You don't cancel anything. We handle everything. Supply is never interrupted.

Ready To See What EDF Is Costing You?

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Common Questions About Switching From EDF

No. Despite generating some of the cheapest electricity through nuclear power, EDF's retail prices are among the highest. Their standard variable tariff sits at the Ofgem price cap. A free SaveFirst audit will show you how much you could save by switching.

With SaveFirst, you don't have to do anything. Send us your current EDF bill (a photo on WhatsApp is fine), and we handle the entire switch — no phone calls, no cancellation forms, no paperwork. Your supply is never interrupted.

Some EDF fixed tariffs include exit fees if you leave before the contract ends. However, the savings from switching typically outweigh any exit fee within the first month. We'll include exit fee analysis in your free savings report.

Yes, completely free. We're paid by the provider when you switch — you never pay us anything. If we can't save you money, nobody pays anything and you stay exactly where you are.

The Bottom Line

EDF generates some of the cheapest electricity in the country — but they're not passing those savings on to you. Every month on their standard tariff is money you don't need to spend.

A free SaveFirst audit takes 2 minutes and costs nothing. If we can't save you money, you stay with EDF and nothing changes. If we can — and for most families we save £50/month or more — you keep every penny.

There's literally no downside. The only risk is waiting another month.