Still With Shell Energy?
There's a Better Deal Out There.
Shell Energy took over First Utility and promised competitive prices. But are you actually getting a good deal? Families who switch through SaveFirst save an average of £49/month — completely free.
Why Families Are Leaving Shell Energy
Shell Energy entered the UK retail market by acquiring First Utility, but the transition hasn't been smooth for customers. Shell's standard tariff sits near the Ofgem price cap, and their customer service has received mixed reviews since the rebrand.
Here's what's happening right now:
- Shell Energy's standard variable tariff charges near the maximum Ofgem price cap rate
- The First Utility to Shell transition caused billing chaos for thousands of customers
- Their "green" energy claims have been questioned — offsets don't always mean genuine renewables
- Shell's profits hit record highs while customer bills kept climbing
Shell Energy vs SaveFirst — Side By Side
Here's how staying with Shell Energy compares to switching through SaveFirst:
| Shell Energy | SaveFirst | |
|---|---|---|
| Average monthly energy cost | £129/mo (standard variable) | £75–95/mo (exclusive rates) |
| Covers all 4 bills? | ✗ Energy + broadband bundle | ✓ 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 |
"Shell Energy took over from First Utility and my bills just kept going up. I thought bundling broadband would save money but it didn't. SaveFirst found me £49 a month in savings — I can't believe I waited so long."
What Happens When You Switch From Shell Energy
Switching away from Shell Energy through SaveFirst is simple and risk-free.
Send Your Bills
Snap a photo of your Shell Energy bill plus your broadband and mobile bills. WhatsApp them to us. Takes 60 seconds.
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.
We Handle The Switch
You don't call Shell Energy. You don't cancel anything. We handle everything. Supply is never interrupted.
Ready To See What Shell Energy Is Costing You?
Get a free, no-obligation savings report. If we can't beat Shell Energy, you stay exactly where you are and pay nothing.
Get My Free Savings ReportWhatsApp Us — "I'm With Shell Energy" No cost. No obligation. No catch. Ever.
Common Questions About Switching From Shell Energy
Not necessarily. Shell Energy's standard variable tariff is near the Ofgem price cap. While they offer some competitive fixed deals, these often end and default to the expensive standard rate. A free SaveFirst audit will show you exactly how much you could save.
With SaveFirst, you don't have to do anything. Send us your current Shell Energy 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.
We audit all your bills — energy, broadband, and mobile. If Shell Energy is bundling your broadband with energy, we'll compare the total cost against what you'd pay with separate best-in-class providers. Often, unbundling saves you more.
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
Shell Energy isn't the worst option — but they're backed by one of the world's most profitable companies, and that profit comes partly from your bills. There are almost certainly cheaper options available to you right now.
A free SaveFirst audit takes 2 minutes and costs nothing. If we can't save you money, you stay with Shell Energy and nothing changes. If we can — and for most families we save £49/month or more — you keep every penny.
There's literally no downside. The only risk is waiting another month.