Where's the main info on my OVO bill?
We’ve taken a sample OVO energy bill and shown you where you'll find the key information.
Plan details and annual usage
A: This is an example QR code you would find on your bill. Your bill's unique code contains information about your tariff and usage. Some apps can scan this code, compare your current bill, and inform you if there are cheaper deals to switch to.
B: Your tariff name could quickly flag whether or not you're on your supplier's often expensive default tariff (standard variable tariff). OVO's standard variable tariff is called "Simpler Energy". You'll also need your current tariff's name to run a comparison.
C: This is the date your current plan ends. After this point you'll be rolled onto a tariff chosen by your supplier, which could cost you more. You should switch again to a fixed plan at this point (or any time in the 49 days beforehand) to avoid overpaying.
D: If you have an exit fee, you may be charged the stated amount when switching to another plan before the current plan ends. From 49 days before your plan end date, your supplier shouldn't charge you any exit fees.
E: This is your annual usage in kWh, based on previous meter readings. Uswitch can use this figure to calculate how much you would pay for the next 12 months on different plans.
OVO charges, balance and credit/debit
F: Taking note of whether you're in debit or credit to OVO can be a good indicator of whether or not your direct debit is at the right level to cover your energy usage.
If you're building up credit during winter months, it's likely you should be paying a lower direct debit amount. If you're in debit to your supplier in summer months, you'll accrue an even larger debt as you head into winter when your usage increases. Your supplier may automatically increase your direct debit amount in this instance.
Supplying regular meter readings keeps your balance as accurate as possible.
OVO meter details
Your electricity meter number (MPAN) is usually displayed on a bill next to electricity usage and charges information. The gas equivalent (meter point reference number or MPRN) is usually displayed amongst your gas usage information, listed simply as a string of 10 numbers.
How to save money on your OVO energy deal
Could you pay less? Your supplier will tell you if you are not on its cheapest plan. This was designed to keep people from sticking with overpriced tariffs.
Keep in mind that this is only your own supplier’s cheapest plan, and may not be the cheapest energy plan on the market. You can compare energy prices below to get a full-market look at what's out there. If you want to stay with OVO, you can usually switch to a fixed deal from either a standard variable or another of its fixed deals.
Run an energy comparison
Click here to compare energy prices and get started on your energy switch.
