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Compare Electricity Plans in NSW — 2026

New South Wales has one of Australia's most competitive electricity markets, with dozens of retailers competing for your business. The 2026 Default Market Offer (DMO), set by the AER, is the maximum price retailers can charge on their standing offers — but most market offers sit well below it. Comparing plans against the DMO percentage shows you exactly how much you can save.

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Cheapest Electricity Plans in NSW

Top 5 plans by estimated annual cost, compared against the 2026 DMO. Based on typical household usage.

RetailerPlanAnnual Costvs DMO
GlobirdWHOLESAVE Residential (Two Rate)-Ausgrid$1,38723% below the reference price
Energy LocalsLocal Member$1,57031% below the reference price
Energy LocalsOnline Member$1,57031% below the reference price
Energy LocalsLocal Member$1,61029% below the reference price
Energy LocalsOnline Member$1,61029% below the reference price

Costs are estimates based on typical household usage for New South Wales. Actual costs depend on your postcode, distributor, and consumption pattern. DMO reference price set by the Australian Energy Regulator (AER).

What is the DMO?

The Default Market Offer (DMO) is set annually by the Australian Energy Regulator (AER). It represents the maximum price a retailer can charge on their standing offer. When we show a plan as "X% below the DMO", that means its estimated annual cost is X% cheaper than this reference price — helping you quickly identify genuine savings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about electricity plans in New South Wales

The DMO is the maximum price retailers can charge on their standing electricity offers in NSW. It's set annually by the Australian Energy Regulator (AER). All percentage savings shown on our site are calculated against this reference price — a negative percentage means the plan is cheaper than the DMO.

Enter your postcode and estimated annual usage (in kWh) on our comparison page. We'll show you every available plan from all retailers, ranked by estimated annual cost — with no commissions and no sales calls.

Once you find a cheaper plan, contact the new retailer directly or sign up on their website. Your new provider handles the switch — there's no interruption to your supply, and you don't need to contact your old retailer.

NSW has three main distributors: Ausgrid (Sydney, Central Coast, Hunter), Endeavour Energy (Western Sydney, Blue Mountains, Southern Highlands), and Essential Energy (regional and rural NSW). Your distributor determines your network charges, but you can choose any licensed retailer.

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