Primeo at a glance

Primeo Energie Group is a well-established Swiss utility that has operated in the Basel region for over a century. The French subsidiary launched in 2021, targeting cost-conscious households with a deliberately simple offer structure: one fixed-price plan and one indexed plan, both positioned below the government-regulated tariff (TRV).

CH
Swiss group (Basel)
2021
Active in France since
Fixed
1-year price guarantee
TRV-
Below regulated tariff

Primeo electricity offers

Primeo keeps things simple with two residential electricity offers. The fixed-price plan locks your rate for one year, protecting you against tariff increases. The indexed plan tracks the regulated tariff with a built-in discount, so you always pay less than the government-set reference price while benefiting from any future decreases.

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Both offers deliver the same electricity through the national Enedis grid — identical quality, identical safety. The only difference is the commercial contract. Switching between offers or back to another supplier is free and instantaneous under French energy regulation.

Primeo Énergie contact & company details

InformationDetails
Year founded2014
Country of originFrance
Number of customers170000
Number of employees53 (exercice 2024)
Customer service
01 70 23 24 97 (French only)
Hours: Lundi – Vendredi : 8h30 à 18h30
Head office
8 place Boulnois, 75017 Paris, France
Online account
Manage your contract, bills, and meter readings online.
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Contact form
Send a written request online.
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Primeo: pros and cons

Primeo appeals to budget-conscious households who value simplicity over brand recognition. Here is how it stacks up.

Pros
  • Competitive prices consistently below the TRV
  • Backed by a century-old Swiss energy group
  • Simple, transparent offer structure (no hidden fees)
  • Free switching, no commitment period
Cons
  • No English-speaking customer service
  • Electricity only — no gas or dual offers
  • Newer in France, limited track record so far
  • Fewer digital tools than major competitors

How to subscribe to Primeo

Subscribing to Primeo takes about 10 minutes. Since Primeo does not offer English support, calling Selectra is the easiest path for non-French speakers.

01
Prepare your information
You will need your French address, a PDL number (14-digit meter identifier, found on a previous bill or your Linky meter screen), and a French IBAN for monthly direct debit payments.
02
Call Selectra for English-speaking help
Dial 09 87 67 17 74 (free, no commitment). A bilingual advisor will compare Primeo's current rates with other suppliers and help you choose the best option for your profile.
03
Select your offer and confirm
Choose between the fixed-price plan (price security for 12 months) or the indexed plan (permanent TRV discount). Your advisor handles all paperwork with Primeo directly.
04
Instant activation, no interruption
Your Primeo contract starts immediately. There is no power cut. If you are switching from another supplier, Primeo notifies them automatically — you do not need to cancel anything yourself.
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Selectra's English-speaking advisors compare Primeo offers with the market and handle the full subscription process — free of charge, no commitment.
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Primeo is a sensible pick if you want competitive electricity prices backed by a solid Swiss group, and you do not mind that the supplier itself only communicates in French. Their offer structure is refreshingly simple — no confusing add-ons or hidden clauses. The main trade-off is the lack of direct English support and a shorter track record in France compared to established names like EDF or TotalEnergies. For English speakers, subscribing through Selectra solves the language barrier entirely.

Frequently asked questions

Primeo Energie is the French subsidiary of Primeo Energie Group, a Swiss energy company headquartered in Basel. The group has over a century of experience in energy production and distribution in Switzerland, and entered the French residential electricity market in 2021 with competitive fixed-price and indexed offers.

Generally, yes. Primeo's fixed-price plan is typically priced below the regulated tariff (TRV) set by EDF. Their indexed offer also applies a discount on the TRV reference. However, exact savings depend on your consumption profile and meter power — call 09 87 67 17 74 for a personalised comparison.

No. Primeo's customer service operates exclusively in French. English speakers can subscribe and manage their contract through Selectra's bilingual advisors at 09 87 67 17 74, who handle the entire process on your behalf.

Yes. Switching is free, instant, and without interruption. Your new Primeo contract starts immediately and your previous supplier is automatically notified. There is no cancellation fee in the French electricity market — you can switch back at any time.