Electricity in France: Tariffs and Types of Offers in 2024
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If you are moving to France, whether you rent or buy a house, you will need to sort out your utilities as soon as you arrive, and this includes your electricity contracts. If you already live in France, you might have heard that the prices have gone up recently. Before you get started, it is advisable to do a bit of research to make sure you are getting yourself the type of offer, provider and tariff right for your situation.
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The cheapest electricity offers in France
If budget is your priority, there you can find the current cheapest tariffs in the country.
| Offre | Caractéristiques | Tarif | Score | Contact | |
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PRUDENCE
4.2 sur 5 -
56 avis
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Mensualité estimée
103 € Economies estimées 29.2 € |
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Souscrire en ligne | Vérifié le 02/12/2024 |
ONLINE & GREEN
2.7 sur 5 -
1591 avis
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Mensualité estimée
103 € Economies estimées 28.8 € |
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Souscrire en ligne | Vérifié le 12/11/2024 |
ELECTRICITÉ 100% VERTE PRIX FIXE
2.7 sur 5 -
679 avis
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Mensualité estimée
104 € Economies estimées 28.3 € |
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Souscrire en ligne | Vérifié le 03/12/2024 |
Comparatif basé sur une consommation domestique de 5700 kWh par an et une puissance de 6 kVA à Toulouse. En savoir plus sur le Selectra Score. Seule l'offre la moins chère de chaque fournisseur est listée.
Best Fixed Prices for Electricity
Another option is to opt for fixed electricity prices, which, contrary to the indexed prices, are stable and set in stone for a specific period of time (1 to 3 years, typically).
If price protection is your priority, go for fixed prices.
| Offre | Caractéristiques | Tarif | Score | Contact | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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PRUDENCE
4.2 sur 5 -
56 avis
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|
Mensualité estimée
103 € Economies estimées 29.2 € |
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Souscrire en ligne | Vérifié le 02/12/2024 |
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ONLINE & GREEN
2.7 sur 5 -
1591 avis
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|
Mensualité estimée
103 € Economies estimées 28.8 € |
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Souscrire en ligne | Vérifié le 12/11/2024 |
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ELECTRICITÉ 100% VERTE PRIX FIXE
2.7 sur 5 -
679 avis
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|
Mensualité estimée
104 € Economies estimées 28.3 € |
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Souscrire en ligne | Vérifié le 03/12/2024 |
Comparatif basé sur une consommation domestique de 5700 kWh par an et une puissance de 6 kVA à Toulouse. En savoir plus sur le Selectra Score. Seule l'offre la moins chère de chaque fournisseur est listée.
This type of offer has the advantage of protecting you from any potential increases.
This said, this option might mean you pay a bit more than the indexed prices on a monthly basis.
Prices for Green Electricity
If the idea of contributing to renewable energy sources appeals to you, you can select a competitive green energy option. These options come with either indexed or fixed prices. You'll get the guarantee that for every monthly payment you make, your provider will invest in an equivalent amount of renewable-sourced energy.
Depending on the supplier, rates can be more competitive than the regulated tariff, or slightly higher.
| Offre | Caractéristiques | Tarif | Score | Contact | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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PRUDENCE
4.2 sur 5 -
56 avis
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|
Mensualité estimée
103 € Economies estimées 29.2 € |
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Souscrire en ligne | Vérifié le 02/12/2024 |
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ONLINE & GREEN
2.7 sur 5 -
1591 avis
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|
Mensualité estimée
103 € Economies estimées 28.8 € |
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Souscrire en ligne | Vérifié le 12/11/2024 |
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ELECTRICITÉ 100% VERTE PRIX FIXE
2.7 sur 5 -
679 avis
|
|
Mensualité estimée
104 € Economies estimées 28.3 € |
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Souscrire en ligne | Vérifié le 03/12/2024 |
Comparatif basé sur une consommation domestique de 5700 kWh par an et une puissance de 6 kVA à Toulouse. En savoir plus sur le Selectra Score. Seule l'offre la moins chère de chaque fournisseur est listée.
Prices for Dual Energy : electricity and gas
Finally, if you're also going to need gas for your house in France, kill two birds with one stone and get yourself a dual energy offer!
| Offre | Caractéristiques | Tarif | Score | Contact | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECO-CONSO ELEC GAZ
2.9 sur 5 -
49 avis
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Mensualité estimée
237 € Economies estimées 43.8 € |
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Vérifié le 10/12/2024 | |
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ONLINE & GREEN ET BIOGAZ ONLINE
2.7 sur 5 -
1591 avis
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Mensualité estimée
247 € Economies estimées 34.1 € |
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Souscrire en ligne | Vérifié le 19/11/2024 |
PLENIFIX WEB ELECTRICITÉ / GAZ
sur 5 -
avis
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Mensualité estimée
248 € Economies estimées 33.8 € |
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Souscrire en ligne | Vérifié le 18/11/2024 |
Comparatif basé sur une consommation domestique de 5700 kWh par an et une puissance de 6 kVA à Toulouse. En savoir plus sur le Selectra Score. Seule l'offre la moins chère de chaque fournisseur est listée.
What does a French Electricity Bill Include?
The first thing to note about French electricity contracts is that they are made up of 2 distinct charges, which will come off your account on a monthly basis.
- The price of subscription or the prix de l'abonnement in French. This is a fixed monthly price, that goes towards your provider's administrative costs and those of the energy grid operator, ENEDIS. This price can vary depending on the provider, the capacity and the tariff you selected.
- The price per kWh, which is the charge you pay for each consumed kWh. This price depends on your supplier and the type of offer chosen. You typically have the choice between the regulated tariffs and the competitive tariffs (more info on that below).
The Types of Electricity Rate Options in France
In France, all energy contracts are non-binding, which means that you'll be able to cancel your plan or change your supplier free of charge, whenever you wish.
Moreover, the quality of the energy is the same, the meter never changes and the emergency units in case of problem or outbreak are the same for everyone. In the end, only the price you pay, how often they can evolve and the origin of production of the electricity changes.
The French Regulated Tariffs
The first type of tariff you can opt for is the regulated tariff (RT).
This price is fixed by the French authorities, and is applied only by EDF. This price is regularly reassessed and is subject to increases and decreases alike.
Many French people opt for this type of tariff, in part because it feels "safe" as it is regulated, and in other part because they aren't aware that other options exist.
The French Competitive Tariffs
In addition to the regulated tariffs, you'll also be able to sign up to a competitive priced offer. These are proposed by most French electricity providers, and will automatically give you a fixed and permanent discount on your subscription and/or the price of each kWh, compared to the regulated tariffs (so, you might pay 5% less than the regulated tariff every month for instance).
If you go for this option, you then have to determine whether you want this competitive offer to set you a fixed or indexed price, whether you want your offer to be green or not and whether you will also need gas on top of electricity.
Need a contract for your house in France? Call 01 86 26 53 46 or ask for a free callback from wherever you are right now. Our English-speaking Selectra advisors will help you make the switch to a more-fitted supplier, completely free of charge.
