Glow Power Review & Guide
Glow Power has currently switched off its market offer plans to new customers. We will do our best to keep the details on this page up to date as new information becomes available. Please treat information below as historical only, and check plan details/availability directly with Glow Power.
Glow Power is an electricity provider operating in New South Wales, south-east Queensland, South Australia and Tasmania. Originating from Ireland, it claims to bring more than 50 years of energy industry experience down under. Coined as a ‘smart energy partner’, Glow Power states it’s all about keeping energy simple, with attentive service and meaningful products.
The retailer states it aims to provide solutions to minimise bill shock by being transparent with pricing and keeping rates low. But, can Glow Power actually save customers some money? That’s what we’re about to find out. We’ll review annual costs to see if this latest contender is a match for you. To compare Glow Power prices against a stack of other retailers, jump into our comparison tool below.
Glow Power Energy Plans
Glow Power usually offers one to two market offers across NSW, QLD, SA and Tasmania. However, these plans differ slightly from state to state.
Glowpower Saver
Glowpower Saver is a variable rate plan on an ongoing contract with no exit fees. It offers monthly billing options too. This deal is only available in NSW, QLD and Tasmania.
Everyday Saver
Similar to the above plan, Everyday Saver is a variable rate plan with a monthly billing cycle. This offer is also on an ongoing contract and has no exit fees. Only residents in South Australia have access to the Everyday Saver plan.
Digital Saver
Exclusive to NSW, Digital Saver offers variable rates to customers on an ongoing contract. Similar to the above plans, this offer also has no exit fees and monthly billing options available. The main point of difference for bill-payers in NSW on this offer is that the usage and supply rates a slightly lower than those on the Glowpower Saver deal.
Additionally, Glow Power also offers a standard product which is in line with the default tariff pricing.
Given that Glow Power is still relatively new, account management and online tools still appear to be fairly basic. Customers can, however, create an account to pay bills online. The Glow Power website also has a frequently asked questions (FAQs) section where customers can browse a range of energy-related queries.
Glow Power Prices
To offer an idea of how Glow Power compares on price to other electricity retailers, Canstar Blue regularly assesses electricity plans to show what households can expect to pay. We’ve calculated estimated annual bills in each state for households signed up to each Glow Power product.
Glow Power Electricity Prices NSW
In the table below, we show Glow Power prices on the Ausgrid network in Sydney. Plans are listed from the lowest priced estimate first. See here for information on the AER Reference Price, which in this comparison assumes general energy usage of 3900kWh/year, meaning the Reference Price is $1,512/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Use our comparison tool for a specific comparison in your area.
| Electricity Plan | Difference from Reference Price^ | Conditional Discounts | Price Estimate* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Saver | TBC | TBC | TBC | |
| Glowpower Saver | TBC | TBC | TBC | |
| Basic Plan Information Documents | ||||
*Price assumes general energy usage of 3900kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Estimated price includes any conditional discounts that may be available. Pricing based on Ausgrid network in Sydney, but prices differ between distribution areas. July 2022.
See how Glow Power compares to other providers in our NSW price comparison report.
Glow Power Electricity Prices QLD
In the table below, we show Glow Power prices on the Energex network in Brisbane. Plans are listed from the lowest priced estimate first. See here for information on the AER Reference Price, which in this comparison assumes general energy usage of 4600kWh/year, meaning the Reference Price is $1,620/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Use our comparison tool for a specific comparison in your area.
| Electricity Plan | Difference from Reference Price^ | Conditional Discounts | Price Estimate* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glowpower Saver | TBC | TBC | TBC | |
| Basic Plan Information Documents | ||||
*Price assumes general energy usage of 4600kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Estimated price includes any conditional discounts that may be available. Pricing based on Energex network in Brisbane, but prices differ between distribution areas. July 2022.
How does Glow Power compare to other retailers in Queensland? See our QLD price comparison page.
Glow Power Electricity Prices SA
In the table below, we show Glow Power prices on the SA Power network in Adelaide. Plans are listed from the lowest priced estimate first. See here for information on the AER Reference Price, which in this comparison assumes general energy usage of 4000kWh/year, meaning the Reference Price is $1,840/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Use our comparison tool for a specific comparison in your area.
| Electricity Plan | Difference from Reference Price^ | Conditional Discounts | Price Estimate* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday Saver | TBC | TBC | TBC | |
| Basic Plan Information Documents | ||||
*Price assumes general energy usage of 4000kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Estimated price includes any conditional discounts that may be available. Pricing based on SA Power network in Adelaide, but prices differ between distribution areas. July 2022.
Check out how Glow Power compares to other retailers in our SA price comparison report.
Glow Power Solar
Customers can expect a fairly average feed-in tariff in NSW, QLD, SA and TAS, with no exclusive solar deals available to date. Here are the solar feed-in tariffs (FiTs) currently offered by Glow Power on the Everyday Saver plan:
- NSW: TBC
- QLD: TBC
- SA: TBC
- TAS: TBC
Glow Power Business Energy
Mirroring its residential deal, Glow Power also offers the GlowPower Saver plan to small business customers. It also has a standard plan available for businesses. Glow Power business electricity plans come with no exit fees or lock-in contracts, but it’s recommended to get in contact directly for an accurate quote based on specific energy needs.
Is Glow Power right for me?
Glow Power’s entrance to the retail energy market is a positive sign for those looking past some of the more established brands like Origin and AGL. It keeps things simple with decent rates and direct debiting. Just remember that Glow Power is not your only choice when it comes to energy providers, and it’s always a good idea to compare a variety of deals side-by-side.
Kelseigh Wrigley: Energy Specialist
As Canstar Blue’s Energy Specialist, Kelseigh Wrigley covers the retail energy market, with a focus on electricity, gas and solar. She joined the team after completing a Bachelor of Journalism at the Queensland University of Technology, and has previously written for a variety of online publications, including Hunter and Bligh. You can follow Kelseigh on LinkedIn.