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Red Energy has been rated the best electricity provider for small businesses in Australia. This year the retailer earned five-star reviews in almost every category, including overall satisfaction, value for money, client service, bill and cost clarity and ease of sign-up.

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How we rate small business electricity providers


This year over 710 small business owners across Australia had their say when it came to rating their electricity provider on key criteria like client service, value for money, bill and cost clarity, online tools and advice and ease of sign up. Canstar Blue has collated this data to give you a nuanced guide about the compared providers and help you make a more-informed purchase decision. Keep in mind that, while our ratings include five of the most prominent small business electricity retailers in Australia, you may find others operating in your area.


Canstar Blue surveyed 715 Australian small business owners/decision makers for their feedback on their energy retailer. Respondents had to have an electricity account that they use for business and that their business pays for, in order for their response to be eligible.

  • The outcomes reported in these ratings are measured via PureProfile’s accredited online research panel.

Respondents rate their satisfaction with their electricity and gas provider from zero to ten, where zero is extremely dissatisfied and ten is extremely satisfied. Provider satisfaction was rated by respondents on the following criteria:

  • Overall satisfaction with the electricity provider.
  • Client service: i.e. staff are available, helpful, resolve problems effectively.
  • Value for money: i.e. quality of service for price paid.
  • Bill and cost clarity: i.e. information provided on the bill is clear, easy to understand, etc.
  • Online tools and advice: i.e. apps to monitor usage, account management, etc.
  • Ease of sign up

The winning brand is the one that receives the highest overall satisfaction rating once all the scores from the overall satisfaction criteria are combined and averaged.

  • Overall satisfaction is asked as a specific question and represents an individual measure, not a combined total of all criteria.
  • When we cannot determine a clear winner from the criteria for the overall satisfaction rating, we will then look at the other criteria measured in the rating.
    • The brand with the highest number of five-star ratings within the supporting criteria will become the five-star recipient in overall satisfaction, and thus win the award. If a clear leader still cannot be determined from the supporting criteria, joint winners will be declared.

Brands must have received at least 30 responses to be included, so not all brands available in the market have been compared in this survey. The brands rated in this survey are listed below in order of best overall satisfaction.

Best small business electricity providers:

  1. Red Energy
  2. Synergy
  3. EnergyAustralia
  4. Origin
  5. AGL

Topping the tables for the second year in a row is Red Energy, which scored five stars across most categories including overall satisfaction, value for money, client service, bill and cost clarity and ease of sign-up.

Rounding out the top three this year is Synergy and EnergyAustralia, both with four stars for overall satisfaction.

Find more detailed information on our ratings methodology.


 

Best small business electricity providers:

  1. Red Energy
  2. Synergy
  3. EnergyAustralia
  4. Origin Energy
  5. AGL

1. Red Energy


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Red Energy is back at the top of our business electricity ratings, earning an impressive five stars for almost every category in 2025. This includes five stars for overall satisfaction, value for money, client service, bill and cost clarity and ease of sign-up.

Editor’s notes

Snowy Hydro-owned Red Energy offers a range of products for small to medium businesses in New South Wales, Victoria, South East Queensland, South Australia and the Australian Capital Territory. Options include standard business saver plans, as well as plans with bonus Qantas Points. Red Energy’s plans include no lock-in contracts or exit fees, flexible payment options and e-Billing and communications. Business customers can also sign up for dual fuel, with gas products also offered across all states.

2. Synergy


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Synergy was rated five stars for value for money, online tools and advice and ease of sign-up and four stars for overall satisfaction and client service.

Editor’s notes

Perth-based provider Synergy offers a range of plans for small business energy customers in the city and surrounds. Each plan comes with unique inclusions, including variable or fixed rates and anytime or on/off peak pricing. Additional savings may be available to customers who bundle their business gas, although most energy plans require a 24-month contract.

3. EnergyAustralia


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EnergyAustralia earned five stars for value for money and ease of sign-up and four stars for overall satisfaction in our 2025 ratings.

Editor’s notes

EnergyAustralia offers electricity and natural gas plans to small businesses across NSW, VIC, QLD, SA and the ACT. Its business product range mirrors its residential range, with variable rates and no lock-in contracts available as well as fixed-rate options. Market offer plans generally include guaranteed discounts on your total bill and a one year benefit period. EnergyAustralia’s plans also include solar feed-in tariffs and optional GreenPower add-ons.

4. Origin Energy


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Origin Energy was awarded five stars for ease of sign-up and earned four stars for overall satisfaction, value for money, client service, bill and cost clarity and online tools and advice.

Editor’s notes

Origin Energy’s business products follow a similar structure to that of its residential offerings, sticking with two to three market offers in each area for electricity and natural gas. Leaning more towards variable rates, its plans differ between 12-month or ongoing benefit periods, but all come with no exit fees. The retailer currently offers business electricity, natural gas, LPG and solar products across NSW, VIC, QLD, SA and the ACT. WA businesses may also be eligible for gas products.

5. AGL


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AGL received four stars for value for money and ease of sign-up and took out three stars for most other categories in 2025, including overall satisfaction, client service, bill and cost clarity and online tools and advice.

Editor’s notes

AGL offers a selection of electricity and natural gas variable rate contracts to small businesses across NSW, VIC, QLD and SA. These plans come with varying benefit periods, along with no exit fees or lock-in contracts. Alongside its natural gas and electricity offers, the retailer also plays into the solar space for business customers, with plans and packages available.


MYOB Accounting Software

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Business Lite

For sole traders and small businesses with up to 2 employees.

  • Track GST and lodge BAS
  • Manage inventory and orders
  • Add payroll for up to 2 employees ($2.00/month per employee)
  • Buy 1 month, get 6 months free
  • Base subscriptions only. New customers only. T&Cs Apply.
From $34.00/month
min. cost $34.00
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Business Pro

For small to medium businesses with multiple employees.

  • Connect unlimited bank accounts
  • Create and send sales orders
  • Add payroll for up to 2 employees ($2.00/month per employee)
  • Get 6 months free when you pay for your first month
  • Base subscriptions only. New customers only. T&Cs Apply.
$63.00/month
min. cost $63.00
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AccountRight Plus

For established businesses needing to fast track pay runs and inventory.

  • Unlimited inventory
  • Priority support
  • Unlimited payroll at no extra cost
  • Save 50% in your first 3 months
  • Base subscriptions only. New customers only. T&Cs Apply.
$75.00/month
min. cost $75.00
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AccountRight Premier

For complex businesses managing multiple locations, jobs or currencies.

  • Unlimited inventory
  • Priority support
  • Unlimited payroll at no extra cost
  • 50% off in your first 3 Months
  • Base subscriptions only. New customers only. T&Cs Apply.
$97.50/month
min. cost $97.50
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Payroll Only

For businesses that need standalone payroll for up to 4 employees

  • Simple pay runs
  • Direct reporting to the ATO
  • Automated tax compliance
  • Automates superannuation contributions
  • Online employee onboarding
  • Automated annual leave calculations
  • $9 for 24 months
  • Base subscriptions only. New customers only. T&Cs Apply.
$9.00/2 years
min. cost $9.00
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Solo by MYOB

The all-in-one mobile app for sole operators, freelancers, and the self-employed.

  • Snap and track expenses
  • Enable in-person payments with Tap to Pay†
  • Create and send unlimited invoices
  • $12 for 12 months
  • Base subscriptions only. New customers only. T&Cs Apply.
$12.00/year
min. cost $12.00
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Other business electricity providers in Australia

Business energy has become big ‘business’ to electricity providers in Australia, not least because the usage needs of business customers are generally a lot higher than your typical household’s. While some providers publish specific energy rates for business customers, many instead operate on a personalised basis where rates are tailored or negotiated based on the specific customer’s needs.

In addition to the energy providers included in this report, there are a number of retailers that primarily or exclusively serve business customers, including:

The advantage of these retailers is that they specialise in and understand the needs of business electricity customers. In addition to standard retail services, some of these energy companies also undertake energy audits for customers to help them understand how they can manage their energy usage, or offer commercial solar packages or plans. They may also provide personal account managers so you always have a specific contact to get in touch with. Of course, if you’re not interested in these extras and services, and you’re simply looking for the cheapest price, you’ll need to shop around and get quotes from multiple providers.

Which business electricity provider should you choose?

If you haven’t compared electricity providers recently, your energy bills could be unnecessarily cutting into the bottom line of your business. But which electricity company is best?

For most Aussie business owners, the biggest energy concerns lie in price and usage. Over one third (36%) of respondents in our 2025 survey said their business tries to save energy where possible, while 17% said that the cost of power was their business’ greatest financial concern. If your business holds similar sentiments, then choosing a provider may come down to the cheapest price possible, or whether it has any energy efficiency or demand response programs that could help to offset the rising cost of energy.

Alternatively, only 8% of respondents said they opt for greener or carbon neutral energy plans for their business, with a further 9% agreeing that they recently installed solar panels to cut back on energy costs. These kinds of customers may choose then to focus on a retailer that can cater to clean energy initiatives on their behalf, or offer a plan that will help return the most on their solar investment in the years to come.

Remember that every business is unique, and the needs of your company may be different to those of another. What’s important is that you understand how your business uses power, and you’ve considered what your business could do to be more energy efficient. It also pays to regularly shop around to ensure you’re on the best deal for your business needs.

Meet our energy experts


Tara Donnelly: Utilities Editor

Tara Donnelly is Canstar Blue’s Utilities Editor, leading the team that focuses on energy, telecommunications and consumer technology. She has spent more than a decade covering these topics in Australia, the US and Canada, and has authored over 500 Canstar Blue articles.
Her expertise has seen her appear in national media including 9 News, 7 News, Sunrise, the ABC , The Australian Financial Review, 4BC Radio and The Sydney Morning Herald.
Tara has been nominated for multiple awards for her technology reporting, including Canstar Blue’s highly commended recognition for Best Consumer Technology Coverage in 2024.
She has a Bachelor of Communications from the University of Canberra and is passionate about simplifying complex subjects so consumers aren’t just informed, they’re connected and confident.

You can read more of Tara’s published articles and follow Tara on LinkedIn.

Meet the Editorial Team

Samantha Mauro-Todd: Consumer Research SpecialistSam Howse Research Specialist

Samantha Mauro-Todd is Canstar Blue’s Consumer Research Specialist, coordinating the consumer research program behind our customer satisfaction awards across Canstar and Canstar Blue in Australia and New Zealand. Sam has earned a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) from Griffith University and, with seven years in market research and two years in marketing, she is experienced in survey design, implementation and analysis, coupled with an understanding of marketing principles and best practice.

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FAQs about business electricity

How much electricity does a business use?

According to recent data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australian businesses consume about 154,439 gigawatt-hours of electricity per year, collectively. The actual amount of electricity a business consumes however, will depend on its size, hours of operation, energy efficiency and overall power usage needs.

What is the average small business electricity bill in Australia?

According to Canstar Blue’s 2025 small business data, the average quarterly electricity bill for small businesses in Australia was $832 – noticeably down from $995 in 2024. New South Wales businesses were found to have the highest spend, with $901 recorded per quarter, while South Australia businesses paid $686 a quarter.

Past ratings

Here are the previous winners of Canstar Blue’s Small Business Electricity Providers Customer Satisfaction Award:

  • 2024: Red Energy
  • 2023: Alinta Energy
  • 2022: Alinta Energy
  • 2021: Red Energy
  • 2020: Alinta Energy
  • 2019: Alinta Energy
  • 2018: Origin Energy
  • 2017: EnergyAustralia
  • 2016: EnergyAustralia
  • 2015: AGL

 

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