Price Comparison Websites

Approved price comparison websites

If you are thinking about switching supplier, the CRU recommends using one of its accredited price comparison websites. Using an accredited website can save you time and help you check whether another plan may offer better value for your household.

The four websites accredited by the CRU under the updated framework are:

• Bonkers.ie
• Energyswitch.ie
• Powertoswitch.ie
• Switcher.ie

Clear, independent and accurate information

CRU-accredited price comparison websites must provide clear, independent and accurate information. They compare available electricity and gas offers to help you identify the price plan and supplier that best suit your needs.

Accredited websites must be independent of energy suppliers and show the offers available in the market. This gives you reliable information to support your decision.

Personalised comparisons under the updated framework

The CRU updated its accreditation framework to reflect changes in the energy market, including smart meters, microgeneration and new types of tariffs. Under the updated framework, accredited websites must:

• Use smart meter data to provide a comparison based on how you use electricity.
• Take account of electricity exported from solar panels when comparing offers for customers with microgeneration.
• Offer a comparison of dynamic electricity tariffs .

Switching through a comparison website

Some accredited price comparison websites allow you to switch supplier directly through the website, making the process quicker and easier.

How we approve these websites

As the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) we approve certain price comparison websites via an accreditation process. We carry out ongoing reviews and audits of the accredited price comparison websites. This means you are always getting clear, independent and accurate information from them. Find out further information on how CRU accredits price comparison websites.