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Flexible Octopus by Octopus Energy: regional prices, payment types, fuel options & Economy 7

A UK-focused guide to every current version of Flexible Octopus from Octopus Energy, including Dual Fuel, Electricity options, payment methods such as Cash / Cheque, Monthly Direct Debit, Economy 7 and standard-rate versions and pricing across 14 PES regions.

  • See the main Flexible Octopus option groups in one place
  • Check region-by-region unit rates and standing charges for your exact service type, payment method and meter setup
  • Compare this tariff fairly with the wider market using your postcode and usage
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Unit rates and standing charges vary by region, meter type, service type and payment method. A postcode-level quote is still the fairest comparison.

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Fast answer: what most people should know about Flexible Octopus

Flexible Octopus is best treated as a single tariff family page because the same tariff name can appear across multiple service types, payment methods, Economy 7 settings and 14 PES regions. The best version for you depends on your postcode, meter setup and how you actually pay for energy.

Editor's rule of thumb: compare only like-for-like. If you are on Direct Debit, compare Direct Debit. If you need Economy 7, compare Economy 7. If you want dual fuel, do not compare it against an electricity-only row and assume the result is equivalent.

Key takeaways

  • Service types: Dual Fuel, Electricity
  • Payment methods: Cash / Cheque, Monthly Direct Debit
  • Regions covered: 14 PES regions
  • Economy 7: available on at least one option group

What to have ready

  • Your postcode for regional pricing
  • Your meter type, including Economy 7 if relevant
  • Your annual usage or a recent bill
  • Your preferred payment method
  • Whether you need electricity-only, gas-only or dual fuel

If you're in a hurry

Use a whole-of-market quote first, then check the exact row in the regional tables below that matches your setup.

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Compare Flexible Octopus with the wider market

This tariff can look different depending on region, service type, payment method and Economy 7 status. That means the fairest comparison is always postcode-based and like-for-like.

Good to know: a tariff that looks cheapest in one PES region may not be cheapest in another. Use your postcode rather than relying on a headline national figure.

What happens after you compare?

  1. We estimate annual costs using your postcode, meter type and payment method.
  2. You can compare that result with the relevant Flexible Octopus option group on this page.
  3. If you proceed, choose the exact regional row that matches your setup before switching.

Always review tariff facts and contract terms before you complete a switch.

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Flexible Octopus option groups explained

To keep this page useful and SEO-friendly, we group the underlying records by service type, payment method and Economy 7. Inside each group, you can then see the regional prices across the PES areas we hold.

Fuel / service types

Current records show these service types for Flexible Octopus: Dual Fuel, Electricity.

  • Dual fuel can be convenient but is not always cheapest.
  • Single-fuel options may suit households comparing separate suppliers.

Payment types

Current payment methods listed include Cash / Cheque, Monthly Direct Debit.

  • Always compare the same payment method.
  • Direct Debit, bill payment and prepayment can produce different annual costs.

Regional prices

This page includes regional records across 14 PES regions, because energy prices are not the same everywhere in Great Britain.

  • Use postcode-based quotes for the most accurate comparison.
  • Unit rates and standing charges vary by region and are shown in the tables below.

Internal links for this tariff cluster

Read our Octopus Energy supplier guide, browse all Octopus Energy tariffs, or compare broader categories such as Economy 7, dual fuel and Direct Debit tariffs.

Lowest electricity unit rate shown

The lowest electricity unit rate currently shown is 23.673p/kWh under the Dual Fuel / Monthly Direct Debit / standard-rate option group. Rates range up to 29.089p/kWh across regions for this group. A postcode-level quote is needed to estimate your annual cost.

Flexible Octopus comparison table (grouped by option type)

This summary table groups the tariff by the differences that matter most: service type, payment method and Economy 7. Each row then links to a regional breakdown so you can see all PES-region unit rates and standing charges.

Service type Payment method Economy 7 Regions Elec rate range (p/kWh) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Details
Dual Fuel Cash / Cheque No 28 24.991 – 29.979 Variable None shown View regional prices
Dual Fuel Cash / Cheque Yes 28 30.533 – 37.036 Variable None shown View regional prices
Dual Fuel Monthly Direct Debit No 28 23.673 – 29.089 Variable None shown View regional prices
Dual Fuel Monthly Direct Debit Yes 28 28.938 – 36.229 Variable None shown View regional prices
Electricity Cash / Cheque No 28 24.991 – 29.979 Variable None shown View regional prices
Electricity Cash / Cheque Yes 28 30.533 – 37.036 Variable None shown View regional prices
Electricity Monthly Direct Debit No 28 23.673 – 29.089 Variable None shown View regional prices
Electricity Monthly Direct Debit Yes 28 28.938 – 36.229 Variable None shown View regional prices

Decision checklist

  • Pick the right fuel/service type first.
  • Keep the payment method the same across comparisons.
  • Only choose an Economy 7 row if your meter and usage pattern suit it.
  • Use your postcode to sense-check the regional prices.

Why regional rows matter

  • Standing charges and unit rates vary by PES region.
  • A tariff that looks cheap nationally may be less competitive in your area.
  • Regional differences can materially change annual cost estimates.

Dual Fuel, Cash / Cheque, standard-rate: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Gas rate (p/kWh) Gas standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 24.991 55.39 5.899 36.59 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
East Midlands 27.778 55.39 5.999 40.04 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 26.324 54.55 5.976 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 28.772 54.55 6.074 39.95 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 26.279 51.57 6.229 36.56 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 27.887 52.36 6.238 40.86 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 27.651 76.25 5.994 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 29.979 76.25 6.150 40.72 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 25.224 59.30 5.990 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 27.876 59.30 6.062 40.34 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 25.136 66.16 5.997 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 27.636 66.16 6.143 40.43 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 26.077 54.95 5.951 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 29.336 57.46 6.104 40.46 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 26.409 65.36 5.944 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 29.251 67.30 6.097 40.50 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 25.755 62.85 5.944 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 28.071 62.85 6.097 40.53 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 26.628 53.90 6.034 36.57 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 29.157 53.90 6.034 39.89 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 26.370 50.92 6.210 36.56 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 28.715 50.92 6.210 39.76 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 26.286 57.99 6.148 36.57 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 29.070 57.99 6.316 40.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 26.355 60.33 6.203 36.57 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 29.048 60.33 6.357 39.93 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 25.179 64.95 5.982 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 27.576 64.95 6.109 40.41 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff

Dual Fuel, Cash / Cheque, Economy 7: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) E7 off-peak (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Gas rate (p/kWh) Gas standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 30.533 13.611 54.89 5.899 36.59 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
East Midlands 34.322 15.301 54.89 5.999 40.04 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 32.537 13.649 54.96 5.976 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 35.985 15.095 54.96 6.074 39.95 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 32.323 13.656 51.50 6.229 36.56 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 34.901 14.745 52.04 6.238 40.86 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 33.786 14.719 75.60 5.994 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 37.036 16.135 75.60 6.150 40.72 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 30.893 13.717 59.07 5.990 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 34.510 15.324 59.07 6.062 40.34 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 30.883 13.393 65.47 5.997 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 34.392 14.914 65.47 6.143 40.43 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 31.994 13.696 54.87 5.951 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 36.321 15.549 56.86 6.104 40.46 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 32.231 14.264 65.26 5.944 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 36.071 15.964 68.25 6.097 40.50 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 31.037 14.470 63.85 5.944 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 34.236 15.961 63.85 6.097 40.53 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 32.767 13.871 54.34 6.034 36.57 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 36.303 15.368 54.34 6.034 39.89 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 32.657 13.586 51.08 6.210 36.56 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 36.005 14.978 51.08 6.210 39.76 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 32.296 13.951 57.06 6.148 36.57 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 36.081 15.587 57.06 6.316 40.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 32.525 13.626 60.96 6.203 36.57 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 36.254 15.189 60.96 6.357 39.93 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 30.566 14.113 64.42 5.982 36.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 33.881 15.644 64.42 6.109 40.41 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff

Dual Fuel, Monthly Direct Debit, standard-rate: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Gas rate (p/kWh) Gas standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 23.673 48.81 5.602 28.69 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
East Midlands 26.888 48.81 5.790 33.46 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 24.936 47.98 5.674 28.61 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 27.884 47.98 5.866 33.38 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 24.897 44.29 5.915 29.47 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 26.999 45.78 6.029 34.28 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 26.193 69.67 5.692 29.34 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 29.089 69.67 5.941 34.14 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 23.894 52.73 5.688 28.97 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 26.988 52.73 5.853 33.76 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 23.809 59.59 5.694 29.06 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 26.747 59.59 5.934 33.85 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 24.703 47.08 5.651 29.08 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 28.448 50.88 5.895 33.88 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 25.017 57.02 5.645 29.14 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 28.362 60.72 5.888 33.92 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 24.396 56.28 5.645 29.16 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 27.181 56.28 5.888 33.95 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 25.226 47.32 5.801 28.53 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 28.268 47.32 5.825 33.31 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 24.982 44.35 5.940 28.42 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 27.827 44.35 6.002 33.19 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 24.901 51.42 5.837 29.21 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 28.181 51.42 6.107 34.01 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 24.966 53.76 5.891 28.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 28.159 53.76 6.148 33.35 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 23.850 58.37 5.679 29.04 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 26.688 58.37 5.900 33.83 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff

Dual Fuel, Monthly Direct Debit, Economy 7: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) E7 off-peak (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Gas rate (p/kWh) Gas standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 28.938 12.900 48.32 5.602 28.69 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
East Midlands 33.521 14.943 48.32 5.790 33.46 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 30.839 12.936 48.39 5.674 28.61 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 35.171 14.753 48.39 5.866 33.38 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 30.636 12.943 43.86 5.915 29.47 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 34.088 14.403 45.47 6.029 34.28 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 32.022 13.950 69.03 5.692 29.34 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 36.229 15.784 69.03 5.941 34.14 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 29.278 13.000 52.49 5.688 28.97 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 33.708 14.967 52.49 5.853 33.76 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 29.268 12.691 58.90 5.694 29.06 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 33.584 14.564 58.90 5.934 33.85 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 30.323 12.982 46.37 5.651 29.08 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 35.510 15.203 50.29 5.895 33.88 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 30.547 13.520 57.73 5.645 29.14 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 35.266 15.609 61.68 5.888 33.92 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 29.415 13.713 57.28 5.645 29.16 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 33.444 15.590 57.28 5.888 33.95 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 31.056 13.147 47.76 5.801 28.53 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 35.491 15.023 47.76 5.825 33.31 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 30.953 12.876 44.51 5.940 28.42 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 35.190 14.639 44.51 6.002 33.19 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 30.609 13.223 50.48 5.837 29.21 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 35.273 15.239 50.48 6.107 34.01 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 30.826 12.915 54.39 5.891 28.58 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 35.441 14.848 54.39 6.148 33.35 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 28.967 13.376 57.84 5.679 29.04 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 33.087 15.278 57.84 5.900 33.83 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff

Electricity, Cash / Cheque, standard-rate: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 24.991 55.39 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
East Midlands 27.778 55.39 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 26.324 54.55 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 28.772 54.55 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 26.279 51.57 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 27.887 52.36 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 27.651 76.25 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 29.979 76.25 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 25.224 59.30 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 27.876 59.30 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 25.136 66.16 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 27.636 66.16 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 26.077 54.95 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 29.336 57.46 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 26.409 65.36 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 29.251 67.30 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 25.755 62.85 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 28.071 62.85 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 26.628 53.90 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 29.157 53.90 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 26.370 50.92 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 28.715 50.92 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 26.286 57.99 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 29.070 57.99 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 26.355 60.33 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 29.048 60.33 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 25.179 64.95 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 27.576 64.95 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff

Electricity, Cash / Cheque, Economy 7: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) E7 off-peak (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 30.533 13.611 54.89 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
East Midlands 34.322 15.301 54.89 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 32.537 13.649 54.96 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 35.985 15.095 54.96 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 32.323 13.656 51.50 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 34.901 14.745 52.04 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 33.786 14.719 75.60 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 37.036 16.135 75.60 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 30.893 13.717 59.07 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 34.510 15.324 59.07 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 30.883 13.393 65.47 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 34.392 14.914 65.47 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 31.994 13.696 54.87 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 36.321 15.549 56.86 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 32.231 14.264 65.26 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 36.071 15.964 68.25 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 31.037 14.470 63.85 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 34.236 15.961 63.85 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 32.767 13.871 54.34 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 36.303 15.368 54.34 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 32.657 13.586 51.08 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 36.005 14.978 51.08 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 32.296 13.951 57.06 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 36.081 15.587 57.06 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 32.525 13.626 60.96 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 36.254 15.189 60.96 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 30.566 14.113 64.42 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 33.881 15.644 64.42 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff

Electricity, Monthly Direct Debit, standard-rate: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 23.673 48.81 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
East Midlands 26.888 48.81 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 24.936 47.98 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 27.884 47.98 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 24.897 44.29 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 26.999 45.78 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 26.193 69.67 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 29.089 69.67 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 23.894 52.73 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 26.988 52.73 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 23.809 59.59 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 26.747 59.59 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 24.703 47.08 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 28.448 50.88 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 25.017 57.02 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 28.362 60.72 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 24.396 56.28 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 27.181 56.28 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 25.226 47.32 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 28.268 47.32 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 24.982 44.35 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 27.827 44.35 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 24.901 51.42 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 28.181 51.42 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 24.966 53.76 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 28.159 53.76 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 23.850 58.37 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 26.688 58.37 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff

Electricity, Monthly Direct Debit, Economy 7: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) E7 off-peak (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 28.938 12.900 48.32 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
East Midlands 33.521 14.943 48.32 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 30.839 12.936 48.39 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Eastern 35.171 14.753 48.39 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 30.636 12.943 43.86 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
London 34.088 14.403 45.47 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 32.022 13.950 69.03 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Manweb 36.229 15.784 69.03 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 29.278 13.000 52.49 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Midlands 33.708 14.967 52.49 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 29.268 12.691 58.90 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Northern 33.584 14.564 58.90 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 30.323 12.982 46.37 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Norweb 35.510 15.203 50.29 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 30.547 13.520 57.73 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Hydro 35.266 15.609 61.68 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 29.415 13.713 57.28 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Scottish Power 33.444 15.590 57.28 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 31.056 13.147 47.76 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Seeboard 35.491 15.023 47.76 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 30.953 12.876 44.51 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Southern 35.190 14.639 44.51 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 30.609 13.223 50.48 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Swalec 35.273 15.239 50.48 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 30.826 12.915 54.39 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
SWEB 35.441 14.848 54.39 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 28.967 13.376 57.84 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff
Yorkshire 33.087 15.278 57.84 Variable None shown Switch to this tariff

Costs, exclusions and common pitfalls to check

Most mistakes happen when the wrong regional or payment-type version of the tariff is compared. Use these checks before switching.

1) Region matters

There are separate regional records because energy pricing differs across PES areas. Do not assume a headline price applies nationally.

2) Payment method affects price

Direct Debit, bill payment and prepayment variants can differ materially. Compare like-for-like only.

3) Economy 7 is usage-sensitive

Economy 7 can help if enough usage is overnight, but can cost more overall if most use is daytime.

4) Fuel bundle changes the comparison

Dual fuel should not be compared directly with electricity-only rows unless you normalise the usage assumptions.

5) Exit fees reduce flexibility

No exit fee is currently shown on the records listed, but always confirm before switching.

6) Postcode still beats region-only estimates

Region is useful for guidance, but a postcode-based quote is more precise because it reflects the actual tariff availability and pricing for your home.

Helpful shortcut: if you are not sure this is the right product family, compare all Octopus Energy tariffs before drilling into the regional tables.

Flexible Octopus: FAQs

Why are there so many records for the same tariff name?

Because the tariff can vary by service type, payment method, Economy 7 status and region. This page groups them together so you can compare them in one place.

Are prices for Flexible Octopus the same in every region?

No. This page includes region-level records because unit rates and standing charges differ across PES regions. Your postcode is still the best way to confirm what you would actually pay.

Does Flexible Octopus come with Economy 7?

Yes. At least one Economy 7 option group is currently listed on this page, with separate day and off-peak unit rates shown per region.

Can I get Flexible Octopus as electricity-only, gas-only or dual fuel?

Current records show these service types: Dual Fuel, Electricity. Availability still depends on your home and supplier rules.

How do I switch to the exact regional option I want?

Use the grouped comparison table to find the right option type, then choose the regional row below it that matches your area and click the switch link.

Can I compare this with other tariffs from the same supplier?

Yes. Visit the Octopus Energy tariffs page to compare other current products from the same supplier.

Will switching affect my supply?

In normal circumstances, no. The switch is administrative and your supply continues while the new tariff is set up.

Trust, methodology and related pages

Page details

Supplier
Octopus Energy
Tariff family
Flexible Octopus
Regions shown
14
Page type
Canonical tariff family page

How we assess Flexible Octopus

  • Grouped tariff view: we group records with the same tariff name into one page to avoid duplicate pages and to make comparison easier.
  • Regional realism: we show multiple PES-region records because energy prices vary by area.
  • Like-for-like comparison: we encourage comparison using the same payment method, service type and meter assumptions wherever possible.
  • Rate transparency: we show actual unit rates (p/kWh) and standing charges (p/day) so you can estimate costs using your own usage figures.
  • Availability caveat: the exact tariff you can join may still depend on your postcode and supplier eligibility checks.

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Updated on 2 Apr 2026