Does Red Energy offer EV plans?

Electric vehicle (EV) owners may be eligible for Red Energy’s Red EV Saver plan in NSW, SEQ, ACT, VIC and SA. Customers on this plan can access free electricity between 12pm-2pm on weekends (excluding GreenPower and supply charges). Eligible customers must sign-up online, have a smart meter and proof of EV registration.

Does Red Energy offer GreenPower?

Red Energy offers 100% GreenPower for an extra 3.3 cents per kilowatt hour (kWh), so you can power your electricity completely with renewable energy.

Does Red Energy offer seniors plans?

While Red Energy doesn’t offer senior-specific energy plans, seniors holding eligible concession cards can apply for the available government concessions.

Does Red Energy offer fixed rate plans?

All of Red Energy’s plans are variable, which means that the amount you pay for each kWh of electricity you use per day can change at any time.

Does Red Energy offer a financial hardship program?

Customers facing financial hardship can access Red Energy’s EvenPay program. Its 100% Australian-based customer support team can create a personalised payment schedule in weekly, fortnightly or monthly installments. For more information, contact Red Energy.

Does Red Energy offer any concessions?

You may be eligible for federal and state government energy concessions and rebates. If you already have a concession, you can add it to your plan or edit details via Red Energy’s website or app.

Does Red Energy offer electricity for small businesses?

Red Energy has two variable electricity and gas plans for small businesses to choose from: Red Business Saver Qantas Red Business Plus

Red Energy Plans and Prices

Written by

Katrina HasdellEnergy Writer

Edited by

Tara DonnellyUtilities Editor

1 Oct, 2025

Fact Checked

About Red Energy

Red Energy is owned by Snowy Hydro, known for the Snowy Mountains hydroelectricity scheme.

It provides electricity and natural gas to over one million Australians in New South Wales, Victoria, South East Queensland, South Australia and the Australian Capital Territory.

Red Energy offers a range of sign-up incentives, including Frequent Flyer points thanks to its partnership with Qantas.

Red Energy pros and cons

Pros

Qantas Frequent Flyer points available on eligible plans
Offers a wide variety of plans, including Taronga Zoo, Qantas and Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) plans
GreenPower add-ons available.

Cons

No fixed rate energy plans
Solar-specific plans only available in QLD
Fees apply for connection, disconnection and metering.

Red Energy electricity

Red Energy’s current electricity plans on Canstar’s database are:

Living Energy Saver
Qantas Red Saver
Red BCNA Saver
Red EV Saver
Red Taronga Flex
Red Wildlife Saver

Not all plans are available in all states.

Red Energy plans in NSW

Provider	Plan name	Est. annual cost (inc. all discounts)	Est. annual cost (ex. conditional discounts)	Reference price comparison (Basic Plan Information)
Red Energy	Living Energy Saver	$1,614	$1,614	18% less
Red Energy	Qantas Red Saver	$1,614	$1,614	18% less
Red Energy	Red BCNA Saver	$1,614	$1,614	18% less
Red Energy	Red EV Saver	$1,614	$1,614	18% less

Results updated 01-10-2025 for Red Energy energy plans on Canstar's database. The results in the table above are sorted by Estimated annual cost including all discounts (Low-High) then Estimated annual cost excluding conditional discount (Low-High). Results for residential customers in Sydney 2000, Australia in the Ausgrid network, where general usage is 3,900 kWh / year on a Single Rate tariff. Lowest annual cost displayed, your bill will differ based on actual usage. Based on general usage, the AER Reference Price is $1,965 / year. *All prices listed are inclusive of GST except where indicated.

Red Energy plans in QLD

Provider	Plan name	Est. annual cost (inc. all discounts)	Est. annual cost (ex. conditional discounts)	Reference price comparison (Basic Plan Information)
Red Energy	Living Energy Saver	$1,835	$1,835	14% less
Red Energy	Qantas Red Saver	$1,835	$1,835	14% less
Red Energy	Living Energy Solar Saver	$2,004	$2,004	6% less
Red Energy	Qantas Red Solar Saver	$2,004	$2,004	6% less

Results updated 01-10-2025 for Red Energy energy plans on Canstar's database. The results in the table above are sorted by Estimated annual cost including all discounts (Low-High) then Estimated annual cost excluding conditional discount (Low-High). Results for residential customers in Brisbane 4000, Australia in the Energex network, where general usage is 4,600 kWh / year on a Single Rate tariff. Lowest annual cost displayed, your bill will differ based on actual usage. Based on general usage, the AER Reference Price is $2,143 / year. *All prices listed are inclusive of GST except where indicated.

Red Energy plans in SA

Provider	Plan name	Est. annual cost (inc. all discounts)	Est. annual cost (ex. conditional discounts)	Reference price comparison (Basic Plan Information)
Red Energy	Living Energy Saver	$2,107	$2,107	8% less
Red Energy	Qantas Red Saver	$2,107	$2,107	8% less
Red Energy	Red BCNA Saver	$2,107	$2,107	8% less
Red Energy	Red EV Saver	$2,107	$2,107	8% less

Results updated 01-10-2025 for Red Energy energy plans on Canstar's database. The results in the table above are sorted by Estimated annual cost including all discounts (Low-High) then Estimated annual cost excluding conditional discount (Low-High). Results for residential customers in Adelaide 5000, Australia in the SA Power Networks network, where general usage is 4,000 kWh / year on a Single Rate tariff. Lowest annual cost displayed, your bill will differ based on actual usage. Based on general usage, the AER Reference Price is $2,301 / year. *All prices listed are inclusive of GST except where indicated.

Red Energy plans in VIC

Provider	Plan name	Est. annual cost (inc. all discounts)	Est. annual cost (ex. conditional discounts)	Reference price comparison (Energy Fact Sheet)
Red Energy	Living Energy Saver	$1,392	$1,392	10% less
Red Energy	Qantas Red Saver	$1,392	$1,392	10% less
Red Energy	Red BCNA Saver	$1,392	$1,392	10% less
Red Energy	Red EV Saver	$1,392	$1,392	10% less

Results updated 01-10-2025 for Red Energy energy plans on Canstar's database. The results in the table above are sorted by Estimated annual cost including all discounts (Low-High) then Estimated annual cost excluding conditional discount (Low-High). Results for residential customers in Melbourne 3000, Australia in the Citipower network, where general usage is 4,000 kWh / year on a Single Rate tariff. Lowest annual cost displayed, your bill will differ based on actual usage. Based on general usage, the Victorian Default Offer (VDO) is $1,546 / year. *All prices listed are inclusive of GST except where indicated.

Red Energy natural gas

Red Energy sells natural gas in NSW, QLD, SA, VIC and ACT. Its gas plans are similar to its electricity deals in terms of name and incentives.

Qantas Red Saver
Red Taronga Flex
Living Energy Saver
BCNA Saver.

Red Energy solar

Red Energy offers two solar-specific plans in QLD:

Living Energy Solar Saver
Qantas Red Solar Saver.

Red Energy offers the following FiTs on standard plans:

NSW	VIC	SA	QLD
2.7-8.2c/kWh	1c/kWh	2c/kWh	1-5c/kWh

Red Energy benefits and rewards

Red Energy Rewards

While Red Energy doesn’t have a specific rewards program, Qantas Frequent Flyer members can earn points on Qantas Red Saver plans at sign up, and for paying bills on time. Customers will earn 2 points per $1 spent on Red Energy bills.

It also offers a refer-a-friend reward of a $25 eGift card for both you and your friend or Qantas points.

Utilities bundling

Red Energy doesn’t offer discounts for bundling electricity and gas plans.

Red Energy accounts and billing

Red Energy MyAccount

Red Energy’s app includes access to the following account features:

Bill payments: Pay your bill, check due dates and upcoming payments.
Account management: Move your services to a new address and update personal and billing information.
Solar support: See how much solar energy you’ve exported and how much bill credit you’ve received in return.
Add concession details: Eligible concession card holders can add or edit their details.
Check energy usage: Check how much energy your household uses each day.

Red Energy website

You can also access your account via the Red Energy website which has the same functions as the app.

How do customers rate Red Energy?

Red Energy has rated among the top picks in one of Canstar's customer satisfaction surveys.

Find out more about our award ratings and methodology.

Should I choose Red Energy?

Red Energy offers multiple plans with extras, including charitable donations. Its BCNA plan donates part of every bill payment to the Breast Cancer Network - up to $60 per year for electricity and $60 per year for gas.

Its Qantas Red Saver Plans include bonus Frequent Flyer points for program members, and the Red Taronga Flex plan includes an annual Zoo Friends Family membership for one adult and any children under 16.

Its wide range of plans cater to various energy needs, including solar and EV owners. Red Energy is also Canstar’s 2024 Most Satisfied Customers - Electricity Providers winner in NSW, QLD, and for small business nationwide.

FAQs about Red Energy

This article was reviewed by our Utilities Editor Tara Donnelly before it was published as part of Canstar’s fact-checking process.

Katrina HasdellEnergy Writer

Katrina Hasdell is an Energy Writer at Canstar, where she covers Australia’s retail energy market. Having written more than 100 energy-related articles for Canstar, Katrina is dedicated to providing consumers with easy-to-read information on their energy options so they can get better deals on electricity, solar power and more. She previously wrote content for Australia’s leading home services company, Pulse Home Services, while completing her BA in professional writing and publishing at Curtin University. You can follow Katrina on LinkedIn.