How we determine plan compatibility
Our Plan Database
Every night, we update our database with over 10,500 residential electricity plans from all providers across the National Electricity Market (NEM). This ensures you're always comparing current, accurate and independent plan information.
The Matching Process
When finding suitable plans for you, we use a thorough filtering process to ensure you're only seeing plans you can actually switch to. Here's how it works:
1. Location Check
First, we check which plans are available at your address. Energy retailers often have different offerings for different areas, so we start by filtering plans based on your postcode.
2. Eligibility Requirements
We then filter out plans you wouldn't be eligible for, such as:
- Plans with minimum usage requirements
- Members-only plans
- Plans only available through third-party providers
- Plans with special eligibility criteria
3. Technical Compatibility
This is where we get technical - and it's crucial. We check each remaining plan against your current meter configuration and tariff structure. This step ensures you can switch seamlessly to any plan we recommend.
Why Technical Compatibility Matters
Your meter type and tariff structure determine how your energy usage is measured and charged. Changing these isn't as simple as changing plans - it often requires physical meter updates or network configuration changes.
We prioritise showing you plans that:
- Work with your existing meter setup
- Match your current tariff structure
- Allow for a straightforward switch
What About Other Plans?
Sometimes there might be plans with better rates that require a different tariff structure. While these could potentially save you more money, they're not included in our standard matching algorithm because:
- Changing tariffs can be complex
- It might require meter modifications
- The process varies between network areas
- It could involve additional costs
Need More Options?
If you're interested in exploring plans that require tariff changes, we can help! Just reach out to our team at support@automised.energy. If we receive enough requests, we might add this as a user preference in the future.
Our Promise
We believe in making energy comparisons straightforward and achievable. By focusing on technically compatible plans, we ensure that:
- Any plan you select can be implemented immediately
- You won't face unexpected technical hurdles
- The switching process remains simple
- You can trust our savings calculations
Remember, while there might be other plans out there, we show you the best options that you can switch to right now, without any technical complications.