It seems that as our age goes up, so does our power bill, and it may seem confusing to find your way to what’s considered a good deal. AGL boasts that it has a solution in the form of Seniors Saver, a plan that seemingly provides good value, catered towards seniors concession card holders. In this article, Canstar Blue delves into how this plan works and what you need to be aware of.
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AGL Seniors plan prices
Here is the AGL Seniors plan on our database for NSW. These are products from a referral partner†. These costs are based on the Ausgrid network in Sydney but prices may vary depending on your circumstances. This comparison assumes general energy usage of 3,900kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Please use our comparison tool for a specific comparison in your area. Our database may not cover all deals in your area. As always, check all details of any plan directly with the retailer before making a purchase decision.
Here is the AGL Seniors plan on our database for VIC. This is a product from a referral partner†. These costs are based on the Citipower energy network in Melbourne but prices may vary depending on your circumstances. This comparison assumes general energy usage of 4,000kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Please use our comparison tool for a specific comparison in your area. Our database may not cover all deals in your area. As always, check all details of any plan directly with the retailer before making a purchase decision.
Here is the AGL Seniors plan on our database for QLD. These are products from a referral partner†. These costs are based on the Energex network in Brisbane but prices may vary depending on your circumstances. This comparison assumes general energy usage of 4,600kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Please use our comparison tool for a specific comparison in your area. Our database may not cover all deals in your area. As always, check all details of any plan directly with the retailer before making a purchase decision.
Here is the AGL Seniors plan on our database for SA. These are products from a referral partner†. These costs are based on the SA Power network in Adelaide but prices may vary depending on your circumstances. This comparison assumes general energy usage of 4,000kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Please use our comparison tool for a specific comparison in your area. Our database may not cover all deals in your area. As always, check all details of any plan directly with the retailer before making a purchase decision.
What is the AGL Seniors Saver plan?
AGL’s Seniors Saver plan options offer customers in NSW, VIC, QLD and SA:
- Variable rates
- No lock-in contract or exit fees
- Paper or email bills
- A sign-up credit
- Solar feed-in tariffs
Customers on this product may receive a small bill credit when signing up. Customers in NSW, VIC, QLD and SA can expect similar rates to AGL’s Value Saver plans in each state.
AGL also frequently offers additional incentives on Seniors plans, including fuel discounts and special Netflix offers.
Although AGL’s Seniors Savers plans are limited to NSW, VIC, SA and QLD, there is an equivalent plan available in Western Australia for gas customers. Called AGL Seniors Plus, this plan offers a guaranteed discount off gas usage and supply charges.
AGL Seniors Plus is a no lock-in contract plan, meaning you’ll be able to leave at any point without paying exit fees. It also includes access to AGL Rewards, which offers a range of deals and discounts off a variety of participating retailers.
What is AGL’s solar feed-in tariff rate?
Those on AGL’s Seniors Saver plan who produce their own solar electricity are able to earn the following feed-in tariffs when exporting their solar energy.
- NSW: 5c/kWh
- VIC: 3.3C/kWh
- QLD: 4c/kWh
- SA: 4c/kWh
How do I sign up to an AGL Seniors plan?
Energy providers don’t always advertise every available plan on their website. AGL is no exception – its Seniors plans and incentives aren’t easy to find online, so customers looking for more information may need to give the retailer a call.
AGL also has an online chat functionality, where you’ll be able to chat to a representative and sign-up online.
Do AGL Seniors customers still get government seniors concessions?
The good news is that if you’re signed up to an AGL Seniors plan, you’ll still be able to apply for government energy bill concessions available to seniors card holders within your state. In most cases, in order to receive your rebate, you’ll have to apply through your retailer, so it’s best to contact AGL directly to do this.
Do any other providers offer seniors discounts?
AGL is one of the only retailers currently offering plans specifically catered toward seniors card holders in NSW, VIC, QLD and SA, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t any savings to be had elsewhere. If you hold a Pensioners or Seniors Card, energy providers are required to offer you a concession, so you’ll still receive a reduced bill regardless of the retailer you’re with.
To see some of the best deals available to seniors in Australia, broken down by state, visit our energy plans for seniors guide.
Compare energy deals
Here are some sponsored deals from the retailers on our database that include a link to the retailer’s website for further details. These are products from referral partners†. These costs are based on the Ausgrid energy network in Sydney but prices may vary depending on your circumstances. This comparison assumes general energy usage of 3900kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Please use our comparison tool for a specific comparison in your area and to see other products in our database that may be available. Our database may not cover all deals in your area. As always, check all details of any plan directly with the retailer before making a purchase decision.
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11% Less than reference price |
$1,614 Price/year (estimated) |
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Here are some sponsored deals from the retailers on our database that include a link to the retailer’s website for further details. These are products from referral partners†. These costs are based on the Citipower network in Melbourne but prices may vary depending on your circumstances. This comparison assumes general energy usage of 4000kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Please use our comparison tool for a specific comparison in your area and to see other products in our database that may be available. Our database may not cover all deals in your area. As always, check all details of any plan directly with the retailer before making a purchase decision.
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10% Less than VDO |
$1,304 Price/year (estimated) |
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Here are some sponsored deals from the retailers on our database that include a link to the retailer’s website for further details. These are products from our referral partners†. These costs are based on the Energex network in Brisbane but prices may vary depending on your circumstances. This comparison assumes general energy usage of 4600kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Please use our comparison tool for a specific comparison in your area and to see other products in our database that may be available. Our database may not cover all deals in your area. As always, check all details of any plan directly with the retailer before making a purchase decision.
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4% Less than reference price |
$1,990 Price/year (estimated) |
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Should I sign up to an AGL Seniors plan?
The AGL Seniors plan seems to offer good value to those holding Seniors Cards, especially when offers such as bill credits are factored in. What’s better is that even if you’re on the plan, you’ll still be able to receive a further discount in the form of government mandated concessional bill credit, which means you’ll essentially be receiving two forms of bill cuts.
It’s important to do your research to find out whether the overall value of AGL’s seniors plans stacks up to the rates and discounts seen in other plans offered by other providers. There could be plans on the market that are cheaper than the AGL seniors deals mentioned above, and our electricity plan comparison tool is a great place to start comparing deals.
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