IS IT WORTH SWITCHING TO OCTOPUS ENERGY?
Energy prices are changing frequently because of the conflict in Iran. I spend most of my day at home with at least one of my children, so I use more energy than many households. So I tend to overthink my energy bill. Energy matters to all of us because everyone needs it, and keeping bills as low as possible is important.
Octopus still offers a variety of fixed tariffs, and from my experience as a mum and long-time customer, they genuinely care about their customers. Their team is smart, helpful, and have always replied quickly to my enquiries, which is probably why they are the only Which? Recommended energy supplier year after year.
All electricity comes from 100% zero-carbon sources, and switching currently comes with a £50 credit. T&Cs apply.
Existing Octopus customer? Find out how you can benefit too. T&Cs apply (only one switching offer per household)
MY EXPERIENCE AFTER SWITCHING FROM BRITISH GAS TO OCTOPUS ENERGY.
As a mum of 3 daughters, I want to save money and do right by the planet. This has led me down a rabbit hole of researching tariffs, smart meters, and renewable options.
I’ll give you a helpful insight into what may lie ahead if you switch to Octopus Energy. I have created a helpful guide on Octopus tariffs, Octopus solar and heat pump installations and a general rundown on how to save money whilst trying to be a little greener too.
Feel free to follow me Sarah_Go_Green and join the conversation – I’d love to hear from you!
I’m also featured on the Octopus website and their YouTube channel as a solar customer. I’ve been on BBC News, Radio Wales, published in the Telegraph for owning part of a wind turbine and had a feature in Bloomberg.
JOIN THE GROWING BAND OF CUSTOMERS DEMANDING MORE FOR THE PLANET AND THEIR POCKET.
Written by: Sarah Chambers.
As an exiting Octopus customer, I am happier than a solar panel on a sunny day.
My website is not managed or owned by Octopus Energy. It is just a website created by, Sarah Go Green, a mum, home energy geek and a happy Octopus Energy customer.
Octopus knows how to connect with their customers. They care for the planet in a way that’s both straightforward and surprisingly entertaining.
Octopus Energy offers a wide range of tariffs, from solar and battery tariffs to fixed tariffs.
I hope I can make it easier for you to manage your energy costs whilst contributing to a greener future.
COMPARE OCTOPUS ENERGY TARIFFS 2026
HOW TO SWITCH TO OCTOPUS ENERGY AND GET £50 CREDIT AND REWARDS.
Switch to Octopus Energy in just 5 days! 🚀 Simply answer a few quick questions, and enjoy cheaper, greener energy hassle-free. 🌱⚡
Just tap to switch, and your £50 bonus will swim its way to you within about 4 weeks. Easy peasy!
(Just to be transparent, I get £50 too when you switch using my Octopus referral link.)
Existing Octopus customer? Find out how you can benefit too. T&Cs apply (only one switching offer per household)
Are Octopus Energy taking on new customers?
Yes, Octopus Energy is taking on new customers.
The Octopus switching process.
The quickest way to switch to Octopus Energy is by switching online. You can start the switch from your smartphone, mobile device or computer in two minutes. It will take less than 5 minutes.
You don’t need your utility bill to hand to start your switch to Octopus Energy, and you don’t even need to know who your current supplier is.
Octopus Energy will handle the switch with your current supplier. If you need any support, they offer great support via email and social media messenger, so there’s no call centre nightmare if you need to get in touch.
How long does it take to switch to Octopus Energy?
It usually takes 3 working days for your switch to Octopus Energy to complete. Blink, and it’ll be done!
You will be protected by the Switch Guarantee, so your service will not be disrupted during the switch.
How to get an Octopus Refer a friend code and earn £50?
To get an Octopus Energy to refer a friend code, first switch to Octopus using my referral link. This will give you a £50 credit on your bill. Once you’ve successfully switched to Octopus Energy, you’ll receive your own unique referral code to share with friends and family, enabling them to also receive £50 in credit when they sign up.
1. Access your Octopus Refer a Friend Code: Log into your Octopus Energy account and you’ll find your referral code on your main account page.
2. Share and earn credit: Share your code with others to help them get £50 credit too. You will receive £50 credit for each successful referral.
How soon will I be credited the £50 by Octopus?
The switch to Octopus usually takes around 3 days and your £5o credit will be applied after your first direct debit or payment. Expect this to take around 4 weeks.
If you make a one-off payment of any amount, you should get the £50 credit quicker. It is the receipt of any payment not just the direct debit that seems to trigger the release of the £50 credit into your account.
You can check on the status of your Octopus £50 referral credit by logging into your Octopus account and checking your balance history.
As soon as your switch starts, you will get your customer referral link to share with friends who would like to switch too.
Existing customer? Find out how you can benefit too. T&Cs apply (only one switching offer per household)
Is it worth switching from British Gas to Octopus Energy?
I switched to Octopus Energy from British Gas when they had 200,000 customers in 2018. Their service has remained outstanding. They are quick to get hold of and don’t pass you from pillar to post.
I can only speak from personal experience but after over a decade of being a British Gas customer, it’s like night and day with Octopus Energy.
How to qualify for the Octopus Energy solar panels or heat pump referral scheme? Get £100 off your bill.
I have recently had solar panels and battery storage installed by Octopus Energy in my home in South Wales.
Follow my step-by-step review, from the Octopus Energy quote to the installation of my solar panels and battery storage. (I am still very excited about generating my own energy.)
Get £100 Off with My Octopus Energy Referral Code for Solar or Heat Pump Installations!
Getting a solar or heat pump installation with Octopus Energy? Use my 2026 referral link before signing your agreement, and you’ll get £100 cashback with a Visa gift card. I’ll also receive £100 as a bill credit—win-win!
✅ No need to be an Octopus Energy customer—you can still get an installation.
✅ Thinking of switching your energy supply? We can split another £100, giving us £50 credit each when you switch.
Read my Octopus Energy Solar panels and battery storage installation review.
If you are thinking about getting an EV charger installed, this is an offer with Octopus Energy where you’ll get a £25 cashback on a gift card. (I’ll get £25 too.)
One of my ideas Octopus listend to. Now you can hear it too.
Greg Jackson the CEO of Octopus Energy claims he is always on hand to personally help customers resolve issues. So I messaged him to say I don’t like my on hold music. (they play you the song that was #1 when you were 14 for a bit of nostalgia) I didn’t expect a reply but HE CHANGED IT FOR ME AND ADDED A FEATURE SO ALL OCTOPUS CUSTOMERS CAN CHANGE THIER MUSIC TOO!! 🤩🎸 This is why Octopus are the fastest growing energy supplier in the UK. They listen!!
Maybe, Wake me up before you go, go should be some other energy suppliers on hold music!!
Thank you Greg – Sarah 🏆 🐙 🎶
Greg Jackson the CEO of Octopus Energy claims he is always on hand to personally help customers resolve issues. So I messaged him to say I don’t like my on hold music. (they play you the song that was #1 when you were 14 for a bit of nostalgia) I didn’t expect a reply but HE CHANGED IT FOR ME AND ADDED A FEATURE SO ALL OCTOPUS CUSTOMERS CAN CHANGE THIER MUSIC TOO!! 🤩🎸 This is why Octopus are the fastest growing energy supplier in the UK. They listen!!🥁 89% of Octopus Energy reviews on Trustpilot score them 5/5 ranking them as excellent
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I do not work for Octopus Energy. I have been an Octopus customer since 2018. When I joined they were a new energy company that had less than 300,000 customers. Now they have around millions BUT they haven’t lost that personal touch!
I blog about their tariffs and innovations. I share their passion for renewable energy and enjoy passing on tips to help make home energy cheaper, cleaner, and greener. I am more than happy to chat via email if you drop me a message.
