Origin Energy

One of Australia's Big 3 energy retailers with a growing renewable generation portfolio.

Last reviewed: July 2026
Type
Electricity and gas retailer
Available in
NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, ACT
Rating
1.5/5 (Google) | Tier 1 retailer
Plans from
Varies by state

Current Origin Energy electricity plans

Sourced from Origin Energy's official plan data, refreshed weekly. Estimated annual cost is for a 4,000 kWh/year household, for comparing plans against each other, not a bill prediction for your address.

Plan Usage rate Daily supply charge Solar feed-in Contract Est. annual cost*
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - My Connect 27.11c/kWh 135.99c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $1,581
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - My Connect 27.11c/kWh 135.99c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $1,581
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - My Connect 27.11c/kWh 135.99c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $1,581
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - My Connect 27.11c/kWh 135.99c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $1,581
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - My Connect 24.41c/kWh 167.58c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $1,588
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - My Connect 24.41c/kWh 167.58c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $1,588
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - My Connect 24.41c/kWh 167.58c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $1,588
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - My Connect 24.41c/kWh 167.58c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $1,588
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - Resi Conns 24.41c/kWh 167.58c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $1,588
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - My Connect 28.20c/kWh 154.84c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $1,693
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - My Connect 28.20c/kWh 154.84c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $1,693
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - My Connect 28.20c/kWh 154.84c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $1,693
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - My Connect 28.20c/kWh 154.84c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $1,693
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - Resi Conns 28.20c/kWh 154.84c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $1,693
Origin Affinity Variable Ongoing - My Connect 29.28c/kWh 227.67c/day 3.0c/kWh No lock-in $2,002

*Estimate only, for comparing plans against each other. Enter your postcode below for pricing specific to your address and usage.

Origin Energy plans overview

PlanTypeKey featureTypical discount off DMO
Origin GoFlat rateNo conditions, simple pricing5-12%
Origin MaxFlat rateHigher discount, requires email billing + direct debit12-18%
Solar BoostSolar-specificHigher feed-in tariff, slightly higher usage rateVaries
SpikeWholesale pass-throughWholesale price + margin. Risky but can be cheapVaries widely

Plans and features as at July 2026. Pricing varies by state and network. Check current offers at your address.

Our take on Origin Energy

Origin is in the same boat as AGL: huge scale, decent range of plans, but rarely the cheapest. Their pricing typically sits 5% to 15% below the DMO. Origin has been investing heavily in renewables and battery storage, which may appeal to customers who value a retailer transitioning away from coal. Their Spike plan and Solar Boost plans are worth comparing, but always check the estimated annual cost in dollars rather than relying on marketed discounts.

If you are currently with Origin and have not compared recently, there is almost certainly a cheaper option available at your address from a smaller, more competitive retailer.

Tossing up between the two biggest retailers? See our head-to-head: AGL vs Origin Energy.

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