GREENENERGY UK - TIDE TARIFF (IDEAL FOR EV OWNERS?)

EV Channels Review

The reviewer explores Green Energy UK's 'Tide Tariff,' a time-of-use electricity plan, and assesses its suitability for EV owners. The core benefit highlighted is the significant cost savings achievable by shifting electricity consumption, particularly EV charging, to off-peak hours (11 PM to 6 AM weekdays, and all weekend). The reviewer demonstrates this by sharing personal usage data, showing substantial savings compared to standard tariffs and even a competitor like Ecotricity. While the tariff structure is praised for incentivizing off-peak usage and aiding grid balancing, the reviewer notes that rapid charging benefits with Ecotricity might offset savings for those who rely heavily on public chargers. A major drawback discussed is the installation process for smart meters, which was plagued by multiple delays and scheduling issues, indicating potential third-party service problems. Despite the installation woes, the reviewer concludes that for consistent home charging, the Green Energy UK Tide Tariff offers considerable financial advantages for EV owners, provided they can leverage the off-peak rates.