Calculate your energy bills if you were an SSE customer. SSE sold its UK domestic energy business to OVO Energy in 2020 - all former SSE customers now serviced by OVO Energy.
SSE sold its UK household energy business to OVO Energy in January 2020. All 3.5 million former SSE domestic customers were transferred to OVO Energy. If you were an SSE customer, you are now an OVO Energy customer. SSE continues to operate in the UK as SSE Renewables (wind farms), SSEN Transmission (electricity networks), and SSE Thermal (power stations) - but NO LONGER supplies domestic energy customers. Use this calculator for your energy bills as a former SSE/current OVO customer.
Calculate your annual energy costs based on UK price cap rates (January-March 2026):
SSE (Scottish and Southern Energy) sold its entire UK household energy and services business to OVO Energy in a landmark £500 million transaction:
Why did SSE sell? SSE exited domestic energy retail to focus on core businesses: renewable energy generation (wind farms, hydro), electricity network infrastructure (SSEN), and thermal power stations. Energy retail had become unprofitable due to price cap regulations and intense competition - SSE Energy Services profit was only £35 million/year despite serving 3.5 million customers.
SSE plc continues as major UK energy company but NO LONGER supplies energy to households:
If you're looking for SSE for domestic energy: You need OVO Energy. All former SSE household customers transferred to OVO in January 2020. SSE no longer has domestic energy tariffs, customer service, or billing for households. Visit www.ovoenergy.com or call 0330 303 5063 for your former SSE/current OVO account.
OVO Energy is now UK's third-largest energy supplier serving 5+ million customers including all former SSE customers:
Former SSE customers now on OVO Energy tariffs following UK price cap or fixed deals:
| Tariff Name | Type | Electricity Rate | Gas Rate | Typical Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OVO Standard Variable (Price Cap) | Variable | 27.69p/kWh + 54.75p/day SC | 5.93p/kWh + 35.09p/day SC | £1,758 (dual fuel typical) |
| OVO Simpler Energy | Variable | 27.69p/kWh + 54.75p/day SC | 5.93p/kWh + 35.09p/day SC | £1,758 (same as price cap) |
| OVO 1 Year Fixed | Fixed 12m | 26.5-28.5p/kWh (varies region) | 5.7-6.1p/kWh (varies region) | £1,680-£1,820 (region dependent) |
| OVO Beyond (Premium) | Variable + extras | Same as price cap rates | Same as price cap rates | £1,758 + £5/month subscription |
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Note: Most former SSE customers automatically transferred to OVO Standard Variable tariff (price cap protected). OVO Energy rates follow Ofgem price cap - currently 27.69p/kWh electricity, 5.93p/kWh gas (Jan-Mar 2026). Fixed tariffs sometimes available 3-6% cheaper if wholesale prices favorable.
OVO Energy follows Ofgem price cap for standard variable tariffs - rates effective 1 January to 31 March 2026:
| Payment Method | Electricity Standing Charge | Electricity Unit Rate | Gas Standing Charge | Gas Unit Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Debit | 54.75p/day (£199.84/year) | 27.69p/kWh | 35.09p/day (£128.08/year) | 5.93p/kWh |
| Prepayment Meter (PAYG) | 54.74p/day (£199.80/year) | 27.69p/kWh | 35.09p/day (£128.08/year) | 5.93p/kWh |
| Pay on Receipt (Credit) | 62.97p/day (£229.84/year) | 31.89p/kWh | 42.91p/day (£156.62/year) | 6.83p/kWh |
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Price cap quarterly changes affecting former SSE/OVO customers:
If you were an SSE customer transferred to OVO in 2020:
Can't register? Call OVO customer service 0330 303 5063 - they can verify your identity and send account access link.
Yes! Former SSE customers transferred to OVO can switch to any other energy supplier - no penalty, no exit fees:
| Supplier | Tariff | Typical Annual Cost | Saving vs OVO | Contract Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Octopus Energy | Flexible Octopus (Variable) | £1,758/year | £0 (same as price cap) | No contract - switch anytime |
| E.ON Next | Next Fixed 12 Month | £1,620-£1,700/year | £58-£138/year cheaper | 12 months (£30 exit fee) |
| British Gas | HomeEnergy Fixed 1 Year | £1,640-£1,720/year | £38-£118/year cheaper | 12 months (£40 exit fee) |
| EDF Energy | Fixed 1 Year v24 | £1,650-£1,730/year | £28-£108/year cheaper | 12 months (£50 exit fee) |
| Scottish Power | Fixed Price Energy (12m) | £1,670-£1,750/year | £8-£88/year cheaper | 12 months (£30 exit fee) |
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Current market (Jan 2026): Fixed tariffs 5-10% cheaper than variable price cap. General advice is to fix now as prices predicted to rise April-June 2026. Octopus Energy Tracker follows wholesale daily - can save 10-20% if prices fall but risky if wholesale rises. Always compare total annual cost including standing charges and exit fees.
If you have issues with your OVO account (ex-SSE customer), follow escalation process:
What happened to SSE Energy: SSE sold entire UK domestic energy business to OVO Energy £500 million deal completed January 2020. All 3.5 million SSE household customers and 8,000 employees transferred to OVO Energy. SSE exited unprofitable retail energy to focus on core businesses: SSE Renewables wind farms 25% more generation 2024, SSEN Transmission £22 billion grid investment 2026-2031, SSEN Distribution 4 million connections, SSE Thermal gas power stations carbon capture development. SSE plc still major UK energy company but NO LONGER supplies domestic customers - only business energy large organizations.
OVO Energy now: 5 million+ customers (1.5M pre-acquisition + 3.5M from SSE) makes OVO 3rd largest UK supplier after British Gas 12M and E.ON 5.5M. Founded 2009 by Stephen Fitzpatrick originally independent challenger, Bristol HQ 2,500 employees. Former SSE customers automatically transferred to OVO Standard Variable tariff price cap protected 27.69p/kWh electricity 5.93p/kWh gas (Jan-Mar 2026) = £1,758/year typical dual fuel. Customer service 0330 303 5063 Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, online account www.ovoenergy.com/login, mobile app submit readings track usage.
Current OVO tariffs (Jan 2026): OVO Standard Variable £1,758/year follows price cap, OVO Simpler Energy £1,758/year same as cap, OVO 1 Year Fixed £1,680-£1,820/year region dependent 3-6% cheaper if wholesale favorable, OVO Beyond £1,758 + £5/month subscription premium extras. Price cap Direct Debit 54.75p/day elec standing + 27.69p/kWh, 35.09p/day gas standing + 5.93p/kWh. Pay on Receipt 62.97p/day elec + 31.89p/kWh, 42.91p/day gas + 6.83p/kWh = £145/year more expensive vs Direct Debit. Prepayment meters now same rates as DD since April 2024.
Accessing OVO account: First time register www.ovoenergy.com/login with SSE email + last name + postcode, create new password different from SSE. Account number 10-digit on OVO bill different from old SSE number. Submit meter readings monthly avoid estimated bills, manage Direct Debit, view usage. Can't register call 0330 303 5063 verify identity get access link. Payment options: Direct Debit cheapest £145/year saving, online/app debit card instant, phone 24/7 automated, bank transfer sort code/account on bill, PayPoint/Post Office cash max £500.
Switching from OVO: Former SSE customers can switch anytime £0 exit fees standard variable (fixed tariffs £30-50 exit fee early termination). Use comparison sites Uswitch/MoneySuperMarket find cheaper deals £100-200/year savings. Best alternatives Jan 2026: Octopus Flexible £1,758 same as cap no contract, E.ON Next Fixed 12m £1,620-£1,700 saves £58-£138/year, British Gas HomeEnergy Fixed £1,640-£1,720 saves £38-£118/year, EDF Fixed 1 Year £1,650-£1,730 saves £28-£108/year. Fixed tariffs 5-10% cheaper than variable, general advice fix now prices predicted rise Apr-Jun 2026. Switch takes 17-21 days automatic no interruption, new supplier handles transfer, OVO sends final bill 6 weeks pay balance or refund credit.
OVO support schemes: OVO Energy Fund grants up to £1,500 severe hardship no repayment, payment plans 12-24 months spread arrears £20-50/month, Warm Home Discount £150 credit Oct-Mar Pension Credit auto-enroll or low income apply, Priority Services Register vulnerable customers quarterly readings advanced notice, fuel poverty referrals Turn2Us/StepChange benefits debt advice. Complaints: contact OVO 0330 303 5063 get reference, escalate senior team 8 weeks, Ombudsman Services Energy 0330 440 1624 free independent compensation up to £10,000 binding decisions.
Bottom line: If you're looking for SSE Energy for domestic supply you need OVO Energy - SSE sold UK household business to OVO January 2020, all 3.5 million SSE customers transferred. SSE continues as major energy company but only generation/networks/business energy NOT domestic retail. Former SSE customers now OVO customers using same meters same supply just different billing company. OVO Energy follows price cap £1,758/year typical dual fuel Jan-Mar 2026, fixed deals sometimes 5-10% cheaper. Can switch away from OVO anytime £0 exit fees standard variable - compare prices might save £100-200/year. Access OVO account www.ovoenergy.com/login with SSE email details or call 0330 303 5063 help. OVO support available if struggling with bills: payment plans, £1,500 grants, Warm Home Discount £150. Former SSE customers generally report OVO service quality similar or slightly worse than SSE - longer call wait times, slower email responses, but competitive pricing and easy online account management.