--- title: "Best SEG Rates April 2026 | Up to 24p/kWh — Updated Monthly" description: "Compare Smart Export Guarantee rates from UK energy suppliers. Fixed rates 3-5p/kWh, variable up to 15p/kWh, Flux pays 24p/kWh at peak. Find your best tariff." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "LocalBusiness", "name": "Greentech Renewables", "image": "https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/logo.png", "description": "MCS Certified Solar Panel and Battery Storage Installers in Greater Manchester. 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You can have British Gas electricity and Octopus SEG. Exception: Flux and some premium tariffs require matching electricity supply." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How quickly can I switch SEG supplier?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Typically 4-6 weeks including notice period. No fees or penalties apply." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do SEG rates include VAT?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "SEG payments are not subject to VAT. The rates shown are what you receive." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What if wholesale prices go negative?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Some variable tariffs pay £0 (not negative) during these rare periods. You won't be charged for exporting." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I be on multiple SEG tariffs?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No. One SEG registration per installation. 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You may get free panels [Check Eligibility](/grants/warm-homes-plan-eligibility) [Case Studies](/case-studies) [0% Finance](/finance)[Quick Solar Price](/solar-estimator) February 2026 Update # SEG Best Rates 2026: Compare Smart Export Guarantee Tariffs The best SEG rates in 2026 range from 3.3p/kWh (basic fixed) to 24p/kWh (Octopus Flux peak export). Find the best tariff for your solar system—whether you have battery storage or not. [Get Solar Quote](/free-quote) [SEG Complete Guide](/grants/smart-export-guarantee) 5.2p Best Fixed Rate 35p Peak Variable Rate 24p Flux Peak Export £100-400 Typical Annual ## Fixed Rate Tariffs Predictable payment regardless of time of export. Supplier Rate Customer Required? Payment Best For Shell Energy Top Pick 5.2p/kWh No Quarterly Best fixed rate EDF 4.5p/kWh Yes (electricity) Quarterly EDF customers So Energy 4.5p/kWh No Quarterly Good fixed rate Octopus Energy 4.1p/kWh No Monthly Simplicity E.ON Next 4.0p/kWh Yes (electricity) Quarterly E.ON customers OVO Energy 4.0p/kWh Yes (electricity) Quarterly OVO customers Scottish Power 3.5p/kWh No Quarterly Basic option British Gas 3.3p/kWh No Quarterly Basic option ## Variable Rate Tariffs Rates change based on wholesale electricity prices. Supplier Average Rate Peak Rate Low Rate Best For Octopus Agile Outgoing 8-12p/kWh Up to 35p/kWh 0-4p/kWh No battery, high export Social Energy Club 10-14p/kWh Variable Variable Community-minded ## Premium Battery Tariffs Designed for battery storage with time-of-use pricing. Supplier Export Rate Peak Hours Import Rate Best For Octopus Flux Best Value 24p/kWh 16:00-19:00 10p/kWh (02:00-05:00) Battery arbitrage Octopus Cosy 12p/kWh Various 10p/kWh (04:00-07:00) Heat pump + battery Octopus Intelligent Go Variable Evening 7p/kWh (23:30-05:30) EV + battery ## Which SEG Tariff Is Best for You? Your Situation Best Tariff Expected Annual Earnings (4kW) No battery, simple preference Shell Fixed (5.2p) £100-£130 No battery, maximise earnings Agile Outgoing £160-£260 Battery storage Octopus Flux £200-£350 Battery + EV Intelligent Go + Flux £250-£400 Want predictability Any fixed rate £80-£130 ### No Battery Storage Without a battery, you export whenever generation exceeds usage—mostly midday hours when rates are lower. Recommended: Octopus Agile Outgoing - • Higher average rate than fixed tariffs - • No requirement to time your export - • Tracks wholesale prices (often 8-12p/kWh midday) Alternative: Shell Energy Fixed (5.2p/kWh) - • Predictable income - • No wholesale price risk - • Simple to understand ### With Battery Storage Battery owners can store daytime solar and export during evening peak hours when rates are highest. Recommended: Octopus Flux - • 24p/kWh export rate 16:00-19:00 - • 10p/kWh import rate 02:00-05:00 - • Designed for solar + battery households Strategy: - 1\. Charge battery from solar during day - 2\. Export stored energy 16:00-19:00 at 24p - 3\. Import overnight at 10p to top up - 4\. Net profit from price difference [Learn about battery storage](/battery-storage) ## Octopus Flux: Detailed Breakdown Octopus Flux is the most lucrative SEG option for battery owners. ### How Flux Works Time Period Import Rate Export Rate 02:00-05:00 10p/kWh 4.5p/kWh 05:00-16:00 24p/kWh 12p/kWh 16:00-19:00 34p/kWh 24p/kWh 19:00-02:00 24p/kWh 12p/kWh ### Flux Arbitrage Strategy Action Time Daily Example Import to battery 02:00-05:00 5kWh × 10p = 50p cost Export from battery 16:00-19:00 5kWh × 24p = £1.20 income Net daily profit 70p Over a year, this arbitrage alone generates **£150-£250 profit**—before accounting for solar generation savings. Flux Requirements: - • Octopus electricity customer - • Smart meter (SMETS2) - • Compatible battery system (GivEnergy, Tesla, etc.) - • Solar panels (recommended but not required) ## Octopus Agile Outgoing: Detailed Breakdown Agile Outgoing tracks wholesale electricity prices, offering variable rates that change every 30 minutes. ### Typical Agile Export Rates Time of Day Typical Rate Range Night (00:00-06:00) 4-8p/kWh 0-15p Morning (06:00-09:00) 8-14p/kWh 4-25p Midday (09:00-16:00) 6-12p/kWh 2-20p Evening peak (16:00-20:00) 12-20p/kWh 8-35p Evening (20:00-00:00) 8-12p/kWh 4-18p ### Agile vs Fixed Comparison Scenario Fixed (5p) Agile Average Summer month (high export) £15 £22-£28 Winter month (low export) £5 £6-£10 Annual (4kW, no battery) £100-£130 £160-£260 Agile typically earns **60-100% more** than fixed rates but with more variability. ## How to Switch SEG Supplier Switching SEG supplier is straightforward and free. 1 ### Choose New Supplier Compare rates using this guide and select based on your situation. 2 ### Notify Current Supplier Contact your current SEG provider (email or phone) to give notice. Most require 28 days. 3 ### Register with New Supplier Apply online with MCS certificate, MPAN (meter point number), smart meter serial number, and bank details. 4 ### Confirmation New supplier confirms registration and sets start date (usually aligns with your notice period ending). ### Timeline Stage Duration Give notice Day 1 Notice period 28 days New registration 1-2 weeks overlap Switch effective ~6 weeks total You continue receiving payments during the transition—no gap in earnings. ## SEG Earnings Calculator Estimate your annual SEG income based on system size and tariff. ### Without Battery System Export Fixed 5p Agile 10p Flux 15p 3kW 1,500 kWh £75 £150 £225 4kW 2,200 kWh £110 £220 £330 6kW 3,200 kWh £160 £320 £480 10kW 5,000 kWh £250 £500 £750 ### With Battery System Export Fixed 5p Agile 10p Flux 15p 4kW + 5kWh 900 kWh £45 £90 £135 6kW + 5kWh 1,400 kWh £70 £140 £210 10kW + 10kWh 2,500 kWh £125 £250 £375 **Note:** Battery systems export less (higher self-consumption) but can target peak rates for higher per-kWh value. ## Supplier Pros and Cons ### Octopus Energy Pros: - Multiple tariff options (Fixed, Agile, Flux) - Excellent app and customer service - No requirement to be electricity customer (fixed SEG) - Monthly payments Cons: - Flux requires being electricity customer - Agile rates can be low during oversupply Most solar owners, especially battery users ### Shell Energy Pros: - Highest simple fixed rate (5.2p) - No need to be customer - Predictable earnings Cons: - No premium battery tariffs - Lower than variable tariff averages Those wanting simplicity and predictability ### EDF Pros: - Competitive fixed rate (4.5p) - Established supplier - Good customer service Cons: - Must be EDF electricity customer - No variable options Existing EDF customers ### British Gas Pros: - Largest supplier (easy to find) - No customer requirement Cons: - Lowest rate (3.3p) - No premium options Not recommended unless already using BG and prefer simplicity ## When to Review Your SEG Tariff ### Annual Review SEG rates change. Review your tariff each year to ensure you're on the best rate. ### Trigger Events Switch tariffs when: - **Installing battery:** Switch to Flux or Agile - **Rates change significantly:** Compare current options - **Supplier increases rates:** You may already be competitive - **Moving home:** Register at new property **Tip:** Sign up for energy comparison site alerts to track SEG rate changes across suppliers. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Can I have SEG from a different supplier than my electricity? ### How quickly can I switch SEG supplier? ### Do SEG rates include VAT? ### What if wholesale prices go negative? ### Can I be on multiple SEG tariffs? ## Related Pages [SEG Complete Guide](/grants/smart-export-guarantee)[Battery Storage](/battery-storage)[Solar Savings](/solar-energy/solar-panel-savings)[All Government Grants](/grants) ## Ready to Start Earning from Solar? Get MCS-certified solar panels installed and start earning SEG payments. 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