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Amber Electric Review 2026

8.6
/10

Amber Electric passes through real wholesale electricity prices to consumers — you pay what the grid pays, plus a $19/month subscription. When prices go negative (yes, that happens), you get paid to use electricity. Best for households that can shift usage to cheap periods.

Plans
Wholesale pass-through + $19/mo
Solar Feed-In
Wholesale rate (variable)
Green Energy
100% carbon offset
Availability
National

Pros

  • Access to wholesale prices (can be $0 or negative)
  • $19 flat monthly fee is transparent
  • No lock-in contracts
  • Real-time app shows live pricing

Cons

  • Requires active usage management
  • Prices spike during peak (up to $15/kWh)
  • Not suitable for fixed-budget households
  • Limited to NEM states (NSW, VIC, QLD, SA)

Who It's Best For

Households with smart appliances, EV owners, solar+battery homes, anyone willing to time-shift usage.

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