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Best night rate for electric car charging?

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  • 24-11-2021 8:09pm
    #1
    NDB
    Registered Users Posts: 15 ✭


    So, we're apparently getting a smart meter installed tomorrow. I was looking at electric prices and smart meter ones seem to be more expensive that a day/night meter.

    Considering we have solar panels and a zappi charger for the car, I want the cheapest night rate going for the electricity.

    Why is a smart meter night rate much more expensive than a day/night meter?

    I can't see any benefit to a smart meter, just an opportunity to charge extra at peak times. Am I wrong there?

    Thanks folks.



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    #2
    PilotHole
    Registered Users Posts: 46 ✭PilotHole


    You're right,

    you don't have to take the smart meter.



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    #3
    2011
    Moderators, Home & Garden Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators, Regional East Moderators Posts: 12,596 Mod ✭✭✭✭2011


    Make the smart choice and avoid the "Smart" meter. Then go to Bonkers.ie and see what the best deal is.



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