Massive standing charge inflation- why?

A screenshot of the charges and breakdown will help a ton - just make sure to redact personal info.

Also, do you have a smart meter?

I have the smart meter. Here’s this month’s and last bill 

Thanks! Yeah, those Standing Charges are what hit you there.

What plan are you on now?

The only way to keep bills down as with most energy companies is of course to use less and take full advantage of offers such as Power Move. With regards bill paying I have gone for full bill on demand as Direct Debit is now only offered for payment spread across the year as opposed to full bill paid monthly. I only pay for what I use each month which means lower summer bills but higher winter ones. 

The problem with Pay On-Demand however, is it’s the most expensive way to pay. Use with caution.

DD means you still ultimately only pay for what you use - it just stays in the account and spreads the cost evenly.

I’m lost in the sauce when it comes to these things. I am on the simple energy ​@Blastoise186  since the fixed expired, haven’t renewed. Not sure which is the best option, just winging it. What is on demand the pay as you go top up ​@DavidWSR ?

Pay as you go Top-up is a different way of paying for your energy. This is usually a key you top up at a retailer. Paying on demand means you get a bill, usually monthly and pay it in full. Blastoise186 is correct in saying this is a more expensive way to pay. However, unlike for example mobile phone contracts most energy companies do not now operate variable direct debit payments.

I see.

Going back on a fix deal may be best if you want the lowest possible rates - Simpler Energy is the Standard Variable Rate tariff and is usually the MOST expensive one.

I’d suggest looking at what the fix deals OVO has available are. Let us know what you’re being offered.

My offer:

Thank you for breaking things down for me yall. I really appreciate it.