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Why am I having issues with the new OVO Pay as you go app?

  • May 27, 2026
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Ben_OVO
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  • June 18, 2026

Morning ​@Hallokath, I hope you’re well.

 

Our app team have come back and recommended that you contact our Support Team, as the delayed balance updates may be due to a communication issue with your smart meters. 

 

Let me know how you get on when you speak to them. It might be the case that the reading schedule of your smart meters needs to be set to half-hourly, which is a quick fix, and allows your app balance to update as frequently as possible.


Ben_OVO
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  • June 18, 2026

Morning ​@Shaiakh, and thanks for the screenshot. I’ve sent you a private message - get back to me when you can 👍.


Ben_OVO
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  • June 18, 2026

@Hallokath please could you also confirm whether you’re using Apple or Android? Many thanks.


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  • June 18, 2026

Android


Ben_OVO
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  • June 18, 2026

@Shaiakh could you also confirm whether you’re using Apple or Android?


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  • June 18, 2026

@Shaiakh could you also confirm whether you’re using Apple or Android?

Thanks. I am using Android. 


I use the Ovo top up app for my gas and electric and obviously have an account number for each. I downloaded the new app and says error when I try to log in with my existing log in details for top up app. It then asks for my details, name, dob etc and an account number. I tried my gas one and says it’s wrong account number. Do I have one main account number?, if so I don’t have it. I’ve even tried registering again with different email but still asks for an account number. 


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  • June 18, 2026

Had 2 emails about the “new” OVO energy app. I already have my gas account on this, my electricity was serviced by the OVO energy top up app. I have deleted the top up app, uninstalled the OVO energy app, reinstalled it, used the “get started” function to reset my password, followed suggested steps in previous posts and still can’t get the “new” app to show anything at all to do with any form of electricity account, or function in the “new” app to allow me to top up electricity!! I’m using Apple. Anyone know why?? Help appreciated!!


Chris_OVO
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  • June 19, 2026

Hey ​@Jo R,

 

I've reached out to the team to see if they can help identify the cause and suggest steps to get this sorted out for you. I'll keep you posted and share any updates as soon as I have them.


Chris_OVO
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  • June 19, 2026

Hey everyone,

 

We’ve noticed that there have been some questions and issues popping up with our new Pay as You Go app. To help everyone get the support they need in a more organised way, we thought it would be best to create one big thread where we can all share and find solutions together. 

 

We’re in the process of merging some of the previous threads into this one, and we’ll be sending an email to anyone whose thread has been merged so you won’t miss out. 

 

Thanks for your understanding, and we’re here to help!


Chris_OVO
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  • June 19, 2026

Hey ​@Charliebear3279,

 

To log in, you'll need a specific account number. Unfortunately, we can’t access account details or confirm them since we’re a public forum. If you reach out to our Support Team using the link below, they’ll be happy to help you find the right account number. 

 

Just a quick reminder: make sure you have an email address linked to your account for any password resets or assistance.

 


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  • June 24, 2026

My new pay as you go app is still not updating my eletric/gas balance,  infomamtion about how much electric/gas im using  is not showing either?

 

 

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  • June 24, 2026

My new pay as you go app is still not updating my eletric/gas balance,  infomamtion about how much electric/gas im using  is not showing either?

 

 

also missing

Partly the same for me too. 

 

My balance is not updating at midnight. It has been showing the same balance for 3 days in a row. 

I had top-issues for a few days. Tried to test it on June 23 and the "top-up" history can't even acknowledge my payment, and the new app doesn't give you a SMS or email confirmation anymore. 

So only my bank app shows it. 

 

Just fantastic. What a way to empower the people. 


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  • June 24, 2026

Ive  been having problems with it for a month, mines hasnt updated since last friday for electric, thurs for gas, what is the point of the app if you cant check your balance, especially if you are away


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  • June 24, 2026

Ive  been having problems with it for a month, mines hasnt updated since last friday for electric, thurs for gas, what is the point of the app if you cant check your balance, especially if you are away

Exactly my point too. 

 

My 'In-home Display' died within a week back when the company was called 'Boost'. Boost & OVO just come up with multiple excuses to not send a replacement. 


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  • June 24, 2026

Did you get it sorted?


Ben_OVO
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  • June 25, 2026

Morning ​@Shaiakh,

 

 We regularly send out new In Home Displays, and the current timescale is ten working days to receive one. Please contact our Support Team to request a new one.

 

 


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  • June 28, 2026

I just tried to top up on the pay as you go app for my smart meter and got a message saying its topped on ghe app but not on smsrt meter, i  have to maually add it, what is the point of having a smart meter and having to top it up yourself,?i never  had a problem with  the old app, ive had nothing but problems with knew one. Anyone else having same problem?


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  • June 28, 2026

Just checked app its not been added to that either