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Your guide to pay-as-you-go electricity

Pay-as-you-go electricity is a prepayment option where you buy credit and top up your electricity meter using a 20-digit top-up code.

You can buy pay-as-you-go top ups in the following ways.

  • At your local shops that are PayPoint outlets.
  • Post Offices.
  • Over the phone. 
  • Online or using our free smartphone app 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

What is Keypad reward?

As well as discounted electricity, pay-as-you-go customers get free electricity with Keypad reward. Each time you top up with £50 or more, either on our app or online, Keypad reward will give you an extra £1, £2, £3 or £4 worth of top-up credit depending on how much you top up. The more you spend, the more free electricity you get!

Top-up amountAmount of free electricity
£50 to £79£1
£80 to £124£2
£125 to £149£3
£150 to £175£4

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Help & support with pay-as-you-go electricity


  • Do Keypad customers pay more for electricity?

    Keypad customers get 2.5%* discount off all electricity used. It doesn’t matter how much energy you use, there is no limit to the savings you can make. And with Keypad Reward, topping up £50 or more on our website or app, you’ll automatically receive free electricity. *Keypad customers will receive 2.5% discount off Power NI standard rate with every top up.

    To view Power NI standard rates please visit our unit rates page.

  • How can I get a keypad meter installed?

    Keypad is a convenient way to support household budgeting by being able to keep a track of what you’re spending. If you are thinking of getting a Keypad meter installed at your property, you can let us know either filling in the switch to keypad form or calling us on 03457 455 455.

  • What is the minimum amount I can top up?

    The minimum top-up amount is £5 when topping up at a Post Office, PayPoint or online via Energy Online website and app.

    • What costs make up my electricity bill?

      Every household is different, however there are common themes that occur in most households regarding energy consumption. Acknowledging which electrical appliances use the most electricity and understanding basic energy saving tips, can have a positive impact in terms of a lower electricity bill.

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