Summer is here: how to lower your electricity bill
Temperatures are rising, air conditioners are running constantly, and electricity bills are hitting record highs. Here is your guide to the energy revolution: how to save, which plan suits you, and how to switch suppliers without a technician visit.
With the dramatic rise in temperatures and air conditioners running around the clock, household electricity bills are rising, threatening to burden the family budget. The good news is that today, unlike in the past, you no longer have to pay the full price listed by the Israel Electric Corporation (IEC). The consumer electricity revolution allows every home in Israel to easily and quickly reduce monthly expenses by switching to one of the private electricity suppliers competing for your business.
Private suppliers offer a range of aggressive discount plans tailored to specific consumption habits, from fixed around-the-clock discounts to significant reductions during peak day or night hours. The biggest change is that the switch is now open to everyone: even customers with old analog meters can switch to private suppliers on fixed-discount plans. The process is fully digital, free of charge, and requires no infrastructure changes or technician visits, while the IEC remains solely responsible for grid maintenance and power supply. We have sorted out the plans from companies competing for your business:
Overview of Private Suppliers
Bezek Electricity
Offers three stable plans. "Choskhim Hacham 24/7" provides a 6% fixed discount at all hours (suitable for regular meters). For smart meter owners, the company offers "Choskhim Hacham BaYom" (15% discount, Sunday–Thursday, 07:00–17:00) and "Choskhim Hacham BaLayla" (20% discount, Sunday–Thursday, 23:00–07:00).
Cellcom Energy
Offers the widest range of plans. For those working from home, "Choskhim BaYom" provides a 20% discount (Sunday–Thursday, 07:00–17:00). Families can benefit from "Choskhim LeMishpacha" (18% discount, 14:00–20:00). For electric vehicle owners, "Choskhim BaLayla" offers a 15% discount (all week, 23:00–07:00), while "Choskhim Keva" provides a 6% fixed discount for regular meters.
Partner Power
Features a tiered discount model: 5% in the first year, 6% in the second, and 7% from the third year onward. For smart meter owners, it offers "Ovdim MiHaBayit" (15% discount, Sunday–Thursday, 07:00–17:00) and "Hayot Layla" (20% discount, 23:00–07:00).
Hot Energy
Offers a fixed 5–7% discount, a day plan (15%), and a night/EV plan (up to 20%). A major advantage is the availability of bundled discounts (triple) for customers who also use Hot’s television and internet services.
Amisragas Electricity
Focuses on simplicity with a 6% fixed discount for all consumers. Existing gas service customers receive a higher 7% fixed discount around the clock.
Super Power (Electra)
The "POWER" plan offers a 6.5% fixed discount for all meter types. For smart meter owners, it provides day plans (10% or more) and a night plan (20% discount, 23:00–07:00).
How to switch
To start saving, check your recent electricity bills to identify your consumption patterns. If you do not have a smart meter, you can join fixed-rate plans or order a smart meter from the IEC for a small one-time fee. The transfer is handled via the chosen supplier's website by providing your meter details and IEC contract number.
Real savings depend on your lifestyle. The best results are achieved by scheduling heavy appliances—such as washing machines, dishwashers, and EV chargers—to operate during the hours when your specific plan offers the highest discounts.
