Abundance Energy’s most popular plans have something important in common. They are both strong True Fixed rate options. The real question is which one is better for you. At first glance they look very similar. However, one is designed primarily for small homes and apartments, while the other is structured to benefit larger households with higher electricity usage.
In this analysis we break down each plan in detail using the latest available data, typically updated every forty eight hours. We compare real usage costs across different consumption levels so you can clearly see where each plan performs best.
Abundance Straight Forward 12 vs Confident Renter 12 (Oncor, 12-month)
Best customer for Confident Renter:
- Confident Renter has no base charge and a slightly higher energy rate. It is best suited for apartments and small to medium homes where average monthly consumption is below 1,200 kWh.
- This analysis is based on customers served by Oncor. Results may vary slightly in other TDU zones, but the overall conclusion is expected to remain very similar.
Best customer for Straight Forward:
- Straight Forward includes a small base charge but offers a lower energy rate. This structure makes it more suitable for households with average monthly usage above 1,200 kWh, where the lower rate offsets the base charge and results in a lower overall bill.
Estimated monthly bill by zone (12-month)
Conclusion:
Both the Straight Forward and Confident Renter plans are excellent "True Fixed" options with no hidden surprises. As the usage graph and bill estimations demonstrate, the total monthly cost between the two is very close. typically fluctuating by no more than $5 regardless of your total consumption (up to 3000 kWh). Ultimately, the best practice is to choose Confident Renter if you live in an apartment with minimal usage (to avoid base charges), and opt for Straight Forward if you live in a mid-to-large sized home.