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Champion Energy Review and Ratings

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Champion Energy currently holds a Clear Energy Facts Score of 4.2 out of 5. This places them at rank #4 out of 42. Three factors were evaluated: plan quality, pricing transparency, and customer service.

Champion Energy is a PUCT-certified, Texas-based electricity provider belonging to Calpine company
 that offers a wide range of plans, including fixed-rate, bill credit, free nights, free weekends.

Champion Energy: What we like

  1. Strong customer service reputation: Champion Energy is a BBB-accredited business with an A+ rating and offers 24/7 access to an award-winning customer service team.
  2. Wide plan selection: They offer a diverse portfolio of plans for different needs, including Fixed-Rate, Free Nights, and Free Weekends options. The contract terms and charges in the Electricity Facts Label (EFL) are easy to understand, with no hidden fees.
  3. Referral program: They offer a referral program where both you and your friend receive a $50 Bill credit upon signing up. Learn more here.
  4. No-fee payment options: The company provides convenient payment options with no additional processing fees. Learn more here.

Champion Energy: What we don’t like

  1. Mobile app issues: Although Champion is one of the few providers to offer a native mobile app, it has poor ratings, with users frequently reporting bugs and login problems. As a result, many customers recommend using the website portal instead, which is generally more reliable.
  2. Non-refundable Fast Track fee: Like most providers, Champion may require a refundable deposit based on credit history. However, they also offer a “Fast Track” option—a one-time, non-refundable fee of around $200. This can be confusing for customers who may mistake it for a standard deposit, as this fee is never returned.

Ratings for Champion Energy

Company review breakdown

Champion Energy logo

Compared against 42 Texas electricity companies rated by Clear Energy Facts.

CEF Score
4.2
4.2/5

Top 10 out of 42 companies — one of the best we evaluated.

2.8 /5.0

Cancellation fees

Ranked #27 of 42 companies

  • Cancellation fees are about average for the Texas market.
4.1 /5.0

Plans & rates

Ranked #7 of 42 companies

  • Rates are very competitive compared with most other companies.
5.0 /5.0

Transparency

Ranked #1 of 42 companies

  • Good transparency
    Similar rates on Power to Choose and the company’s own website.
  • Good transparency
    Similar rates in Google sponsored ads and on the company’s website.
5.0 /5.0

PUCT complaint record

Ranked #1 of 42 companies

Based on complaint data reported to the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

How We Rate This Company

  • PUCT Rating: This is the official scorecard published by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT).
  • Plan & Rates: We evaluate each company’s electricity rates by giving more weight to clear True Fixed plans and less weight to other fixed-type plans, using average prices across different contract lengths. Companies with lower average rates score higher, and we exclude complex or gimmicky offers that require special equipment (like smart thermostats, EV devices, seasonal pricing, or “highest usage day” rewards).
  • Cancellation Fees: We compare each plan’s early termination fee against similar plans from other providers and normalize the data. Lower cancellation fees per contract term result in better scores.
  • Transparency: We check how consistently the provider displays prices across the main shopping channels Texans use: Power to Choose, the company’s own website, and Google Ads. If the prices match across these places, the transparency score goes up. If the company advertises one price but charges something different on its site, the score goes down.
  • CEF Score: The overall Clear Energy Facts score is a weighted average of these sub-scores, giving you a single number you can use to compare providers side by side.

Data note: Except for the PUCT Rating (which comes directly from the official PUCT scorecard), all CEF scores are calculated using real, up-to-date plan data from each provider. We recalculate these scores regularly using current Electricity Facts Labels and plan details — we don’t guess or use hidden assumptions.

Clear Energy Facts ratings focus on plan structure, transparency, and pricing. They do not include direct customer service scores. For that, we recommend checking recent Google Reviews and other independent sources, and being cautious with “star ratings” shown on sponsored comparison sites.

Champion Energy Plans & Current Rates (Jan 2026)

Champion Energy offers a variety of plans, including True Fixed, Free Nights, and Free Weekends options. Check more information about these plans below.

Note: CEF selects plans based on value to the customer. For this review, For this review, we aim to avoid redundancy and shorter-term plans. we also generally exclude complex seasonal plans that usually offer poor value, high-rate fixed plans, and high-rate bill credit plans. For a complete list of available plans and terms, always check the provider's website. We display the latest update date for each plan, showing when the EFL and its information were collected. CEF verifies rates twice per week. Always check the provider’s website for the most current EFL and rates.

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4 plans found for Champion Energy in AEP TEXAS NORTH

Does Champion Energy have True Fixed rate plans?

Yes — we found 3 True Fixed plans (Check Provider's website for a full list of plans):

Champ Saver-24
Champion Energy logo True Fixed Listed on Power to Choose Ranked #9 of 36 True Fixed plans in this TDU & term range
Term: 24 months
Last update: January 30, 2026
Advertised average rates
500 kWh 16.60¢
1,000 kWh 16.20¢
2,000 kWh 16.10¢
Champ Saver-24
Champion Energy logo True Fixed Ranked #10 of 36 True Fixed plans in this TDU & term range
Term: 24 months
Last update: January 29, 2026
Advertised average rates
500 kWh 16.80¢
1,000 kWh 16.40¢
2,000 kWh 16.30¢
Champ Saver-12
Champion Energy logo True Fixed Ranked #37 of 60 True Fixed plans in this TDU & term range
Term: 12 months
Last update: January 29, 2026
Advertised average rates
500 kWh 16.90¢
1,000 kWh 16.50¢
2,000 kWh 16.40¢

Does Champion Energy have Fixed - Tiered Plans?

They don’t currently list any Fixed - Tiered plans on their website or on Power to Choose for this TDU.

Does Champion Energy have Free Hours plans?

⚠️ Free Nights / Free Hours are usage-dependent: The real price on these promo plans can change a lot based on when and how much you use electricity in the free window hours. Clear Energy Facts can run the math with your smart-meter data — please Log in or Sign up to see how these plans really compare for your home. You can also take a quick look at the best Free Nights electricity plans here: best Free Nights plans.

Yes — we found 1 Free Nights / Free Hours style plan (Check Provider's website for a full list of plans):

EV Saver-12
Champion Energy logo Free Hours (Day/Night)
Term: 12 months
Last update: January 29, 2026
Advertised average rates
500 kWh 16.40¢
1,000 kWh 16.00¢
2,000 kWh 15.90¢

Does Champion Energy have Free Weekend plans?

They don’t currently list any Free Weekend plans on their website or on Power to Choose for this TDU.

Does Champion Energy have Bill Credit plans?

We don’t currently list any Bill Credit plans for this provider in this TDU.

Transparency Review in Detail

5.0 /5.0

Transparency

Ranked #1 of 42 companies

Champion Energy obtains the highest transparency score because its rates and plans are largely consistent across all platforms, including its website, sponsored content on Google, and the Power to Choose marketplace. While minor differences between rates on Power to Choose and the company’s website can occasionally occur, these variations are typically less than 3%.

Customer Service Review in Detail

5.0 /5.0

PUCT complaint record

Ranked #1 of 42 companies

In this section we focus on the company’s customer service, using the official complaint data from the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT).

1. PUCT scorecard rating. This score shows how this provider compares to other Texas electricity companies based on the number of customer complaints the PUCT receives about them.

2. What the PUCT scorecard means. The PUCT publishes a scorecard that rates Retail Electric Providers based on their complaint history. It compares a company's market share to its share of complaints filed with the state. Companies that resolve issues before customers feel the need to contact the PUCT receive higher ratings (5 Power Circles), while companies that frequently force customers to escalate issues receive lower ratings.

If a company does not have a PUCT rating (or we show “No rating”), it usually means there is not enough historical data for the PUCT to calculate a score. This typically happens when a company is new to the market or has a customer base too small to be statistically compared to larger providers.

Champion Energy Reviews
3.8 Stars | 1,357 reviews

Summary of Real Customer Reviews

At Clear Energy Facts we encourage people to leave reviews on platforms where everyone can read them and companies can respond publicly. From all the options available, we’ve found that Google tends to have some of the most consistent review practices and is a widely trusted source for real customer feedback.

The analysis below is based primarily on Google reviews from roughly the last 12 months, so the information reflects recent customer experiences rather than very old history.

Customers mention helpful, patient, and professional customer service agents who assisted with contract renewals and questions. The company is reported to have competitive pricing and plans, such as a free weekend option, that provide cost savings. One review notes the company is based in Houston.
Reviews describe experiences with helpful customer service agents and competitive pricing, while also citing issues with unexpectedly high bills, variable charges, technical problems with the website, and unhelpful service interactions.

Common questions about Champion Energy

Is Champion Energy a good electricity company?

Based on our independent analysis, Champion Energy currently holds a Clear Energy Facts Score of 4.2 out of 5. This places them at rank #4 out of 42 retail electricity providers we track in Texas. This rating reflects a combination of their plan value, customer service history, and pricing transparency.

Does Champion Energy have True Fixed rate plans?

Yes. Champion Energy currently offers True Fixed rate plans. The cheapest True Fixed rate that we have validated is Champ Saver-16 at about 14.2¢/kWh around 1,000 kWh with a 16-month term in the Dallas service area. Use the ZIP search above to see the latest True Fixed options available for your area.

Does Champion Energy offer Free Nights or Free Hours plans?

Yes. Champion Energy offers Free Nights / Free Hours plans. An example is EV Saver-12.

Does Champion Energy offer Free Weekends plans?

Yes. Champion Energy offers Free Weekends plans. An example is Free Weekends-24.