Who can save with the Midday Power Saver

If you're often at home during the day or can shift when you use your electricity - like running your washing machine, electric water heater or dishwasher in the middle of the day – the Midday Power Saver might be a good fit for your household.

You may also be able to use timer functions and schedule appliances to run during the Midday Power Saver to help ensure you’re making the most of the no-cost window – even when you're not at home.

We’ve estimated that Victorian households who sign up to the Midday Power Saver could save between $149 and $428, depending on their living situation and if they shift 5% to 30% of their electricity use to the three-hour no-cost window.

Households with an electric vehicle (EV) could save substantially more – an additional $674, and $1,102 in total – by charging during the three-hour window instead of at peak times.

Households with rooftop solar, who also have an EV or home battery, can also benefit from the Midday Power Saver by charging them during the no-cost window between 11am and 2pm every day.

Talk to your electricity retailer to see if the Midday Power Saver is right for you and use the free and independent Victorian Energy Compare service at Victorian Compare Energy to find your best priced energy offers.

When to think twice before switching

It is important to check with your electricity retailer to make sure the Midday Power Saver is right for you.

While you should see savings on your electricity bill if you can shift your energy use to the three-hour no-cost window, electricity prices outside these hours and daily supply charges may be higher on this offer.

Retailers must clearly disclose the regulated electricity rates that apply outside the no-cost window, ensuring households can easily understand the costs associated with the plan before signing up.

Talk to your electricity retailer from 1 October 2026 to see if the Midday Power Saver is right for you.

Page last updated: 29/09/26