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Energy Ogre vs. Power Wizard

What's the Difference?

by Garrett Faden

Shopping for electricity can be confusing and time-consuming. All the different prices, providers, and plan types can be a lot for one person to handle. Luckily, Energy Ogre saw this need and decided to shake things up in 2013. We became the first electricity management platform to help Texans make this important decision. And ever since, we’ve continued to be unbiased, solely focused on helping people have the best financial outcome when it comes to their electricity needs.

Seeing the value Energy Ogre brought to Texans, not surprisingly, more companies wanted to enter this space. One of those companies is called Power Wizard.

So with the power to choose your electricity plan, you may wonder why Energy Ogre is the right choice over a company that claims to provide similar services, such as Power Wizard.

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Energy Ogre vs. Power Wizard

Energy Ogre is an unaffiliated and independent company that helps consumers cut through tricky advertising to make sure they’re getting a great deal on electricity. That means Energy Ogre is truly your advocate. We work with providers to secure great rates for consumers (even custom rates not available to the public), but Energy Ogre only receives payment from our members. Not a single penny comes from any electricity company we do business with.

Power Wizard says on their website that they’re unbiased as well, as they don’t receive compensation from electric providers. Unlike Energy Ogre, though, Power Wizard does have a parent company, being owned by a company called NextEra Energy. NextEra is an electric utility holding company that also owns retail electricity providers (REP) that operate in Texas. Does that influence plan advertisement or selection? Power Wizard says no. Still, just remember Energy Ogre is fully independent. We work for you and only you.

It’s important to note that as of November 2024, Power Wizard no longer offers any type of management or concierge services. Power Wizard has transitioned to serving as a shopping site only. That means Power Wizard customers do not have an advocate looking out for them, do not receive market monitoring, and will not be guided to switch plans as market conditions change. Their customers are responsible for enrolling themselves, tracking their contracts, and monitoring the market for better options on their own. You don’t get the best plan tailored to your actual usage, and you must do all the work yourself.

What Does Energy Ogre Do?

Energy Ogre is the big, green electricity advocate for Texans. We’re here to make powering your home easier, without costing you too much.

How Much Does Energy Ogre Cost?

Energy Ogre has a single pricing structure for our membership fees, which adds up to $120 per year. That amount can be paid as a lump sum once a year or in monthly installments of $10. For this price, a member’s benefits include:

  • Simplified electricity-buying experience
  • Most cost-effective plan in their area
  • Routine market checks, comparing their current plan to new plans on the market
  • Energy Ogre manages all future electricity plans

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What Does Power Wizard Do?

Power Wizard is another tool for those looking for an electricity plan in Texas. However, Power Wizard is now just a shopping site and does not provide any ongoing service or support after suggesting a plan. Their customers are left to manage all enrollment, renewals, contract management, and market monitoring on their own.

How Much Does Power Wizard Cost?

There is no longer a fee for Power Wizard since they are only a shopping site that advertises electricity plans.

Power Wizard's Weakness

A major weakness is that, as of November 2024, Power Wizard users now have to do all of the work themselves. They must handle all enrollment and management tasks, decide when it’s time to switch plans, and regularly monitor the market for better deals—there’s no help, no advocacy, and no continued service or guidance. There’s no market monitoring or someone in your corner making sure you get the best plan as rates change.

Go With the Original to Secure Texas Electricity Plans!

You might as well call Energy Ogre the “Energy OG!” The company was founded in 2013 and is the original Texas electricity market disruptor. Since then, we’ve gone from a handful of individuals to a large, thriving company. When you call in to talk to a member care agent right here in Houston or use a tool on our website, you’re interacting with a fellow Texan.

Since 2018, Energy Ogre has impacted the market by over $283 million. That means that Energy Ogre has helped Texans take advantage of the competitive electricity market, not being the ones taken advantage of.

Why use a shopping site when Energy Ogre can handle everything for you?

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