Compare the estimated annual cost using your actual usage, rather than relying only on headline discounts, and check the usage rates, daily supply charge and tariff structure. Confirm whether discounts are conditional, how long they last, and whether the contract includes exit fees or other charges. If you have solar, check feed-in tariffs and any limits, while eligible households should also ask about available concessions. Use the government’s Energy Made Easy website, or Victoria’s Victorian Energy Compare service, and confirm the final offer with the retailer because prices and eligibility depend on your circumstances.