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Which tariff is best to use with my battery?

Which tariff is best to use with my battery?

With a cheap off-peak tariff and a Vimma battery you can unlock serious savings. Here are two of the most popular options and what to look out for when comparing.

Is battery safety something to worry about?

Is battery safety something to worry about?

Our batteries are installed outside and use the safest chemistry type. So no fires, no drama, just cool, quiet confidence that your savings aren’t coming at a cost.

Is charging overnight better for the environment?

Is charging overnight better for the environment?

Charging overnight when the grid is often cheaper and greener (due to a higher percentage of renewable generation) can help you save money and reduce your carbon footprint.

How do time of use tariffs work?

How do time of use tariffs work?

Energy companies offer time of use tariffs to smooth out demand, save costs due to lower wholesale input prices – you get cheaper power and a grid that works better for everyone.

What is arbitrage and how does it save me money?

What is arbitrage and how does it save me money?

In this context arbitrage means storing cheap off-peak energy to use at peak times when prices soar, saving you hundreds per year.

Is a battery without solar worthwhile?

Is a battery without solar worthwhile?

A Vimma battery on a smart tariff can cut your electricity bill in half and payback faster than solar, with less faff, and no need for sunshine. Just simple, straight-up savings.

Why is electricity in the UK so expensive?

Why is electricity in the UK so expensive?

UK electricity is costly because gas sets the price, it's expensive, we import a lot, and the market is volatile, but smart storage and more renewable generation can help bring costs down.

What is Vimma?

What is Vimma?

Vimma is an affordable, managed home battery that stores cheap off-peak electricity so you can avoid expensive rates, helping you cut bills by up to 50%.

Energy Price Cap Changes - What Does This Mean for Me?

Energy Price Cap Changes - What Does This Mean for Me?

The energy price cap sets a limit on what suppliers can charge per unit, so when it changes, your bills may go up or down-but smart usage and storage can help you stay in control.

What is a Time of Use Tariff?

What is a Time of Use Tariff?

Heard whispers about “time of use” tariffs and wondered if they can save you money on your energy bill?