Octopus Go Tariff 2026
Octopus Go is the original cheap-overnight tariff: 7p/kWh between 00:30 and 05:30, peak rates the rest of the day. Built for EV owners who can charge overnight, but it also suits homes that can run heat pumps, dishwashers, and washing machines on schedule.
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Octopus Go rates 2026
All rates inclusive of VAT. Subject to Octopus's most recent rate review — check octopus.energy for live rates before signing up.
| Time window | Import | Export |
|---|---|---|
| 00:30 – 05:30 (cheap) | 7p | 15p |
| 05:30 – 00:30 (peak) | 30p | 15p |
Who wins on this tariff
- EV owners who charge between 00:30 and 05:30
- Heat pump owners pre-heating overnight
- Battery owners able to manually schedule charging
- Homes WITHOUT solar (Go has no time-of-use export advantage)
When to skip it
- Homes with solar AND battery — Flux usually wins by £400/year
- Anyone unable to shift load to the 5-hour overnight window
What it's worth
A typical 2-EV household charging both cars overnight on Go saves around £900/year vs charging on standard variable. Without an EV, Go saves £200–£400/year if you can run dishwasher + washing machine + hot water in the cheap window.
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