Frontier Utilities
Saver Plus 12
Rate
7.40¢
Term
12 Months
$1000 kWh
$74
- ✓ 30% green
- ✓ $125 bill credit when your usage is at least 1000kWh
- ✓ 60 Day Happiness Guarantee
Best for Low Rates Frontier Utilities
Private Texas REP focused on transparent bill-credit plans, often priced aggressively at 1,000 kWh.
★ 4.3 · 2,210 reviews · HQ: Houston, TX · Est. 2008 · 6 plans
By the numbers
Frontier Utilities at a glance.
Lowest rate
7.40¢
Average rate
15.38¢
Plans
6
Rating
★ 4.3
What stands out
Frontier Utilities highlights.
Standard fixed-rate residential plans across major Texas TDUs.
What's in the box
Included vs. add-ons.
Included with all plans
- ✓ TDU delivery charges built into the rate
- ✓ Online account portal & mobile app
- ✓ 24/7 customer support
- ✓ Rate lock guarantee on fixed-term plans
- ✓ No surprise fees outside of the EFL
- ✓ Free monthly usage alerts
Available add-ons
- ★ Smart thermostat enrollment program
- ★ 100% renewable energy upgrade
- ★ Budget billing (level monthly payments)
- ★ Auto-pay & paperless billing discount
- ★ Referral rewards program
- ★ Appliance & wiring protection plan
Specific inclusions vary by plan. Always confirm against the EFL (Electricity Facts Label) for the plan you're considering.
Side by side
Frontier Utilities vs. top providers.
Frontier Utilities Viewing now - Rating
- ★ 4.3
- Lowest
- 7.40¢
- Average
- 15.38¢
- Plans
- 6
Best for Low Rates
Every plan, ranked honestly
Frontier Utilities plans.
Frontier Utilities
Light Saver 12
Rate
15.10¢
Term
12 Months
$1000 kWh
$151
- ✓ 30% green
- ✓ No gimmicks, no bill credits, fixed rate pricing
- ✓ 60 Day Happiness Guarantee
Frontier Utilities
Saver Value Plus 12
Rate
15.60¢
Term
12 Months
$1000 kWh
$156
- ✓ 30% green
Frontier Utilities
Saver Value 12
Rate
17.50¢
Term
12 Months
$1000 kWh
$175
- ✓ 30% green
Frontier Utilities
Saver Deluxe 12
Rate
18.00¢
Term
12 Months
$1000 kWh
$180
- ✓ 30% green
Frontier Utilities
Saver Premier 12
Rate
18.70¢
Term
12 Months
$1000 kWh
$187
- ✓ 30% green
Public review aggregate
Frontier Utilities overall rating.
4.3
2,210 public reviews
Weighted aggregate from BBB, PUCT, and Trustpilot. Individual
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How to switch to Frontier Utilities.
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Pick a plan
Compare the 6 Frontier Utilities plans by rate, term length, and renewable %. Confirm the EFL matches what you saw.
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Provider profile
InsideFrontier Utilities.
Frontier Utilities is a private Texas-only REP founded in 2008 in Houston, owned by Just Energy alumni who built it around aggressive bill-credit pricing.
Heavy on bill-credit plans at the 1,000 kWh threshold. Headline rates look great in best-of lists; effective rate is exactly the advertised rate if you use 1,001 kWh and a meaningful penalty if you use 999.
Best fit if you...
- ✓Households that consistently use 1,000-1,200 kWh per month and want to capture the bill credit.
- ✓Customers comfortable reading the EFL and checking their meter mid-billing-cycle.
Watch out for
- !If you frequently fall below 1,000 kWh (smaller home, snowbird, frequent travel) the bill credit disappears and the effective rate jumps dramatically.
- !Minimum-usage fees stack with the lost credit — apartments and small homes can pay 2-3x the advertised rate.
- !Variable-rate plans here are not recommended — bill credit math + variable rate = unpredictable bills.
What makes Frontier Utilities different
Lowest advertised 1,000 kWh rates in Texas on a quarterly basis — but the underlying per-kWh rate isn't what the headline says.
Company background
About Frontier Utilities.
Private Texas REP focused on transparent bill-credit plans, often priced aggressively at 1,000 kWh.
Established
2008
18 years in Texas
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Active plans
6
Avg rate
15.38¢
at 1,000 kWh
Frontier Utilities FAQ
Common questions about Frontier Utilities.
What does Frontier Utilities charge per kWh?
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Frontier Utilities plans range from 7.40¢/kWh on the cheapest fixed plan to roughly 18.70¢/kWh on its premium products. The average across all 6 plans is 15.38¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh of monthly usage. Always check the EFL — advertised rates can differ at 500 or 2,000 kWh.
Is Frontier Utilities a legitimate Texas REP?
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Yes. Frontier Utilities is a licensed Retail Electric Provider in Texas, founded in 2008 and headquartered in Houston, TX. It's regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and serves customers across the deregulated Texas market.
How long does it take to switch to Frontier Utilities?
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Most enrollments process in 1–3 business days. Frontier Utilities files the switch with your local TDU (Oncor, CenterPoint, AEP, or TNMP) — there's no service interruption, and your meter and wires don't change. Same-day or next-day moves are available for new addresses with priority enrollment.
Does Frontier Utilities require a deposit?
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Frontier Utilities typically runs a soft credit check at enrollment. Customers with strong credit usually pay no deposit. If a deposit is required, it's typically refunded after 12 months of on-time payments. To skip the deposit entirely, look at prepaid options or a co-signer.
What's the early termination fee with Frontier Utilities?
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On fixed-rate plans, ETFs typically run $150 (under 12 months), $250 (12-month plans), or $295 (24+ month plans). Month-to-month variable plans have no ETF. The exact fee is listed in the EFL for each plan — always verify before signing.
Can I keep Frontier Utilities if I move within Texas?
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Yes, as long as you're moving to another deregulated area on a TDU Frontier Utilities serves. You'll typically transfer your plan to the new address without paying an ETF. If you move to a regulated market or municipal utility area (like Austin Energy or CPS), you'll need to cancel — most providers waive the ETF in that case with proof of address.
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