TXU Energy Best for Large Homes

TXU Energy

Texas's largest REP. Free Nights, Solar Days, and Cash Back Loyalty rewards.

4.1 · 5,180 reviews HQ: Irving, TX Est. 1984 11 plans

By the numbers

TXU Energy at a glance.

Lowest rate
13.50¢
Average rate
17.93¢
Plans
11
Rating
★ 4.1

What stands out

TXU Energy highlights.

Long-term price lock

Lock in your rate for 24+ months. Insulated from market spikes.

100% renewable plans

Texas-sourced wind and solar. Verified renewable energy certificates.

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

TXU Energy vs. top providers.

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Rating
★ 4.1
Lowest
13.50¢
Average
17.93¢
Plans
11
Best for Large Homes
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★ 4.8
Lowest
8.30¢
Average
14.52¢
Plans
4
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★ 4.7
Lowest
8.30¢
Average
14.00¢
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5
Best for Green Energy
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★ 4.4
Lowest
7.20¢
Average
14.41¢
Plans
20
Best for Low Rates
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Every plan, ranked honestly

TXU Energy plans.

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TXU Energy
TXU Energy

Clear Deal 12

Rate
13.50¢
Term
12 Months
$1000 kWh
$135
  • $30 bill credit when your usage is at least 800kWh
  • 60 Day Satisfaction Guarantee
  • 12-month term
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TXU Energy
TXU Energy

Free Nights & Solar Days 12 (8 pm)

100% green
Rate
18.90¢
Term
12 Months
$1000 kWh
$189
  • 100% green energy
  • No energy charges from 8pm to 5am
  • Free nights, solar days
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9
TXU Energy
TXU Energy

Solar Saver 12

Rate
19.80¢
Term
12 Months
$1000 kWh
$198
  • 25% green
  • $30 bill credit when your usage is at least 1200kWh
  • 60 Day Satisfaction Guarantee
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Public review aggregate

TXU Energy overall rating.

4.1
5,180 public reviews
Weighted aggregate from BBB, PUCT, and Trustpilot. Individual reviews from our own customers are coming soon.

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How to switch to TXU Energy.

  1. 1

    Pick a plan

    Compare the 11 TXU Energy plans by rate, term length, and renewable %. Confirm the EFL matches what you saw.

  2. 2

    Enroll online

    Sign up in under 5 minutes — no paperwork, no phone tree. Bring your ZIP, address, and a recent bill if you have one.

  3. 3

    Switch is automatic

    TXU Energy files the switch with your TDU. No service interruption, no new equipment, no truck roll. Your meter and wires stay the same.

Provider profile

InsideTXU Energy.

TXU Energy is the largest retail electricity provider in Texas by customer count, the unbundled retail piece of the old TXU Corp / Energy Future Holdings empire that ran the state-owned utility through 2002. After the EFH bankruptcy in 2014 (one of the largest leveraged-buyout failures in U.S. history), the retail business was spun out to Vistra Corp, which still owns it today.

TXU prices for brand and rewards rather than headline rate. Their lineup is built around named products — Free Nights & Solar Days, Cash Back Loyalty, Energy Saver — each layering a loyalty mechanic on top of the underlying rate.

Best fit if you...

  • Heavy nighttime users (EV charging, work-from-home night shifts) — Free Nights products zero out 8pm-5am energy.
  • Customers who value brand stability and a polished mobile app over the absolute lowest rate.
  • Solar-panel households — Solar Days plans credit excess generation at the kWh rate (not the much lower buyback rate).

Watch out for

  • !Free Nights plans price daytime kWh meaningfully higher to fund the night discount — if more than 60-65% of your use is daytime, you'll pay more, not less.
  • !Cash Back Loyalty rewards take 12 months to accrue; cancel early and you forfeit them.
  • !TXU's straight-rate fixed plans almost never lead the market on price — pure-cost shoppers usually find a better deal elsewhere.

What makes TXU Energy different

Largest customer base in Texas, strongest brand recognition, and the most sophisticated rewards architecture in the market.

Company background

About TXU Energy.

Texas's largest REP. Free Nights, Solar Days, and Cash Back Loyalty rewards.

Established
1984
42 years in Texas
Headquarters
Irving, TX
Active plans
11
Avg rate
17.93¢
at 1,000 kWh

TXU Energy FAQ

Common questions about TXU Energy.

What does TXU Energy charge per kWh?

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TXU Energy plans range from 13.50¢/kWh on the cheapest fixed plan to roughly 22.30¢/kWh on its premium products. The average across all 11 plans is 17.93¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh of monthly usage. Always check the EFL — advertised rates can differ at 500 or 2,000 kWh.

Is TXU Energy a legitimate Texas REP?

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Yes. TXU Energy is a licensed Retail Electric Provider in Texas, founded in 1984 and headquartered in Irving, 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 TXU Energy?

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Most enrollments process in 1–3 business days. TXU Energy 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 TXU Energy require a deposit?

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TXU Energy 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 TXU Energy?

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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 TXU Energy if I move within Texas?

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Yes, as long as you're moving to another deregulated area on a TDU TXU Energy 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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