What is Billy?
Billy is a free power comparison tool for whenever your power feels too expensive, too confusing, or both. In fact, Billy is short for power bill, and is here to take a second look at yours.
Billy gives you the power to check.
Maybe your power bill is looking a little high? Maybe you'd like to see what options are out there? Billy doesn’t tell you what’s right or wrong, but is happy to chime in whenever you’re looking to:
Make sense of your power bill and what you’re paying for.
Compare plans and switch power companies.
Learn more about your rights, how plans differ, and where you could save.
Here's how Billy works:
Upload a recent power bill.
Or take Billy's simple survey.
Compare power plans and companies.
And let Billy help you switch.
Ready to compare? Billy can help you find the best deal for your household.
Created by the Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko
Billy is brought to you by the Electricity Authority - an independent Crown entity responsible for:
Regulating and overseeing New Zealand’s electricity market — setting the rules, ensuring compliance, and maintaining fair, efficient, and reliable operation.
Promoting competition in the electricity industry to deliver long-term benefits for consumers.
Protecting consumers’ interests by supporting transparency, competition, and reliable electricity supply.