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Smart Export Guarantee Tariff Comparison 2026
Compare Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) tariffs from UK energy suppliers. Find the best rate for your solar export.
Your Solar Export Details
Typical homes export 1,500-2,500 kWh per year without battery storage
UK Smart Export Guarantee Tariffs 2026
E.ON Next
BEST VALUEFixed rate for 12 months
0.17p
per kWh
Your annual income:£330.00
✓Must be E.ON customer
✓Fixed rate guarantee
✓Annual payments
Contract: 12 monthsMin export: 500 kWh/year
Octopus Energy
Variable rate, updated quarterly
0.15p
per kWh
Your annual income:£300.00
✓No minimum export
✓Easy online setup
✓Half-hourly readings
Contract: Rolling monthly
British Gas
Variable rate, reviewed quarterly
0.15p
per kWh
Your annual income:£300.00
✓Existing customer priority
✓Smart meter required
✓Quarterly payments
Contract: 12 months
OVO Energy
Variable rate with seasonal adjustments
0.04p
per kWh
Your annual income:£80.00
✓Additional green tariff options
✓Monthly payments
✓App tracking
Contract: Rolling monthly
EDF Energy
Variable rate with winter boost
0.04p
per kWh
Your annual income:£70.00
✓Winter rate increase
✓Online portal
✓Quarterly payments
Contract: 12 months
Income Comparison
Best Tariff
E.ON Next
£330.00
per year
Lowest Tariff
EDF Energy
£70.00
per year
Potential Difference
£260.00
per year
Important Notes
- • SEG rates are subject to change
- • You need a smart meter to qualify
- • Some tariffs require you to be an energy customer
- • Actual export varies by season and usage
Understanding Smart Export Guarantee Payments
What is SEG?
The Smart Export Guarantee pays you for excess solar energy exported to the grid. Rates vary by supplier.
Maximize Earnings
Shop around for the best rate. You can switch SEG provider without changing your energy supplier.
Payment Terms
Most providers pay quarterly or annually. Check contract lengths and any minimum export requirements.