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Spot or fixed electricity contract? Decision tree and calculations 2026

Which is better: spot or fixed-price contract? Decision tree, calculations 2015–2024 and practical recommendations by consumption.

The most common electricity contract question in Finland. Neither is universally ”better” — the right answer depends on your consumption, risk tolerance and how actively you can shift electricity use. This guide gives a decision tree, historical comparison and concrete recommendations.

Cheapest spot electricity contracts

  1. #1
    0,32c/kWh4,45€/month+ pörssisähkön varttitunti hinta
    ~33 €/monthestimate at 5 000 kWh/year
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  2. #2
    0,33c/kWh4,90€/monthMarginaali 0,33 snt/kWh ensimmäiset 4 kk, jonka jälkeen 0,99 snt/kWh
    ~33 €/monthestimate at 5 000 kWh/year
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  3. #3
    0,34c/kWh5,95€/monthEnsimmäiset 4kk, jonka jälkeen 0,54 c/kWh 31.3.2027 asti ja sen jälkeen 1,99 c/kWh + 5,95 €/kk.
    ~34 €/monthestimate at 5 000 kWh/year
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Cheapest fixed-price contracts

  1. #1
    Cheap Määräaikainen 24 kkFixed 24 kkCHEAPEST
    9,65c/kWh3,90€/monthSähkösopimus 2 vuodeksi
    ~44 €/monthestimate at 5 000 kWh/year
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  2. #2
    9,49c/kWh5,45€/monthPerusmaksu 0 € ensimmäiset 3 kk, sen jälkeen 5,45 €/kk
    ~45 €/monthestimate at 5 000 kWh/year
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  3. #3
    9,68c/kWh4,90€/monthPitkäkestoinen suoja sähkön hinnanvaihteluilta vastaan.
    ~45 €/monthestimate at 5 000 kWh/year
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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper long-term: spot or fixed?
Spot has been cheaper in Finland 7 out of 10 years (2015–2024), with average savings of about 2 c/kWh over the period. But in crisis years (2021, 2022) fixed was significantly cheaper.
Can I switch mid-contract?
Spot: yes, 2-week notice, no fee. Fixed-term: yes but with a penalty (typically €50–200 + remaining basic fees).
Is hybrid a middle ground?
Yes. Fortum Duo, Oomi Jousto and Hehku Jousto combine a fixed base with a consumption-effect component. You keep part of the fixed-price security while benefiting from off-peak usage.

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