Choosing an electricity contract for an apartment is fundamentally different from a detached house: annual consumption is low (1 500–4 000 kWh), which means the basic fee (€/month) matters more than the per-kWh price. A 2 €/month higher basic fee costs 24 €/year — often more than any c/kWh saving delivers. This guide shows the cheapest apartment contracts by size and rental status.
Cheapest electricity contracts for apartments right now
Ranked by total annual cost at 2 500 kWh — typical for a two-room apartment:
- #1~24 €/monthestimate at 2 500 kWh/yearView offer →
- #2Hehku Kiinteä 24 kkFixed 24 kk~25 €/monthestimate at 2 500 kWh/yearView offer →
- #3Cheap Määräaikainen 36 kkFixed 36 kk~25 €/monthestimate at 2 500 kWh/yearView offer →
- #4Hehku Hiilivapaa 24 kkFixed 24 kk~26 €/monthestimate at 2 500 kWh/yearView offer →
- #5Oomi Kiinteä 24 kkFixed 24 kk~26 €/monthestimate at 2 500 kWh/yearView offer →
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an electricity contract at all in an apartment?
Yes — even if heating is included in the maintenance fee, you personally pay for lighting, appliances and cooking. Every apartment has a separate metered electricity account, and you’re free to choose your own provider.
Is basic fee or c/kWh more important for an apartment?
Basic fee, at low consumption. Below 3 000 kWh/year, a 2 €/month higher basic fee (24 €/year) usually exceeds any per-kWh saving. Verrokit always ranks by total annual cost at your specific usage — that’s the honest comparison.
Should I take a fixed-term contract as a tenant?
Only if it matches your rental period. A 24-month contract with an uncertain 12-month rental is risky — moving triggers a termination fee. Prefer 3–6 month fixed contracts or open-ended options (Cheap Määräaikainen 3/6 kk, Hehku Jatkuva, spot electricity).