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Chariot Energy Review

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Chariot Energy ranks among our top-rated Texas electricity providers, combining competitive pricing, a broad lineup of plans, and strong financial backing. Its Bright Nights plan earned our Best Provider for EV Owners award after delivering the lowest annual cost in our real-world analysis.

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Editorial insight

Our Take

Chariot has become one of the stronger electricity providers in Texas by combining competitive pricing with a digital-first customer experience. Backed by Hanwha Energy, the company offers one of the broadest plan portfolios available, including fixed-rate, renewable energy, Time-of-Use, solar buyback, usage credit, and free nights options.

We don't recommend every Chariot plan equally. Usage credit plans, for example, work well only within a narrow usage range. But one plan stood out in our analysis: Chariot's Bright Nights plan earned our Best Provider for EV Owners award by delivering the lowest annual cost of any EV or free-night plan we evaluated. It pairs free overnight electricity with a competitive daytime rate, a combination rarely found in competing plans.

Our verdict

Chariot is a reliable choice that combines competitive pricing with a digital-first experience and one of the broadest plan portfolios in Texas. While we don't recommend every plan equally, Chariot delivers solid value across much of its offerings. Its Bright Nights plan earned our Best Provider for EV Owners award for delivering the lowest annual cost in our real-world analysis.

Best Provider for EV Owners

Why Chariot Won Our EV Award

Chariot's Bright Nights plan isn't designed or marketed as an EV plan, but it works great as one. Plenty of Texas providers offer EV-specific plans. Bright Nights beat them in our analysis, and two of our writers drive EVs and use it at home.

We didn't rely on average rates from Electricity Facts Labels. Instead, we compared nearly every major Texas EV and free nights plan using real-world usage patterns from a typical household with overnight EV charging. Bright Nights delivered the lowest annual electricity cost of any plan we evaluated, pairing free overnight electricity with a competitive daytime rate, a combination we rarely found in competing plans.

What Most EV Plans Do

  • Offer free overnight charging but offset the savings with higher daytime rates.
  • Rely on average daytime pricing that reduces the overall value of the plan.
  • Limit the biggest savings to EV charging instead of all overnight household electricity usage.

What Made Bright Nights Different

  • Free electricity overnight (11:00 PM to 6:00 AM) for EV charging and other household usage.
  • A competitive daytime rate rather than inflated pricing.
  • The lowest annual electricity cost in our analysis.

Provider evaluation

How We Graded Chariot Energy

Every provider is graded on the same four criteria: Price Competitiveness, Pricing Transparency, Customer Experience, and Renewal Practices. Grades run A to D and reflect our independent editorial assessment, not just advertised rates.

  1. B+

    Price Competitiveness

    Chariot ranks among the most competitively priced electricity providers in Texas. The Bright Nights plan we analyzed through Power to Choose delivered the lowest annual cost of any EV or free-night plan in our real-world comparison, though pricing varies by shopping channel.

  2. B-

    Pricing Transparency

    Chariot offers a range of plan types including fixed-rate, bill credit, Time-of-Use, and solar buyback options. Bill credit plans are designed to produce low advertised rates that not every household achieves, which affects our transparency grade.

  3. B+

    Customer Experience

    Chariot offers a digital-first experience with straightforward enrollment and intuitive account management. The company delivers one of the better online experiences among Texas providers while maintaining the stability of a well-capitalized company.

  4. B

    Renewal Practices

    Like most Texas providers, Chariot reserves its most competitive pricing for new customers. Expect higher renewal offers when your contract ends, and renewal options may include more complex plans such as bill credit plans. Compare your renewal offer against current market rates before deciding.

The overall grade of B is our editorial judgment across all four criteria, not a simple average. Read our editorial standards

Standout features

Why Chariot Stands Out

The Power to Choose version of Bright Nights earned the award, but Chariot is a strong provider well beyond a single plan. These are the qualities that define it as a modern, competitive Texas electricity company.

  1. 01

    Competitive Plan Portfolio

    Chariot offers one of the broader residential plan portfolios in Texas, including fixed-rate, Time-of-Use, renewable energy, free nights, solar buyback, and bill credit plans. We found competitive options across multiple shopping channels, giving customers more than one choice depending on their household's needs.

  2. 02

    Hanwha Financial Strength

    Chariot is backed by Hanwha Energy and the global Hanwha Group, which has deep resources in energy and infrastructure. This backing gives Chariot stability and scale that many independent Texas retailers lack.

  3. 03

    Flexible Plan Options

    Chariot offers plans for a variety of household needs, from straightforward fixed-rate contracts to Time-of-Use, solar buyback, and renewable energy options.

  4. 04

    Competitive Shopping Site Pricing

    Chariot competes across Texas electricity shopping websites, where its fixed-rate, Time-of-Use, and specialty plans rank among the most competitively priced options available. Pricing varies by plan and shopping channel, and customers often find better rates through independent shopping sites than on Chariot's direct website.

Current plans

Chariot Energy Plans & Rates

Chariot's current plans, refreshed daily. Compare them on your actual usage, not the advertised rate. Prices shown for the Houston (CenterPoint Energy) service area. Last updated November 14, 2026.

  • Chariot Freedom

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    Term: Month-to-month

    Features: Variable · 100% Renewable

    Price at 1,000 kWh: 17.9¢/kWh

  • Bright Nights 6

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    Term: 6 months

    Features: Fixed · Time-of-use · 100% Renewable · New customers only

    Price at 1,000 kWh: 11.6¢/kWh

  • GridPlus 12

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    Term: 12 months

    Features: Fixed · Bill credit · 100% Renewable · New customers only

    Price at 1,000 kWh: 6.9¢/kWh

  • Bright Nights 12

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    Term: 12 months

    Features: Fixed · Time-of-use · 100% Renewable · New customers only

    Price at 1,000 kWh: 12.4¢/kWh

  • Bright Nights 24

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    Term: 24 months

    Features: Fixed · Time-of-use · 100% Renewable · New customers only

    Price at 1,000 kWh: 12.8¢/kWh

  • Bright Nights 36

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    Term: 36 months

    Features: Fixed · Time-of-use · 100% Renewable · New customers only

    Price at 1,000 kWh: 13.0¢/kWh

The price shown is the total average price at 1,000 kWh, including delivery charges.

Editorial note

Where you shop for electricity matters. Texas providers often offer different plans and prices depending on where you shop. Before enrolling, compare options across more than one shopping channel, not just the provider's website.

Plan options

Plan Types Chariot Energy Offers

Which of the major Texas plan categories Chariot currently offers. Availability varies by service area, so confirm during enrollment.

  • Fixed-Rate Plans

    Offered

    Lock in your electricity rate for the length of your contract.

  • Bill Credit Plans

    Offered

    Earn bill credits when your monthly usage meets qualifying thresholds.

  • Time-of-Use Plans

    Offered

    For households that naturally use more electricity at specific times, such as free nights or off-peak pricing.

  • EV Plans

    Offered

    Designed for electric vehicle owners with charging-friendly pricing.

  • Solar Buyback Plans

    Offered

    Receive credits for excess solar energy sent back to the grid.

  • 100% Renewable Plans

    Offered

    Powered by 100% renewable energy.

  • Home Battery Programs

    Not offered

    Earn rewards for supporting the grid during peak demand while keeping backup power for your home.

  • Prepaid Plans

    Not offered

    Pay for electricity in advance without a traditional monthly bill.

Not sure which plan type fits your home? Explore Texas electricity plan types

Independent advice

When to Consider Another Provider

Chariot earned our EV award for a specific plan, but no provider fits every household. Depending on your priorities, another provider may be a better match.

  • You Prefer Simple, Predictable Pricing

    If you'd rather pay the same price for every kWh regardless of when you use electricity, and you value dependable pricing and predictable renewals over the long run, a traditional fixed-rate plan may be a better fit than a Time-of-Use plan.

    You may prefer: Champion Energy

Not sure Chariot is right for you? Tell us about your home and we'll recommend the plan that fits your usage, even if it's from another provider.

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Chariot Energy Customer Resources

Quick links for existing customers. Phone numbers and links go to Chariot Energy directly; outages go to your local utility.

  • Customer Service

    Questions about your account or billing: 855-968-8390.

    Call Chariot Energy

  • Pay Your Bill

    Make a one-time payment or manage autopay.

    Pay online

  • Manage Account

    Log in to view usage, billing, and account settings.

    Log in

  • Start or Transfer Service

    Moving? Start new service or transfer your account.

    Start service

  • Report a Power Outage

    Power outages are handled by your local utility (TDU), not Chariot Energy.

    Find my utility

  • Renew Your Plan

    View your renewal options and manage your next contract.

    Renew your plan

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The bottom line

Should You Choose Chariot Energy?

Chariot is one of our top-rated Texas electricity providers, combining competitive pricing, a broad lineup of plans, and strong financial backing. Compare the Electricity Facts Label for the exact plan you're considering and choose the one that best fits your home's electricity usage.

Chariot combines competitive pricing with strong financial backing, and its Bright Nights plan earned our Best Provider for EV Owners award.

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