Octopus Energy Intelligent Octopus Go: is it worth it?

Last updated 6 Nov 2026 · Prices from Octopus Energy (source)

Octopus Energy Intelligent Octopus Go is a variable EV tariff from Octopus Energy with a cheaper rate between 23:30 and 05:30. Whether it's the cheapest for you depends on your car, your mileage and when you charge.

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Rates by region

Prices include VAT. Standing charge in pence per day, rates in pence per kWh.

Region	Standing charge	Peak rate	Cheap rate
East Midlands	51.02p	32.53p	9.90p (23:30–05:30)
Eastern England	51.94p	34.46p	9.90p (23:30–05:30)
London	42.56p	34.16p	9.90p (23:30–05:30)
Merseyside and North Wales	67.01p	36.31p	9.90p (23:30–05:30)
North East England	60.97p	32.88p	9.90p (23:30–05:30)
North Scotland	55.55p	33.03p	9.90p (23:30–05:30)
North West England	45.12p	34.13p	9.90p (23:30–05:30)
South East England	52.48p	34.74p	9.90p (23:30–05:30)
South Scotland	61.71p	34.28p	9.90p (23:30–05:30)
South Wales	54.63p	34.12p	9.90p (23:30–05:30)
South West England	55.80p	34.00p	9.90p (23:30–05:30)
Southern England	47.74p	33.60p	9.90p (23:30–05:30)
West Midlands	56.89p	33.02p	9.90p (23:30–05:30)
Yorkshire	61.13p	33.34p	9.90p (23:30–05:30)

Who it suits

Drivers who can charge in the cheap window (23:30–05:30).
Owners of a compatible car or charger. The supplier lists: Ohme, Zappi, Hypervolt, Andersen, Wallbox, Easee, Indra, Tesla, BMW, Mini, Audi, Volkswagen, Skoda, Cupra, Kia, Hyundai, Polestar, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Ford, Jaguar, Porsche, Genesis, Nissan, MG, BYD.
People happy with prices that can change.

The catches

You need a smart meter.
Cheap charging depends on the supplier scheduling it, so you may not choose the exact times.

What would it cost you?

Your yearly cost depends on your car, mileage, home use and charger. Our calculator works it out against every tariff we've checked, and shows every sum. See how we compare.