Bord Gáis Energy is one of Ireland's most recognised energy brands — historically synonymous with gas supply but now a major electricity and dual fuel provider. Yuno Energy is a newer challenger building its reputation on competitive pricing and digital-first account management. Here's how they compare across electricity and gas in 2026.
Quick Summary
| | Yuno Energy | Bord Gáis Energy | |---|---|---| | Electricity unit rate (best plan) | 28.27c/kWh | ~29–32c/kWh | | Gas unit rate (best plan, exc. carbon tax) | 8.71c/kWh | ~8.5–9.5c/kWh | | Gas standing charge | €137.64/year | ~€145–160/year | | Dual fuel bundle | Yes | Yes | | Smart meter tariff | Yes | Yes | | Green electricity | No | Yes (options) |
Electricity Compared
Yuno Variable Discount Plan 24hr
- Unit rate: 28.27c/kWh (ex VAT)
- Standing charge: €220.97/year
- Estimated annual bill: €1,554 inc VAT (4,200 kWh)
Bord Gáis Energy electricity tariffs typically carry unit rates in the 29–33c/kWh range for standard plans, with 12-month new-customer discounts bringing the first-year effective rate down. Standing charges on Bord Gáis electricity plans are generally in the €240–€265/year range.
For a standard meter electricity-only customer, Yuno tends to be cheaper on unit rate and standing charge combined — but the difference is smaller once Bord Gáis's discount is applied.
Gas Compared
This is where the comparison gets interesting. Both suppliers are competitive on gas.
Yuno Variable Gas Discount Plan
- Unit rate: 8.71c/kWh + 1.15c/kWh carbon tax = 9.86c/kWh total (ex VAT)
- Standing charge: €137.64/year (37.7c/day)
- Estimated annual bill: €1,332 inc VAT (11,000 kWh)
Yuno Standard Gas Plan
- Unit rate: 9.45c/kWh + 1.15c/kWh carbon tax = 10.60c/kWh total (ex VAT)
- Standing charge: €137.64/year
- Estimated annual bill: €1,421 inc VAT
Bord Gáis Energy gas tariffs are consistently competitive — as the company with the deepest gas heritage in Ireland, they tend to price gas aggressively. Their standing charge is typically in the €145–€160/year range, which is €7–22/year higher than Yuno's. On unit rate, Bord Gáis and Yuno are broadly similar — check live rates on GoSwitch for the current position.
Yuno's lower gas standing charge (€137.64 vs Bord Gáis's ~€150+) is a genuine advantage for households with average or below-average gas consumption.
Dual Fuel (Electricity + Gas Together)
Both Yuno and Bord Gáis offer dual fuel plans. Bord Gáis has historically offered combined electricity and gas bundles with a discount for taking both. Yuno's dual fuel option combines their competitive electricity and gas plans.
For households heating with gas, the combined annual cost is the most important number. Run your actual usage figures through GoSwitch's comparison tool to get a full dual fuel ranking.
What Bord Gáis Energy Does Better
Gas pedigree: Bord Gáis Energy's gas supply network and customer service experience in gas are unmatched. If gas reliability and support are your priority, Bord Gáis is a strong choice.
Green options: Bord Gáis offers renewable electricity plans. Yuno does not currently have a green tariff.
Dual fuel discounts: Bord Gáis has a long history of offering combined electricity + gas deals that can undercut separate-supplier pricing.
What Yuno Energy Does Better
Gas standing charge: Yuno's standing charge of €137.64/year is lower than Bord Gáis's, making Yuno cheaper for low-to-average gas consumers even if the unit rates are similar.
Electricity pricing: Yuno's electricity unit rate on the Variable Discount Plan (28.27c/kWh) tends to be at the cheaper end of the market.
Dynamic electricity option: For tech-engaged households, Yuno's Dynamic Plan has no equivalent at Bord Gáis.
Who Should Choose Which?
Choose Yuno Energy if:
- You want competitive rates on both electricity and gas without a long track record requirement
- The lower gas standing charge appeals (especially for lower consumption households)
- You're interested in smart or dynamic electricity pricing
Choose Bord Gáis Energy if:
- You want a combined dual fuel discount from one of Ireland's most established gas brands
- You value green electricity options
- Customer service heritage in gas is important to you
Verdict
On gas, Yuno's lower standing charge gives it an edge for average households, while unit rates are closely matched. On electricity, Yuno is competitive. Bord Gáis wins on brand trust, green options, and dual fuel bundling history. For pure cost, the two are close enough that you should check current live prices on GoSwitch before deciding.