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Alcanzia vs CHC Energía

Live Comparison • October 2026

A detailed head-to-head comparison covering rates, typical bills, pros & cons, and features to help you decide which is better for your home.

Our Verdict

Overall Winner: Lowest Typical Bill

For a typical Spanish household (3.6kW Potencia, 300kWh monthly usage), CHC Energía is the cheaper option. Their Plan Ilumina Dúo Promo tariff results in an estimated monthly bill of €84.73 (including taxes). This compares to Alcanzia's best option (Alcanzia Tarifa Fija) at €90.95 per month.

Alcanzia Best Bill
€90.95
CHC Energía Best Bill
€84.73

* Assumption: 3.6 kW contracted power, 300 kWh monthly usage (20% peak, 30% flat, 50% off-peak), including 21% IVA, 5.11% Electricity Tax, and ~€1 meter rental.

Best Flat Rate

CHC Energía is the only provider offering a true 24-hour flat rate (0.179 €/kWh).

Best Time-of-Use Rate

CHC Energía has cheaper off-peak hours (0.084081 €/kWh vs 0.126638 €/kWh).

Scorecard Comparison

Metric (1-10)AlcanziaCHC Energía
Price Competitiveness
8
6
Solar Suitability
8
5
EV Suitability
7
6
Simplicity
9
7
Customer Service
7
8
Transparency
8
7

Full Head-to-Head Comparison

Alcanzia

Alcanzia

4.1 / 5 (500+ reviews)
Founded2013
Customers50,000+
Energy100% Renewable

Pros

  • 100% Certified green energy
  • Choice of flat or time-of-use fixed rates
  • No permanent stay required (usually)
  • Strong solar virtual battery offering

Cons

  • Slightly higher power prices than some discount brands
  • Focused primarily on digital interaction
  • Less known than the major national players

Available Tariffs

Alcanzia Tarifa Fija

Est. Monthly Bill
€90.95
Energy (P1 / P2 / P3)
0.258796 / 0.172295 / 0.126638
€/kWh
Potencia (P1 / P2)0.101948 / 0.08553 €/kW
Solar ExportN/A
Fixed FeeNone
CHC Energía

CHC Energía

2.3 / 5 (100+ reviews)
Founded2009
Customers400,000+
EnergyRenewable & Mixed

Pros

  • Massive network of physical offices
  • Personalized local customer service
  • Simple, stable fixed-price plans
  • Good for regional and rural areas

Cons

  • Online customer service can be slow
  • Mixed reviews on billing clarity
  • Fewer high-tech app features compared to startups

Available Tariffs

Plan Vehículo Eléctrico

Est. Monthly Bill
€89.79
Energy (P1 / P2 / P3)
0.248745 / 0.248745 / 0.084081
€/kWh
Potencia (P1 / P2)0.088956 / 0.091122 €/kW
Solar ExportN/A
Fixed FeeNone

Plan Ilumina Dúo Promo

Est. Monthly Bill
€84.73
Energy (24h)0.179 €/kWh
Potencia (P1 / P2)0.077569 / 0.031745 €/kW
Solar ExportN/A
Fixed FeeNone

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