Prepaid electricity puts you in control

No long-term contract, no credit check, no deposit. Direct Energy has the same-day*, no-hassle peace of mind you’re looking for in a prepaid plan.

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Mom and dad playing with kids in living room
Mom and dad playing with kids in living room

Pay as you go, your own way 

These tools make it easier than ever to manage your account.

Easy payments

 

Our prepaid energy plans make paying a breeze. Pay on your terms — online, in person or over the phone.

Easy reminders

 

We'll text you or send you an email when it's time to add money to your prepaid energy account.

Easy service

 

Get same-day electricity service* after your first payment and easily manage your account online.

Easy tracking

 

See how much you're using so you can stretch your dollar even more.

Contract-free flexibility

Bright Choice

No long-term contract, no credit check and no deposit.

No early termination fee! Cancel your plan at any time.

A variable-rate electricity plan lets you take advantage of seasonal pricing.

Month-to-month electricity

 

Get your Bright Choice plan in 3 easy steps

1

Enter your ZIP code

2

Select Bright Choice

3

Sign up

Why choose prepaid electricity?

Pay-as-you-go plans allow you to track your usage and keep tabs on your spending, so you’re always in control.

family moving in with boxes
family moving in with boxes
family moving in with boxes

Same-day electricity, no deposit required

Get same-day service* after your first payment and easily manage your account online.

 

The right tools for you

Track your daily and monthly usage, get reminders when it's time to make a payment and more.

Pay as you go 

Keep your budget balanced by paying your electricity bill in advance. Plus, there’s no deposit required.

With no deposit, no credit check, and no long-term contracts, it's easy to see why a pay-as-you-go energy plan could be the right choice for you.

Frequently asked questions

*Offer valid for new residential customers in Texas only. Provisioned smart meter required. Certain eligibility requirements, fees, taxes, terms and conditions apply. Orders placed after 2 p.m. will be activated the following business day.

Need help placing an order?
Texas customers: Call us at 1-855-461-1926
Northeast and Midwest customers: Contact us


Questions about your current service?
Texas customers: Call us at 1-888-305-3828
Northeast and Midwest customers: Contact us