Members Portal
We keep working after you sign up. Your provider doesn't.
Your provider sends you a confusing bill once a month and hopes you don't look too closely. We give you real-time usage data, smart alerts when you're about to miss a bill credit, and the truth about how your plan is actually performing. All free. Forever.
- Real-time usage dashboard—know where you stand, always
- Bill credit alerts: "Run your dryer for 2 hours to hit your $50 credit"
- Plan performance scoring—is your plan working for you?
- Contract countdown with pre-shopped alternatives ready
- Usage anomaly detection—catch problems before the bill arrives
What You Get From Us vs. What You Get From Them
Your provider sends you a bill and hopes you don't ask questions. We give you the tools to actually understand and optimize your electricity.
| Feature | Compare Power | Your Provider |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time usage data | ||
| Bill credit optimization | ||
| Time-of-use reminders | ||
| Plan performance scoring | ||
| Contract expiration alerts | Barely | |
| Pre-shopped alternatives | ||
| Usage anomaly detection | ||
| Neighbor comparison | Limited | |
| Incentive to help you save |
We Tell You What To Do—Not Just What Happened
Generic "you used 847 kWh" notifications are useless. You need to know: "Run your dryer for 2 hours to hit your $50 credit" or "Don't bother—the math doesn't work." That's what we give you.
Bill Credit Optimizer
Your plan gives you a $50 credit at 1,000 kWh. You're at 847 kWh with 3 days left. We'll tell you: "Run your dryer for ~2 hours to hit your credit." Or: "You're too far—not worth the extra cost." We do the math so you don't have to.
Time-of-Use Reminders
On a "Free Nights" plan? We'll remind you when free hours start. "Free electricity begins in 30 minutes—delay your dishwasher and save $2.40." Over a year, that adds up to real money.
Danger Zone Warnings
Some plans have penalty tiers—use too much and your rate jumps. We'll warn you: "You're approaching 2,000 kWh. Above that, your rate jumps from 10c to 15c. Consider delaying that laundry."
Usage Spike Detection
Your usage jumped 340% on Tuesday. Broken appliance? A/C stuck on? Meter error? We'll flag it immediately—not after you get a $400 surprise bill.
Contract Countdown
45 days until your contract expires. Your auto-renewal rate? 14.2c. Current market rates? 9.1c. We've already found 3 better options. One click to switch.
Plan Performance Score
Your plan is performing 12% worse than expected. Why? You're consistently missing the 1,000 kWh credit tier. Here's what you'd save on a flat-rate plan instead.
How to Get Access
Enroll through Compare Power. That's it. No extra signup. No subscription.
Enroll Through Compare Power
Sign up for any plan through us. That's it—you're automatically a member.
No extra signup. No subscription. Just enroll like normal and the portal is yours.
5 minConnect Your Smart Meter
Authorize read-only access to your smart meter data (optional but recommended).
This powers the real-time dashboard and smart alerts. Takes 2 minutes.
2 minWe Start Working
Your dashboard goes live. Alerts activate. We monitor 24/7 so you don't have to.
Check in whenever you want, or just wait for us to tell you when something matters.
Always-onYour Dashboard
Everything you need to understand and optimize your electricity—in one place
Usage Dashboard
See your electricity usage in real-time—hourly, daily, weekly, monthly. Compare to last year. Compare to neighbors. Know exactly where you stand before the bill arrives.
Credit Tracker
For tiered plans: see your progress toward bill credits. Green = on track. Yellow = need to adjust. Red = won't make it (and that's okay—we'll tell you if it's worth trying).
Plan Score
Is your plan performing as expected? We compare your predicted costs to actual costs. If there's a gap, we explain why and show alternatives.
Contract Center
Countdown to expiration. Auto-renewal rate displayed clearly. Pre-shopped alternatives ready. One-click switching when you're ready.
Alert Center
All your active alerts in one place. Customize what you care about: bill credits, usage spikes, contract warnings, rate changes. Turn off what you don't.
Neighbor Comparison
Anonymous comparison to similar homes in your area. Are you using more? Less? Is your rate better or worse? Know if you're winning or losing.
See Every Feature In Detail
Each feature has its own page with live demos, real math examples, and exactly how it works. No marketing fluff—just the truth.
Bill Credit Optimizer
"Run your dryer for 2 hours to hit your $50 credit." We do the math so you don't have to.
- - Live gauge chart demos
- - The actual math explained
- - When to chase credits vs. skip
Time-of-Use Optimizer
"Free Nights" plans aren't free. We show you if the math actually works for YOUR usage.
- - Hourly usage timeline charts
- - Break-even calculations
- - Shift suggestions with savings
Usage Spike Detection
Catch problems in hours—not weeks. Know WHAT happened, not just "your usage was high."
- - Live spike alert demos
- - Pattern recognition explained
- - Dispute support tools
Contract Countdown
Never roll into expensive month-to-month rates. We track it, you don't have to think about it.
- - Visual countdown cards
- - Pre-shopped alternatives
- - ETF break-even calculator
Plan Performance Score
Is your plan actually working? A score of 0-100 tells you instantly—with reasons why.
- - Score ring visualization
- - Factor breakdown
- - Better plan suggestions
Neighbor Comparison
Compare to homes like YOURS—not random neighbors. Real context for your usage.
- - Comparison bar charts
- - What makes homes "similar"
- - Efficiency potential
Why Your Provider Doesn't Do This
They could. They choose not to. Here's why.
"We want to help you save energy"
— Every provider's marketing
They profit when you use more electricity and when you stay confused. Helping you optimize your usage? That's leaving money on the table. They'll never tell you to run your dryer to hit a credit—that would cost them $50.
"Check your usage anytime in our app"
— Provider customer portals
Most provider "apps" show usage 24-48 hours delayed. Some only update monthly. By the time you see a problem, the bill is already locked in. Real-time means real-time.
"We'll notify you before your contract expires"
— Contract terms
One letter, 30 days before, buried in a stack of junk mail. They're hoping you miss it. The auto-renewal rate is typically 30-50% higher than your original rate. That's not an accident.
"Our rates are competitive"
— Provider sales reps
Competitive with what? They don't compare themselves to other providers—they compare to their own worst rates. "Save 20% vs. our standard rate" means nothing if their standard rate is 40% above market.
The Bill Credit Math (A Real Example)
Your Situation:
- - Plan: "Smart Value 12" with $50 credit at 1,000 kWh
- - Current usage: 847 kWh (with 3 days left in billing cycle)
- - Your rate: 11.5c/kWh
- - You need: 153 kWh more to hit the credit
The Math:
Cost to use 153 kWh:
(153 x $0.115)
Credit you'd get:
Net benefit:
Our alert: "Run your dryer (~2.5 hours) and dishwasher (~1 hour) today. You'll spend ~$18 on electricity and get a $50 bill credit. Net win: $32."
When We'd Tell You NOT To Try:
If you were at 650 kWh with 2 days left, the math changes:
- - Need: 350 kWh more
- - Cost: $40.25
- - Credit: $50.00
- - Net: $9.75 (barely worth it)
Our alert: "You probably won't hit your bill credit this month—and that's okay. Trying would cost you ~$40 to save ~$10. Skip it. We'll help you next month."
What Members Actually Say
"Got an alert that I was 47 kWh short of my bill credit with 2 days left. Ran the dishwasher and dryer back-to-back, hit the credit, saved $50. The portal paid for itself in one month—and it's free."
Marcus T.
Houston, TX
"My provider's app showed usage from 3 days ago. Compare Power shows me what I used THIS MORNING. That's the difference between reacting and controlling."
Jennifer S.
Dallas, TX
"The contract countdown saved me. I had no idea my rate was about to jump to 14c. Switched to a 9c plan with one click, 3 weeks before expiration. My provider was counting on me forgetting."
David L.
Austin, TX
"I was on a "Free Nights" plan thinking I was saving money. The plan score showed I was actually paying 15% MORE than a simple flat rate. Switched and now I actually save."
Amanda K.
San Antonio, TX
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Members Portal cost?
Nothing. Zero. Free forever. You get access automatically when you enroll through Compare Power. We make money from provider commissions when you sign up—we don't need to charge you monthly fees on top of that.
What if I already have a plan I didn't get through Compare Power?
You can still connect Live Link and get basic monitoring. But full portal access—including smart alerts and bill credit optimization—is available when you enroll or switch through us. It's our way of saying thanks for trusting us with your electricity.
How do the bill credit alerts know my plan?
When you enroll through us, we know exactly which plan you're on—including credit tiers, time-of-use windows, and penalty thresholds. We map your real-time usage against your specific plan structure. Generic "save energy" tips are useless. Plan-specific alerts actually save you money.
What's the "Plan Performance Score"?
We compare what you're actually paying to what you were predicted to pay based on your usage pattern. If you're on a tiered plan and consistently missing credits, your score drops. If you're on "Free Nights" but barely using electricity at night, your score drops. It tells you whether your plan is working FOR you or AGAINST you.
Can I turn off alerts I don't care about?
Yes. We're not here to spam you. Go to Alert Center, toggle off anything you don't want. Some people want every notification. Some just want contract expiration warnings. You control it.
Why doesn't my provider offer this?
Because they profit when you're confused and passive. Every time you miss a bill credit, they save $50. Every time you forget to shop at contract renewal, they lock you in at a higher rate. Helping you optimize? That's money out of their pocket. We're on your side. They're not.
Stop Flying Blind
Your provider wants you confused and passive. We want you informed and in control. Enroll through Compare Power and get instant access to your Members Portal. See your usage. Get smart alerts. Actually understand your electricity. Free forever.
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