Rhythm Energy
Rhythm Max Saver 12
Rate
7.40¢
Term
12 Months
$1000 kWh
$74
Rates as of June 2026 · verify on the EFL
- ✓ 100% green energy
Best for Green Energy Rhythm Energy Review
Goldman Sachs-backed, 100% renewable on every plan. EV time-of-use and solar-buyback plans, plus a 30-day test drive.
★ 4.3 · 305 reviews · HQ: Houston, TX · Est. 2020 · 6 plans
Our verdict
4.0/5
Rhythm is the rare Texas provider whose green pitch holds up. Every plan is 100% renewable, the entry rates stay close to non-green competitors, and the EV and solar plans are the most developed in the state. The catch is in the fine print: a below-average PUCT complaint score, usage-tiered rates that don't always match the headline number, and a $9.95 base fee on the time-of-use plans. Read the EFL for your usage band — and if you want clean power without paying a premium, Rhythm earns a spot on the shortlist.
How we evaluated
We read Rhythm's current plan documents and EFLs, checked its PUCT complaint record, BBB file, and Trustpilot rating (4.3 across ~305 reviews, observed May 2026), then cross-checked rate claims against live market pricing. We don't take payment for placement — checkout passes through at the same rate you'd get going direct.
By the numbers
Rhythm Energy at a glance.
Lowest rate
7.40¢
Average rate
12.35¢
Plans
6
Rating
★ 4.3
What stands out
Rhythm Energy highlights.
Long-term price lock
Lock in your rate for 24+ months. Insulated from market spikes.
100% renewable plans
Texas-sourced wind and solar. Verified renewable energy certificates.
What's in the box
Included vs. add-ons.
Included with all plans
- ✓ TDU delivery charges built into the rate
- ✓ Online account portal & mobile app
- ✓ 24/7 customer support
- ✓ Rate lock guarantee on fixed-term plans
- ✓ No surprise fees outside of the EFL
- ✓ Free monthly usage alerts
Available add-ons
- ★ Smart thermostat enrollment program
- ★ 100% renewable energy upgrade
- ★ Budget billing (level monthly payments)
- ★ Auto-pay & paperless billing discount
- ★ Referral rewards program
- ★ Appliance & wiring protection plan
Specific inclusions vary by plan. Always confirm against the EFL (Electricity Facts Label) for the plan you're considering.
Side by side
Rhythm Energy vs. top providers.
Rhythm Energy Viewing now - Rating
- ★ 4.3
- Lowest
- 7.40¢
- Average
- 12.35¢
- Plans
- 6
Best for Green Energy
Every plan, ranked honestly
Rhythm Energy plans.
Rhythm Energy
Rhythm Max Saver 24
Rate
7.90¢
Term
24 Months
$1000 kWh
$79
Rates as of June 2026 · verify on the EFL
- ✓ 100% green energy
Rhythm Energy
Rhythm Saver 12
Rate
8.50¢
Term
12 Months
$1000 kWh
$85
Rates as of June 2026 · verify on the EFL
- ✓ 100% green energy
Rhythm Energy
Simply Green 13
Rate
15.50¢
Term
13 Months
$1000 kWh
$155
Rates as of June 2026 · verify on the EFL
- ✓ 100% green energy
- ✓ 13 month
- ✓ Up to $150 reimbursement for early termination fees from your previous supplier
Rhythm Energy
Simply Green 23
Rate
16.00¢
Term
23 Months
$1000 kWh
$160
Rates as of June 2026 · verify on the EFL
- ✓ 100% green energy
- ✓ 23 month
- ✓ Up to $150 reimbursement for early termination fees from your previous supplier
Rhythm Energy
Watt a Deal 12
Rate
18.80¢
Term
12 Months
$1000 kWh
$188
Rates as of June 2026 · verify on the EFL
- ✓ 100% green energy
Public review aggregate
Rhythm Energy overall rating.
4.3
305 public reviews
Weighted aggregate from BBB, PUCT, and Trustpilot. Individual
reviews from our own customers are coming soon.
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How to switch to Rhythm Energy.
- 1
Pick a plan
Compare the 6 Rhythm Energy plans by rate, term length, and renewable %. Confirm the EFL matches what you saw.
- 2
Enroll online
Sign up in under 5 minutes — no paperwork, no phone tree. Bring your ZIP, address, and a recent bill if you have one.
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Switch is automatic
Rhythm Energy files the switch with your TDU. No service interruption, no new equipment, no truck roll. Your meter and wires stay the same.
Provider profile
InsideRhythm Energy.
Rhythm launched in 2020 out of Houston, founded by P.J. Popovic, who ran U.S. retail for Direct Energy before going independent. Goldman Sachs' West Street Capital holds an indirect stake, but the company operates on its own and sells only 100% renewable plans. Rhythm got its first large customer base in 2021, absorbing roughly 50,000 households from the collapsed Entrust Energy after Winter Storm Uri. In June 2025 it acquired Inspire Clean Energy and expanded into nine more states — now one of the largest independent green retailers in the country.
Every Rhythm plan is 100% renewable; there's no cheaper 'brown' tier to fall back on. They price green aggressively at the entry tier but land mid-pack once you account for usage-tiered rates and the $9.95 monthly base on their time-of-use products. The lineup splits into simple fixed plans (Clear Choice, 12/24/36 months), bill-credit plans (Digital Discount), and device-tied time-of-use plans for EVs and rooftop solar.
Best fit if you...
- ✓Renewable buyers who don't want to pay a green premium — Rhythm's entry-tier 100% renewable rates run close to non-green plans.
- ✓EV owners — the PowerShift EV plan drops the overnight rate for charging (carries a $9.95 monthly base).
- ✓Rooftop-solar homes — Solar Surplus credits exported power at the energy rate plus delivery charges, rolls credits month to month, capped at $1,000 at contract end.
- ✓Shoppers who value the 30-day cancellation window and up to $150 toward a prior provider's early-termination fee.
Watch out for
- !PUCT complaint score is 2 out of 5 — below the Texas-REP average. Billing disputes and renewal-pricing surprises are the recurring themes.
- !Not BBB-accredited and currently unrated by the BBB (32 complaints filed over three years).
- !Headline rates are usage-tiered — the advertised number usually assumes 1,000–2,000 kWh. Check your own usage band on the EFL before signing.
- !'100% renewable' is met with renewable energy certificates, not on-site generation — standard for Texas, but not the same as direct clean power.
What makes Rhythm Energy different
One of the few Texas REPs that's 100% renewable on every plan and still price-competitive — and the only one pairing that with a full device-tied lineup: EV time-of-use, solar buyback, and smart-thermostat bill credits.
Company background
About Rhythm Energy.
Goldman Sachs-backed, 100% renewable on every plan. EV time-of-use and solar-buyback plans, plus a 30-day test drive.
Established
2020
6 years in Texas
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Active plans
6
Avg rate
12.35¢
at 1,000 kWh
Rhythm Energy FAQ
Common questions about Rhythm Energy.
What does Rhythm Energy charge per kWh?
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Rhythm Energy plans range from 7.40¢/kWh on the cheapest fixed plan to roughly 18.80¢/kWh on its premium products. The average across all 6 plans is 12.35¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh of monthly usage. Always check the EFL — advertised rates can differ at 500 or 2,000 kWh.
Is Rhythm Energy a legitimate Texas REP?
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Yes. Rhythm Energy is a licensed Retail Electric Provider in Texas, founded in 2020 and headquartered in Houston, TX. It's regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and serves customers across the deregulated Texas market.
How long does it take to switch to Rhythm Energy?
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Most enrollments process in 1–3 business days. Rhythm Energy files the switch with your local TDU (Oncor, CenterPoint, AEP, or TNMP) — there's no service interruption, and your meter and wires don't change. Same-day or next-day moves are available for new addresses with priority enrollment.
Does Rhythm Energy require a deposit?
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Rhythm Energy typically runs a soft credit check at enrollment. Customers with strong credit usually pay no deposit. If a deposit is required, it's typically refunded after 12 months of on-time payments. To skip the deposit entirely, look at prepaid options or a co-signer.
What's the early termination fee with Rhythm Energy?
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On fixed-rate plans, ETFs typically run $150 (under 12 months), $250 (12-month plans), or $295 (24+ month plans). Month-to-month variable plans have no ETF. The exact fee is listed in the EFL for each plan — always verify before signing.
Can I keep Rhythm Energy if I move within Texas?
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Yes, as long as you're moving to another deregulated area on a TDU Rhythm Energy serves. You'll typically transfer your plan to the new address without paying an ETF. If you move to a regulated market or municipal utility area (like Austin Energy or CPS), you'll need to cancel — most providers waive the ETF in that case with proof of address.
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