Best Texas plans · No deposit
Best plans for no deposit in Texas.
Plans that skip the credit-based deposit. Some are prepaid; others use alternative qualifiers (recent payment history, employment). All let you start service without tying up $100-$400 for 12 months.
Top 10 ranked
The 10 best plans for no deposit.
| # | Provider & plan | Rate | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Smart Choice - 12 Just Energy · 3.6/5 | 6.9¢ / kWh | #1 | View deal |
| 2 |  SimpleSaver 13 APGE · 4.4/5 | 7.0¢ / kWh | #2 | View deal |
| 3 | SimpleSaver 14 APGE · 4.4/5 | 7.2¢ / kWh | #3 | View deal |
| 4 | SimpleSaver 8 APGE · 4.4/5 | 7.2¢ / kWh | #4 | View deal |
| 5 | SimpleSaver 12 APGE · 4.4/5 | 7.2¢ / kWh | #5 | View deal |
| 6 |  Maxx Saver Value 8 4Change Energy · 4.2/5 | 7.3¢ / kWh | #6 | View deal |
| 7 | Maxx Saver Value 12 4Change Energy · 4.2/5 | 7.3¢ / kWh | #7 | View deal |
| 8 |  Rhythm Max Saver 12 Rhythm Energy · 4.3/5 | 7.4¢ / kWh | #8 | View deal |
| 9 |  The Lone Saver Plus 12 Energy Texas · 4.7/5 | 7.4¢ / kWh | #9 | View deal |
| 10 |  Eco Saver Plus 12 Gexa Energy · 4.1/5 | 7.5¢ / kWh | #10 | View deal |
How we rank these
The Rank is each plan's position within this list — we rank these 10 plans by no deposit, best first. It's not an absolute grade against the whole Texas market. The real rate, term, and provider rating are shown in each row so you can judge for yourself.
Decision frame
Right plan for no deposit.
Best for
- Thin or low credit
- Avoiding $100-$400 deposits
- Quick startup
Watch out for
- Per-kWh rates 0.5-2¢ higher than deposit-required
- Some require autopay
- Prepaid disconnect risk if balance hits zero
Other lists
More "best plans" rankings.
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