How to use cheap Octopus Agile slots
Practical ways to shift dishwasher, laundry, immersion, and EV charging into the cheapest Octopus Agile half-hourly windows.
After ~4pm, check tomorrow's Agile curve for your postcode. Pick the longest low-price window that fits your appliance cycle — often overnight.
- Delay dishwashers and washers with a timer or delay-start.
- Prefer overnight EV charging when the board shows a long cheap run.
- Avoid stacking high loads into the 4–7pm peak when rates spike.
- Use optional £1.99/mo alerts if you only want a nudge on very cheap or negative slots.
Also read negative Agile prices and typical cheap times.
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