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PROVIDER REVIEW
Payless Power Review 2026
Payless Power has served Texas electricity customers since 2005, when three brothers founded the Fort Worth-based company to specialize in prepaid electricity plans requiring no deposit or credit check. Customer sentiment is strong, with a 4.8-star rating and an NPS of 80, indicating high satisfaction among users. The company’s regulatory track record is also favorable, with just 36 PUC complaints over the past 12 months—well below the industry average of 120. However, their Billing Clarity Score of 66/100 suggests some customers find usage tracking less straightforward.
PAYLESS POWER
Complete Provider Analysis
Payless Power serves over 400 Texas communities with same-day connection options and daily balance notifications via text or email. Their Texas-based, bilingual customer service team earned a solid 79/100 Customer Service Score. The prepaid model offers flexibility for those with credit challenges, though customers should monitor their accounts closely given the moderate billing clarity ratings. CEO Brandon Young’s founding of the consumer advocacy group Texans for Fair Energy Billing reflects the company’s stated commitment to transparent energy practices.
2TIO NPS REVIEW
Customer Satisfaction Analysis
Our NPS (Net Promoter Score) methodology filters out incentivized reviews, bot-generated feedback, and competitor manipulation to give you an accurate picture of real customer satisfaction.
Score Breakdown
How We Calculate NPS Scores
Our proprietary algorithm analyzes thousands of customer reviews from multiple sources including Google, BBB, and the PUC. We filter out reviews that show signs of manipulation, including incentivized feedback, review bombing, and bot-generated content. The resulting score reflects genuine customer sentiment based on real experiences.
PUC COMPLAINT HISTORY
Public Utility Commission Data
The Texas Public Utility Commission tracks complaints filed against retail electricity providers. Below is Payless Power’s complaint history from the PUC database.
Total Complaints (12 mo)
36
Complaints per 10K Customers
0.50
Industry Average
1.20
Billing Complaints
17
Slamming/Cramming
2
Service Quality
0
Monthly Complaint Trends (Jan 2022 – Jan 2026)
Complaint Categories Explained
Issues related to incorrect charges, unexpected fees, meter reading disputes, and payment processing problems. This is the most common category of complaints across all providers.
Slamming: Switching a customer’s electricity provider without proper authorization or consent.
Cramming: Adding unauthorized charges or services to a customer’s electricity bill.
Issues with customer service responsiveness, account management, communication quality, and overall service experience.
Complaints about improper service disconnection, insufficient notice before disconnection, or issues with reconnection after payment.
VERIFIED CUSTOMER REVIEWS
What Customers Are Saying
Real reviews from verified Payless Power customers. We display a balanced selection of positive and critical feedback to give you the complete picture.
Positive Experiences
Verified
“I have been with Payless Power for about 3 years now and I can honestly say I will NEVER go to any other electricity provider. I love the fact that I am able to track my usage daily and the ability to pay online with literally a click of a button is so satisfying! They helped me while I was working from home and having continuous power outages with my previous provider. Payless Power came along and actually helped save me from losing my at-home job! I am forever grateful and would recommend them to anyone.”
Verified
“I have been SO HAPPY with this company! When I need to call customer service I am always treated like I’m the most important customer they have, such a welcome change from the usual. I really wish I had known about Payless sooner. I feel like their rates per kilowatt hour are very competitive and honestly, I wouldn’t mind if they were a little higher just to have the amazing customer support they provide!”
Verified
“Thank heavens for Payless! I ran through a rough patch and the big company I was with wasn’t working with me. But Payless WOULD! Easy sign-up, easy to keep my account current, and now that things are getting into order for me, I’m not going anywhere. Payless’ simple, to the point, no tricks approach has taught me conservation. As a result I’m only paying a fraction of what I was paying with the big company. Standard service, helpful professional customer service, low cost.”
Verified
“I love this company because I save more money with them than what I’d be paying others. I love the prepaid electric because I manage my own electric. It’s really cheap and I get daily notifications instead of waiting to get a paper bill to tell me I owe an outrageous amount. With Payless Power, I know the daily average of what I’m using and how much I’m spending. I love it!”
Verified
“Out of every company I’ve been with, this one is the only one who hasn’t had any hidden fees, charges, or increases without telling me. I pray they continue to do business the way they have been with me. I’ve been a customer for 3 years now.”
Critical Feedback
Verified
“Absolute worst service. These people raised up the electricity bill because of the winter storm. They’ll raise prices on you without your consent or approval. I spoke to the supervisor about the random increase in my bill and she told me ‘that’s the way it is’ and that I could leave and find another provider. Very disappointed with how they handled this situation.”
Verified
“Seems like you need to pay around $30 weekly, at least $120-$140 a month in a one bedroom with no lights running during peak hours of 7am-6pm. Would be better with a monthly plan at a different company. The costs add up quickly for prepaid.”
Verified
“The electricity is a bit expensive, but the service is fast and the website isn’t bad. It just seems to be updated two days late. I don’t quite understand it yet, but I think it’s more transparent compared to other companies.”
FINAL VERDICT
Our Recommendation
Payless Power: Recommended
Strong choice for flexible, no-credit-check electricity
Payless Power earns our recommendation as a standout option in the prepaid electricity market. With an impressive 4.8-star rating and a True NPS Score of 80, customer sentiment runs strongly positive—customers clearly appreciate the company’s no-deposit, no-credit-check model. The customer service score of 79/100 reflects responsive support, though the billing clarity score of 66/100 suggests some customers find the prepaid billing structure less transparent than traditional plans. On the regulatory front, Payless Power’s 36 PUC complaints over 12 months sits well below the industry average of 120, indicating solid operational practices. Since 2005, this Fort Worth-based provider has carved out a reliable niche serving customers who value payment flexibility over long-term contracts. Those comfortable with prepaid billing will find Payless Power a trustworthy choice.
Pros
- Exceptional 4.8/5.0 star rating indicates excellent overall performance
- Strong customer loyalty with NPS score of 80
- Customer service rated excellent at 79/100
- Only 36 complaints yearly, far below 120 industry average
- Zero service quality complaints in past 12 months
- Minimal slamming/cramming issues with just 2 complaints
- Prepaid model helps customers avoid surprise bills
Cons
- Billing transparency score of 66/100 leaves room for improvement
- 17 billing-related complaints suggest occasional statement confusion
- Credit explanations and notifications could be clearer
- Time-of-use pricing details may need better communication
- Prepaid format requires more active account monitoring
Best For
- Customers who cannot pass traditional credit checks
- Renters or newcomers to Texas without established credit history
- Those who prefer avoiding large upfront deposits
- Budget-conscious customers who want to pay-as-they-go
- Anyone seeking short-term or flexible electricity arrangements
PRICE COMPARISON
How Payless Power Compares
See how Payless Power’s electricity rates compare to other Texas providers. Prices shown are averages based on the selected monthly usage level.
Payless Power Avg Price
19.2¢/kWh
Market Rank
#17 of 17
vs Market Average
14.5% above
Market Average
16.8¢/kWh
All Texas Providers (1000 kWh/month)
| Rank | Provider | Avg ¢/kWh | Lowest | Highest | # Plans |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | APGE | 13.18¢ | 8.79¢ | 20.54¢ | 57 |
| #2 | 4Change Energy | 14.57¢ | 8.79¢ | 19.87¢ | 35 |
| #3 | Just Energy | 14.79¢ | 6.48¢ | 21.75¢ | 53 |
| #4 | Tara Energy | 15.09¢ | 13.29¢ | 18.43¢ | 14 |
| #5 | Energy Texas | 15.21¢ | 9.63¢ | 20.86¢ | 20 |
| #6 | Constellation | 15.92¢ | 14.52¢ | 17.32¢ | 5 |
| #7 | Rhythm Energy | 16.21¢ | 9.63¢ | 20.86¢ | 16 |
| #8 | Discount Power | 16.30¢ | 9.00¢ | 22.63¢ | 26 |
| #9 | Cirro Energy | 16.42¢ | 9.00¢ | 22.61¢ | 26 |
| #10 | Atlantex Power | 16.62¢ | 15.00¢ | 18.50¢ | 10 |
| #11 | Frontier Utilities | 17.57¢ | 8.95¢ | 22.42¢ | 30 |
| #12 | Gexa Energy | 17.62¢ | 8.95¢ | 22.42¢ | 30 |
| #13 | Amigo Energy | 17.94¢ | 16.43¢ | 19.80¢ | 24 |
| #14 | Reliant | 18.05¢ | 13.86¢ | 24.21¢ | 51 |
| #15 | Direct Energy | 18.47¢ | 15.46¢ | 23.58¢ | 20 |
| #16 | TXU Energy | 19.15¢ | 14.50¢ | 24.54¢ | 44 |
| #17 | Payless Power This Provider | 19.24¢ | 18.56¢ | 19.99¢ | 8 |
| #18 | Green Mountain | 20.12¢ | 17.49¢ | 25.23¢ | 24 |
No 100% Renewable Plans
Payless Power does not currently offer any 100% renewable energy plans. If green energy is a priority, consider providers like Green Mountain, Gexa Energy, or Rhythm Energy.
Our Methodology
How We Calculate NPS Scores
Our proprietary scoring system analyzes thousands of customer reviews to provide an unbiased assessment of each electricity provider.
- Data Source: Online Reviews from verified customers
- AI Analysis: We analyze each review to distill sentiment and filter out incentivized reviews, bot-generated content, and review bombing attempts
- True NPS Calculation: We calculate Net Promoter Score as (% Promoters) – (% Detractors), where Promoters rate 9-10 and Detractors rate 1-6
- Star Rating: NPS scores are mapped to a 3.0-5.0 star scale for intuitive comparison
About “Billing Clarity” Scores
This score measures how clearly a provider communicates billing to customers—not billing accuracy. Texas electricity providers have robust, audited billing systems that are highly accurate.
- What we measure: Clarity of bill statements, proactive notifications, explanation of credits and charges, time-of-use rate communication
- Why it matters: Customers often report confusion about bills even when charges are correct—this score reflects how well providers help customers understand their bills
- PUC “billing complaints”: Most are about confusing statements or unexpected (but legitimate) charges, not actual billing errors
Pricing Data Collection
We collect electricity plan pricing directly from official sources to ensure accuracy.
- Data Source: ComparePower, the original Texas electricity consumer advocate
- Update Frequency: Prices are synced daily from all 5 TDSP territories
- Usage Levels: We display pricing at 500, 1000, and 2000 kWh/month to show how rates vary by consumption
- Coverage: All 17 retail electricity providers in the Texas deregulated market
PUC Complaint Data
Complaint data provides insight into provider accountability and customer issues.
- Data Source: Texas Public Utility Commission (PUC) official complaint records
- History: 46+ months of historical complaint data (January 2022 – Present)
- Categories: Billing, Slamming/Cramming, Quality of Service, Disconnection, and Other
- Update Frequency: Monthly updates as new PUC data becomes available
Questions about our methodology? Contact our team.
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