Sainsbury's Energy Reviews 

3,121
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Review summary

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Evaluating 90 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for being knowledgeable, helpful, and polite, often resolving queries quickly and efficiently. Many highlight the excellent customer service and prompt responses, especially through WhatsApp, appreciating the professional and friendly approach that ensures requests are handled without delay. However, some customers noted issues with billing and tariffs, including unexpected plan changes or incorrect estimated readings. A few also felt customer service was occasionally ineffective, citing unreceived callbacks or inflexible advisors. Additionally, some reviewers experienced difficulties related to integrated systems or partner companies, particularly concerning Nectar points or issues attributed to their energy provider.

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Staff

Clients share positive opinions on staff, frequently highlighting their helpfulness, efficiency, and... See more

Customer service

Reviewers mention positive feedback about customer service, highlighting quick response times and helpful,... See more

Service

Users describe ambiguous interactions with service, with some customers reporting excellent, friendly, and... See more

Response time

Customers had positive experiences with response times, frequently praising the quick and efficient replies... See more

Price

Consumers find price to be ambiguous, with some reviewers suggesting that switching could lead to a decent... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I've always had good service from Sainsburys Energy. Yesterday I needed to speak with a real person about renewing my contract, as I had a couple of queries. It was painless, I got through quickly and... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I used the WhatsApp chat to deal with a problem regarding switching and tariff information. I was in contact with Shane who worked quickly and efficiently. He ‘listened’ to what I had to say and cle... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Contacted SE via Whatsapp seeking a reduction in my monthly direct debit amount since I have recently switched from gas/electric with SE to gas only. It did take a while to persuade them that the DD a... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been communicating over WhatsApp with the team. This is really helpful. Much better than email or phone, especially if you are dealing with more than one query Staff are knowledgeable and he... See more


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About Sainsbury's Energy

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For a more rewarding home energy experience, collect up to triple Nectar points when you join us. You’re assured of 100% renewable electricity when you fix your tariff, and the help of a dedicated customer service team in case you need any assistance. Get a quote

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Smart Meter In House Display failure

Smart Meter In House Display failure was resolved quickly and professionally by agents I spoke with. The matter had to be referred to their Smart Team and I was kept fully advised of progress throughout the enquiry. Very satisfied with the service given to me.

November 9, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New tariff selected and actioned. Simples...

Called this morning to chose my next fixed tariff. The request was effectively managed, details confirmed and the selection put in place. A most efficient transaction and my thanks for a pleasant and simple interaction.

November 8, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Asha understood my problem and dealt…

Asha understood my problem and dealt with it effectively and politely. Was a very nice change from experiences with other organisations.

November 6, 2024
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Reply from Sainsbury's Energy

Thank you so much for your feedback. We appreciate this and hope to carry on providing excellent customer service and carry on improving.

Why don't you pop over to the community? A friendly space for our customers to get to know each other and share positives and negatives. You’ll find lots of helpful tips and answers to some tricky questions! https://community.eonnext.com/forum.php

Kind regards,
Abubakar
Energy Specialist
E ON Next

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful….thank you!

Very helpful in ensuring that I changed from my variable rates to their 18month fix v2. Thank you because online I’d been unable to get the system to acknowledge my request!

November 4, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Dreadful

Dreadful. They tried to change my DD from £150 to £586 a month when I was in credit! They try and take more and more every month even if you are in credit. Completely incompetent. Do. Not. Use.

November 1, 2023
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Reply from Sainsbury's Energy

Hello,

I have picked up the recent Trust Pilot review, thank you. We appreciate all feedback as this helps us grow as a business and improve our customer journey and service.

I am sorry that your recent journey with us has not been to the level that we aim to deliver.

We can surely look into your query and see what has caused this dissatisfaction?

I will be getting in touch to discuss this with you privately to help navigate through the issues regarding your query and hopefully find a resolution you are happy with?

Kind regards,
Ariba

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

They are ok with their prices (although there are cheaper alternatives)and…

They are ok with their prices and customer services reps but they are UNABLE TO SORT THEIR NECTAR PROMISES! This is my 3rd year with them (hoping that they sort this out) but unfortunately it takes me lot of time and efforts to get in touch, explain over and over again that they are not fulfilling their promises and yet again, after extending my contract with them, no rewards received. I have the feeling that the Nectar reward renewal is an empty promise and they benefit from people not really bothering to follow it up and hold them accountable for their promises!

October 18, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had to call up about a final bill and…

Had to call up about a final bill and refund and Asha was very helpful.
It's a shame Sainsbury's couldn't meet my needs on costs as I would've stayed with them. Customer Service has always been excellent in my experience!

October 21, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exemplary response from Sainsbury’s Energy

I contacted Sainsbury’s Energy as my final bill didn’t include gas usage, so a refund couldn’t be given. Rebecca replied to my email and sorted out the whole issue in a very prompt and efficient manner. A refund will be heading my way. Excellent service.

October 18, 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Missing Nectar Points

I had missing nectar points for a sign up bonus. They should have been credited long ago. I called Sainsburys Energy who put in a query form for me. Within less than 2 weeks, the issue was resolved and the points credited. Very good and helpful service and a quick turnaround.

October 18, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

One happy customer

Great service. Got through on phone very quickly. Helpful knowledgeable on the other end. Listened carefully to probkem. Checked understanding. Was very reassuring and helpful and is checking my accounted make sure all is well. Very pleased with while thing

October 17, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Switch to new provider

Had need to discuss account following transfer to new supplier, readings needed updating on account (as had input as normal but the gas failed to be included on final bill). Asha was really helpful and ‘tidied up’ the account so that final bills would be actioned and refund to follow. Very helpful. Would also return to Sainsbury’s Energy - would have stayed if they had provided comparable deal!

October 10, 2024
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