How Prepaid Metering Helps You Take Control of Your Monthly Utility Spend
Surprise utility bills can make monthly budgeting difficult. With prepaid metering, you can see what you are using, decide when to top up, and stay in control of your electricity, water or gas spend throughout the month,
Take Control of Your Utility Spend
Always Know Your Balance
Check your remaining credit whenever you need to and know exactly where you stand.
Choose When to Top Up
Decide how much credit to purchase and when, giving you greater flexibility over your monthly budget.
Track Your Consumption
See how quickly your credit is being used and identify changes in your everyday consumption habits.
Understand Where Your Credit Goes
Watching your prepaid balance gives you immediate feedback on how much electricity, water, or gas you are using.
If your credit starts running out faster than normal, you can investigate what has changed.
A heater running for longer, an inefficient geyser, or a new appliance could all increase consumption. Prepaid metering makes these changes easier to notice before they become an expensive surprise.
You Decide How Much to Spend and When
Whether you prefer smaller, regular top-ups or purchasing more credit at the beginning of the month, prepaid metering puts the decision in your hands. This flexibility makes it easier to manage utility costs around your own budget and income cycle.
Step 01
R50 Top-Up
Step 02
Monitor Usage
Step 03
Top Up When Needed
Step 04
Stay in Control
Simple Ways to Save Electricity
Switch Off
Turn appliances off at the wall when they are not being used.
Use LED Lighting
Energy-efficient lighting can help reduce everyday electricity consumption.
Use Off-Peak Hours
If you are on a TOU tariff, run heavy appliances during lower-cost periods.
Check Your Geyser
Review your geyser settings, as water heating can be a major electricity expense.
Top Up Regularly
Smaller, regular top-ups can help you monitor consumption and avoid running out unexpectedly.
More Visibility. More Control. Fewer Surprises.
Prepaid metering gives you greater awareness of your utility consumption because you can see your balance and spending as it happens.
Instead of waiting for a month-end bill, you can make informed decisions throughout the month and adjust your usage when necessary.
