Comparison
Zonneplan vs Vattenfall
Short answer
At 4,000 kWh per year, Zonneplan is estimated to leave you with the most (€490 net, indicative). But there is more to it than the amount: also weigh payout cadence, contract and terms below.
We put Zonneplan and Vattenfall side by side on pricing model, estimated net earnings, payout and terms, independent and sourced.
Side by side
| Zonneplan | Vattenfall | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | 20% | 25% Extra costs at Vattenfall, besides 25%: + costsThese costs are not in the headline rate.
|
| Net/year at 4,000 kWh | €440 - €540 | €410 - €510 |
| Payout | Yearly or quarterly | Annual |
| When | Credited on your energy bill, first around Sept 2026. The ERE terms say once a year. | Annually, in Q2 of the following year and by 30 June at the latest; first offset against open Vattenfall invoices. |
| Contract | Unknown | 12 months |
| Audience | Private | Private, Business |
| Condition | Requires Zonneplan Energie; Zonneplan Charge 1 and 2 are not eligible. | Requires an Autel MaxiCharger (MID), a Vattenfall charging subscription, a Vattenfall electricity contract and sign-up in the Vattenfall Energie app. |
| Trust score | 9.0/10 · Strong | 7.5/10 · Good |
| Hidden fees | NoNo costs beyond the headline price | YesExtra costs found only in the terms |
| NEa list | No | Yes |
Net amounts are indicative, based on 4,000 kWh per year and the current ERE market price. An NEa listing is not an approval. Always check the current terms with the provider.
Zonneplan strengths
- 80% of ERE proceeds paid to you
- Automatically credited on your energy bill
- Authorisation does not renew tacitly
Watch-outs
- Requires a Zonneplan energy contract
- Paid as a bill credit, not to your bank account
- Terms say yearly payout; the site also offers quarterly
Vattenfall strengths
- Guaranteed minimum €0.05/kWh for 2026
- Part of energy company Vattenfall
Watch-outs
- Required charging subscription (€6.95/month) and power contract
- Cancel or move mid-year: that year’s cashback lapses
- Only with an Autel MaxiCharger
See the full comparison
Put every ERE provider side by side on earnings and terms.