How Octopus Agile Outgoing pricing works
Octopus Agile Outgoing is a smart export tariff where the price you are paid for exported electricity changes every 30 minutes. Instead of receiving one flat export rate all day, your export value follows day-ahead wholesale electricity prices more closely.
This means the amount you earn from exporting solar or battery-stored electricity can change throughout the day. Some half-hour periods may pay much more than others, while other periods may be low enough that a fixed export tariff would have paid more.
Agile Outgoing is different from a standard fixed export tariff because timing matters. If you can choose when to export, the goal is to send electricity back to the grid when export prices are highest, rather than exporting automatically whenever your solar panels generate more than your home is using.
For a full explanation of eligibility, export setup and who it suits, read our Octopus Agile Outgoing tariff guide.
Today’s Octopus Agile Outgoing rates
The table above shows today’s Octopus Agile Outgoing export prices in half-hourly slots. Each price is the unit rate Octopus pays for every kWh of electricity you export during that 30-minute period.
For solar-only households, this helps you see what your exported electricity is worth throughout the day. For homes with a battery, it is even more useful because you may be able to store electricity when export prices are low and export later when prices are higher.
The most important thing to check is not just the daily average, but the highest and lowest export periods. Agile Outgoing can be more valuable when there are strong price peaks, especially if your system gives you some control over when electricity is exported.
Tomorrow’s Octopus Agile Outgoing rates
Octopus Agile Outgoing prices are based on day-ahead wholesale rates, so tomorrow’s export prices are usually available before they apply. Once tomorrow’s prices are published, the dashboard above will show them alongside today’s data.
This is useful if you have solar panels and a home battery because you can plan whether to export, store or hold energy for later. If tomorrow has a strong export peak, it may be worth saving battery energy so you can export during that period.
If tomorrow’s export prices look low across most of the day, a household with a battery may prefer to use more stored energy at home instead of sending it to the grid. The best decision depends on your import tariff, export tariff, battery size and normal household usage.
Best times to export on Agile Outgoing
The best times to export are usually the half-hour slots with the highest export prices. These often occur when demand on the grid is higher, although the exact pattern changes from day to day.
For many households, the challenge is that solar generation is strongest during the middle of the day, while export prices may be higher later on. This is why Agile Outgoing is usually more useful for homes with a battery than for solar-only homes.
If you can store solar energy and export it later, you have more control over when you sell electricity back to the grid. Without a battery, you may still benefit from Agile Outgoing, but your export timing depends more on when your panels generate surplus electricity.
Lowest export periods on Agile Outgoing
Agile Outgoing can also have low export periods. These are times when the grid does not need as much electricity, or when wholesale prices are lower.
Low export prices are not necessarily a problem if you are using most of your solar generation at home. But if you regularly export large amounts during low-price periods, a flat export tariff may be worth comparing.
This is why the dashboard is useful. It lets you see whether Agile Outgoing is currently offering meaningful export peaks, or whether the day’s prices are mostly below what you could get from a fixed export rate.
Octopus Agile Outgoing price history
The price history chart helps show how Agile Outgoing has performed over time. A single day of high export prices can look attractive, but the longer-term trend gives a better idea of whether the tariff is working well for your setup.
Agile Outgoing prices can move around because they are linked to wholesale electricity values. Some days may have strong export peaks, while other days may be relatively flat.
Price history is especially useful before choosing between Agile Outgoing and a fixed export tariff. If Agile Outgoing has regularly offered export prices above the fixed rate at times when you can actually export, it may be worth considering. If the higher prices rarely match your export pattern, a simpler fixed export tariff may be better.
Agile Outgoing vs Outgoing Fixed
Agile Outgoing pays a dynamic half-hourly export rate. Outgoing Fixed pays a flat export rate for each kWh exported (12p as of June 2026), regardless of when you export.
Agile Outgoing may be better if you have a home battery, can control when you export, and are willing to pay attention to price changes. It gives you the chance to earn more during high-value export periods.
Outgoing Fixed may be better if you want predictable export payments, do not have a battery, or mostly export automatically during the day. A flat export rate can be easier to understand and may work better if your export happens when Agile Outgoing prices are often low.
The best option depends on your actual export pattern. The dashboard above can help you compare whether Agile Outgoing prices are high at the times you are likely to export.
Agile Outgoing for solar panels
If you have solar panels, Agile Outgoing can pay you for the electricity you export back to the grid. The key question is whether your export happens during valuable half-hour periods.
Solar-only homes often export most during the middle of the day, when generation is strongest and household demand may be lower. If Agile Outgoing export rates are low during those periods, a fixed export tariff could be more suitable.
However, Agile Outgoing may still work well during periods where solar generation lines up with higher export prices. This is why it is worth checking today’s prices, tomorrow’s prices and the historical pattern before deciding.
Agile Outgoing with a home battery
Agile Outgoing is usually most interesting for households with a home battery. A battery gives you more control over when electricity is exported.
Instead of exporting surplus solar immediately, you may be able to store it and export later when Agile Outgoing prices are higher. Some households may also use their battery to avoid importing during expensive periods, depending on their import tariff and battery settings.
The important thing is to compare the export price with the value of using that electricity yourself. Exporting at a high rate can be worthwhile, but using stored energy to avoid expensive import rates may sometimes be better.
Why do Agile Outgoing prices vary by region?
Agile Outgoing prices can vary by region because electricity network costs differ across the UK. The country is split into different distribution regions, and those regional costs can affect the final export price.
This means two households on Agile Outgoing may see slightly different export rates on the same day. The wholesale market is a major part of the price, but local network factors can still make a difference.
When using the dashboard above, choose the region that matches your electricity supply area. This gives you the most accurate Agile Outgoing export prices for your home.
Is Agile Outgoing worth it?
Agile Outgoing can be worth it if you can export electricity when prices are high. It is usually most attractive for homes with solar panels and battery storage, because the battery gives you more control over export timing.
It may be less suitable if you want predictable export payments, do not want to check prices, or mostly export solar automatically during lower-value periods.
Before choosing Agile Outgoing, compare the price history with your real export pattern. A tariff can look good on paper, but the important question is whether the high export prices line up with the times your home can actually export.
Should you choose Agile Outgoing?
Agile Outgoing may be a good option if you are comfortable with dynamic export prices and want the chance to earn more from exporting at valuable times.
It is most likely to suit households with solar panels, battery storage, smart controls, or a willingness to manage export timing. It is less likely to suit households that simply want a predictable export payment for every kWh sent to the grid.
If you want simplicity, compare Agile Outgoing with Outgoing Fixed. If you want more control and are happy to use the price data above, Agile Outgoing may be worth exploring further.
Octopus Agile Outgoing prices FAQs
What is Octopus Agile Outgoing?
Octopus Agile Outgoing is a smart export tariff where the price you are paid for exported electricity changes every 30 minutes. It is designed for households that export electricity to the grid, usually from solar panels or battery storage.
How often do Agile Outgoing prices change?
Agile Outgoing prices change every 30 minutes. Each day is split into half-hourly export periods, with a different price for each slot.
When are tomorrow’s Agile Outgoing prices published?
Tomorrow’s Agile Outgoing prices are usually available the day before they apply. Once they are published, the dashboard above will show the next day’s half-hourly export prices.
Are Agile Outgoing prices the same everywhere?
No. Agile Outgoing prices can vary by region because electricity network costs differ across the UK. Use the region selector above to find the most accurate export prices for your area.
What are the best times to export on Agile Outgoing?
The best times to export are the half-hour periods with the highest export prices. These change daily, so use the dashboard above to check today’s and tomorrow’s best export slots.
Is Agile Outgoing better than Outgoing Fixed?
It depends on when you export. Agile Outgoing may be better if you can export during high-price periods, especially with a battery. Outgoing Fixed may be better if you want predictable payments or usually export when Agile Outgoing rates are low.
Do I need solar panels for Agile Outgoing?
You need an eligible export setup, usually solar panels or another renewable generation system. Many households use Agile Outgoing with solar panels, and it can be especially useful when paired with a home battery.
Do I need a battery for Agile Outgoing?
A battery is not always required, but it can make Agile Outgoing more useful. Without a battery, you have less control over when you export. With a battery, you may be able to store electricity and export it during higher-price periods.
Can Agile Outgoing prices go negative?
Agile Outgoing follows wholesale export values, so prices can be low and may vary significantly. If export prices are very low, it may be better to use your electricity at home or store it if you have a battery.
Can I use Agile Outgoing with Octopus Agile import?
Some Octopus import and export tariff combinations are restricted, so you should check Octopus’s current compatibility rules before switching. The best pairing depends on your import tariff, export tariff, solar setup and battery usage.
Where can I learn more about the Agile Outgoing tariff?
This page focuses on live Agile Outgoing prices, tomorrow’s export rates and price history. For a broader explanation of eligibility, smart meter requirements, export setup and who it suits, read our full Octopus Agile Outgoing tariff guide.