Updated: June 2026
The best review categories for Direct Energy are the order experience, with an average of 3.0 stars, and their plans and pricing, with an average of 1.7 stars.
Most Recent 2 Star Reviews
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Office Manager
| We were with direct energy for 1 year and really had no problems, we cancelled after a year just because we prefer to deal with Ameren. The sales reps they sent to our place of business would not take no for an answer, would not leave after we told them we were not interested, and insinuated we had to choose a supplier other than just Ameren. Was uncomfortable, rude and a bit disrespectful. Just an FYI for future customers. | |||
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SS Signs
from
East Peoria, IL
on
September 19th, 2025
Most Recent 1 Star Reviews
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Disappointed
| Never in the summer months is electric ever over $45.00.My bill has gone up since I signed with you guys, but don't fret, I'm going to get rid of you, | |||
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Yvonne
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Chicago, IL
on
July 7th, 2023
Good afternoon, Yvonne. We totally understand your concern regarding the high bill on your account and we would like to take a closer look and help you solve this situation. Please feel free to get in contact with us by phone toll-free at 1-888-305-3828, or you can also chat with us at http://ms.spr.ly/DESocial1, for your convenience, we are available Monday-Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. all times are central, we will work diligently to find the best solution to your case. We'll be waiting for you. Have a great weekend! - Marta / Digital Care
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Will Not Use
| I went thru a ton of questions just to be told I can't the provider I chose because I used LiHeap the previous year. | |||
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Brittany W
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Waukegan, IL
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June 15th, 2023
Hello Brittany. We are terribly sorry for the inconvenience you experienced. We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you as you deserve. Please, if there is anything we can do for you, do not hesitate to contact us by phone toll-free at 1-888-305-3828, or you can also chat with us at http://ms.spr.ly/DESocial1, for your convenience, we are available Monday-Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. all times are central, it will be our great pleasure to serve you. We always wish you the best! - Marta / Digital Care
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