The state’s PowerToChoose comparison site historically sorted plans by their advertised average price at 1,000 kWh. Retailers optimized for that one number: a credit that triggers near 1,000 kWh, a base charge that barely shows at 1,000 kWh, a free-nights profile averaged to look good at 1,000 kWh. The gimmicks in this guide exist because a single sort key rewarded them.
Real example. Gexa Eco Saver Advantage 12 advertises 13.6¢ at 2,000 kWh thanks to a $100.00 credit at 1,500 kWh — but at 500 kWh it’s 19.2¢. One sort point can’t rank a plan for a real household; a full year of your usage can.