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The TUR (Tarifa de Último Recurso) is Spain's regulated natural-gas price, updated quarterly by MITECO and published in the BOE. It's offered only through 8 designated Comercializadoras de Último Recurso, applies to RL.1/RL.2 domestic consumers, and cannot bundle maintenance services. For most users <15,000 kWh/year it's the cheapest and most transparent option.
En 30 segundos
- ✓Locate the 'Datos del contrato' section in your PDF bill.
- ✓Search for the specific term 'TUR' or 'Tarifa de Último Recurso'.
- ✓Identify your access toll: RL.1 (low use) or RL.2 (heating).
Stop Guessing, Start Auditing
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- Free and no signup
- AI trained on the Spanish market (~30s)
- Privacy-first: ephemeral processing (we don't store your bills)
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Autoría
Equipo ahorr.ai
Auditoría energética (España)
Actualizado: 21 de abril de 2026
Metodología orientada a decisión: separar coste fijo/variable, detectar extras y comparar opciones con números claros.
Metodología
- →Separamos coste fijo (potencia/término fijo), energía y cargos/impuestos.
- →Buscamos sobrecostes típicos: potencia sobredimensionada, servicios extra, lecturas estimadas.
- →Damos pasos accionables (qué tocar primero) con ejemplos orientativos, no promesas.
- →Enlazamos fuentes oficiales y marcamos lo que puede variar por comercializadora.
Información orientativa (España). Comprueba condiciones con tu comercializadora: precios, peajes, cargos e impuestos pueden variar.
What is the TUR Gas Tariff (Without the Jargon)
The TUR is the safety net of the Spanish gas market. It is a price set by the Ministry of Energy to ensure consumers aren't overcharged by private volatility.
The definition in one sentence
The TUR is the regulated gas tariff in Spain, updated every three months, which offers a transparent price for domestic consumers.
Where it appears on the bill
It is usually found in the 'Datos del Contrato' (Contract Data) section. If you don't see the acronym TUR, you are likely in the free market.
Why it Matters: Money, Decisions, and Typical Traps
Being on the wrong tariff is like having a leak in your bank account. Understanding qué es la TUR de gas is the first step to plugging it.
The error most consumers make
Many people believe that 'Big Energy' companies automatically give them the best price. In reality, they often move you to market plans with higher margins.
The clue almost no one looks at
Check your 'Peaje de acceso'. If you have gas heating but are listed as RL.1, you might be paying a higher variable rate than necessary.
How to Check it in 60 Seconds: Auditor's Method
You don't need to be an expert to find the truth. Follow these steps to audit your own PDF.
What to search for in the PDF
Open your bill and use 'Ctrl+F' to search for 'Último Recurso'. If no results appear, you are paying market prices.
What to note for comparison
Focus on the 'Término variable' (price per kWh). This is where the biggest difference between the TUR and market rates usually lies.
If You Want Certainty: Autopsy Your Bill and Decide with Numbers
Manual checks are good, but a forensic AI audit is definitive.
What ahorr.ai detects
Our system identifies if your access toll (RL.1/RL.2) matches your consumption and flags any hidden maintenance fees.
What to do with the result
Once you have the report, you can switch to the TUR in minutes or demand your current provider match the regulated price.
Forensic Checklist: Is Your Gas Bill Under Control?
- ✓Locate the 'Datos del contrato' section in your PDF bill.
- ✓Search for the specific term 'TUR' or 'Tarifa de Último Recurso'.
- ✓Identify your access toll: RL.1 (low use) or RL.2 (heating).
- ✓Check the 'Comercializadora' name against the official list of regulated providers.
- ✓Scan for 'Servicios adicionales' that you didn't explicitly request.
- ✓Compare your current variable price per kWh with the latest BOE publication.
TUR Glossary: Decoding the Evidence
| Term | Forensic Meaning | Actionable Insight |
|---|---|---|
| TUR | Regulated tariff set by the Spanish Government. | Usually the most stable and cheapest option for homes. |
| RL.1 / RL.2 | Access tolls based on annual consumption. | RL.2 is for homes with gas heating; RL.1 is for water/cooking only. |
| CUR | Comercializadora de Último Recurso. | The only companies legally allowed to offer the TUR tariff. |
| BOE | Official State Gazette. | Where the new TUR prices are published every three months. |
Prices are updated quarterly. Always check your latest bill against the current BOE rates.
The Dutch Teacher's 50% Gas Overpay in Granada
A Dutch secondary-school teacher in a 70 m² Granada flat was paying €0.14/kWh on a free-market plan branded with a '10% discount'. Audit showed the base price was 50% higher than TUR, and the discount only applied to the variable term. Migration to a CUR on TUR at RL.1 dropped her annual gas spend from €520 to €345.
Hallazgos
- ✓Free-market variable price of €0.14/kWh vs. TUR benchmark €0.09/kWh that quarter.
- ✓'10% discount' applied only to variable term, not the fixed term.
- ✓Annual gas spend cut from €520 to €345 after switching to a CUR on TUR.
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Disclaimers
- Informational tool; not financial advice.
- We don’t guarantee savings: these are estimates.