Should you buy a solar battery?

Whether to save money on your bills or reduce your carbon emissions, a solar battery will be able to help you build a foundation for independent energy usage – granted you can afford the upfront cost of solar batteries. Before making a decision, it’s a good idea to get the opinion of a solar installer first.

Is it worth getting a solar storage battery?

A solar battery allows you to store electricity produced by your solar panels and use it later or, in some cases, sell it back to the grid to make a few quid – but they're not cheap. Read on to see if it's worth getting a solar storage battery for your home... This is the first incarnation of this guide.

How much do solar batteries cost in Australia?

Solar Choice has been tracking the average price of solar batteries in Australia across our database of over 200 solar installers in our Solar Battery Price Index since 2017. Residential solar batteries usually cost between $700 to $1,000 per kWh of capacity installed depending on brand, size and location.

How much do solar batteries cost?

Residential solar batteries usually cost between $700 to $1,000 per kWh of capacity installed depending on brand, size and location. The below table shows our current price index which includes the federal rebate but excludes state-based rebates:

Can solar batteries save you money?

Solar batteries can also save you money on utility power long-term. When utility costs are at their peak, you can pivot your home’s energy consumption to run off of battery power rather than grid power, leveraging the electricity your solar panels generated when you need it most.

Are solar batteries a good investment?

While solar batteries will help you cut costs on your electricity bill by reducing your reliance on the grid, they are still a significant financial investment.