Solar battery prices drop $5,000 as rush settles
Battery costs have fallen $5,000 since the national rebate was reduced in May 2025.
Despite rising costs across the economy, adding a battery to your solar system is now cheaper than before. The government cut its rebate scheme in May 2025.
A 32kWh battery that cost $5,000 more is now within reach. The reason is simple: demand from the earlier rebate rush has settled.
Manufacturers are clearing stock and installers can pass savings on. The Australian Government's Cheaper Home Batteries Program still offers discounts of up to 30 per cent on installation.
This covers homes, businesses and community organisations. The discounts will shrink over time, with bigger changes coming in January 2027.
Solar panels alone save a typical Canberra household around $1,500 per year. Adding a battery can almost double that.
- $5,000
- Price drop for 32kWh battery
- $1,500
- Annual solar savings, Canberra household
- May 2025
- Rebate cut date
- Up to 30 per cent
- Rebate discount level
Why it mattersLower upfront costs make home batteries accessible to more Australian families looking to cut power bills.
AustraliaBattery costs are falling across Australia, with government support available through the Cheaper Home Batteries Program; changes take effect in January 2027.
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