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30kWh Battery Price in Melbourne
A 30kWh battery with a 10kW hybrid inverter starts from $4,899 including GST in Melbourne, after the federal battery discount, for a standard installation. It suits homes adding storage to existing solar and families who want to run overnight on stored sun.
- From $4,899 with a 10kW hybrid inverter
- FoxESS, GoodWe and Sigenergy options
- Federal discount applied – steps down 1 January 2027
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30kWh battery price at a glance
The key facts, with links to the detail below.
- Starting price
- $4,899 including GST, after the federal discount (30kWh + 10kW hybrid inverter)
- Typically covers
- Overnight use with reserve for backup
- Suits
- Big households, work from home, EV owners, blackout backup
- Brands
- FoxESS, GoodWe, Sigenergy and more
- Price list
- All solar and battery prices
What’s included in the price
The price you approve is the price you pay. Anything that applies to your home is shown as its own line on your quote.
Included in the starting price
- 30kWh battery and 10kW hybrid inverter
- Standard installation by accredited installers
- Federal battery discount applied
- Network approval and monitoring set-up
- 10-year workmanship warranty and a free check-up at two years
Common extras
- Switchboard upgrades
- 3-phase connections
- Backup circuits for blackouts
- Two-storey or difficult access
- Travel to outer or regional areas
Is 30kWh the right size?
Since 1 May 2026 the federal discount is highest per kWh up to about 14kWh, and larger capacity earns less per kWh. A 30kWh battery is the right call when your evening and overnight use is high, you want backup reserve, or you charge an EV at night.
- Smaller evening use?A 10kWh or 20kWh battery may be better value.
- Already have solar?Add a battery to existing solar.
- Going solar too?See the 10kW + 30kWh package.
Battery rebates and finance
We apply every discount you qualify for directly on your quote.
Federal battery discount
Applied at the point of sale through the Cheaper Home Batteries Program. Not means tested. Steps down on 1 January 2027.
Battery discount explainedFinance
Spread the cost with Brighte payment plans, or use the Solar Victoria interest-free loan for solar panels if you’re eligible.
Finance optionsRebate information checked October 2026. Amounts and eligibility can change – your quote confirms the current figures.
30kWh battery price FAQs
How much is a 30kWh battery in Melbourne?
A 30kWh battery with a 10kW hybrid inverter starts from $4,899 including GST, after the federal battery discount, for a standard installation.
Will battery prices go up in 2027?
The federal battery discount is scheduled to step down on 1 January 2027 and then every six months until 2030, so the discount on a new battery is expected to be smaller after that date.
Can a 30kWh battery run my house overnight?
For most family homes, yes – with reserve for backup. We size it from your usage data to confirm.
Lock in your 30kWh battery price
Get an itemised price for your home with the federal discount applied.