This guide is for Melbourne households adding a battery to existing solar, or buying solar and storage together, who want an installer with real battery experience. Batteries reward careful commissioning, sensible sizing and good backup design, and they punish installers who treat them as an upsell.
We compared seven installers: Jet Solar, Lightning Energy, Hybrid Solar Solutions Australia, Solar Battery Group, RACV Solar, Climasolar and HP Energy. They were assessed through independent desk research using company websites, review patterns on Google, SolarQuotes and ProductReview, published pricing and Solar Victoria and federal program pages. We did not contact any company, request quotes or accept payment for inclusion.
You will learn who to call first, each company’s real weaknesses, which incentives actually apply in Victoria in late 2026, and what to check before paying a deposit.
Quick winners
- Best Overall: Jet Solar (Tesla Premium Certified, in-house crews)
- Best Showroom and Brand Range: Lightning Energy
- Best Workmanship Warranty: Hybrid Solar Solutions Australia (12 years)
- Best for Budget Battery Brands: Solar Battery Group
- Best Big-Brand Backing: RACV Solar
- Best for Zero-Upfront Finance: Climasolar
- Best for Whole-Home Electrification: HP Energy
Comparison table
| Company | Base | Battery brands | Install model | Workmanship warranty | Best for | Google rating (Oct 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jet Solar | Rowville | Tesla, Sungrow, GoodWe | In-house, no subcontractors | Not published | Powerwall 3 buyers | 5.0 (roughly 720) |
| Lightning Energy | Malvern East | Tesla, Sigenergy, GoodWe, SolarEdge, Sonnen, FranklinWH, Enphase, AlphaESS | Direct teams plus some subcontractors | Not published | Comparing brands in person | 4.8 (roughly 430) |
| Hybrid Solar Solutions | Clayton | Sigenergy, Tesla, BYD, AlphaESS, Anker | Not published | 12 years | Long workmanship cover | 4.9 (roughly 190) |
| Solar Battery Group | Box Hill | Tesla, Sigenergy, AlphaESS, Fox ESS, Growatt, SAJ and others | In-house claimed | Not published | Low upfront price | 4.4 (roughly 920) |
| RACV Solar | Melbourne CBD and regional | Tesla, BYD, Sigenergy | Mixed regional teams | 5-year whole-of-system warranty | Brand longevity | 4.1 (roughly 90) |
| Climasolar | Cremorne | Not published | SAA-qualified electricians | Not published | $0 upfront finance | 4.8 (roughly 1,660) |
| HP Energy | Notting Hill | Not published | Own licensed crews | Not published | Solar, battery and heat pumps together | 4.6 (roughly 440) |
Which incentives apply in Melbourne (October 2026)
Federal discount. The Cheaper Home Batteries Program is the main battery incentive. Since 1 May 2026 it is tiered: the full rate on the first 14kWh of usable capacity, 60 per cent from 14kWh to 28kWh and 15 per cent from 28kWh to 50kWh. Solar Choice estimates the full rate at about $252 per kWh at a $37 certificate price, roughly $3,400 off a 13.5kWh Tesla Powerwall 3. The certificate factor steps down again on 1 January 2027. Grid-connected batteries must be VPP-capable, though joining a VPP is optional.
Solar Victoria. The Solar Victoria interest-free solar battery loan is closed to new applications; its page says it is no longer taking applications. The Solar Victoria solar panel rebate is still open as of October 2026: up to $1,400 for eligible owner-occupiers (household income under $150,000, property value under $3 million, no solar in the past 10 years), with an optional matching interest-free loan. It only helps if you are installing new panels with your battery, and you must use a Solar Victoria authorised retailer. See our battery rebate guide and state-by-state rebate guide.
Best Overall: Jet Solar
Jet Solar is a Rowville installer with a near-perfect review record and a Tesla Premium Certified Installer status that it says only about 40 Australian companies held when it was awarded in February 2025. All work is done by its own employees.
Pros
- 5.0 stars from roughly 720 Google reviews and 5.0 from roughly 650 SolarQuotes ratings as of October 2026
- No subcontractors; the company says it does everything in-house
- Tesla Premium Certified for Powerwall 3, including expansion packs, according to its website
Cons
- Battery range is narrow and Tesla-led, with Sungrow and GoodWe the main alternatives
- Victoria only, from a south-east suburbs base
- Prices and workmanship warranty are not published
Get a quote at jetsolar.com.au, or browse all Melbourne installers in our directory.
Key facts. Trading as Jet Solar since 2018; the director previously ran JLD Electrical Services from 2015. Claims 2,500+ installations.
Why we selected them. The strongest review record in Melbourne combined with in-house crews and top-tier Tesla status.
Products and brands offered. Tesla Powerwall 3, Sungrow and GoodWe batteries; Jinko, AIKO and REC panels; Sungrow, Fronius, Enphase and Sigenergy inverters.
Installation quality and reputation. Reviewers describe tidy battery and EV charger installs and low-pressure sales.
Pricing and value. Reviewers call it competitive.
Warranty and after-sales support. Post-install follow-up is praised; get the workmanship term in writing.
What customers praise and what complaints recur. Praise for professionalism; no recurring complaint pattern.
Best for Powerwall 3 buyers in south-east Melbourne. Look elsewhere if you want a wide budget-brand range.
Best Showroom and Brand Range: Lightning Energy
Lightning Energy runs a showroom in Malvern East where you can compare products before buying, and installs one of the widest battery ranges in Melbourne. It claims 8,500+ systems and 62MW installed.
Pros
- Eight battery brands, from Tesla and Sigenergy to Sonnen and FranklinWH
- Physical showroom and stock on hand, so less waiting for hardware
- 4.8 stars from roughly 430 Google reviews as of October 2026
Cons
- Uses some subcontractors alongside direct teams, according to SolarQuotes
- SolarQuotes reviews (4.5 from roughly 350) report post-install communication breakdowns and some roof damage or unfinished work
- Workmanship warranty not published
Get a quote at lightning-energy.com.au, or browse all Victorian installers in our directory.
Key facts. SolarQuotes lists it as founded in 2017; its website claims 12+ years installing. Works in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide.
Why we selected them. Seeing and comparing batteries in one place helps first-time buyers choose well.
Products and brands offered. Tesla Powerwall 3, Sigenergy SigenStor, GoodWe, SolarEdge, Sonnen, FranklinWH, Enphase and AlphaESS.
Installation quality and reputation. Mostly praised; crew consistency varies.
Pricing and value. Mid-to-premium.
Warranty and after-sales support. The weak spot in reviews; agree response times in writing.
What customers praise and what complaints recur. Praise for knowledgeable sales staff; complaints that service faded after final payment.
Best for buyers still choosing a brand. Look elsewhere if you need guaranteed in-house crews.
Best Workmanship Warranty: Hybrid Solar Solutions Australia
Hybrid Solar Solutions Australia has operated for 14 years, with offices in Clayton, Brisbane and Sydney, and publishes a 12-year workmanship warranty on every install, the longest stated here.
Pros
- 12-year workmanship warranty published
- Battery range covering Sigenergy, Tesla, BYD, AlphaESS and Anker
- 4.9 stars from roughly 190 Google reviews for its Clayton office as of October 2026
Cons
- Install model (in-house or subcontracted) not published
- Headline offer of 30kWh batteries from $5,299 after rebates does not name the brand, and 30kWh is oversized for many homes
- Website still cites CEC accreditation alongside SAA
Get a quote at hybridsolarsolutions.com.au, or browse all Melbourne installers in our directory.
Key facts. 42 staff, 12,000+ customers and 240,000+ panels installed, according to its website.
Why we selected them. A written 12-year workmanship warranty is a genuine differentiator.
Products and brands offered. The battery brands above, plus LONGi, REC, Jinko and SunPower panels.
Installation quality and reputation. Google reviews praise communication and tidy installs.
Pricing and value. Aggressive headline prices; get a fully itemised quote.
Warranty and after-sales support. The 12-year cover is the draw; confirm what it includes.
What customers praise and what complaints recur. Strong praise; no recurring complaint pattern.
Best for buyers who prioritise workmanship cover. Look elsewhere if you want a battery sized tightly to your usage without upselling.
Best for Budget Battery Brands: Solar Battery Group
Solar Battery Group, based in Box Hill, calls itself Australia’s largest solar battery installer and claims more than 30,000 homes powered. It sells a broad range of value-brand batteries with in-house installation.
Pros
- Wide range including Tesla, Sigenergy, AlphaESS, Fox ESS, Growatt, SAJ, Ambrion and Anker
- Large review base: 4.4 from roughly 920 Google reviews and 4.4 from roughly 1,600 on ProductReview as of October 2026
- Licensed in six states
Cons
- ProductReview’s main complaint is after-sales: unanswered calls and emails, slow warranty and rebate responses
- One reviewer alleges pressure to pay a deposit to lock a price, with refunds harder than promised
- Workmanship warranty and prices not published
Get a quote at solarbatterygroup.com.au, or browse all Melbourne installers in our directory.
Key facts. 10+ years operating; Victorian licence REC 14493.
Why we selected them. Scale and low-cost options suit buyers stretching the federal discount furthest.
Products and brands offered. The brands above.
Installation quality and reputation. Installers praised as polite and efficient.
Pricing and value. Competitive.
Warranty and after-sales support. The weak point.
What customers praise and what complaints recur. Praise for value; complaints about support.
Best for price-focused buyers. Look elsewhere if after-sales matters most.
Best Big-Brand Backing: RACV Solar
RACV Solar is the motoring club’s energy arm, with a Melbourne office and regional branches built on acquired installers such as Gippsland Solar.
Pros
- Backed by a large member organisation
- Tesla Powerwall 3, BYD and SigenStor battery options
- SolarQuotes rating of 4.4 from roughly 360 reviews
Cons
- Reviews report long waits for commissioning and slow after-sales responses
- 4.1 stars from roughly 90 Google reviews for its Melbourne office
- Its battery page advertises a 5-year whole-of-system warranty, shorter than the 12 years Hybrid Solar Solutions publishes
Get a quote at racv.com.au, or browse all Victorian installers in our directory.
Key facts. Melbourne plus Bendigo, Geelong and Gippsland branches.
Why we selected them. Longevity matters when a workmanship warranty depends on the installer surviving.
Products and brands offered. Tesla Powerwall 3, BYD and Sigenergy SigenStor batteries.
Installation quality and reputation. Installation scores 4.6 on SolarQuotes.
Pricing and value. Mid-market.
Warranty and after-sales support. Admin errors and delays recur in reviews.
What customers praise and what complaints recur. Praise for crews; complaints about communication.
Best for buyers who value an established brand. Look elsewhere for speed.
Best for Zero-Upfront Finance: Climasolar
Climasolar is an Australian-owned installer headquartered in Cremorne, operating since 2017 across Victoria, NSW, Queensland and WA. It promotes systems with no upfront cost.
Pros
- Largest Google review base here: 4.8 from roughly 1,660 reviews as of October 2026
- No-upfront-cost installs for buyers without savings
- Installs by SAA-qualified electricians and onshore customer service, according to its website
Cons
- Battery brands are not published on its homepage
- Finance terms are not detailed online; compare total repayments with a cash price
- In-house versus subcontracted model not stated
Get a quote at climasolar.com.au, or browse all Melbourne installers in our directory.
Key facts. Claims 7,000+ properties and AFR Fast 100 ranking (#21, 2025).
Why we selected them. Finance-led buyers need a well-reviewed option.
Products and brands offered. Premium-brand solar and battery storage; confirm models in the quote.
Installation quality and reputation. Strongly positive at volume.
Pricing and value. Finance costs can exceed cash prices.
Warranty and after-sales support. Get warranty terms in writing.
What customers praise and what complaints recur. Praise for service; no strong complaint theme in the data we saw.
Best for buyers without upfront cash. Look elsewhere if you want brand transparency upfront.
Best for Whole-Home Electrification: HP Energy
HP Energy, headquartered in Notting Hill, installs solar, batteries, heat pumps and heating and cooling, all with its own licensed crews, and works across Victoria, NSW, Queensland and SA.
Pros
- Own licensed crews, no subcontractors, according to its website
- ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 certification and accredited Victorian Energy Upgrades provider
- 4.6 stars from roughly 440 Google reviews as of October 2026
Cons
- Battery brands are not listed on its homepage
- Workmanship warranty not published
- Its website quotes the federal battery discount at $372 per kWh, an older figure that predates the May 2026 changes, so check rebate lines carefully
Get a quote at hpenergy.com.au, or browse all Melbourne installers in our directory.
Key facts. Melbourne head office plus Williamstown North, Sydney and Brisbane offices.
Why we selected them. Electrifying hot water and heating alongside a battery is easier with one accountable contractor.
Products and brands offered. Solar, batteries, heat pumps and heating and cooling.
Installation quality and reputation. Google reviews praise crews.
Pricing and value. Not published.
Warranty and after-sales support. Single warranty team for all products.
What customers praise and what complaints recur. Mostly praise.
Best for whole-home upgrades. Look elsewhere for a battery-only specialist.
How we reviewed
We shortlisted from Google Maps listings across Melbourne, search results for Melbourne battery installers, manufacturer certification claims and review platforms, keeping only companies with clear battery offerings. Each was assessed on reputation and experience, battery range, installation model, pricing signals, warranty, customer service and after-sales review patterns.
Sources were company websites, Solar Victoria pages, DCCEEW program information, Solar Choice rebate data, SolarQuotes and ProductReview reviews, and Google ratings as of October 2026. We requested no quotes, made no visits or calls, and no company paid for placement.
Choosing a solar battery installer in Melbourne
Check accreditation. Battery installers must be Solar Accreditation Australia accredited for the federal discount. Solar Cobber does not verify accreditation; check the SAA register and New Energy Tech approved seller list.
Size to your usage. Ask for a sizing based on your interval data, not a default 30kWh.
Plan backup. Ask which circuits are backed up and whether your switchboard needs work.
Know your network. CitiPower, Powercor, Jemena, United Energy and AusNet set export rules for Melbourne homes.
Check rebate maths. Quotes should show the federal discount at the current rate. See our quote comparison guide.
Get timeframes in writing. Commissioning delays recur in reviews across installers.
FAQ
How much does a battery cost in Melbourne?
Published Powerwall 3 prices from Sydney installers run roughly $13,500 to $16,500 before the federal discount of roughly $3,400, a useful benchmark for Melbourne quotes. Budget brands cost much less. See our battery cost guide.
Is there a Victorian battery rebate?
Not currently. The Solar Victoria battery loan is closed. The federal discount applies.
Can I combine the Solar Victoria panel rebate with the federal battery discount?
If you are eligible and installing new panels, the panel rebate applies to the panels and the federal discount to the battery.
How many quotes should I get?
Three: a premium installer, a multi-brand installer and a budget option.
Which warranties matter most?
The battery’s 10-year product warranty and the installer’s workmanship warranty.
What if my installer goes bust?
Product warranties survive. Workmanship cover does not. See our solar company failures tracker.
Red flags in a battery quote?
No usable capacity figure, outdated rebate figures, large deposits and same-day pressure.
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About this review
Written by the Solar Cobber editorial team. Last updated October 2026.
Solar Cobber is a free, independent Australian solar directory. We may earn referral or advertising fees from installers listed on this site, but commercial relationships never influence rankings, awards or the negatives we publish. No company was contacted about or paid for inclusion. Sources are those listed in the methodology above, all current as of October 2026. More options are on our Victoria top installers page.