EnergyAustralia Review 2026
EnergyAustralia is the third of the big three. About 2.4 million customers. Owned by CLP Group out of Hong Kong. They have been losing market share to smaller retailers in recent years, and you can see why in their pricing. Their standard rates are the highest of the big three in most states.
Rates from ~28.5c/kWh usage, ~110c/day supply (NSW). Market offers bring this down. Last updated June 2026.
The Short Version
EnergyAustralia is the weakest of the big three on price. Their standing offer is consistently the most expensive. Their market offers close some of the gap, but not all of it. Their one standout feature is their solar battery rebate program. If you are getting a home battery installed, EnergyAustralia will knock up to $1,000 off the price. That is unique among the big retailers. Without that rebate, I struggle to find a reason to pick them over Origin or AGL.
What I Like
- Solar battery rebate up to $1,000 (genuinely useful)
- Good green energy options
- Decent website with clear plan comparison tool
What Could Be Better
- Highest standard rates of the big three
- Lowest solar FIT at 10c
- Losing customers; market position weakening
- App is worse than AGL's
Who Should Get EnergyAustralia
The $1,000 battery rebate is real money. If you are installing a Tesla Powerwall or similar, sign up with EA, claim the rebate, then switch after 12 months if you want better rates.
EA has solid carbon neutral and GreenPower options. The premium is modest.
If your main concern is the lowest possible bill, look at Origin, Alinta, or a small retailer like OVO.