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Alinta Energy Plans and Prices

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About Alinta Energy

Originally known as AlintaGas in Western Australia during the 90s, Alinta Energy is now one of Australia’s largest power companies, helping over 1.1 million customers.

Alinta Energy sells electricity to homes and businesses in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and South Australia. Natural gas plans are also available in these states as well as Western Australia.


Alinta Energy pros and cons

Pros

  • Flexible payment options
  • Alinta Energy Rewards program available
  • No lock-in contracts or exit fees.

Cons

  • No GreenPower options available
  • No fixed rate energy plans
  • Not Australian owned.

Alinta Energy electricity

Alinta Energy’s electricity plans currently on Canstar’s database are:

  • Alinta Energy HomeSaver Max
  • Alinta Energy HomeSaver On
  • Alinta Energy HomeDeal Essential.

Not all plans are available in all states.

Alinta Energy plans in NSW

Provider
Plan name
Est. annual cost (inc. all discounts)
Est. annual cost (ex. conditional discounts)
Reference price comparison (Basic Plan Information)
Alinta Energy
HomeSaver Max
$1,769
$1,769
10% less
Alinta Energy
SolarBalance Go
$1,965
$1,965
Equal to
Alinta Energy
Standing Offer
$1,965
$1,965
Equal to
Results updated 01-10-2025 for Alinta Energy energy plans on Canstar's database. The results in the table above are sorted by Estimated annual cost including all discounts (Low-High) then Estimated annual cost excluding conditional discount (Low-High). Results for residential customers in Sydney 2000, Australia in the Ausgrid network, where general usage is 3,900 kWh / year on a Single Rate tariff. Lowest annual cost displayed, your bill will differ based on actual usage. Based on general usage, the AER Reference Price is $1,965 / year. *All prices listed are inclusive of GST except where indicated.


Alinta Energy plans in QLD

Provider
Plan name
Est. annual cost (inc. all discounts)
Est. annual cost (ex. conditional discounts)
Reference price comparison (Basic Plan Information)
Alinta Energy
HomeSaver On
$1,865
$1,865
13% less
Alinta Energy
SolarBalance Go
$2,143
$2,143
Equal to
Alinta Energy
Standing Offer
$2,143
$2,143
Equal to
Results updated 01-10-2025 for Alinta Energy energy plans on Canstar's database. The results in the table above are sorted by Estimated annual cost including all discounts (Low-High) then Estimated annual cost excluding conditional discount (Low-High). Results for residential customers in Brisbane 4000, Australia in the Energex network, where general usage is 4,600 kWh / year on a Single Rate tariff. Lowest annual cost displayed, your bill will differ based on actual usage. Based on general usage, the AER Reference Price is $2,143 / year. *All prices listed are inclusive of GST except where indicated.


Alinta Energy plans in SA

Provider
Plan name
Est. annual cost (inc. all discounts)
Est. annual cost (ex. conditional discounts)
Reference price comparison (Basic Plan Information)
Alinta Energy
HomeDeal Essential
$2,232
$2,232
3% less
Alinta Energy
SolarBalance Go
$2,301
$2,301
Equal to
Alinta Energy
Standing Offer
$2,301
$2,301
Equal to
Results updated 01-10-2025 for Alinta Energy energy plans on Canstar's database. The results in the table above are sorted by Estimated annual cost including all discounts (Low-High) then Estimated annual cost excluding conditional discount (Low-High). Results for residential customers in Adelaide 5000, Australia in the SA Power Networks network, where general usage is 4,000 kWh / year on a Single Rate tariff. Lowest annual cost displayed, your bill will differ based on actual usage. Based on general usage, the AER Reference Price is $2,301 / year. *All prices listed are inclusive of GST except where indicated.


Alinta Energy plans in VIC

Provider
Plan name
Est. annual cost (inc. all discounts)
Est. annual cost (ex. conditional discounts)
Reference price comparison (Energy Fact Sheet)
Alinta Energy
HomeSaver On
$1,361
$1,361
12% less
Alinta Energy
SolarBalance Go
$1,547
$1,547
0% more
Alinta Energy
Standing Offer
$1,547
$1,547
0% more
Results updated 01-10-2025 for Alinta Energy energy plans on Canstar's database. The results in the table above are sorted by Estimated annual cost including all discounts (Low-High) then Estimated annual cost excluding conditional discount (Low-High). Results for residential customers in Melbourne 3000, Australia in the Citipower network, where general usage is 4,000 kWh / year on a Single Rate tariff. Lowest annual cost displayed, your bill will differ based on actual usage. Based on general usage, the Victorian Default Offer (VDO) is $1,546 / year. *All prices listed are inclusive of GST except where indicated.

Alinta Energy natural gas

Natural gas plans are available in NSW, QLD, SA, VIC and WA, with similar names and incentives to its electricity plans. 

  • Alinta Energy HomeSaver On
  • Alinta Energy HomeDeal Essential
  • Alinta Energy Fair Go 40 (only available in WA).

Alinta Energy solar

All Alinta Energy plans include a solar feed-in tariff (FiT). The highest FiT is offered on the solar-specific plan, although this typically comes with higher usage charges.

Alinta Energy’s SolarBalance Go plan has a higher FiT for the first 10kWh/day of exported electricity per day.

Alinta Energy solar feed-in tariffs (FiTs)


NSW

VIC

SA

QLD

Standard FiT

5c/kWh

0.04c/kWh

3c/kWh

4c/kWh

SolarBalance Go

10c/kWh for the first 10kWh/day, 5c/kWh thereafter

7c/kWh for the first 10kWh/day, 0.04c/kWh thereafter

9c/kWh for the first 10kWh/day, 3c/kWh thereafter

10c/kWh for the first 10kWh/day, 4c/kWh thereafter


Alinta Energy benefits and rewards

Alinta Energy Rewards

Customers can join the Alinta Energy rewards program. Note that as of mid-2025, this program is undergoing a redesign.

Utilities bundling 

While Alinta Energy offers electricity and gas, there are no specific discounts or credits available for bundling both products.


Alinta Energy accounts and billing

Alinta Energy MyAccount

Alinta Energy’s mobile app makes it easy for you to access your MyAccount as well as:

  • Manage your account: Update personal information, payment details and contact information. 
  • Track your energy usage: Customers with smart meters can check their energy usage in kilowatt hours (kWh) or by cost. 
  • Pay your bills: You can pay your energy bills online and pre-plan payments.
  • Solar feed-in tariff (FIT) management: Alinta Energy allows you to view and track the solar you are exporting, making it easier to optimise your solar.
  • Submit meter readings: You can submit a self meter read. 

Alinta Energy website

Customers can also access their MyAccount via Alinta Energy’s website.


How do customers rate Alinta Energy?

Alinta Energy has rated among the top picks in one of Canstar's customer satisfaction surveys.

Find out more about our award ratings and methodology.


Should I choose Alinta Energy?

Alinta Energy offers generally competitive rates and a simple selection of plans. The company focuses on helping customers make informed energy choices through its True Power program, which explains energy generation and Alinta’s commitment to renewables.

Alinta may be worth considering for dual fuel customers, or those with an interest in the company’s investments in large-scale renewable energy. However, solar owners may prefer a retailer with solar-specific electricity options.

FAQs about Alinta Energy

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Katrina HasdellEnergy Writer

Katrina Hasdell is an Energy Writer at Canstar, where she covers Australia’s retail energy market. Having written more than 100 energy-related articles for Canstar, Katrina is dedicated to providing consumers with easy-to-read information on their energy options so they can get better deals on electricity, solar power and more. She previously wrote content for Australia’s leading home services company, Pulse Home Services, while completing her BA in professional writing and publishing at Curtin University. You can follow Katrina on LinkedIn.

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