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Alinta Energy
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per year or $140 per month
  • Supply charge: 88.03c/day
  • Usage charge: 34.66c/kWh
  • No lock-in • No exit fee • Variable rates
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Alinta Energy | SolarBalance Go - Single Rate
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Variable FiT
per year or $164 per month
  • Supply charge: 114.42c/day
  • Usage charge: 39.67c/kWh
  • No lock-in • No exit fee • Variable rates

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Alinta Energy
Alinta Energy | Standing Offer - Single Rate
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per year or $164 per month
  • Supply charge: 114.42c/day
  • Usage charge: 39.67c/kWh
  • No lock-in • No exit fee • Variable rates

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Alinta Energy plans explained

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:

  • HomeDeal Select
  • HomeDeal On
  • HomeDeal Advantage
  • HomeDeal Edge
  • HomeDeal Ready
  • SolarBalance Go
  • SolarBalance Max
  • Standing Offer.

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
HomeDeal On - Single Rate
$1,674
$1,674
14% Less
Alinta Energy
SolarBalance Go - Single Rate
$1,965
$1,965
Equal to
Alinta Energy
Standing Offer - Single Rate
$1,965
$1,965
Equal to
Results updated 27-06-2026 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
HomeDeal Select - Single Rate
$1,779
$1,779
17% Less
Alinta Energy
SolarBalance Max - Single Rate
$2,057
$2,057
4% Less
Alinta Energy
Standing Offer - Single Rate
$2,143
$2,143
Equal to
Results updated 27-06-2026 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 Advantage - Single Rate
$2,186
$2,186
5% Less
Alinta Energy
HomeDeal Edge - Single Rate
$2,278
$2,278
1% Less
Alinta Energy
SolarBalance Go - Single Rate
$2,301
$2,301
Equal to
Alinta Energy
Standing Offer - Single Rate
$2,301
$2,301
Equal to
Results updated 27-06-2026 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
HomeDeal Now - Single Rate
$1,206
$1,206
22% Less
Alinta Energy
SolarBalance Max - Single Rate
$1,485
$1,485
4% Less
Alinta Energy
Standing Offer - Single Rate
$1,547
$1,547
Equal to
Results updated 27-06-2026 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 $1,547 / 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 HomeDeal Select
  • Alinta Energy HomeDeal Essential
  • Alinta Energy Fair Go 40 (only available in WA)
  • Standing Offer.

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 and Max plans have 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

-

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

-

SolarBalance Max

-

-

-

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


Alinta Energy benefits and rewards

Alinta Energy Rewards

Customers can join the newly-revised Alinta Energy rewards program, offering exclusive discounts on gift cards and other lifestyle products (e.g. movie tickets).

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

About our energy experts

Kevin Goh is a Senior Energy Journalist at Canstar striving to demystify the ever-evolving energy sector for Aussies, concisely covering all things electricity, gas and solar. Kevin has a BA in Journalism and a BA in Economics and International Relations from the University of Queensland. He also has half a decade of experience in the comparison industry and as a professional content writer for digital agencies such as Vesanique, Sea Salt Marketing and the Boys Creative Studio. You can follow Kevin on LinkedIn.

Tara Donnelly is Canstar's Managing Editor, Utilities, leading the team that focuses on energy, telecommunications and consumer technology. For more than a decade she has authored hundreds of articles covering these topics across Australia, the US and Canada, including seven years as part of the Canstar Group. Her expertise has seen her appear in national media including 9 News, 7 News, Sunrise, the ABC , The Australian Financial Review4BC Radio and The Sydney Morning Herald. Tara has been nominated for multiple awards for her technology reporting, including Canstar’s highly commended recognition for Best Consumer Technology Coverage in 2024. She has a Bachelor of Communications from the University of Canberra and is passionate about simplifying complex subjects so consumers aren’t just informed, they’re connected and confident. You can follow Tara on LinkedIn.

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