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Best Solar Feed In Tariff SA

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Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon 12 month plan with no exit fees Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
12c/kWh
for the first 14kWh per day,
6c/kWh thereafter
Equal to
the reference price Glossary
$2,279 Glossary
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Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon 12 month plan with no exit fees Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
12c/kWh
for the first 15kWh per day,
8.5c/kWh thereafter
Equal to
the reference price Glossary
$2,279 Glossary
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Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon 12 month plan with no exit fees Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
10c/kWh
for the first 10kWh per day,
6c/kWh thereafter
4% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,188 Glossary
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Basic Plan Information
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Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon 12 month plan with no exit fees Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
8.5c/kWh
7% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,120 Glossary
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Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon Guaranteed fixed rates for 12 months Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with no exit fees Glossary
8.5c/kWh
1% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,257 Glossary
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Basic Plan Information
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Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
8.5c/kWh
Equal to
the reference price Glossary
$2,279 Glossary
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Basic Plan Information
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Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon 12 month plan with no exit fees Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
8.5c/kWh
Equal to
the reference price Glossary
$2,279 Glossary
Distributed By Distributed By SA Power Networks
Basic Plan Information
star star star star empty
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon 12 month plan with no exit fees Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
8c/kWh
5% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,165 Glossary
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  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
8c/kWh
0% less
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$2,277 Glossary
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Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
8c/kWh
Equal to
the reference price Glossary
$2,279 Glossary

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The initial results in the table above are sorted by Solar feed-in tariff (High-Low) , then Price/year (estimated) including conditional discount (Low-High) , then Brand Satisfaction (High-Low) . Additional filters may have been applied, see top of table for details.

Latest in solar energy

South Australians pay some of the highest electricity rates in the country, which may explain why about one in three households have solar. Not only can a solar system help reduce energy costs, it can also add more value to a home. Installing solar panels isn’t a cheap undertaking by any means, which is why SA bill-payers will need to know what feed-in tariffs (FiTs) are available, including the plans these rates come attached to.

Which provider has the best solar feed-in tariff in South Australia?

Origin currently has the highest solar feed-in tariffs in South Australia, offering eligible customers 20 cents per kilowatt hour (c/kWh) for energy exported to the grid. Trailing behind is EnergyAustralia with 12c/kWh, and AGL offering 10c/kWh.

Maximum and minimum solar feed-in tariffs in SA

In the table below, you’ll find a list of minimum and maximum solar feed-in tariffs available from retailers in South Australia. Some of these companies may not operate in all areas of SA, while some FiTs may only be available when certain conditions are satisfied. Please check each provider’s website for further details.

Which is the best solar energy provider?

Red Energy is the winner of Australia’s best solar energy provider for 2023, scoring five stars for customer service, focus on environmental sustainability and overall satisfaction. While Red Energy’s solar feed-in tariffs may not be the most competitive in the state, the retailer does offer additional benefits to customers through its partnership with Qantas, wherein customers can earn frequent flyer points off their energy bill.

How do I know what my solar feed-in tariff is?

Your solar feed-in tariff should be listed on your latest energy bill, usually on the second page where there’s a breakdown of fees and charges. If you can’t locate your FiT rate, jump onto your retailer’s website and check out its’ energy fact sheets. These are documents that all power companies must have publicly available to customers, and include every detail of each plan they offer, like rates, fees and charges.

Is there a minimum solar feed-in tariff in SA?

There is no longer a minimum solar feed-in tariff in South Australia, meaning that energy providers set their own FiT rates. Customers with eligible solar PV systems connected before September 30, 2011 may receive a premium feed-in tariff, which is set by the state’s energy distributor.

Are there solar-specific plans available in SA?

In SA, there are solar-specific products, some of which offer higher feed-in tariffs. While these plans can sound great on paper, it’s worth checking out the full details directly with each retailer, as these plans may not always be publicly listed. Sometimes solar-specific deals require certain conditions to be met or eligibility may depend on signing up during a promotional period.

Energy rates or solar feed-in tariff: What’s more important?

Customers with solar panels are naturally going to look for the highest feed-in tariff they can find, but it’s a good idea to check out other features of a plan before signing up. Why? Well, in some situations, plans with high FiTs could be disguising increased electricity usage charges, as well as supply charges. These are the base rates every customer in SA pays, regardless of how much energy is used.

Homes that export plenty of excess power back into the grid may benefit from a higher feed-in tariff, as they’ll likely be credited more on their bills. However, it could be a different story for households who can’t feed back as much electricity due to having a smaller solar system, in which they may be better off with cheaper base rates as opposed to a larger FiT. It will ultimately come down to what suits each customer, such as their energy needs and personal circumstances.

How to get the most out of your solar in SA

For many, solar is not just about saving on power bills. It’s also about adding value to your property and reducing your home’s carbon footprint. We all know that installing solar is a monumental leap towards smaller energy bills, which is why having a suitable feed-in tariff can make a big impact on long-term costs. But the fun doesn’t stop there, make sure you check out each feature of a plan as there may be further value you’re unaware of. Start your journey by clicking the link below.

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Here are the plans with the highest solar feed-in tariffs from the retailers on our database. These costs are based on SA Power network in Adelaide but prices will vary depending on your circumstances. We show one product per retailer, based on its plan with the highest solar feed-in tariff. These products have been listed in order of highest feed-in tariff. Annual price estimates assume general energy usage of 4011kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Price estimates exclude solar feed-in tariff credits. These are products from referral partners†. Our database may not cover all deals in your area, and please check retailer websites for up to date information.

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Basic Plan Information
star star star star empty
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon 12 month plan with no exit fees Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
12c/kWh
for the first 14kWh per day,
6c/kWh thereafter
Equal to
the reference price Glossary
$2,279 Glossary
Distributed By Distributed By SA Power Networks
Basic Plan Information
star star star star empty
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon 12 month plan with no exit fees Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
12c/kWh
for the first 15kWh per day,
8.5c/kWh thereafter
Equal to
the reference price Glossary
$2,279 Glossary
Distributed By Distributed By SA Power Networks
Basic Plan Information
star star star star empty
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon 12 month plan with no exit fees Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
10c/kWh
for the first 10kWh per day,
6c/kWh thereafter
4% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,188 Glossary
Distributed By Distributed By SA Power Networks
Basic Plan Information
star star star star empty
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon 12 month plan with no exit fees Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
8c/kWh
5% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,165 Glossary
Simply Energy | Simply Energy Solar
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Basic Plan Information
Simply Energy logo
star star star star empty
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
8c/kWh
4% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,179 Glossary
Sumo | Standing Offer
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Basic Plan Information
Sumo logo
Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
8c/kWh
Equal to
the reference price Glossary
$2,279 Glossary
Lumo Energy | Basic
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Basic Plan Information
Lumo Energy logo
star star star star empty
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
5.5c/kWh
7% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,117 Glossary
Red Energy | Qantas Red Saver
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Basic Plan Information
Red Energy logo
star star star star star
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
5.5c/kWh
6% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,134 Glossary
Diamond Energy | Everyday Renewable Saver
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Basic Plan Information
Diamond Energy logo
Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
5.2c/kWh
0% less
than reference price Glossary
Conditional discounts: Reduces to 2% below the reference price for Pay on Time
$2,227 Glossary
including conditional Glossary
discount Glossary
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Basic Plan Information
Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
5c/kWh
9% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,081 Glossary
Distributed By Distributed By SA Power Networks
Basic Plan Information
Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
5c/kWh
9% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,081 Glossary
Dodo Power and Gas | Standing Offer
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Basic Plan Information
Dodo Power and Gas logo
star star star star empty
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
5c/kWh
6% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,143 Glossary
Award icon Outstanding Value - Solar Electricity Plans SA
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Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
5c/kWh
14% more
than reference price Glossary
$2,602 Glossary
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Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
3.5c/kWh
6% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,142 Glossary
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Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
2.41c/kWh
16% less
than reference price Glossary
$1,906 Glossary
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Basic Plan Information
Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
1.5c/kWh
2% more
than reference price Glossary
Conditional discounts: Reduces to 1% more than the reference price for Direct Debit
Reduces to 1% more than the reference price for Pay on Time
$2,259 Glossary
including conditional Glossary
discount Glossary

Here are the plans with the lowest solar feed-in tariffs from the retailers on our database. These costs are based on SA Power network in Adelaide but prices will vary depending on your circumstances. We show one product per retailer, based on its plan with the lowest solar feed-in tariff. These products have been listed in order of highest feed-in tariff. Annual price estimates assume general energy usage of 4011kWh/year for a residential customer on a single rate tariff. Price estimates exclude solar feed-in tariff credits. These are products from referral partners†. Our database may not cover all deals in your area, and please check retailer websites for up to date information.

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Basic Plan Information
star star star star empty
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon 12 month plan with no exit fees Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
8.5c/kWh
7% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,120 Glossary
Distributed By Distributed By SA Power Networks
Basic Plan Information
star star star star empty
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon 12 month plan with no exit fees Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
8c/kWh
5% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,165 Glossary
Distributed By Distributed By SA Power Networks
Basic Plan Information
Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
8c/kWh
0% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,277 Glossary
Distributed By Distributed By SA Power Networks
Basic Plan Information
star star star star empty
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon 12 month plan with no exit fees Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
6c/kWh
7% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,120 Glossary
Simply Energy | Simply Energy Saver
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Basic Plan Information
Simply Energy logo
star star star star empty
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
5.5c/kWh
9% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,065 Glossary
Diamond Energy | Everyday Renewable Saver
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Basic Plan Information
Diamond Energy logo
Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
5.2c/kWh
0% less
than reference price Glossary
Conditional discounts: Reduces to 2% below the reference price for Pay on Time
$2,227 Glossary
including conditional Glossary
discount Glossary
Distributed By Distributed By SA Power Networks
Basic Plan Information
Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
5c/kWh
9% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,081 Glossary
Distributed By Distributed By SA Power Networks
Basic Plan Information
Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
5c/kWh
9% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,081 Glossary
Dodo Power and Gas | Standing Offer
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Basic Plan Information
Dodo Power and Gas logo
star star star star empty
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
5c/kWh
6% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,143 Glossary
Distributed By Distributed By SA Power Networks
Basic Plan Information
Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
3.5c/kWh
6% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,142 Glossary
Award icon Outstanding Value - Solar Electricity Plans SA
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Basic Plan Information
Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
3c/kWh
4% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,179 Glossary
Lumo Energy | Standing Offer
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Basic Plan Information
Lumo Energy logo
star star star star empty
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
3c/kWh
3% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,206 Glossary
Red Energy | Standing Offer
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Basic Plan Information
Red Energy logo
star star star star star
Brand Satisfaction Glossary
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
3c/kWh
3% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,206 Glossary
Distributed By Distributed By SA Power Networks
Basic Plan Information
Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
2.41c/kWh
16% less
than reference price Glossary
$1,906 Glossary
GloBird Energy | Default Market Offer
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Basic Plan Information
GloBird Energy logo
Not yet rated
  • icon Ongoing plan with no renewal required Glossary
  • icon No lock-in contract with variable rates Glossary
1c/kWh
0% less
than reference price Glossary
$2,276 Glossary

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General Disclosure - Energy 

The data in the table is updated within 24 hours of Canstar Blue becoming aware of a change. You can find a description of the initial sort order below the table. This is the case unless you are in Tasmania, in which case the initial table display is sorted by Solar feed-in tariff (highest to lowest), then by Price/year (lowest to highest) and then alphabetically by provider name. You can use the sort buttons at the top of each column to re-order the display. 

Please note that the Brand Satisfaction rating displayed in the table is a rating relating to customers’ overall satisfaction with the brand. It should not be confused with an individual product rating. Learn more about Electricity Brand Satisfaction ratings and for more information on how the Brand Satisfaction ratings are calculated, read the Canstar Blue Most Satisfied Customers Methodology

The results do not include all energy retailers or products in the market and may not compare all features relevant to you. Canstar Blue does not supply electricity or gas services. If you decide to apply for a particular energy product, you will deal directly with the retailer, not with Canstar Blue. Fees, charges, product information and contract terms should be confirmed directly with the relevant retailer. 

Some plans may require you to meet certain conditions before a discount may become available to you. Check the energy provider’s plan information for details of all possible discounts that may apply and any conditions that need to be met for you to be eligible for these discounts.

Check your current plan's exit fees and other termination provisions before changing providers.

Some plans may have a minimum term that is longer than one year. In that case the total cost over the term will be much higher than the estimated Price, which is for one year only. Consider the provider’s detailed product and pricing information before making a decision to take out a new plan or switch electricity providers.

Pricing Information 

The Price shown is inclusive of GST and is either:

  • the estimated lowest possible price a representative customer would be charged in one year for this plan, assuming all conditions of discounts offered (if any) have been met, based on the Australian Energy Regulator’s model annual usage in the distribution region as shown at the top of the table; or
  • if you have provided usage data from your electricity bill, the estimated annual amount payable for this plan is based on your individual circumstances.

The estimated Price is based on single rate tariffs, which may also be known as ‘peak tariffs’, ‘peak only’ or ‘anytime’ tariffs, and, if applicable, controlled load tariffs, which may also be known as ‘controlled any time’, ‘controlled load 1’ or ‘controlled load 2’.

For Tasmania only

The general usage for products displayed in the table for Tasmanian postcodes is based on the median electricity usage of customers in Tasmania. The median usages are: 2,947 kWh/year for a Single Rate tariff, and 7,428 kWh/year for a Single Rate + Controlled Load tariff. These usage assumptions are based on the latest Typical Electricity Customers in Tasmania report released by the Office of the Tasmanian Economic Regulator. If the amount of electricity you actually use differs greatly from this estimate, your bill could be significantly larger or smaller than the charges listed for each plan. This kWh/year value excludes controlled load. However, the controlled load usage is taken into account in the annual cost calculations.

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