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Solar Battery Group

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Solar Battery Group
4.4

1,538 reviews

Positive vs Negative
88%12%
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Average Purchase Price$10,531.10
Warranty Claim MadeYes · No
Customer Service
4.4
Timeliness
4.4
Job Satisfaction ?
4.6
Rates and Fees
4.3
Installation ?
4.6
Value for Money
4.3

 AI reviews summary 

Feedback for Solar Battery Group is polarised, characterised by high praise for the initial installation and severe criticism regarding after-sales support and refund processes. While many users report a seamless setup and immediate power savings, a significant segment of customers highlights a complete breakdown in communication once payments are finalised.

Pros
Efficient Installation: Tradespeople are frequently described as punctual, professional, and tidy, often completing battery setups within a few hours.
Professional Sales Process: The initial inquiry and quoting stages are generally praised for being informative, non-pushy, and helpful in determining system requirements.
Significant Bill Reduction: Multiple users report substantial drops in grid electricity costs, with some achieving near-total self-sufficiency shortly after activation.
Knowledgeable Technicians: On-site installers are often commended for their technical expertise and ability to explain the physical system and monitoring apps clearly.
Cons
Abysmal After-Sales Support: There are recurring reports of unanswered emails, ignored callback requests, and hours spent on hold without reaching a human operator once a fault occurs.
Refund Delays: Customers consistently flag extreme difficulty in recovering deposits after cancellations, with some waiting over four weeks or requiring intervention from Fair Trading.
Warranty and Repair Failures: Multiple reviewers highlight non-functional systems left idle for months due to a lack of available technicians or replacement parts for warranty claims.
Hidden or Escalating Costs: Several users noted price increases after initial deposits were paid, citing "site visits" or "cabling requirements" that were not disclosed in the original marketing or quotes.
Verdict

Solar Battery Group is a viable option for consumers seeking a fast, professional installation and competitive upfront pricing for solar storage. However, potential buyers should be aware of significant risks regarding post-purchase support and the difficulty of obtaining refunds or warranty repairs. If the system works as intended, satisfaction is high, but any technical issue may lead to prolonged periods of no communication and a non-functional battery.

1,538 reviews
5 Paul B.  · The solar battery installation was carried out very efficiently and courteously the team were very informative. I was very impressed.
5 Bernadette Woodman  · Installer was polite answered any questions I had I am happy with the new battery
5 Michael M  · Great company to deal with Easy installation process Excellent follow up service Michael M order 327455
5 Trevor  · Excellent Customer service -Before, during and after installation. No problems at all. Gladly recommend Solar Battery Group.
5 Fiona L.  · On time, did everything they said they would. System works very well.
4 Tony A.  · Very good experience. Only minor issues with process and communications.
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Russell G.
Russell G.NSW
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The sales staff were knowledgeable and eager to insure I was fully across what the install process and costings included. The installer was a professional and well mannered man that I was comfortable to have in my home. I’m now paying only 1/6 of my previous energy bills and it’s only going to get better in summer. Russell G. Show details

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Rodney
Rodney
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I'm happy with the Solar Battery Group and the deal I got from the company. I wanted a good Solar Battery , Speaking with the service team helped me get exactly what I was looking for. and the service tech's that come to my house where prompt and efficient an explained what to do in an emergency and clean up after them, and call to check up on how things went and they offer a special deal with Origin Energy (R.A.#328669) Show details

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Nomes
NomesVIC2 posts
  Fair Incentive Verified

They say not to trust companies that advertise by letterbox drops, but after a bit of online research I realised that the offer from for Solar Battery Group was one not to be missed. My order #329590 was so smooth, and they answered all the questions that the online forums said to check on. The process was smooth with great communication, even… Read more

leaving me enough time to investigate to make sure I was making an informed decision. I now have a great battery, that allows me to store the free energy throughout the day to use when I need it - I even splurged for the blackout protection, so I know my freezer won't thaw out in power outages! Would definitely recommend them for sure - Naomi D

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John Rowe .
John Rowe .VIC4 posts
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I can highly recommend the service provided by The Solar Battery Group who did a great job installing the AlphaESS 15kw battery which has been storing power from the solar panels and importing power as required to meet the home power load. Show details

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danny.vella94
danny.vella94NSW6 posts
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Very happy with installation and quality of solar batteries installed! Show details

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Garry H
Garry HWA
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Clear communication throughout the whole process and seamless and neat installation. A feature of the pre , installation and post install was the easy access to key personnel who communicated with each other for our benefit. Show details

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aruna.gillkum
aruna.gillkumACT
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My experience dealing with Solar Battery group was excellent as the installation since I signed up with them was very smooth. I was clarified about questions regarding the size and offered discount as well. The installers did an excellent job and patiently answered all my questions. I would recommend Solar Battery Group for their professionalism and competitive prices. Show details

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Udo
UdoQLD9 posts
  Fair Incentive Verified

Excellent service and solar battery product, from initial contact through to 3 months later. I really appreciated that they didn't try to sell me a new solar panel system as I just wanted a solar battery to compliment our already operational solar panel system. We have already saved so much and the app that comes with the AlphaEss battery is super… Read more

easy to use - it gets a bit addictive to be honest! We went with Amber Electricity so we could control what prices we were paying for electricity and when we could sell energy too. Feels great to have that kind of transparency over your energy usage and bills!

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Doodahdave K.
Doodahdave K.WA
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A wise person once said that the secret of life is planting a tree that you will never live to eat the fruit from. That’s how at my age (1956 was a vintage year) I feel about my solar battery system, professionally installed by Solar Battery Group Feb 2026. My Goanna Batteries were replaced with a 40kw capacity and I decided to go for broke and… Read more

include a battery backup system which has now been tried twice while Western Power ‘blacked’ us for 2 separate days whilst replacing poles in our area. 1x power and 1x light circuit flawlessly kicked in so lights & internet & telly, music were still available. The only issue is that it seems that the power inverter is powered only from the grid so no battery charging occurred during the blackout. (I still need to make enquiries in regard to this issue) Very competent and friendly technicians made a the removal of the old batteries & installation seem easy. Most helpful to answer the many questions I had for them. The only hiccup was the fact that the toggle need to connect the system to the internet was not presently available so there was a delay whilst waiting for the component to arrive. On the topic of support, I did try and contact Solar Group on a few occasions to find out when I could expect the component to arrive and found that I always seemed to get a ‘busy’ notification. To their credit though, I always received a call back to answer my enquiries. Performance?? Installed at the end of Summer (no clouds in sight) so batteries quickly charged to 100 % with self-sufficiency in the very high 90’s … Now June and Winter is setting in. Batteries with a break in the weather are presently getting up to the mid 30’s and back to the 20’s in the morning. Presently. depending mostly from the grid. Not until the system runs for a year or so can I fully assess the benefits over whole seasons of weather. We will see?? but overall the system seems robust and user friendly. I hope this helps. Kind regards all. Sincerely, David H (Gooseberryhill WA) #321598

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Bruno Ranieri
Bruno RanieriSA
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Solar battery group provided a great product a 40kw battery system Ambrion Batteries the installers were professional and understanding Show details

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Justin B.
Justin B.
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Hi, I recently had my batteries installed by Solar Bank Group, the installer is a great job. They cleaned up after themselves and I would recommend using their products. Show details

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Statsey from Melbourne
Statsey from Melbourne3 posts
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SBG’s process from ordering to installation was smooth. The installation team of Adrian, Willow and Zac, were great to deal with. Everything looks to have gone well. The inspection to confirm it’s safe to switch the battery on can’t come soon enough. Peter East Hawthorn Show details

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Michael S.
Michael S.QLD2 posts
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We purchased a 15Kwh battery from SBG. I am a retired Electrican so I was looking for a good product that was installed correctly. I wasn’t disappointed, SBG was very professional from the start, I have recommended them to my friends. We are very pleased with the system and the app to monitor the system is very good. Well done SBG, 317241 Show details

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Steve Selig
Steve SeligVIC2 posts
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I have been a long-term customer of Solar Battery Group. For the most part I have had very good pre-and post sales advice and support. I will continue to use the company for further upgrades to my system. Show details

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Bronwyn Lott
Bronwyn Lott
  Fair Incentive Verified

We are very happy with our updated battery. The installation went seamlessly and the installers were polite and efficient. Thank you. BL Show details

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Peter F.
Peter F.
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Pre installation comms was professional and helpful . Batteries and installed promptly and efficiently, even accommodating some cabling changes to allow stacking ( and avoiding having to install an extra safety bollard in my garage ) . Batteries have worked flawlessly and the activation of blackout circuit switching was fuss free and at a… Read more

reasonable cost . Installers were friendly , professional and knowledgeable. Answered my questions willingly and left the area clean and tidy . The 20kwh stack looks smicko . Our power bill is now generally less than the std connection charge and we charge our car 100% from the system , mostly during daylight but house batteries let us charge overnight if needed ( trickle charging ). Only issue has been not being informed of the bottom 20% not being available fir battery discharge. Though this can be adjusted if requested I believe

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Paul S.
Paul S.WA
  Fair Incentive Verified

SBG have been informative and helpful to deal with their install was prompt and the install team offered helpful advice and consultation throughout the installation. We are very happy with the result Show details

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Norbert M.
Norbert M.NSW
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I couldn’t be happier with the solar battery installation at my house in Sydney! From the very first phone call, Solar Battery Group made the whole process smooth and stress-free. The team arrived right on time on the day it was raining like hell. I offered to rescedule but all three installerd replied that the will do their best to keep going and… Read more

I must admit they did a great job., were incredibly professional, and explained everything clearly — including how the battery would work with my existing solar panels and how I could monitor it on my phone. They kept the site spotless, worked efficiently, and even took the time to show me a few extra tips for getting the most out of the system. Since the battery was installed, my energy bills have dropped significantly, and I love knowing I’ve got backup power during storms or peak times. The quality of workmanship is outstanding, and the customer service has been top-notch from start to finish. I highly recommend Solar Battery Group to anyone thinking about adding battery storage. They’re honest, reliable, and genuinely care about their customers. Thank you for making the switch to energy independence so easy! — Norbert, Sydney NSW

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Wayne
WayneWA
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Excellent communication always got back to me the same day with any questions. On installation day the installer rang me 30 mins before arrival and did a neat and tidy job Show details

 Follow-up  · The installation team were very good always kept me informed what was going on.The Ambrion battery was recommended and the reviews were good on it .The only problem is the 10kv battery was not big enough I asked the question will this cover most of our bill and they said yes it will but we still get $500-600 we should have installed a 20 or 30 kva… Read more

Russell P.
Russell P.VIC3 posts
 

Rang SBG after receiving flyer through mail, everything started well paid my deposit, did the photos asked a couple of questions which were answered in the positive. Including can battery be installed away from the house. Paid my extra money before… Read more

installation, installer came out and told me battery has to be near a stucture ie house. Installer seemed to know what he was talking about, so i let it go. Rang SBG to see were we go from here, not even asking for money back as yet. Had communcation with them, then all of a sudden this has stopped, left plenty of phone call requests, e-mails not answered as well. I'm hoping i receive my money back in full. A phone call or e-mail would be great so i know what is happening. If this doesn't happen soon i will be taking this matter to a higher authority.

 Follow-up  · After a couple of phone calls from SBG got my refund sorted. Really appreciate going through this product review platform, they do seem to respond quite quickly when you post on here.

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Solar Battery Customer
Solar Battery CustomerQLD2 posts
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I would not recommend or use this company ever again. I have just spent the last 4 months with no power to over half the points in my house due to a faulty battery inverter and it took SBG that long to fix the problem which was still under… Read more

warranty. When they finally replaced the unit, it took all of 30 minutes to resolve.

If you try to call them, you will not get through, instead you can organise a call back and they may or may not even call back. The number of hours I had to spend on hold with SBG is crazy. Even then I would often get hung up on at the end.

4 times they organised to come and fix the problem. We set a date and time for me to be home, then they did not even show up. 3 times without so much as a notification. It is then left up to me to initiate the process all over again where I seemed to be placed at the back of the queue again.

I am not sure, but I feel like they do not have their own technicians. When pressed for a date in which they could come and fix the problem, this process sometimes took them a week or more, just to give me a suitable date weeks in the future.

The battery itself is good and I am happy I have a solar battery. Totally recommend batteries.

If I had to go through the process again, I would look for an alternative to SBG. Perhaps a local electrician with a solar ticket. I am grateful they fixed it in the end. Mostly because I have working power points again, I have a solar battery again but also because I am so glad I do not have to keep dealing with this company and trying to make contact.

I lodged a formal complaint with them and they just ignored it. In the end I had to go through fair trading who wrote to them. They responded to fair trade saying they would be here on a set date. They did not show up. I was desperate and even looking into taking legal action but they did show for the next appointment. (3 weeks later)

I think any of the 5 star reviews on here have never had a problem with their battery. Just look for a 5 star review of someone who had to have it fixed under warranty. Understandably hardware will fail but fixing it does not seem to be a high priority for SBG.

 Follow-up  · Following up: The battery has been working fine since the fix. Its been just over a month now. I have not had contact with SBG and the fix was outsourced to technician which took around 30-45 mins to replace the faulty unit.

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In-depth reviews

Angie M.
Angie M.2 posts
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It's a love hate with solar battery. Price was amazing $7k for 40kw/h, but they gave us an older model that doesn't stack, so it takes u heaps of room. not really a problem... but we dont have much space on the only wall that they could install it. Took months to get a hold of anyone to finalise the install after paying a deposit. to be fair it… Read more

was only because they were trying to get hold of stock, but they didn't tell us this and we thought we had been scammed as their phone lines ring out.

Took ages to fix an initial fault which stopped one whole stack of batteries working, they it did online really quickly after about a month. There is no handover or explanation about the app, you have to set the best most efficient hours, and we were sill getting full bills for the first 4 months no matter what we tried. We had to use chat GTP twice to get it working properly... we're still unsure!!

Would i go with them again? Yes. Because the price was everything for us, and getting it within the Gov rebate time period. We've had a couple of follow up calls from them which is good... one yesterday, but we've just connected a new modem and can't connect it to the app to check the stats when he called... a cluster f***, but we'll work out the back end eventually!

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Marty
MartyNSW2 posts
  Fair Incentive Verified

​⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptional Upgrade – Total Game Changer! ​I recently had Solar Battery Group install a 26kWh battery to complement my existing solar setup, and the results have been phenomenal. ​Before the battery, I was exporting so much power back to the grid for pennies. Now, I'm actually keeping and using the energy my panels produce. During the… Read more

summer months, my self-sufficiency jumped to almost 90%. ​What stood out to me: ​Sizing Expertise: They listened to my needs and recommended the 26kWh capacity, which turned out to be the absolute sweet spot for my household's energy consumption. ​Flawless Integration: Retrofitting a massive battery onto an existing system can sometimes be tricky, but their installation team handled it seamlessly. ​The Savings: Watching my reliance on the grid drop to nearly zero during peak sun months has been incredibly satisfying (and amazing for my wallet). ​If you already have solar and are on the fence about adding storage, I can't recommend Solar Battery Group enough. Professional, efficient, and they deliver exactly what they promise.

Ian
Ian
  Verified

I recently had a solar battery installed through Solar Battery Group, and the experience was excellent from start to finish. The team were knowledgeable, transparent, and took the time to explain the system in plain language. I was able to tailor a fantastic setup that included an expansion to my existing solar installation along with ample… Read more

battery storage.When it came to installation, the process was smooth and right on schedule. The crew were respectful of the property, and when an issue arose with solar conversion, they prioritised the troubleshooting immediately. They liaised with me directly throughout the process and didn’t leave until the system was fully functional and performing as expected.The battery has delivered exactly what was promised, with noticeable reductions in grid usage. Overall, Solar Battery Group proved to be a reliable company that genuinely delivers on its commitments. If you’re considering solar storage, I’d confidently recommend them. Ian – Order 292435

Recent reviews

Daniel K.
Daniel K.
  Fair Incentive Verified

Highly impressed with the service provided by Solar Battery Group. From the initial consultation to the final installation, everything ran smoothly and professionally. The team arrived on time, answered all my questions, and kept the site clean and safe throughout the process. ​The new solar battery system is working perfectly, and the setup was… Read more

completely hassle-free. Exceptional communication and top-tier workmanship!

​I highly recommend them to anyone looking to upgrade their home energy setup.

Andrew
AndrewNSW2 posts
  Verified

Huge shoutout to the team for installing my solar battery (Order #329654)! They did an amazing job with the setup and walked me through exactly how the system works. After making a minor tweak to my routine, I’m now receiving credits on my power bills instead of paying out of pocket. Top-tier service and real results—10/10 recommend! Show details

Dean J S.
Dean J S.NSW2 posts
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Couldn’t be happier with the service from Solar Battery Group. Benjamin and the team were professional and clearly knew their product inside out. Every step from the initial phone enquiry through quoting, design and installation was handled without a hitch. The installers were tidy, professional and left the site spotless, keeping me informed… Read more

on safety standards throughout. Since going live, the app has been simple to use and the battery works seamlessly with our existing solar panels and EV charger.

Thanks to the whole team genuinely happy with the system. Dean S

Order #327569 – Alpha ESS SMILE-B3-PLUS installation

lerajm
lerajm11 posts
 

Order Reference 275741 This review is directly intended for the Executive Level at solar battery group It is now over one month since I first contacted this company for support under my warranty. There has been a continuous lack of action in giving this issue your focus. Your customer service, while polite, is completely ineffective. It will not… Read more

progress unless a person in authority takes this matter up

I am seeking the following actions: Technician to visit my property and assess the damage/fault Recommendation or replacement of existing battery Agreed Damages

I am requesting a reply close to business today, and a direct contact to the person who will manage this case.

lerajm
lerajm   

Impossible to get this resolved under warranty. Keep getting run around in circles

Andre O
Andre O
  Fair Incentive Verified

The product is working effectively, reducing some costs to my bills. Installations of the product was efficient and completed on time. Very pleased with the brand installed and the technicians were able to give proper advice at completion. Show details

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