Star Charge vBox battery rebate
5 of 5 models are on the approved list. Rebates below assume installation in May–Dec 2026 at $38 per STC. The earliest listing expiry is 31 December 2027.
Models and rebates
| Model | Usable | Nominal | Listing | Rebate now | From Jan–Jun 2027 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vBox-7 | 6.2 kWh | 6.9 kWh | Approved until 31 December 2027 | $1,596 | $1,330 | Rebate · How long it lasts |
| vBox-10 | 9.3 kWh | 10.3 kWh | Approved until 31 December 2027 | $2,394 | $2,014 | Rebate · How long it lasts |
| vBox-14 | 12.4 kWh | 13.8 kWh | Approved until 31 December 2027 | $3,192 | $2,660 | Rebate · How long it lasts |
| vBox-17 | 15.6 kWh | 17.2 kWh | Approved until 31 December 2027 | $3,838 | $3,230 | Rebate · How long it lasts |
| vBox-20 | 18.6 kWh | 20.7 kWh | Approved until 31 December 2027 | $4,294 | $3,610 | Rebate · How long it lasts |
Source: CEC approved batteries list via the Clean Energy Regulator. Always check the exact model number on your quote.
vBox-14: rebate by install date
Questions
Is the Star Charge vBox eligible for the federal battery rebate?
Yes. 5 of the 5 Star Charge vBox models are on the Clean Energy Council approved batteries list as at 9 November 2026. The exact model number on your quote must match one on the list on your installation date.
How much is the rebate on a Star Charge vBox?
For the vBox-14 (12.4 kWh usable), about $3,192 if installed in May–Dec 2026, at $38 per STC. The table above shows every model.
What happens on 1 January 2027?
The STC factor drops from 6.8 to 5.7. The same vBox-14 would get about $2,660, $532 less. The date that counts is when it's installed and commissioned.