Amber SmartShift terms
| Program type | Wholesale-price battery trading |
|---|---|
| Status | Open to new customers |
| Run by | Amber Electric |
| Retailer you must be with | Amber Electric |
| Earnings | Export earnings: Wholesale price, exports are paid at the wholesale spot price, which moves every five minutes and can go negative |
| Fees | Membership: $25 a month |
| Control of your battery | SmartShift decides when to charge and export based on wholesale prices You can charge, export or preserve manually, or switch SmartShift off at any time with no penalty |
| Lock-in | No penalties for switching SmartShift off. |
| States and areas | NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, ACT Queensland availability is south-east QLD only. |
| Solar requirement | None stated on the operator's page |
Who can join
- Amber electricity customer
- A SmartShift-compatible battery (check Amber's compatibility checker for your exact model)
Eligible batteries
| Brand | Models, as Amber Electric lists them | Support |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla | Powerwall 2, Powerwall 3 | Listed |
| Sigenergy | with Sigen Sensor or Gateway | Listed |
| Neovolt | All models listed by the operator | Listed |
| 1KOMMA5° | All models listed by the operator | Listed |
| Anker | All models listed by the operator | Beta |
| Enphase | All models listed by the operator | Beta |
| FoxESS | All models listed by the operator | Beta |
| GivEnergy | All models listed by the operator | Beta |
"Beta" means Amber Electric lists that brand as beta or trial support. The full, current list is on Amber Electric's compatibility page.
See every program's list side by side in the VPP battery compatibility table.
Worth knowing
- Wholesale prices can spike to the market price cap during extreme events. That's where 'up to' export figures come from, and it isn't a typical rate.
Getting a battery that works with Amber SmartShift
The federal Cheaper Home Batteries rebate requires the battery to be VPP-capable, whether or not you join a VPP. If you want Amber SmartShift in particular, tell your installer so the battery and inverter match Amber Electric's list. Our 30-second check shows your rebate and puts you in touch with a CEC-accredited installer.
Common questions
How much does Amber SmartShift pay?
As at 28 September 2026, Amber SmartShift pays: Export earnings: Wholesale price, exports are paid at the wholesale spot price, which moves every five minutes and can go negative. It costs: Membership: $25 a month. Source: Amber Electric: SmartShift for batteries, checked 28 September 2026.
Which batteries work with Amber SmartShift?
Amber Electric lists Tesla (Powerwall 2, Powerwall 3), Sigenergy (with Sigen Sensor or Gateway), Neovolt, 1KOMMA5°, Anker as beta support, Enphase as beta support, FoxESS as beta support and GivEnergy as beta support. The full, current list is on Amber Electric's site: https://www.amber.com.au/smartshift-compatibility-checker
Is there a lock-in with Amber SmartShift?
No penalties for switching SmartShift off.
Which states is Amber SmartShift available in?
NSW, VIC, QLD, SA and ACT. Queensland availability is south-east QLD only.
Sources
Plan IDs in the AER's Consumer Data Right plan data: AMB1139004MRE1, AMB1139005MRE1, AMB1139006MRE1, AMB1139007MRE1, AMB1139008MRE1, AMB1139009MRE1.