Generators

Generators in Australia

Updated 4 November 2026

A generator in Australia costs about A$330 to A$350 for a small 1 to 2 kW inverter, A$550 to A$1,200 for a 3 to 4.5 kW model and A$1,600 to A$2,300 for a large petrol unit. For a current price in your city, describe the power you need in a request on BlaBlaPrice.

Standards and what to check

Transportable generators should comply with Australian Standard AS 2790, and you can look for compliance on the label or the spec sheet before you buy. A generator connected to a home's wiring should be installed to AS/NZS 3010, which covers safe installation and use, so ask any electrician you hire about it.

Warranties vary. Premium brands such as Yamaha and Advanced Power are often listed with 3 to 4 years, while other brands offer less. Under the Australian Consumer Law, the guarantees that come with goods cannot be excluded, so you can claim a replacement or refund for a major failure.

Season and when you need it

Summer runs from December to February, when heat and power demand are highest, and winter runs from June to August. Buying in November gives you time to test the generator before the hot months, and to check the starter type and fuel with the seller. It also helps if you plan camping trips or outdoor work.

Delivery and how generators are quoted

Generators are heavy, so ask whether delivery to your city is to the door or to a depot, and whether the price includes GST. Power is quoted in kW or kVA, and listings show both rated and peak power, so ask which one a seller means. Most Australian homes run on 230 V single-phase power, so say whether you need single-phase or three-phase output.

What to put in your request

Include the power you need in watts or kW, the fuel type, whether you want an inverter or a standard unit, whether an electric starter matters, and whether you want new or used. Add your budget in A$ and the city for delivery, and ask the seller to say what outlets and warranty the unit comes with.

Describe what you need in your own words in a chat on BlaBlaPrice and add a photo if you have one. The AI asks for anything missing, then looks through sellers' websites and price lists in Australia and shows the prices and businesses it finds. Sellers registered on BlaBlaPrice receive your request and reply in the chat with their price, terms and delivery. Your contact details stay hidden until you choose to exchange them. Start a request on BlaBlaPrice, or browse backup power for related items.