AU EnergyApril 3, 2026 · 8 min read · Australia
Pool Pump Running Cost Australia Per Day & Variable Speed Savings
A single-speed pool pump costs A$4-6/day in Australia (A$1,500-2,200/yr). Variable speed pumps cut this to A$1-2/day. Off-peak tariffs reduce costs further.
Single speed 1.5HP: A$4.50/day at 30c/kWh running 8 hours
Single speed 1.5HP: A$4.50/day at 30c/kWh running 8 hours
Variable speed: A$1.20/day at low speed
Variable speed: A$1.20/day at low speed — 75% savings
Off-peak tariff (controlled load): further 40-50% reduction
Off-peak tariff (controlled load): further 40-50% reduction
Annual savings with VS pump: A$1,000-1,500
Annual savings with VS pump: A$1,000-1,500
Pool pump timer essential
Pool pump timer essential — never run 24/7
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