GloBird FOUR4FREE – 4 Hours Free Every Day
GloBird FOUR4FREE – 4 Hours Free Every Day
For customers who prefer a simpler approach, GloBird also offers FOUR4FREE.
Instead of the additional battery-specific incentives available through ZeroHero, FOUR4FREE provides eligible customers with a straightforward four-hour free electricity period every day.
Important Note – Energy Plan Sign-Up
While Sapphire Solar is happy to provide general guidance on battery-friendly energy plans, we are not able to sign customers up to an energy retailer or switch your electricity account on your behalf.
If you decide to change energy providers, you will need to complete the sign-up directly with your chosen retailer. Energy plans, rates, eligibility requirements and promotional offers can change, so we always recommend checking the retailer's current terms and rates for your address before signing up.
How It Works
Core Plan Features
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$0/kWh usage charge for four hours each day.
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The indicative free period is currently 11am–3pm local time.
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GloBird advises customers to refer to their Welcome Pack for their applicable charging times.
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Free usage applies to standard circuits and excludes controlled load/dedicated circuits.
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Smart meter required.
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Standard electricity rates apply outside the free period.
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Available to eligible residential customers in VIC, NSW, QLD and SA.
How It Can Work With Your Battery
This type of plan can be particularly useful for larger batteries.
Your battery can be scheduled to charge from the grid during the free period. You can then use that stored energy later in the afternoon, evening and overnight rather than purchasing as much electricity from the grid.
Four free hours also gives you an opportunity to shift other energy-intensive activities into the middle of the day, including:
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EV charging
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Hot water heating
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Pool pumps
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Washing machines and dryers
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Dishwashers
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Heating and cooling
Who It Suits
For customers who don't necessarily want to participate in a VPP or actively manage battery exports, FOUR4FREE can provide a relatively simple battery strategy:
Charge for free → store the energy → use it later.
Eligibility & Compatible Batteries
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Eligible residential customers in VIC, NSW, QLD and SA.
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Smart meter required.
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Any battery that can be scheduled to charge from the grid during the free period can take advantage of the plan.
Plan details details last reviewed by Sapphire Solar. Always confirm current rates and terms for your address with the retailer: GloBird Energy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the free period always 11am–3pm?
11am–3pm local time is the indicative free period. GloBird advises customers to refer to their Welcome Pack for their applicable times.
Does my hot water on a controlled load count?
No. Free usage applies to standard circuits and excludes controlled load/dedicated circuits.
How is this different from ZeroHero?
FOUR4FREE is simpler: a daily four-hour free period without ZeroHero's extra battery credits, evening feed-in incentives or optional VPP. See our GloBird ZeroHero page.
How Sapphire Solar Can Help
Once your battery is installed, Sapphire Solar can provide general guidance on configuring your system around your chosen electricity plan, including charge and discharge scheduling in your battery app.
Retailers are responsible for their own plans, billing, eligibility, rates, credits and VPP programs. You will need to sign up directly with your chosen retailer.
Thinking About a Battery?
If you don't have a battery yet, or want to know whether a bigger battery would suit this plan, request a free quote or call Sapphire Solar on 1300 308 751.
