Motorised Curtains Cost in Australia (2026 Price Guide)

Short answer: In Australia, motorised curtains cost from about AU$149 per curtain for a clip-on robot that motorises the track you already have, around AU$360 to AU$480 for a smart motor with a new cut-to-length track, and AU$268 for the BCM400D Matter over Thread motor on its own. Professional installation typically adds AU$200 to AU$500 per window, and a mains-powered motor may also need an electrician to add a power point. Fabric is extra and depends on the window size and the fabric you choose.

This guide breaks down where the money goes, using current Arklyfe prices for curtain motors and tracks, so you can budget before you get a quote. Prices are in Australian dollars and were checked in September 2026.

Motorised sheer curtains in a double-height living area, Rochester Residence, Balwyn, Melbourne
Motorised sheer curtains installed by Arklyfe in a double-height void at the Rochester Residence, Balwyn.

Motorised curtain cost at a glance

Option	Typical price (hardware)	Best for
Clip-on curtain robot (keeps your existing track)	From AU$149 per unit	Renters, trying one room first, no drilling or wiring
Battery motor with new cut-to-length track	AU$369 (2 m) to AU$479 (7 m)	Existing homes and apartments with no power near the window
Mains-powered motor with new cut-to-length track	AU$359 (2 m) to AU$469 (7 m)	Curtains used every day, heavy blockout fabric, renovations
Matter over Thread curtain motor (track separate)	AU$268 per motor	Compatible Matter smart-home setups; check the controller, Thread border router and supported functions
Installation by a professional	About AU$200 to AU$500 per window*	Anyone who wants the track fitted, levelled and calibrated properly
Electrician to add a power point for a mains motor	About AU$150 to AU$300 to install a power point in Melbourne**	Mains-powered motors where there is no outlet near the track

*Installation range from the ServiceTasker curtain and blind installation cost guide. Hardware prices are current Arklyfe prices; see each product page for today's price. **Power point range from Home Upkeep's Melbourne electrician cost guide.

Once you have a budget, use our curtain motor buying checklist to confirm the track, power, controls and included parts before ordering.

What you are actually paying for

A motorised curtain has four cost parts. Knowing them makes quotes easier to compare.

The motor. This is the part that moves the curtain and connects to your app, remote or smart home. Battery and mains motors cost about the same; smart-home protocol and pulling power are what push the price up.
The track. Motorised curtains need a track the motor can drive. Arklyfe's 87E kits include a track you can cut or splice to length on site, so the price rises only modestly from a 2 m to a 7 m opening.
Power. A battery motor needs nothing more. A mains motor needs a power point near the head of the track, which may mean an electrician visit if the room was not wired for it.
The curtain itself. Sheer, blockout or a double track with both. Fabric is priced by width, drop, fabric and lining, so it is quoted per window.

Battery or mains-powered: which costs less over time?

Up front, the two cost almost the same. The 87E battery kit is AU$10 more than the mains kit at every track length. The real difference is running and installation cost.

Battery motors avoid electrical work, so they are usually cheaper to install in an existing home. The trade-off is recharging: most people recharge every 3 to 6 months, depending on how often the curtain runs.
Mains-powered motors never need recharging and keep full pulling power for years, which suits heavy blockout drapes and curtains that open and close several times a day. If there is no power point near the track, budget for an electrician.

A simple rule: for a renovation or new build where walls and ceilings are open, run power to every curtain head and choose mains motors. For a finished home, battery motors avoid patching and painting.

Does a smart home protocol change the price?

Yes. Motors that talk to one brand's app are the cheapest. A motor that speaks Matter over Thread costs more, but it works natively with Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa and Samsung SmartThings, so your curtains can join supported scenes with your lights and sensors when a compatible Matter controller and Thread border router are in place. One supported device may provide both roles. Arklyfe's BCM400D Matter over Thread motor is AU$268 and is rated for curtain loads of 50 to 80 kg, which covers full-height blockout and sheer-plus-blockout double tracks.

In a wired KNX home, curtains are usually hardwired and controlled from the same keypads as the lights. That is normally priced as part of the whole KNX project rather than per window.

Example budgets

These examples use current Arklyfe hardware prices plus the typical installation range above. They are for budgeting only; a measured quote will be more precise.

Scenario	Hardware	Installation (typical)	Indicative total before fabric
Renter, one bedroom curtain on an existing track	86 Curtain Robot, AU$149	DIY, clips on	About AU$149
One 3 m living-room window, no power nearby	87E battery kit with 3 m track, AU$379	AU$200 to AU$500	About AU$580 to AU$880
Three bedrooms plus living room in a renovation, mains power run during the works	4 x 87E mains kits (3 m to 4 m), about AU$1,500	About AU$800 to AU$2,000, plus electrical work	About AU$2,300 to AU$3,500

What makes a quote go up

Very wide or tall openings and double-height voids, which need stronger motors and careful track fixing.
Heavy fabric or double tracks (sheer plus blockout), which may need two motors or a higher-torque motor.
Curved, bay or corner windows, which need bent or joined track.
Ceiling recesses and pelmets that limit motor height. Compact motors help here.
Integration with Apple Home, Google Home, KNX keypads or scenes with lights and climate.

For example, Arklyfe's Rochester Residence project in Balwyn needed a custom solution for large sheer curtains in a double-height void, and the Tannock Residence in Balwyn North has 40 motorised curtain tracks controlled from 48 smart panels.

How to get an accurate price in Melbourne

The only way to get a firm number is to measure the windows and agree on the fabric, track and motor. In Melbourne, Arklyfe's team offers a free consultation, measures on site, and supplies fabric, sheers, blinds, tracks and motors as one package, with installation and setup. Mains-wired work is carried out by licensed electricians.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to motorise existing curtains?

If your current track is in good condition, a clip-on curtain robot from about AU$149 per unit motorises it without replacing the track or adding wiring. If the track is old or the curtains are heavy, replacing it with a motorised track kit from about AU$360 to AU$480 is more reliable.

Are battery motorised curtains worth it?

Yes, for existing homes and apartments where there is no power near the window. They cost about the same as mains motors, avoid electrical work, and typically need recharging every 3 to 6 months.

Do I need an electrician for motorised curtains?

Only for mains-powered motors that need a new power point or hardwiring. In Australia, fixed electrical work must be done by a licensed electrician. Battery motors and clip-on robots do not need an electrician.

Can motorised curtains work with Apple Home or Google Home?

Yes, if you choose a compatible motor. A Matter over Thread motor such as the BCM400D works natively with Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa and Samsung SmartThings. See our guide to setting up Apple Home with Matter over Thread.

How long does installation take?

A typical room takes one to two hours once the track and fabric are ready. Made-to-measure curtains add production time, so allow for that in your schedule.

Are motorised curtains more expensive than motorised blinds?

Usually, yes. A roller blind uses a tubular motor inside the blind (Arklyfe's is AU$159), while a curtain needs a motor and a track (about AU$360 or more). Curtains also add fabric costs, but they give a softer finish and can combine sheer and blockout layers on a double track.

How Much Do Motorised Curtains Cost in Australia? (2026 Price Guide)