Top 5 Best Solar Batteries in 2024

In this video, I go over the Top 5 Best Solar Batteries in 2024. Picking the best battery to purchase for a solar install can be confusing, so in this video I broke down all you should know when picking a battery, and which one would be best for you and your home.

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0:00 - Intro
0:09 - Canadian Solar EP Cube
2:04 - Criteria for Ranking
2:47 - SolarEdge EnergyBank
4:36 - Tesla Powerwall 3
7:51 - Enphase 5P
11:20 - Franklin Wh Battery

[Timothy-McNulty]

For my 2024 Solar Battery installation I went with a brand not listed, and way cheaper for given performance, 4x EG4-LifePower4 Lithium Battery racks at 4x 30.72kWh per rack totaling 122.88kWh with 25kw solar panels and two Sol-Ark 15k inverters. My installer had quoted Enphase and SolarEdge for similar total kWh systems and Sol-Ark/EG4 was way cheaper than any of the competition. Installation was a breeze, I now have my dream solar system and am glad I chose Sol-Ark/EG4. If you think any of the 5 competitor battery systems described here would have been a more cost effective choice, please, let me know your thoughts.

[NadoJoe]

Looking good buddy I swear it’s been a while since I’ve watched your videos and you look all grown up now. I don’t know how old you were in those other videos on the other account but good for you and I appreciate these videos. They are very informative.

[igneousc]

i realize DIY isnt for most people but over $1k per kwh is a crime in 2024

[tjsage]

You should test a Generac PWRcell device with a PWRcell Inverter and PWRcell battery pack. I have a maxed battery pack 18 kWh and two sets of solar panels to do what is called a 'clean backup' everyday to charge and store solar power everyday. At 3pm everyday I go on 'Self Supply' mode and use Solar+strored' power when the TOU rates go up dramatically. Since my system was installed, I have basically stopped buying electricity from the grid. Generac has been in the power business for decades

[blazetownsend]

While I am late to the party, the EP Cube does have a DIY option where you can go through a training to set it up yourself like a contractor would. Though the EP cube does have a range, which is 10 KW to 20KW and ranges from 3 battery modules and 6 per stack. The battery units top is the PV and battery inverter. You can have multiple stacks to increase PV power, battery capacity, and power output.

[News-bu]

Can you gave us a check list of what is important or must have, when we look for a new solar with and w/o battery backup? Thank you.

[DannyRobinsonspinway]

Would have been great to compare EG4 batteries too. Paired with new gridboss that they showcased at RE+

[GenXBiker]

I wish you had included the Anker Solarix X1

[stephen]

Well done. Very understandable explanation. Thanks.

[jeroenachten]

My HV battery cost me 262 euro /kwh in Belgium. Pylontech H2, very happy with this system. It’s smart controlled through an energy management system, it’s selling the stored energy in the morning or evening as you get far higher injection rates then.

[sblock]

My basement, DIY 16 Eve 304AH cells for 48 volt backup battery coupled with Victron system. 15.5 Kwh for $1600...these 5 listed prices are outrageous! And before you say it's not for everyone I never built a solar battery before. Youtube and trial and error...

[valentinahoyos]

Can you make a video that also includes your assessment of the Anker Solix X1 and the ecoflow delta pro ultra as alternatives?

[bobr]

I looked into the Franklin and was quoted 25K before they even looked at anything. Need a good installer in NY for enphase.

[tdlin]

Checked with Sol-Ark's battery partener list, none of your batteries is in the list. Did I miss something?

[snoproperties]

Good video. Do you have an opinion on the Ecoflow Delta Pro Ultra and Smart Home panel vs a grid tied system?

[angelfebus]

Do a video comparing Ethos To Tesla Powerwall 3.

[SithLordAdg]

How come you didn’t add Anker solix X1? They warrant mention

[martyriker]

Where is Bluetti? EP900+B500 batteries. Is anyone installing these? They are more DIY. I've been looking for ATS install instructions if I need more than the 1 tower 19kWhrs.

[skrudzasss]

Where is the price in "criteria for ranking"?

[kerrygwebster]

What about the Anker Solix and Ecoflow Delta? Any comments on these two?