Batteries & Storage

The GoodWe ESA is a great battery for homeowners looking for an all-in-one battery solution for an affordable price tag, however, like any battery, the real question isn’t what it does on day one it’s how it holds up over time. That’s where the warranty matters. Like most syste…

For quite some time now Tesla has been one of the biggest powerhouses in the solar battery world and the Powerwall 3 has lived up to that as it has shown itself to be a reliable, well-integrated battery with many positives. However, the rigidity of the system when it comes to e…

The Definitive Australian Guide to Battery Location Rules, AS/NZS 5139 Compliance, and Smart Placement Battery installations across Australia are booming. With electricity prices rising and rebates making storage more accessible, more homeowners than ever are adding batte…

If you’re looking at an Alpha ESS battery, chances are the specs look fine, the price seems reasonable, and the installer sounds confident. However, there’s usually one concern sitting in the background: what happens if something goes wrong five or eight years down the track…

You’ve probably heard the news by now: The Tesla Powerwall 3 is now compatible with the Powerwall 2. For many existing Powerwall owners in Australia, that’s a welcome update. If you already have a Powerwall 2, it finally gives you a way to expand your storage without replaci…

Solar batteries are becoming more common in NSW as rebates expand, electricity prices rise, and battery technology improves. With more households moving faster on battery decisions—especially following changes to the Cheaper Home Batteries Program—questions about insurance are…

For the past year and a half, the Sigenergy SigenStor has largely set the benchmark for all-in-one home energy systems. With its modular design, integrated inverter, EV charging capability and smart energy ecosystem, it quickly became one of the most talked-about battery platfo…

For many Tesla Powerwall 2 owners, the frustration of expanding their battery system may soon be over. Tesla has confirmed that Powerwall 3 will soon be compatible with Powerwall 2, with Australia chosen as the first country globally to receive the rollout. Since Powerwal…

Buying a solar battery in 2026 can be overwhelming With the federal battery rebate in full swing and electricity prices climbing, interest in home batteries has never been higher. But while the ads make it sound simple — “grab your rebate and start saving” — the reality is a…

You’re comparing solar batteries and everything sounds promising. Good warranty, solid capacity, strong brand name. But then your installer mentions something about an “IP rating” — and suddenly, you’re nodding politely while secretly thinking: What’s that? IP ratings are of…

On 13 December 2025, the Australian Government announced major adjustments to the Cheaper Home Battery Program (CHBP) — a national subsidy designed to make battery storage more accessible for Australian households and small businesses. Following unexpectedly high demand and…

You’ve done your research. You’ve compared brands, watched reviews, maybe even spoken to an installer. And yet — you’re still unsure which solar battery is right for your home. Should you go with a big name like Tesla? Is a modular system better if your energy use might grow? W…