Honest comparisons
Home battery reviews
In-depth reviews are coming in Phase 1. Each review will be scored on a 10-point rubric covering real-world capacity, backup performance, software, warranty, and value.
We review systems we would recommend against too. See our methodology for how ratings will work.
Preview scoresPreliminary
These are early-stage comparative scores. Full scored reviews with sourced testing data will replace these when Phase 1 launches.
8.6/10
Tesla Powerwall 3
Most power per dollar if you don't need to expand much.
8.4/10
FranklinWH aPower 2
The smart panel does load management the others can't.
8.0/10
Enphase IQ 5P
Modular and safe, but pricey per usable kWh.
Coming in Phase 1
Full scored reviews for the Tesla Powerwall 3, FranklinWH aPower 2, Enphase IQ 5P, Sungrow SBR, and more. Each review will include a sourced 10-point score, a breakdown of real-world testing data, and a clear verdict on who should (and should not) buy it.