What are the best solar battery storage brands of 2024?

Our solar experts chose Enphase, Tesla, Canadian Solar, Panasonic, and Qcells as the best solar battery storage brands of 2024. We rate batteries by reviewing storage capacity, power output, safety considerations, system design and usability, warranty, company financial performance, U.S. investment, price, and industry opinion.

What is the Energy Storage System Buyer's Guide?

The Energy Storage System Buyer's Guide is a snapshot of the staple systems from leading brands and intriguing entries from new combatants in the energy storage industry. It covers residential systems first and then a few C&I and microgrid controller options. For more information on the batteries that can pair with these systems, check out our Battery Showcase.

Why should you invest in solar battery storage?

Investing in solar battery storage offers numerous benefits, from reducing energy bills to increasing energy independence. Solar batteries have greatly improved in recent years, becoming more efficient and durable while providing a cost-effective solution to maximise the energy efficiency of your solar panel system.

Is solar equipment a good choice?

Equipment earning a Good rating is a safe and solid choice for your solar energy system under most circumstances. This equipment is in the average range for most or all technical criteria analyzed, though it may offer a shorter-than-average warranty.

Are energy storage systems the peanut butter to distributed solar?

An energy storage system is often considered the complement to distributed solar, as the market is overflowing with energy storage systems and batteries vying to be its peanut butter. Plus, there's an emerging area of smart electric panels and load management tools.

What is the most efficient solar storage battery?

With an efficiency of more than 96 per cent, the Generac PWRcell is our pick for the most efficient solar storage battery. Unlike typical battery boxes, the PWRcell stores energy using a battery cabinet that can house up to six lithium-ion battery modules.