AlphaESS
SMILE-G3
97/100 guide matchHas a lower representative installed allowance
Watch: Overlapping SMILE and SMILE-G3 names make exact battery and inverter codes essential.
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Home battery price per usable kWh in Australia
Price per usable kWh is a helpful quote-checking yardstick, but it does not measure inverter power, backup quality, warranty scope or compatibility.
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- Patryk Lazarz (TechManPat)
Quick recommendations
The shortlist.
Ranked from the current catalogue using this guide's rules.
SolarEdge
Home Battery 400V
97/100 guide matchHas a lower representative installed allowance
Watch: It is strongly dependent on the SolarEdge ecosystem and compatible Home Hub hardware.
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Sungrow
SBR096–256
97/100 guide matchHas a lower representative installed allowance
Watch: Some inverter pairings may still require a larger minimum stack than the 6.4 kWh approved family entry.
View product →Things to consider
What to check before buying.
01Normalise the capacity
Compare systems at similar usable capacity rather than mixing a starter stack with a large installation.
02Include required hardware
Gateways, meters and inverters can materially change the real installed cost.
03Keep quality factors visible
Service, phase support, output and warranty conditions can justify a higher price per kWh.
Product comparison
Compare the guide-qualified products.
The match score measures fit against this guide's published rules. It is not a universal product rating.
| Product | Price | Warranty | Key specifications | Guide match | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AlphaESSSMILE-G3 | $9,250 | 10 years / conditions apply |
| 97/100 | View productCompare |
| SolarEdgeHome Battery 400V | $10,750 | 10 years |
| 97/100 | View productCompare |
| SungrowSBR096–256 | $10,750 | 10 years |
| 97/100 | View productCompare |
 GrowattAPX HV | $11,250 | 10 years |
| 97/100 | View productCompare |
 SAJB2S HV | $11,250 | 10 years |
| 97/100 | View productCompare |
 Fox ESSCQ7 | $11,250 | 10 years / current Australian terms apply |
| 97/100 | View productCompare |
 GoodWeLynx Home F G2 | $11,250 | 10 years / conditions apply |
| 97/100 | View productCompare |
| SAJB2 HV | $12,000 | 10 years / Australian battery terms apply |
| 97/100 | View productCompare |
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers before you compare.
Is the cheapest per kWh always best?
No.
Does the figure include installation?
The Compare index uses an indicative installed-system allowance.
Where is the full data?
The Battery Price Index page publishes the methodology and downloadable CSV.
Ready to narrow it down?