Home Battery Guides UK 2025

Store solar energy, save money, and power your home during outages

Updated: January 2026

Home batteries let you store excess solar energy to use when the sun isn't shining. Combined with smart tariffs, they can significantly reduce your electricity bills and provide backup power during outages. With 0% VAT on batteries installed alongside solar, now is a great time to invest.

Battery Guides

Battery Quick Facts

£3,000-£12,000
Typical Cost

For 5-13kWh capacity, installed

10-15 Years
Warranty Period

Most manufacturers guarantee 70-80% capacity

£300-£600
Annual Savings

Additional savings on top of solar

Why Add a Battery?

Maximise Solar Savings

  • Self-consumption: Use more of your solar energy
  • Time-of-use tariffs: Charge cheap, use during peak
  • Export optimisation: Export when rates are highest
  • Grid independence: Reduce reliance on expensive grid power

Backup Power & Peace of Mind

  • Power cuts: Keep essential appliances running
  • EV charging: Charge your car with stored solar
  • Smart home: Integrate with home automation
  • Future-proof: Ready for smart grid services

Popular Battery Brands

Tesla Powerwall

13.5kWh, integrated inverter, sleek design

GivEnergy

UK brand, modular, excellent app

myenergi libbi

Works with Zappi EV charger

Sunsynk

Hybrid inverter + battery

Find Battery Installers Near You

Compare battery storage installers in your area. Many also install solar panels for a complete system.