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Overview
The ZJ Beny 22kW sits at the bottom of the 22kW price band alongside the Sungrow AC22E. Both cost $950. The Sungrow has a tethered cable, solar integration, and a 3-year warranty. The ZJ Beny is socket-only, has no solar, and carries a 2-year warranty. On a direct comparison, the Sungrow is the better buy at the same price.
The ZJ Beny 22kW is relevant for buyers who specifically prefer socket-only configurations or who already have the ZJ Beny ecosystem and want consistency.
Value context
| Charger | Price | OCPP | Solar | Load mgmt | Cable | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZJ Beny 22kW | $950 | Open | No | No | Socket | 2yr |
| Sungrow AC22E | $950 | Open | Yes | No | 5m | 3yr |
| Sigenergy 22kW | $1,400 | Open | Yes | Yes | Socket | 3yr |
| Wallbox 22kW | $1,581 | Open | No | Yes | Socket | 2yr |
| Fronius Wattpilot | $1,800 | Open | Yes | Yes | Socket | 2yr |
At $950, the ZJ Beny undercuts everything except the Sungrow (same price). The comparison to Sungrow clearly favours Sungrow. The comparison to Sigenergy ($1,400) saves $450 at the cost of solar and load management.
Who should buy the ZJ Beny 22kW
Best for:
- Buyers specifically wanting socket-only format at 22kW with open OCPP at minimum cost
- Home Assistant users needing 22kW at the lowest possible OCPP-capable price point
Skip if:
- Sungrow AC22E is available - same price, better spec
- Solar integration is needed
- Load management is needed
- Australian support is important