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Sungrow SBR160 HV vs FoxESS CQ6 12kWh

Side-by-side comparison of the Sungrow SBR160 HV and FoxESS CQ6 12kWh home battery systems for Australian homes.

Sungrow

SBR160 HV

$10,500

16 kWh · 9.6 kW cont.

FoxESS

CQ6 12kWh

$7,000

11.98 kWh · 5 kW cont.

Quick verdict

The FoxESS CQ6 12kWh is $3,500 cheaper at $7,000 vs $10,500. The Sungrow SBR160 HV has more storage (16 kWh vs 11.98 kWh). The Sungrow SBR160 HV delivers more continuous power (9.6 kW vs 5 kW). The Sungrow SBR160 HV is more efficient (97% vs 95% round-trip).

Spec Sungrow SBR160 HV FoxESS CQ6 12kWh
Price (supply) $10,500 $7,000
Capacity 16 kWh 11.98 kWh
Continuous power 9.6 kW 5 kW
Peak power 15 kW 10 kW
Chemistry LFP LFP
Round-trip efficiency 97% 95%
Warranty 10 years 12 years
IP rating IP55 IP65
Scalable Yes Yes
AC coupled No No
DC coupled Yes Yes
Grid forming Yes Yes

Which should you choose?

Cost per kWh

The Sungrow SBR160 HV costs $656/kWh of storage and the FoxESS CQ6 12kWh costs $584/kWh. The FoxESS CQ6 12kWh delivers more storage per dollar.

Storage capacity

The Sungrow SBR160 HV stores 16 kWh compared to 11.98 kWh for the FoxESS CQ6 12kWh. That's a significant difference — the Sungrow SBR160 HV can cover more of your evening consumption without needing grid top-up.

Output power

The Sungrow SBR160 HV delivers 9.6 kW continuous vs 5 kW for the FoxESS CQ6 12kWh. Higher continuous power means the battery can run more appliances simultaneously during an outage or when discharging for self-consumption.

On price

The FoxESS CQ6 12kWh is $3,500 less than the Sungrow SBR160 HV. That is a substantial price difference. Consider whether the extra capacity or features of the Sungrow SBR160 HV justify the premium.

Sungrow SBR160 HV Full Specs → FoxESS CQ6 12kWh Full Specs →

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