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Sungrow SBR160 HV vs GoodWe ESA 16kWh

Side-by-side comparison of the Sungrow SBR160 HV and GoodWe ESA 16kWh home battery systems for Australian homes.

Sungrow

SBR160 HV

$10,500

16 kWh · 9.6 kW cont.

GoodWe

ESA 16kWh

$5,300

16 kWh · 6 kW cont.

Quick verdict

The GoodWe ESA 16kWh is $5,200 cheaper at $5,300 vs $10,500. The Sungrow SBR160 HV delivers more continuous power (9.6 kW vs 6 kW). The Sungrow SBR160 HV is more efficient (97% vs 95% round-trip).

Spec Sungrow SBR160 HV GoodWe ESA 16kWh
Price (supply) $10,500 $5,300
Capacity 16 kWh 16 kWh
Continuous power 9.6 kW 6 kW
Peak power 15 kW 12 kW
Chemistry LFP LFP
Round-trip efficiency 97% 95%
Warranty 10 years 10 years
IP rating IP55 IP66
Scalable Yes Yes
AC coupled No Yes
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 GoodWe ESA 16kWh costs $331/kWh. The GoodWe ESA 16kWh delivers more storage per dollar.

Output power

The Sungrow SBR160 HV delivers 9.6 kW continuous vs 6 kW for the GoodWe ESA 16kWh. Higher continuous power means the battery can run more appliances simultaneously during an outage or when discharging for self-consumption.

Coupling compatibility

The GoodWe ESA 16kWh supports AC coupling, making it compatible with any existing solar inverter. The Sungrow SBR160 HV is DC-coupled only and needs a compatible hybrid inverter.

On price

The GoodWe ESA 16kWh is $5,200 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 → GoodWe ESA 16kWh Full Specs →

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