EnergySage looks at the benefits of consumption-only batteries for resi customers. These “no-backup batteries” do not offer emergency backup power and won’t work when the grid is down but have a lower price tag – $3k instead of up to $9k. They are best for resi customers in areas with TOU rates, unfavorable net metering policies, and who don’t experience many power outages.
Consumption only batteries vs. home batteries
