Solar panels are a no-brainer for reducing your electricity bills—but what about adding a home battery?
As energy prices rise and weather becomes less predictable, more Alberta homeowners are looking to battery storage for peace of mind, energy independence, and backup power. But not all batteries are created equal.
Here’s when a battery makes sense—and why the FranklinWH aPower 2 stands out as the top residential battery on the market.
⚡ What Does a Home Battery Do?
Home energy storage lets you store excess solar energy produced during the day and use it when:
- The sun isn’t shining (evening, cloudy days, winter)
- There’s a grid outage
- You want to avoid using grid electricity altogether
It bridges the gap between production and consumption—giving you more control over your energy.
🧠Why the FranklinWH aPower 2 Is Alberta’s Best Option
The FranklinWH aPower 2 is the most advanced and flexible residential battery available in Canada. It’s powerful enough to back up your whole home and designed to grow with you over time.
🔹 Key Specs & Features:
- 15 kWh usable storage per unit
- Stackable up to 225 kWh
- AC-coupled for easy pairing with any inverter or solar system
- Built-in load control to prioritize essential circuits during outages
- Smart app-based monitoring for usage, charging, and backup settings
- 15-year warranty – the longest residential battery warranty in Canada
- Compatible with new or retrofit solar systems
- Whole-home or partial backup flexibility
- âś… Seamless integration with a natural gas generator for extended backup and full-home resilience
đź’ˇ Whether you’re powering through a winter outage or managing off-grid living, FranklinWH gives you layered reliability and control.
🔋 How It Compares: FranklinWH vs. Tesla Powerwall
The only other battery in the same class is the Tesla Powerwall, but FranklinWH outshines it where it matters most:
| Feature | FranklinWH aPower 2 | Tesla Powerwall 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Usable Capacity | 15 kWh | 13.5 kWh |
| Warranty | 15 years | 10 years |
| Inverter Compatibility | AC-coupled (universal) | AC-coupled (Tesla only) |
| Price | More affordable | Typically higher |
| Load Management | ✅ Included | ❌ Not included |
| Generator Integration | ✅ Native support | ❌ Requires workarounds |
| Expandability | âś… Up to 225 kWh | âś… Up to 135 kWh |
✅ FranklinWH offers more power, better compatibility, longer warranty, and full backup flexibility—all at a lower price.
🏠Is a Battery Worth It for You?
✔️ A home battery makes sense if:
- You want backup power during outages
- You overproduce solar and want to store it for nighttime
- You value energy independence and want full-home resilience
- You want to integrate a generator for extended outages
- You’re planning for future TOU or demand-based pricing
❌ It may not be ideal if:
- Your solar system is small and rarely exports
- You’re expecting fast payback only from bill savings (batteries are more about control and resilience)
⚠️ What About Cheaper Battery Options?
DC-coupled batteries are available at lower cost, but:
- Require brand-specific inverters
- Have fewer smart features
- Lack built-in load management
- Often offer shorter warranties
- Can’t integrate easily with generators
They work for basic backup—but for homeowners serious about performance and long-term value, FranklinWH is the superior choice.
📉 TL;DR
The FranklinWH aPower 2 offers 15 kWh of storage, a 15-year warranty, app-based controls, and full backup flexibility.
It’s more advanced and more affordable than the Tesla Powerwall.
Only FranklinWH offers native generator integration for total energy resilience.
DC-coupled batteries cost less—but lack key features and flexibility.
đź‘‹ Want to Explore FranklinWH for Your Home?
We design custom solar + battery systems using the industry’s best tech—so you’re ready for outages, energy independence, and the future of Alberta’s grid.
đź“© Email us [email protected] to request a free consultation and sizing proposal.