Entry tier — 14 kWh or 28 kWh
AlphaESS SMILE M5 & M10 battery, installed in Newcastle
An all-in-one hybrid battery system in two sizes: 14 kWh, or two batteries stacked for 28 kWh. The sensible first battery for most Newcastle and Lake Macquarie homes.
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Who it suits
- Households adding their first battery to existing solar
- Budget-conscious homes that still want the option of a second battery later
- Anyone sizing to the 14 kWh or 28 kWh rebate tiers
What stands out
14 kWh or 28 kWh
One battery gives you 14 kWh; a second stacked battery takes it to 28 kWh, which is the maximum.
All-in-one design
Inverter and battery in one cabinet — tidier on the wall, faster to install.
Built-in fire suppression
Aerosol fire suppression is built into the unit as standard.
VPP ready
Compatible with mainstream virtual power plant programs if you want to join one.
What it costs
The SMILE M5 is our entry package — the lowest cost way into real battery storage without cutting corners on the install.
Final price depends on capacity, switchboard condition, meter work and how far the run is from your board to the battery location. We quote it all up front, with rebates applied, and nothing is added later.
Estimate my savingsSpecifications
| System type | All-in-one single-phase hybrid (inverter + battery) |
|---|---|
| Inverter output — M5 | 5 kW |
| Inverter output — M10 | 10 kW |
| Usable capacity | 14 kWh (13.99 kWh), or 28 kWh with two batteries stacked — two is the maximum |
| Cell chemistry | LFP (lithium iron phosphate) |
| PV oversizing | Up to 200% PV input (M10: four MPPTs, up to 20 kW of solar) |
| Backup | Backup circuit supported — we scope which circuits during the site visit |
| Warranty | 10-year manufacturer warranty; final AU terms confirmed with your quote |
| Cycle life | No separate public cycle-life figure verified for the current 13.99 kWh AU module |
Figures from the current manufacturer datasheet. View the manufacturer's specifications.
Local proof
We install these ourselves
Every system is fitted by our own electricians out of Hamilton — licence 470217C. No subcontractors, one team accountable from design to switch-on.
Common questions
Can I add more capacity later?
Yes — start at 14 kWh and add a second battery later to reach 28 kWh. Two batteries is the maximum on this system.
M5 or M10 — which one?
The M5's 5 kW output suits most average Newcastle homes. The M10 steps up to 10 kW for larger houses, heavier loads like ducted air-con, or bigger solar arrays.
Will it work with my existing solar?
In most cases, yes. We check your current inverter and switchboard first and tell you honestly if anything needs upgrading.
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