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Plug-in ESS

SUN-BK250

2.5 kW

DeyeReleased 2026

70/ 100

Very good

Global

LFP chemistryUPS-grade switchingIEC 62619 certified

The verdict. In our Plug-in ESS class, Deye SUN-BK250 leads on capacity & usability.

3rdof 8 in Plug-in ESSTop halfclass average 64.1
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The assessment

How it scores, by category

Capacity & Usability100
Output Power73
Longevity (verified)58
Safety & Chemistry85
Guarantee & Backbone60
Connectivity & Ecosystem35

Market position

3rdof 8 in Plug-in ESSTop half
497077

Our reading

SUN-BK250 scores 70, placing 3 of 8 in the Plug-in ESS class against a class average of 64.1. Its strongest scoring dimension is capacity & usability (100), running 8.2 points above the class average on this dimension. Connectivity & Ecosystem scores 35, the lowest pillar for this product. The class average on connectivity & ecosystem is 49.

Dietreich Farquharson · review.solar

The data

Backup
2.5kW
Switching
<5ms
Cycle life
6000cycles
Warranty
10yr
Before you buy
Local positionUse a market view to check local availability, approvals and warranty scope.
Ask the installerWhat usable capacity, backup power and warranted operating conditions will the installed SUN-BK250 configuration deliver?

Verification & sources

Market context

Global evidencechange in the site menu

Global benchmark. This scorecard is benchmarked globally. A global score does not imply local availability, certification, warranty coverage, or installer compatibility.

Benchmark anchor. Scored model: SUN-BK250 · checked 2026-08-23. Evidence.

Sources & references · checked 2026-08-23

Strong evidence coverage

22 of 22 scored criteria link directly to a published source.

Values marked estimated, derived, or not found remain visible on the audit sheet and do not carry the same evidential weight as a linked source. Coverage measures direct links, not an independent guarantee that a claim is correct.

Record revision. Deye SUN-BK250 exact product page, 11 March 2026 datasheet and current corporate record, rechecked 2026-08-23

Change ledger

Product record history

2 earlier entries recorded source rechecks rather than changes to the published figures, and are not listed here. Every entry remains in the evidence record.

38 changes to this record · 9 products changed in this update
  1. Record updated

    Grid-injection power (kW): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  2. Record updated

    Ingress protection (outdoor): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  3. Record updated

    Thermal & fire mitigation: Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  4. Record updated

    Guarantee & Backbone pillar score

    Before
    51.5
    After
    60
    Primary datasheet
  5. Record updated

    VPP & grid services readiness

    Before
    VPP-capable, protocol ready
    After
    No VPP capability stated
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  6. Record updated

    Modularity & scalability: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  7. Record updated

    Cell balancing architecture: Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  8. Record updated

    Smart home & IoT depth: Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  9. Record updated

    Backup switching speed: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  10. Record updated

    Open protocol & API maturity

    Before
    Cloud API only
    After
    Proprietary / no documented API
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  11. Record updated

    Backup output power (kW): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  12. Record updated

    VPP & grid services readiness: Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  13. Record updated

    Usable energy / DoD (%): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  14. Evidence added

    Source revision

    Before
    Not previously recorded
    After
    Deye SUN-BK250 exact product page, 11 March 2026 datasheet and current corporate record, rechecked 2026-08-23
    Primary datasheet
  15. Record updated

    Open protocol & API maturity: Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  16. Record updated

    AU Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyestore.com/en-au; https://www.deyestore.com/en-au/blogs/deye-smart-ct-unlock-the-new-solar-storage-system/balcony-solar-power-plant-the-2026-buyers-guide
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html; https://www.deyestore.com/en-au
    AU market evidencePrimary datasheet+2 in JSON record
  17. Record updated

    Financial strength & warranty backing: Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/about/; https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    Financial strength & warranty backingPrimary datasheet
  18. Record updated

    Open protocol & API maturity: Evidence status

    Before
    sourced
    After
    reviewed_absence
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  19. Record updated

    Warranty degradation guarantee: Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  20. Record updated

    Thermal & fire mitigation: Evidence status

    Before
    sourced
    After
    reviewed_absence
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  21. Record updated

    Cycle life (cycles to stated EOL): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  22. Record updated

    Warranty assurance: Evidence status

    Before
    sourced
    After
    reviewed_absence
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  23. Record updated

    Smart home & IoT depth: Evidence status

    Before
    sourced
    After
    reviewed_absence
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  24. Record updated

    Operating temperature range: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  25. Record updated

    Cell chemistry: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  26. Record updated

    Warranty degradation guarantee: Evidence status

    Before
    sourced
    After
    reviewed_absence
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  27. Record updated

    Cell balancing architecture: Evidence status

    Before
    sourced
    After
    reviewed_absence
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  28. Record updated

    Self-heating capability: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  29. Record updated

    Connectivity & Ecosystem pillar score

    Before
    51.4
    After
    35
    Primary datasheet
  30. Record updated

    Safety certification: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  31. Record updated

    Manufacturing track record: Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/about/; https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    Financial strength & warranty backingPrimary datasheet
  32. Record updated

    Manufacturing track record

    Before
    10-15 years
    After
    15+ years, field-proven
    Financial strength & warranty backingPrimary datasheet
  33. Record updated

    Financial strength & warranty backing

    Before
    Mid-tier private, no distress signals
    After
    Stable / listed
    Financial strength & warranty backingPrimary datasheet
  34. Record updated

    VPP & grid services readiness: Evidence status

    Before
    sourced
    After
    reviewed_absence
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  35. Record updated

    Global score

    Before
    70.5
    After
    69.5
    Primary datasheet
  36. Record updated

    Energy density / footprint: Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  37. Record updated

    Warranty period (yrs): Evidence sources

    Before
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)
  38. Record updated

    Warranty assurance: Evidence sources

    Before
    After
    https://www.deyeinverter.com/deyeinverter/2026/03/11/%E3%80%90B%E3%80%91Datasheet_SUN-BK80-250-2.56KWH-EU-AM4-18-32L_20260311_en.pdf; https://www.deyeinverter.com/product/hybrid-ess/sunbk-80250-2-56kwheuam418l-32l.html
    Primary datasheetUsable energy / DoD (%)

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