Compare lead acid and lithium solar battery prices. From ₹8,000 (100Ah lead acid) to ₹1,50,000 (100Ah LiFePO4 lithium).
| Capacity | Type | Price Range | Backup* | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Ah | Flat Plate | ₹8,000 – ₹11,000 | 2–3 hr (500W load) | 2 yr |
| 150 Ah Popular | Tall Tubular | ₹12,000 – ₹18,000 | 4–5 hr (500W load) | 3–5 yr |
| 200 Ah | Tall Tubular | ₹16,000 – ₹24,000 | 6–8 hr (500W load) | 3–5 yr |
| 220 Ah | VRLA / AGM | ₹18,000 – ₹26,000 | 7–9 hr (500W load) | 2–3 yr |
| 250 Ah | Tall Tubular | ₹22,000 – ₹32,000 | 8–10 hr (500W load) | 3–5 yr |
* Backup calculated at 50% Depth of Discharge (DoD). Actual backup depends on load, temperature and battery age.
| Capacity | Voltage | Price Range | Backup* | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Ah | 12V / 24V | ₹20,000 – ₹35,000 | 1–2 hr (500W) | 5 yr |
| 100 Ah Popular | 12V / 48V | ₹40,000 – ₹70,000 | 4–5 hr (500W) | 5 yr |
| 150 Ah | 12V / 48V | ₹55,000 – ₹90,000 | 6–8 hr (500W) | 5 yr |
| 200 Ah | 48V | ₹75,000 – ₹1,20,000 | 9–12 hr (500W) | 5–8 yr |
| 200 Ah Premium | 48V (Pylontech/BYD) | ₹1,00,000 – ₹1,50,000 | 10–14 hr (500W) | 10 yr |
* Backup calculated at 80% Depth of Discharge (LiFePO4 typical DoD). Prices are Ex-works and exclude GST where applicable.
| 🔋 Lead Acid Tubular | ⚡ Lithium LiFePO4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (100Ah) | ₹12,000 – ₹16,000 | ₹40,000 – ₹70,000 |
| Cycle Life | 500 – 800 cycles | 2000 – 4000 cycles |
| Depth of Discharge | 50% (safe) | 80–90% |
| Weight (100Ah) | 28–35 kg | 10–14 kg |
| Maintenance | Monthly (distilled water) | Zero maintenance |
| Charge Time | 8–10 hours | 2–4 hours |
| Lifespan | 3–5 years | 8–15 years |
| Temperature tolerance | Sensitive to heat | Better performance in heat |
| 10-yr Cost (100Ah) | ₹36,000 (3 replacements) | ₹60,000 (1 battery) |
| Best for | Budget builds, infrequent use | Daily use, off-grid, long-term |
| Brand | Type | 100Ah Price | 150Ah Price | Warranty | Service |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide Best Value | Tubular / VRLA | ₹12,000 | ₹16,000 | 3–5 yr | Pan-India |
| Amaron | Tubular / VRLA | ₹11,500 | ₹15,500 | 3 yr | Pan-India |
| Luminous | Tubular / VRLA | ₹13,000 | ₹17,000 | 3–5 yr | Pan-India |
| Okaya | Tubular | ₹11,000 | ₹14,500 | 3 yr | North India |
| Su-Kam | Tubular | ₹12,500 | ₹16,500 | 3 yr | North/West India |
| Loom Solar Lithium | LiFePO4 | ₹42,000 | ₹60,000 | 5 yr | Online + dealers |
| Pylontech Lithium | LiFePO4 (Import) | ₹55,000 | ₹80,000 | 10 yr | Limited cities |
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