Residential solar is changing faces. It’s no longer just about installing a few panels on a roof or balcony to reduce one’s bill a little. The real issue today is knowing what to do with the produced energy, when to store it, when to reuse it, how to power the major devices in the house, and how to avoid sending electricity back to the grid which is increasingly less valued.

This is precisely the message conveyed by Zendure during its event held in Lille, centered around its new range SolarFlow Mix, the PowerHub, the upcoming EVFlow AC charging station, and a platform designed for installers. An announcement that marks an interesting step for the brand, already well-known for its balcony solar batteries, but which now aims much broader: the complete energy management of the household.

And here, we are no longer just talking about a small plug-and-play kit placed in a corner of the garden. Zendure now wants to cover several scenarios: apartments, homes already equipped with solar panels, heavily electrified households, homes with electric vehicles, and even small tertiary installations. In short, solar is entering a much more intelligent logic. And frankly, it’s exciting!

Why Solar Storage is Becoming Essential

The French context clearly pushes in this direction. For a long time, residential photovoltaics relied on a fairly simple logic: produce, consume what can be consumed instantly, and then sell the surplus. The problem is that this equation is becoming less and less favorable.

During the presentation in Lille, Zendure recalled a very concrete point: the buy-back rate of surplus has dropped significantly. Where it was still possible to sell electricity at around 12 cents per kWh some time ago, the new levels now hover around 4 cents. At this rate, the economic interest clearly shifts. It is often better to store energy for evening use, when the house consumes more and electricity purchased from the grid is more expensive.

The other evolution is the gradual electrification of housing. Heat pumps, controlled water heaters, air conditioning, charging stations for electric vehicles, powerful appliances, tools in the workshop… our homes are demanding more and more electricity. A simple solar installation without management quickly reaches its limits, as it mainly produces when everyone is absent or when the needs are low.

Storage therefore becomes the missing piece. It allows for the displacement of solar consumption over time. In the morning and afternoon, the panels charge the battery. In the evening, the house draws from it. And with intelligent management, the system can even take into account dynamic rates, the weather, the household’s habits, and production forecasts.

This is the logic that Zendure wants to address with SolarFlow Mix.

SolarFlow Mix: Three Batteries for Three Household Profiles

The new SolarFlow Mix range, already mentioned last week, is based on a simple idea: offer a common storage base, but with several configurations depending on the housing and existing solar installation.

Thus, we find three models: SolarFlow 3000 Mix AC+, SolarFlow 4000 Mix AC+, and SolarFlow 4000 Mix Pro. The three share the same philosophy: a large-capacity battery, intelligent management via the Zendure ecosystem, bidirectional AC operation, and a much more “complete home”-oriented approach than the first generations of balcony solar batteries.

The base capacity is 8 kWh. This is a very important point. Many competing solutions operate by stacking small modules. Zendure directly offers a substantial block here, capable of covering a good part of a household’s daily needs. The 4000 Mix Pro and 4000 Mix AC+ models can then be extended up to 50 kWh depending on markets and configurations, although France imposes specific constraints beyond 15 kWh of residential storage without a dedicated room.

Regarding lifespan, Zendure announces 10,000 cycles, a lifespan of about 15 years, a 10-year warranty, and a round-trip efficiency of 90%. The casing is rated IP65, operating from -20 °C to 55 °C with a noise level of 25 dB. In other words, these batteries are designed for daily use, in technical interiors, garages, suitable rooms, or protected environments, without becoming an airplane turbine inside the house.

Another practical detail observed during the presentation: the 4000 Mix models are mounted on wheels. Given the weight of the unit (about 80 kg), this is not a gimmick. An 8 kWh battery does not move like a connected power strip. The wheels facilitate installation, positioning, and adjustments on site.

SolarFlow 4000 Mix Pro: The Most Complete Version

The SolarFlow 4000 Mix Pro is the most ambitious model in the range. It targets homes with high electricity consumption, households already well-equipped, or those looking to build a complete solar installation around a central battery.

Its great strength comes from its dual approach. On one side, it accepts up to 8 kW of solar input in direct current via two MPPTs of 4 kW each. On the other, it also has a PV-IN AC input of 5 kW to capture energy from an existing photovoltaic installation, for example, with micro-inverters or a central inverter already in place. In total, Zendure announces up to 13 kW of solar input.

This is particularly interesting for two scenarios. In a new installation, the SolarFlow 4000 Mix Pro can directly receive solar panels, without multiplying intermediary equipment. In an existing installation, it can complement what’s there thanks to its dedicated AC input. This way, you avoid starting from scratch. And in a residential project, anything that avoids unnecessary cabling or breaking the existing setup is a bonus.

On output, the system delivers 4 kW of bidirectional AC. The standard power can be limited to 800 W depending on the installation framework, then increased according to the connection and necessary validation. In off-grid mode, the integrated backup socket can provide 3,680 W, with a peak of up to 7.2 kW for 200 ms. This is enough to handle certain device starts, even if it is important not to imagine powering an entire house without considering priorities.

Zendure also emphasizes safety with this new generation. During the presentation, the message was clear: the Mix series has been designed from the outset to meet European (and specifically French) constraints, with an extensive integration of protections for the battery and energy management. We are no longer talking about a simple “solar booster,” but rather a system designed to be installed under real-world conditions, with the safety requirements that entails.

The SolarFlow 4000 Mix Pro is therefore the most suitable solution for a house with a solar roof, substantial storage, heavy electrical usage, and a desire for evolution.

SolarFlow 4000 Mix AC+: The Retrofitting Battery for Existing Installations

The SolarFlow 4000 Mix AC+ retains a large part of the technical foundation of the Pro model, but without the MPPT DC inputs for solar panels. Its purpose is different: to add storage to an already established solar installation.

This is typically the case for a house equipped with photovoltaic panels with micro-inverters or roof inverters. The owner is already producing electricity but sends some of it back to the grid for lack of a battery. The 4000 Mix AC+ then connects on the AC side to store this energy and redistribute it later.

It offers 8 kWh of base capacity, a bidirectional AC power of 4 kW, a PV-IN AC input of 5 kW, and an expandable capacity up to 50 kWh depending on configuration. For many French households already equipped with solar, this is probably the most logical model. There’s no need to rethink the entire installation. You simply add a powerful storage brick, capable of increasing self-consumption rates.

During the presentation, Zendure provided a telling example: for a house consuming 5,000 kWh per year with 5 kW of installed solar panels, the addition of the battery would allow the self-consumption rate to rise from about 56% to 74%, with an estimated bill reduction of 71% in the scenario presented. Of course, every installation depends on panel orientation, usage, electricity contract, and consumption habits. But the general idea is clear: storage becomes the main lever to further monetize solar.

SolarFlow 3000 Mix AC+: The More Compact and Accessible Model

The SolarFlow 3000 Mix AC+ targets a simpler use case. It keeps a fixed battery of 8 kWh but offers AC power up to 3 kW. What’s interesting is that Zendure does not reduce the capacity on this model, only the power. So you retain a large 8 kWh battery, but with power limited to 3 kW, which allows for targeting simpler uses while maintaining good energy autonomy. Zendure positions it as a solution suited for standard housing, for more modest households, or even for certain mobile uses like caravans, construction sites, or temporary backup.

It is not expandable like the 4000 Mix models, but it retains the core features of the range: claimed efficiency of 90%, 10,000 cycles, 10-year warranty, silent operation, robust format, and intelligent management.

This is probably the model that will appeal most to users seeking a more “plug and play” solution, without immediately venturing into a complete architecture with PowerHub, a charging station, and high solar power. With a listed price of €1,999 on the Zendure website at the time of writing, it also serves as the entry point into this new Mix generation.

PowerHub: The Energy Brain of the Installation

The real novelty presented in Lille is undoubtedly the PowerHub. Because a battery, no matter how efficient, remains just a brick. The PowerHub, on the other hand, comes to orchestrate several bricks at the scale of the house.

Zendure presents it as the brain of the photovoltaic installation. Its role is to centralize the SolarFlow Mix, manage production, storage, backup, electric vehicle charging, and energy-hungry devices. Whereas a battery alone can already store and provide energy, the PowerHub seeks to coordinate everything.

This shift in logic is important: we’re no longer just talking about adding a battery to store energy, but actively managing self-consumption. The PowerHub becomes a central piece capable of orchestrating all the energy flows of the house, with an approach much closer to that of a complete energy management system than a simple accessory.

Specifically, it can interconnect up to three SolarFlow 4000 Mix. Without the PowerHub, three batteries would require three separate connections. With it, everything is centralized in a single cabinet. The AC power can then rise to 12 kW with three units of 4 kW. The total capacity can reach 150 kWh in the most advanced configurations, which are more suited for very specific installations or small tertiary applications.

Good news on the installation side: the measurement system (type energy meter / CT clamp) is directly integrated into the PowerHub. This simplifies installation and avoids adding extra equipment to monitor the energy flows of the home.

The PowerHub also integrates a more robust backup output than the simple off-grid socket of the battery. In the event of a power outage, it detects the loss of the grid and automatically switches to backup mode with a switching time announced at 10 ms. The system can then power the circuits designated for backup thanks to the batteries, and even thanks to the solar panels if the installation is based on SolarFlow 4000 Mix Pro capable of producing during the day.

This point is important: we are not necessarily talking about powering the entire house without limits. Technically, some circuits can be reconnected, but the available power imposes a choice of essential uses. Refrigerator, freezer, internet box, lighting, lifting pump, VMC, gate, a few strategic sockets… these are typically the types of devices one would want to secure. The oven, induction hob, water heater, and charging station all at once is a different story.

Backup, Safety, and French Constraints

The backup function is appealing, but it deserves to be understood correctly. A domestic battery is not a magic generator. It must be properly integrated, with the right protections, the right circuits, and proper sizing.

During the question-and-answer session, several technical points were addressed. On the DC photovoltaic side, a protection box upstream is still necessary in residential settings, particularly with the appropriate protections and surge protection when needed. The fact that equipment integrates certain protections does not exempt you from adhering to French installation rules.

Another point was clarified: even if the system can technically power much of the house, the backup remains limited by the available power. Therefore, one must think in terms of priority circuits (dedicated secondary panel), rather than as a system capable of powering the entire house without constraints.

Another point raised: the limit of 15 kWh in residential settings without a dedicated room for batteries. The SolarFlow 4000 Mix includes 8 kWh, and Zendure plans for extensions of 7 kWh. This choice is not incidental: 8 + 7 = 15 kWh. This keeps it within a capacity coherent with common French constraints. Beyond that, an installation may still be possible, but it requires a different approach, a suitable room, and a more professional strategy.

Zendure also announces a security architecture called ZenGuard, featuring dual BMS, intelligent cell maintenance, and an integrated thermal aerosol extinguishing system. The BMS monitors charge, discharge, safety thresholds, and battery lifespan. This is essential for capacities at this level.

EVFlow AC: The Charging Station Preparing for V2G

Zendure does not stop at the battery. The brand is also preparing the EVFlow AC, a charging station for electric vehicles that is to integrate into the PowerHub ecosystem. This is often an underestimated point: charging an electric vehicle is an “incompressible” consumption. Integrating it into the solar ecosystem allows for directly valorizing a production that would otherwise be injected into the grid with low value.

Two power options are planned: 7.4 kW in single-phase and 22 kW in three-phase. The idea is to charge the car with surplus solar energy when available, rather than injecting that energy into the grid at low value. For households equipped with an electric vehicle, this is probably one of the most interesting scenarios. An electric car represents a huge rolling battery, but also a massive consumption. If the charging is intelligently managed, the gain can become very tangible.

Zendure also announces a V2G Ready compatibility. V2G, or Vehicle-to-Grid, will eventually allow reinjecting energy from the car back into the house or grid. In France, this technology is still gradually deploying, with constraints related to compatible vehicles (like the Renault 5 and 4 E-Tech for example), operators, contracts, and regulatory frameworks. But the fact that the charging station is designed for this evolution is quite reassuring. Buying a charging station today is often for several years. It’s best to ensure it won’t be outdated before even mounting it on the wall.

The station can function as a regular charging station, but its maximum interest will obviously be reached with the PowerHub, which will be able to manage it in a global logic: solar production, household battery, house consumption, electricity rates, and vehicle charging.

A Platform Designed for Installers

Zendure also presented a platform dedicated to installers. This may seem less spectacular than an 8 kWh battery or a 22 kW charging station, but it is essential if the brand truly wants to appeal to professionals.

The goal is to enable installers to track their client portfolio, view installations, monitor alerts, production, consumption, charge and discharge cycles, as well as potential customer service issues. For a craftsman or a business that equips multiple households, this is a real enhancement.

The residential energy market is becoming more technical. Customers no longer just ask “how many panels on my roof?”. They want to know how much they will save, how the battery works, if the house remains powered in case of an outage, if the car can be charged with solar energy, and if the system is scalable. To answer these questions, installers need clear monitoring tools.

This is also where Zendure gradually shifts from a very “plug and play” public image to a more hybrid approach, between advanced DIY, solar installers, and residential energy management.

HEMS 2.0, ZENKI 2.0 AI, and ZEN+OS: The Software Side Takes the Lead

The hardware is impressive, but the real battle often lies on the software side. A poorly managed battery can miss out on its potential. A smart battery, on the other hand, can arbitrate between solar production, electricity prices, weather, and household habits.

Zendure therefore highlights HEMS 2.0, its home energy management system. It allows for the management of multiple installations from a single account, for example, a primary residence, a second home, or a family dwelling. Each installation can manage multiple Zendure devices.

ZENKI 2.0 AI Mode adds a layer of optimization. The system analyzes photovoltaic production, weather forecasts, consumption habits, and pricing signals to decide when to charge or discharge the battery. The interest becomes even clearer with dynamic pricing offers, where the electricity price varies by the hour.

Finally, ZEN+OS serves as a common software foundation for Zendure devices, with OTA updates and multi-device coordination. It’s the kind of detail that will make a difference in the long run. A home battery is not a gadget that gets replaced every two years. Software tracking must hold up.

What Savings to Expect on the Bill?

Zendure presents several savings scenarios. On the official page of the SolarFlow Mix range, the brand highlights estimated savings of up to 91% or more depending on the configurations and assumptions made. During the presentation in Lille, the French examples were more cautious and based on local cases.

For a SolarFlow 4000 Mix Pro associated with 8 kW of solar panels and an annual consumption of 7,000 kWh, Zendure mentions an estimated bill reduction of 81%, with a self-consumption rate rising from 54% without a battery to 74% with a battery. The annual savings indicated during the presentation reach €1,101, based on an electricity price around €0.20/kWh.

For the SolarFlow 4000 Mix AC+, with an annual consumption of 5,000 kWh and 5 kW of solar panels, the estimated bill reduction rises to 71%, with a self-consumption rate also around 74% and an annual saving of approximately €738.

These figures should be read as scenarios. In reality, profitability will depend on many factors: region, panel orientation, installed power, consumption profile, presence or absence of an electric vehicle, subscription, peak/off-peak hours, dynamic pricing, level of self-consumption already achieved, installation cost, and potential regulatory changes.

But the trend is clear: with the very low surplus buy-back rate, storing often becomes more relevant than selling. The crux of the matter is self-consumption.

Availability, Price, and Launch Offers

The SolarFlow Mix series has been available in Europe, especially France, since April 22, 2026. At the time of writing, the displayed prices on the official Zendure website are €1,999 for the SolarFlow 3000 Mix AC+, €2,399 for the SolarFlow 4000 Mix AC+, and €2,899 for the SolarFlow 4000 Mix Pro.

The SolarFlow 4000 Mix Pro goes through a connection with an installer, which seems logical given its power, solar inputs, and connection constraints. The 4000 Mix AC+ and 3000 Mix AC+ are more oriented towards direct purchase depending on configurations, although professional support is strongly recommended whenever dealing with a fixed installation, high powers, or an electrical panel.

Zendure is also launching a program called European Elite 1,000. The first 1,000 households equipped with at least two SolarFlow Mix 4000 Pro or AC+ systems can benefit from a free PowerHub. Another offer mentioned during the event concerns installers and distributors, with one battery offered for every 20 units purchased.

The EVFlow AC station is also expected to be available by the end of 2026.

What This Announcement Changes for Individuals

For an individual, the main interest is quite simple: Zendure wants to make solar storage more powerful, clearer, and more scalable.

The SolarFlow 3000 Mix AC+ may suit those looking for a compact solution with a large 8 kWh battery. The SolarFlow 4000 Mix AC+ targets homes already equipped with solar, where one wants to add storage without overhauling the installation. The SolarFlow 4000 Mix Pro is aimed at more ambitious projects, with solar panels directly connected, high power, and a capacity for evolution.

The PowerHub becomes interesting as soon as one wants to go beyond a single battery. If the home has multiple batteries, a charging station, a need for proper backup, or advanced management, it makes perfect sense.

Ultimately, it’s a fairly close approach to home automation: a single device is helpful, but it’s the orchestration of the whole that creates real value. A battery, a charging station, panels, and an intelligent meter can work separately. But when they communicate, arbitrate, and coordinate, the home becomes much more efficient.

What This Announcement Changes for Installers

For professionals, Zendure is advancing into an interesting area. The residential photovoltaic market is becoming more mature, but also more demanding. Customers want scalable solutions capable of integrating storage, electric vehicle charging, backup, and smart management.

The SolarFlow Mix range allows for addressing multiple profiles without starting from scratch with each project. The PowerHub simplifies the centralization of several batteries and prepares for cleaner installations. The installer platform adds an essential layer of monitoring for tracking and customer service.

Of course, it will be important to monitor the field implementation: wiring, protections, French documentation, real compatibility with existing configurations, availability of battery extensions, management of power limits, and quality of installer support. These are the details that will make the difference between a beautiful technical sheet and a solution truly embraced by professionals.

This event organized in Lille did not gather only Zendure. The brand was accompanied by Enecsol, a well-known B2B distributor in the Hauts-de-France region, which plays a key role in spreading photovoltaic solutions to installers for over 10 years.

An Ambitious Ecosystem, But It Will Need to Prove Itself in the Field

With SolarFlow Mix, PowerHub, and EVFlow AC, Zendure is no longer just offering an improved balcony solar battery. The brand clearly wants to become a player in complete residential energy management. Solar production, storage, backup, electric vehicle charging, software management, installer platform: all the building blocks are there. It is clear that Zendure is no longer just looking to offer products but to build a complete system ready to be deployed to optimize the energy of the household as a whole.

The proposal is appealing, especially in a French market where storage is becoming increasingly economically logical. The drop in the buy-back rate for surplus, the increasing electric usage, and the gradual introduction of dynamic rates make this type of ecosystem much more relevant than a few years ago.

On site, one senses that Zendure aims at both advanced individuals and installers, with a much more structured approach than the first generations of plug-and-play batteries.

Now, the challenge will be to confirm all this in real-world conditions. The announced figures are promising, but every house is a particular case. A solar installation in Brittany, Sologne, or in Var will not produce in the same way. A household with an electric vehicle, heat pump, and remote work will not have the same profile as a couple that is away all day. And the French constraints, particularly regarding protections, injected power, and storage beyond 15 kWh, require caution.

But one thing is certain: Zendure has taken a step forward. The brand is no longer just talking about storing a few kWh to improve a solar kit. It is now talking about managing all the energy in the house. And for all those following self-consumption, energy home automation, and the connected home, it’s clearly an evolution to watch closely.