Eliot Crook, Founder · Updated · 9 min read
GivEnergy Batteries: 2026 UK Update
GivEnergy Ltd, the UK battery and inverter manufacturer, entered administration in April 2026 and its published 12-year hardware warranty is no longer being honoured. Existing hardware continues to work, and the app is still operational under a separate software company on a paid subscription basis, but the manufacturer support that previously distinguished GivEnergy in the UK market has effectively ended. This page keeps the historic range and specs for reference and explains what current owners and prospective buyers should do next.
What happened, in plain English
GivEnergy Ltd, headquartered in Newcastle-under-Lyme, entered administration on 9 April 2026. Staff were made redundant and the company ceased trading. The appointed administrator has publicly confirmed that hardware warranties issued by GivEnergy Ltd will not be honoured going forward, and that the manufacturer will not provide ongoing software or firmware support.
A separate company, GivEnergy Software Ltd, has continued operating the cloud portal and mobile app that GivEnergy hardware connects to. As of July 2026, full app functionality — including some scheduling and monitoring features previously included with the hardware — now requires a paid 'GivEnergy Premium' subscription.
Sources: ess-news.com reporting (13 April 2026); the administrator's published notice; industry write-ups by Spirit Energy and ThinkSPI. Verify current status before making decisions — this situation is evolving.
If you already own a GivEnergy system
Your hardware continues to function. Batteries, inverters and EV chargers already installed do not stop working because the manufacturer entered administration.
Contact your original installer first. Independent MCS-registered installers may still be able to diagnose faults, replace parts they hold in stock, and advise on workarounds. Some installers are pooling spares from the aftermarket.
If you paid for the system by credit card, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974 may give you a claim against the card provider for breach of contract or misrepresentation on amounts between £100 and £30,000 — worth checking with your card issuer even if the install was some time ago.
The app still works, but expect a subscription prompt. Basic monitoring may remain free; advanced scheduling and some historical data features have moved behind 'GivEnergy Premium'. Check the current subscription terms in the app before assuming a feature is still included.
Third-party integrations continue. Home Assistant and Predbat integrations rely on GivEnergy's published API and community-maintained code, which continue to function independently of the manufacturer's support status. This is one of the few areas where GivEnergy ownership remains genuinely well-served, provided you're comfortable with the setup effort.
If you're considering GivEnergy for a new install
We can't currently recommend it. Buying new manufacturer stock in this situation means no manufacturer warranty, no guaranteed firmware support and no clear route for hardware RMAs. Even at a discount, this is a materially different proposition to what GivEnergy offered pre-administration.
Consider alternatives with intact manufacturer support: Tesla Powerwall 3 (installed by Tesla-certified installers, 10-year warranty), or other MCS-installer options such as EcoFlow PowerOcean, Fogstar or Anker SOLIX X1 — each with their own trade-offs on warranty length, installer network and features. See our best home battery UK guide for a spec comparison.
The GivEnergy range, for reference
Historic range detail is retained below for owners searching for specs on hardware they already own — not as a current buying guide.
GivEnergy's residential range centred on two approaches: the All-in-One, a 13.5 kWh integrated battery-and-hybrid-inverter unit using LFP chemistry; and the Gen 3 modular system, which paired a separate hybrid inverter (single-phase or three-phase) with stackable battery cabinets in nominal capacities commonly cited as 5.2 kWh, 9.5 kWh, 13.5 kWh and 16 kWh.
For homes with existing non-GivEnergy solar inverters, GivEnergy offered AC-coupled retrofit options — including the AC3 battery — which connected via the consumer unit rather than requiring an inverter replacement.
A GivEnergy-branded EV charger was also part of the ecosystem, designed to integrate with the battery and inverter for tariff-aware charging schedules.
Warranty: what was published, and what applies now
The headline figure previously quoted on more recent GivEnergy battery products was a 12-year manufacturer warranty. Following administration, that manufacturer warranty is not being honoured — this is the administrator's stated position, not our interpretation.
Whether any residual protection applies to your system depends on how you paid (credit card Section 75 as above), what your installer's own workmanship or extended warranty covers, and — for very recent purchases — the Consumer Rights Act 2015 route against the retailer/installer rather than the manufacturer. Speak to your installer and, if needed, Citizens Advice.
Third-party integrations: Home Assistant and Predbat
GivEnergy's published API continues to enable community-built integrations with Home Assistant (open-source home automation) and Predbat (a community-developed battery scheduling add-on that automates charge/discharge around variable tariffs and solar forecasts).
These integrations do not depend on GivEnergy Ltd's continued operation, and for owners staying on their existing hardware they remain a genuine strength — offering more granular control than the stock app, especially now that some app features sit behind the Premium subscription.
Typical UK fitted prices (historic reference)
The following are TYPICAL FITTED UK price bands for battery storage of these approximate capacities, retained for context — they are not a current recommendation and do not reflect any post-administration discounting or aftermarket pricing.
A roughly 5 kWh system: around £4,000–£5,000 fitted. A roughly 9.5–10 kWh system: around £6,000–£7,500 fitted. A 13.5 kWh All-in-One or equivalent modular system: around £8,000–£9,000 fitted.
Battery storage installations in Great Britain currently benefit from 0% VAT until 31 March 2027 — see our guide to the 0% VAT deadline for details.
Getting a quote for an alternative
If you were about to buy a GivEnergy system, the most useful next step is to get quotes from MCS-certified installers on current alternatives with intact manufacturer support. Use our battery size calculator to get a rough sense of capacity before requesting quotes.
At a glance
| Product | Capacity (kWh) | Continuous output (kW) | Chemistry | Warranty (pre-administration; not currently honoured) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All-in-One | 13.5 | 5.2 | LFP | 12 years (no longer honoured by manufacturer) |
| Gen 3 5.2 | 5.2 | 3.0 (inverter-dependent) | LFP | 12 years (no longer honoured by manufacturer) |
| Gen 3 9.5 | 9.5 | 3.6–6.0 (inverter-dependent) | LFP | 12 years (no longer honoured by manufacturer) |
| Gen 3 13.5 | 13.5 | 3.6–6.0 (inverter-dependent) | LFP | 12 years (no longer honoured by manufacturer) |
| AC3 (AC-coupled retrofit) | 5.2 (stackable) | 3.0 | LFP | 12 years (no longer honoured by manufacturer) |
Frequently asked questions
Is GivEnergy still trading?
No. GivEnergy Ltd, the UK manufacturer, entered administration on 9 April 2026, ceased trading and made staff redundant. A separate company, GivEnergy Software Ltd, continues to operate the app and cloud portal, now on a paid 'GivEnergy Premium' subscription basis for full functionality.
Is the GivEnergy 12-year warranty still valid?
No. The administrator has confirmed that hardware warranties issued by GivEnergy Ltd will not be honoured. Your alternative routes are: your installer's workmanship warranty, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act if you paid by credit card, and — for recent purchases — the Consumer Rights Act 2015 against the retailer/installer rather than the manufacturer.
Does my existing GivEnergy battery still work?
Yes. Hardware already installed continues to function normally. The app also continues to work under GivEnergy Software Ltd, though some features previously included with the hardware now require a paid subscription.
What should I do if my GivEnergy system develops a fault?
Contact your original installer first — they may still be able to diagnose and repair using aftermarket parts or stock they hold. If Section 75 applies (credit card payment), contact your card issuer. For recent purchases the installer/retailer may still owe you obligations under the Consumer Rights Act 2015.
Should I buy a new GivEnergy system now?
We don't recommend it. Without a manufacturer warranty, guaranteed firmware support or a clear RMA route, new GivEnergy installs are a materially riskier proposition than they were before April 2026. Consider Tesla Powerwall 3 or other options with intact manufacturer support instead.
Do Home Assistant and Predbat integrations still work?
Yes. These rely on the published GivEnergy API and community-maintained code, which continue to function independently of GivEnergy Ltd's operational status. For technically-minded owners staying on existing hardware, this remains a genuine strength.
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