The integration enables AlphaESS systems to optimize with Octopus Energy’s Intelligent Flux tariff, with built-in support for additional dynamic tariffs including Intelligent Go, Octopus Go, and Cosy Octopus. The development was made possible through close collaboration across the AlphaESS distributor and installer network, underscoring the company’s commitment to accelerating energy flexibility and smart home adoption across Europe.
A Strategic Step Forward for the EU Residential Storage Market
As a Tier 1-certified global manufacturer, AlphaESS brings proven reliability, advanced R&D capability, and strong production quality to this integration. By combining AlphaESS hardware innovation with Octopus Energy’s dynamic tariff ecosystem, the partnership delivers substantial value for end users while empowering installers and distributors to enhance their competitiveness in the fast-growing European residential storage market.
Together, AlphaESS and Octopus Energy are “powering a smarter and stronger energy future” by uniting intelligent optimisation, trusted tariff benefits, and EU-based support.
Official Statement: AlphaESS UK Managing Director Mark Hale
“Our integration with Octopus Energy’s Intelligent Flux tariff and built-in functionality that can optimize other dynamic tariffs, including Intelligent Go, Octopus Go, and Cosy Octopus, marks a significant milestone for AlphaESS and for the wider residential energy storage market.
This partnership brings real value to homeowners and creates new commercial opportunities for our installer and distributor network. By combining our technology with the smart capability of Octopus tariffs, we are helping households take greater control of their energy use, make meaningful savings, and adopt cleaner, smarter power.
This is an important step in our commitment to support the transition to a more sustainable and more resilient UK energy system.”
Integration Highlights
Smarter Tariff Integration
AlphaESS systems automatically respond to Octopus Energy's half-hourly pricing, enabling households to buy low, sell high, and maximise solar self-consumption.
Verified Compatibility
All residential products — from the SMILE G3 series to SMILE T10, have been fully tested and verified under the Works with Octopus programme for selected tariff compatibility.
Real-Time Visibility
Homeowners gain transparent control through the AlphaCloud app, while Octopus Kraken handles intelligent scheduling and optimisation.
Up to 200% PV Oversizing
AlphaESS systems support up to 200% PV input, enabling simultaneous home supply and battery charging — one of the most flexible and efficient setups in the EU market.
Zero Bills Homes: A Standout Market Differentiator
The partnership extends into the Octopus Zero Bills Homes initiative, which is transforming the new-build housing sector. With AlphaESS technology integrated, participating homes can be marketed with zero energy bills for at least ten years — delivering a powerful advantage for developers and compelling value for homebuyers.
Installers gain an opportunity to support housebuilders with renewable energy compliance while expanding commercial pipelines.
Why This Partnership Benefits Everyone
Differentiate: Offer a system backed by a BloombergNEF Tier 1 manufacturer and one of the UK’s most trusted renewable energy brands.
Win: Secure more projects through Zero Bills Homes and retrofit opportunities.
Deliver: Provide buyers with ten years of no home energy bills.
Create: Build stronger partnerships with housebuilders.
Benefit: Enjoy easier commissioning, robust EU support, and full tariff compatibility.
Smarter Energy, Greater Savings, Greater Opportunity
This collaboration is about more than connecting hardware and tariffs — it empowers installers, distributors, and homeowners to lead the next generation of smart energy storage. With AlphaESS and Octopus Energy working seamlessly together, the future of residential energy is more efficient, more intelligent, and full of opportunity.
