What is Homemini?
Homemini is Octopus Energy's home battery storage solution that helps customers store energy and reduce their electricity costs. The system works with solar panels or the grid to store electricity when it's cheap and use it when prices are high.
Key Features
- Energy Storage: Store up to 10kWh of electricity
- Smart Integration: Works with Intelligent Octopus tariffs
- Solar Compatible: Pairs with existing solar panel systems
- Grid Charging: Charge from the grid during off-peak hours
- Backup Power: Provides emergency power during outages
Common Setup Questions
Installation Process
Homemini installation typically takes 4-6 hours and includes:
- Battery unit mounting (indoor or outdoor)
- Electrical connections to consumer unit
- Inverter installation and configuration
- System testing and commissioning
- Customer training and handover
Compatibility Requirements
Before Installation:
- Customers need a compatible smart meter (SMETS2)
- Consumer unit must have spare capacity
- WiFi connection required for remote monitoring
- Suitable mounting location (garage, utility room, or external wall)
Optimizing Performance
Best Practices for Customers
- Set charging schedule during cheapest tariff periods (e.g., 23:30-05:30 for Octopus Go)
- Enable solar priority mode if customer has solar panels
- Keep battery charge between 20-80% for longevity
- Monitor usage patterns through the app
- Update firmware when prompted
Tariff Recommendations
Homemini works best with these tariffs:
- Intelligent Octopus Go: Cheapest overnight rates, smart charging
- Octopus Flux: Import/export optimization for solar customers
- Octopus Agile: Advanced users who can manage pricing volatility