A single Pila battery will keep an average refrigerator powered for 32 to 64 hours and can run a home office for days—providing 6 to 10 times more backup time than a traditional desktop UPS with a 3x longer lifespan. During an outage, Pila supplies power to devices connected directly to its onboard AC outlets and USB ports.

Backup time depends on usage and appliances being powered. Get real-time backup estimates in the Pila app and on the device screen, so you always know how long power will last. Pila’s integrated smart outlets let you extend backup time by prioritizing essential devices and reducing unnecessary energy use.

For longer backup, you can add additional Pila batteries across your home, or use the Pila Expansion Pack to double your backup time for a specific room or appliance. When paired with a plug-in solar panel, Pila can be recharged daily during an outage, providing effectively unlimited backup power.

If you can plug it in, Pila powers it. Pila Mesh Home Batteries offer a scalable capacity of 1.6 – 3.2 kWh, for the unique energy needs of each room. Each Pila Battery delivers 2400W of continuous pure sine wave power and can support multiple appliances simultaneously through its smart outlets. Pila can deliver 7800W peak output (500 ms), ensuring reliable start-up LRA for even the highest-demand appliances like sump pumps and window air conditioners.

Pila is designed to flexibly charge from multiple sources:

• Standard Utility Power – Pila charges from the grid via your power outlet, and is optimized for time-of-use (TOU) rates, storing energy when it's cheapest and using it during peak pricing.

• Plug-in Solar Panels – Pila supports direct DC solar charging, allowing renters and homeowners without rooftop solar to generate and store their own power, and recharge Pila during outages.

• Rooftop Solar – Pila communicates with your rooftop solar system, monitoring real-time solar production and charges via your power outlet without the need for additional metering hardware. Pila intelligently stores excess solar energy during the day, timing charging to match solar production, and making that energy available for use during outages or peak pricing periods—ensuring you get the most out of your solar investment.

By default, no, Pila will not export any power back into the outlet. However, Pila’s advanced power electronics platform is built for future flexibility. Just like the latest EVs with bidirectional capability, Pila can support real-time power exchange with the grid in addition to powering plug-in loads directly. And similar to EVs and solar today, unlocking this additional value comes with the next, natural evolution of product standards.

Our team has firsthand experience advancing new UL and NEC standards while bringing innovative energy products to market—through work on home batteries like Powerwall and smart panels like SPAN. We’re optimistic about the opportunity ahead, especially as states like Utah lead the domestic Balcony Solar movement, expanding access to plug-in energy systems for renters and homeowners alike with the recent passage of H.B. 340.

As balcony solar and plug-and-power products gain momentum, we welcome collaboration with AHJs and utilities to help responsibly shape the future of home energy. If you're interested in partnering with Pila, reach out!

No! Pila works with or without solar panels. It can charge directly from your home’s standard power supply and provide backup during outages. If you have rooftop solar, Pila can store excess solar energy, ensuring continuous power when the sun isn’t shining or during peak rate periods.

Nope! Pila is designed to be modular, so you can build your system based on your needs. A single Pila battery is great for essentials like your fridge, phones, and kitchen appliances. Need more backup power? Simply add more Pila batteries to extend coverage and support additional appliances throughout your home.

Pila does not require internet to provide backup power, monitoring, or smart energy management features. The Pila Battery Mesh Network keeps all batteries working together, even when your home Internet goes out. The Pila App includes a Local Connection Mode for reliable battery control and monitoring without internet.

For reliable Remote Monitoring, all Pila batteries are equipped with a cellular 4G LTE radio for backup communication when home Wi-Fi fails.

However, we highly recommend keeping Pila batteries connected to Wi-Fi to receive the latest software updates and unlock new features, enhancements, and performance improvements—ensuring your system gets smarter and more capable over time.

Pila is designed to deliver long-term energy security, ensuring your system stays functional even without an internet connection or cloud services. Key features include:

• Local-first energy system – Batteries operate independently, even during outages.

• Home Assistant compatibility – Works with open-source automation platforms.

• MQTT support – Enables direct device communication for advanced smart home integration.

We strongly recommend keeping Pila connected to the internet — free over-the-air updates keeps your system up to date with new features and improvements.

Yes! Pila qualifies for the 30% Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) under the Residential Clean Energy Credit if your Pila system exceeds a total of 3 kWh capacity through either:

1. Two or more Pila batteries (1.6 + 1.6 = 3.2 kWh)

2. One Pila battery plus a Pila Expansion Pack (1.6 + 1.6 = 3.2 kWh)

We recommend consulting a tax professional to confirm eligibility.

Reservation details here

We appreciate early adopters like you who share our vision for smarter, more resilient homes. As a thank-you, we’re offering exclusive early access.

Reserve your Pila Battery today for just $99 and lock in the special early access price of $999.

Pay the remaining balance before your Pila ships later this year—or cancel anytime for a full refund.

Early Access Reservations are currently available for customers in the United States. We are working on international models to meet regional electrical standards in the future — Stay tuned!