Local integration of balcony power plant storage systems: MQTT support in comparison

With the growing interest in decentralized energy generation, the need for intelligent storage integrationUsers want to not only install their balcony power plant storage systems, but also automate, monitor, and control them locally – independently of cloud services. MQTT protocol plays a central role in this.

In this article you will learn:

• Which storages support MQTT

• How yourself Marstek Jupiter C Plus and Jupiter C be integrated

• Status of the Anchor Solix and Zendure SolarFlow Systems

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1. What is MQTT?

MQTT (Message Queuing Telemetry Transport) is a lightweight publish-subscribe protocol specifically designed for IoT applications and low-resource devices.

Advantages:

• Low data and energy consumption

• Fast, reliable communication

• Local networks without cloud constraints

• Integration into platforms such as Home Assistant, Node-RED or openHAB

For balcony power plants, MQTT means full data control, flexible automation, and independence from manufacturer apps.

2. Which storages support MQTT?

Marstek Jupiter C Plus & C – Facts

Marstek Jupiter C Plus and Jupiter C offering no native MQTT supportThe devices operate exclusively via the Marstek cloud, and local control via Home Assistant is not possible without workarounds.

Workarounds:

• Some users use tools like Tomquist BLE tool to extract data via Bluetooth.

• Additional devices such as Shelly Pro 3EM or Ecotracker IR Meter Reader can record consumption data and send it to Home Assistant via MQTT.

And finally ... Anyone wanting full-fledged local MQTT integration will need to rely on alternative storage solutions or additional devices. Marstek systems are primarily designed for cloud use.

The Jupiter series of Marstek is currently one of the few storage solutions for balcony power plants that natively supports MQTT. Once connected to a local network, MQTT can be activated directly, making integration into smart home systems straightforward and requiring no additional technical knowledge. Ideal for anyone who wants to operate their balcony power plant entirely locally.

Anker Solix – Cloud-based

The Anker Solix series, e.g. E1600 or 3 Pro, is designed for easy user guidance and offers no local MQTT interfaceAll data is transferred via the Anchor app and the cloud.

• Advantages: easy installation, app control, smart mode for self-consumption optimization

• Limitations: no native local integration, full automation only via cloud

Zendure SolarFlow – limited MQTT

Zendure SolarFlow 2400 AC supports MQTT only via the Cloud APIDirect local MQTT integration is not officially planned, but community solutions (DNS redirection, Bluetooth polling) exist.

• Advantages: Emergency power, AI-controlled energy management

• Restrictions: local control only possible unofficially, technical knowledge required

3. Recommendation for Balcony Solar Panel-User

You prefer a local control and a seamless Smart home integration without dependence on the cloud, should specifically focus on supporting cloud storage systems when selecting their storage system. MQTT respect, think highly of.

Marstek Jupiter is currently the most reliable choice: The devices offer native MQTT integration and are ideal for anyone who wants to operate their balcony power plant intelligently, locally and independently.

Owner of a B2500-D of Marstek With the appropriate technical know-how, users can implement their own solutions using Bluetooth scripts or other workarounds. However, an official MQTT interface is not available.

AnkerSystems do not offer MQTT support and rely entirely on cloud-based solutions – local integration is currently not possible.

cendura provides developers with a cloud-based MQTT API. A direct local MQTT connection is not officially planned. However, technically savvy users can use unofficial methods, such as DNS redirects or community projects, to implement local control – albeit without official support.

Conclusion

In practice it turns out: Not every balcony power plant storage system is MQTT-capable, and only a few manufacturers like Marstek Jupiter offer a local solution out of the box. Integration via MQTT not only enables more efficient energy management but also a high degree of independence from proprietary platforms.

For future-oriented users who Balcony Solar Panel If you want to fully integrate into your local smart home environment, choosing a system with official MQTT support is crucial.

Sources

1. Marstek Jupiter series – Official product documentation: Marstek Jupiter

2. Marstek B2500-D – FAQ on MQTT support: Marstek B2500-D FAQ

3. Anker Solix series – Community discussion on integration: Anker Solix Community

4. Zendure SolarFlow / SuperBase V – Community discussion on MQTT integration: Zendure Forum

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