Our batteries

Find the right battery for your needs

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Rent from
R20/day

Small battery

300Wh - 4.5KG
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LED light 2W
150 hours
Charger 5W
60 hours
Internet router 5W
60 hours
Laptop 35-50W
6 - 8.5 hours
TV 60W
5 hours
Fridge 100-150W
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Rent from
R40/day

Large battery

1000Wh - 9.5KG
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LED light 2W
500 hours
Charger 5W
200 hours
Internet router 5W
200 hours
Laptop 35-50W
20 - 28.5 hours
TV 60W
16.6 hours
Fridge 100-150W
6.6 - 10 hours
Rent from
R20/day

Small battery

300Wh - 4.5KG
4.8 hours
LED light 2W
Charger 5W
Internet router 5W
Laptop 35-50W
TV 60W
Fridge 100-150W
Rent from
R40/day

Large battery

1000Wh - 9.5KG
8.2 hours
LED light 2W
Charger 5W
Internet router 5W
Laptop 35-50W
TV 60W
Fridge 100-150W

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Our locations

Batteries can be rented from the following locations in Johannesburg

bp Ebony Park

Acacia St, Bluegum St, Johannesburg, 1685, South Africa

bp Rabie Ridge

Stilt Ave, Rabie Ridge, Midrand, 1688, South Africa

bp Dobsonville

cnr Kgame & Mohajane, DOBSONVILLE, 1865, South Africa

bp Modderfontein

Modderfontein Rd, President Park AH, Midrand, 1685, South Africa

bp Teanong

537 Rev Rtj Namane Drive TEMBISA 1624, South Africa

bp Brickfield

Cnr Buurman & Brickfield Road SPRUIT-VIEW 1804, South Africa

bp Evaton North

1829 Rabotapi RoadEVATON NORTH 1908, South Africa
Coming soon

bp Rametse

3827 Nelson Mandela Drive SESHEGO 0742, South Africa
Coming soon

bp Turfloop-Mankweng

Unit c, University Rd, Mankweng-C, Mankweng, 0727, South Africa

Our benefits

Power through loadshedding with a solution that's always ready

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Always ready

Our batteries are fully charged and ready to power your day whenever you need them.

Making the unreliable reliable

Planned loadshedding won't slow you down with bPOWERd's backup solution.

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From lights to large TVs

From lights, phones, and laptops, up to large TVs and small refrigerators, our batteries are built for anything.

Frequently asked questions

What is bPOWERd and how does it work?

Our battery rental service allows you to rent portable batteries to power or charge your devices on the go. We are currently offering two battery sizes; a small (300Wh) and large (1000W). To use this service simple head to your nearest bp convenience store and:

  1. Rent the battery size of your choosing
  2. Take it home and use it to power your devices
  3. Return the battery to the same bp store

What type of batteries are they?

Lithium ion

Can I charge the battery at home?

No, you cannot charge the battery at home. Attempting to disassemble, modify, or open the battery is dangerous and is in violation of the terms and conditions of our service.

How do I know if the battery is on?

To turn on the battery, press the power button for 3 seconds. Once the battery is on, press the LED button to turn on the LED display which will show the available charge.

What are some key specifications of the batteries?

bPOWERd 300
‍Capacity: 300Wh max
One 3-point socket2 USB output, 1 USB-C output
1 AC outputWeight: 4.5kg

bPOWERd 1000
‍Capacity: 1000Wh max
Two 3-point sockets
3 USB output, 2 USB-C output
2 AC output
Weight: 9.5kg

What appliances should I use the battery with?

bPOWERd 300
‍We recommend this device to power:

  • Lightbulbs
  • Laptops
  • Televisions
  • Mobile phones
  • Tablets
  • Fans
  • Wi-fi modems

This battery can charge a maximum of two devices at once. (three for the bPOWERd 1000)

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bPOWERd 1000
We recommend this device to power:

  • Lightbulbs
  • Laptops
  • Televisions
  • Mobile phones
  • Tablets
  • Fans
  • Wi-fi modems
  • Small refrigerators

It can power multiple devices simultaneously, however, we recommend not using more than three devices at once.

What appliances should I not use the battery with?

Do not use devices with high power demand, including:

  • Microwaves
  • Blenders
  • Portable heaters
  • Hair dryers

These devices typically require more power than the battery can provide.

How long does the battery last?

Battery discharge time is dependent on the device’s power demand, so actual times of full discharges will vary.  However, we suggest using the following formulas:

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bPOWERd 300 (300wH)

  • DC powered devices: 300Wh x 0.90/rated power of the device (W)
  • AC powered devices: 307.2Wh x 0.85/rated power of the device (W)

‍bPOWERd 1000 (1000wH)

  • DC powered devices: 974.4Wh x 0.90/rated power of the device (W)
  • AC powered devices: 974.4Wh x 0.85/rated power of the device (W)

What safety precautions should I take while using the batteries?

  • Do not expose the batteries to extreme temperatures (below -50C and above 45C)
  • Use devices within the battery's power range
  • Do not attempt to open, modify, or repair the batteries
  • Keep the batteries away from water and other liquids to prevent damage and/or risk of electrocution
  • Keep the batteries out of reach of young children to prevent injury

What should I do in case of any issues with the rented battery?

If you encounter any issues with the rented battery, please contact our customer support immediately for assistance and to report the problem.

What customers are saying?

"Brings an incredible peace of mind to know that we now have a backup solution to power us through loadshedding"
Reabetswe
Learn more about our always ready solution
"This is super affordable for a rental battery that has this amount of power"
Mawande
Learn more about our affordability
"It's easy to carry home, wherever I need it"
Demarco
Learn more about portability
"Unlike other services, I'm not tied down to lengthy contracts, I just rent and pay as and when I need it"
Hazel
Learn more about pay-as-you-go
"I love the fact bPOWERd uses renewable energy and is silent and clean"
Aphiwe
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