Tesla Solar Roof and Powerwall Review: Pros, Cons, Costs, Pricing and ROI

Tesla push into residential solar and renewable energy technology remains a work in progress. As we recently reported, Tesla's solar deployments fell 38% in Q2 of 2023 compared to Q2 of 2022.

Still, the financial results don't explain the overall solar roof user experience. Moreover, partners and customers are curious about Tesla Powerwall -- an integrated battery system that stores energy for backup protection. Take a look Tesla's financial statements, and you'll learn that the company has now installed more than 500,000 Powerwall systems.

Among the key lingering questioins:

1. How do the Tesla Solar Roof and Powerwall systems perform together?
2. Can the renewable energy system actually help customers to unplug their homes from traditional electric grids?
3. How much does a Tesla Solar Roof and Powerwall system cost, and how long does it take for the system to pay for itself?
4. How does the system perform amid seasonal and sunlight shifts from winter to spring, summer and fall?
5. How does roof perform during snow storms and snow accumulation on the roof?

Answers to those answers and more surfaced in this comprehensive, deeply detailed Tesla Solar Roof review from Marques Brownlee, a prolific YouTuber: