DC HOUSE 48V 100Ah Metal Case Kit
#6 in 48VFull review
A sturdy metal-cased 48V kit at a budget price for carts that take a beating. The shorter warranty and extra weight are the trade-offs.
Amazon $849.99$849.99
The DC HOUSE 48V 100Ah Metal Case Kit is the better golf cart lithium battery overall, rated 3.7 to 3.4. The DC HOUSE 48V 100Ah Metal Case Kit leads on value. The Epoch 48V 65Ah Golf Cart Kit wins on warranty and kit. The DC HOUSE 48V 100Ah Metal Case Kit costs $949.01 less ($849.99 vs $1,799).
Epoch 48V 65Ah Golf Cart Kit
#21 in 48VFull review
A light bolt-in 48V kit for owners who drive short distances and want a clean install with a long warranty. Range per dollar is poor.
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Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the DC HOUSE 48V 100Ah Metal Case Kit for value ($0.17 per rated Wh vs $0.54 per rated Wh).
- Choose the Epoch 48V 65Ah Golf Cart Kit for warranty (11-year warranty vs 3-year warranty) and kit (comes with charger, charge gauge, mounting kit vs comes with charger, charge gauge).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 48V golf cart lithium battery; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | DC HOUSE 48V 100Ah Metal Case Kit | Epoch 48V 65Ah Golf Cart Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 35% | 83 $0.17 per rated Wh | 0 $0.54 per rated Wh |
| Output 15% | 71 200 A continuous (about 10,240 W at 51.2 V) | 71 200 A continuous (about 10,240 W at 51.2 V) |
| Warranty 20% | 25 3-year warranty | 100 11-year warranty |
| Kit 15% | 75 comes with charger, charge gauge | 100 comes with charger, charge gauge, mounting kit |
| Cold weather 5% | 60 stops charging below freezing (no heater) | 60 stops charging below freezing (no heater) |
| Tested capacity 10% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| DC HOUSE 48V 100Ah Metal Case Kit | Epoch 48V 65Ah Golf Cart Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Rated capacity | 100 Ah (5,120 Wh) | 65 Ah (3,328 Wh) |
| Nominal voltage | 51.2 V | 51.2 V |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Rated cycle life | 4,000 | 3,500 |
| Price per Wh | $0.17 | $0.54 |
| BMS | ||
| Continuous discharge | 200 A | 200 A |
| Peak discharge | 670 A for 0.5 s | 700 A for 2 s |
| Max charge current | - | 100 A |
| Low-temperature charging | Charge cutoff only | Charge cutoff only |
| Bluetooth monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Series / parallel | - | up to 1 in series, 2 in parallel |
| Kit | ||
| Charger included | Yes, 18 A | Yes, 10 A |
| Charge gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Mounting kit | - | Yes |
| Fits | Yamaha, EZ GO, Club Car | Club Car Precedent, EZGO RXV, EZGO TXT, Yamaha 2007 and later |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | 19.9 x 11.1 x 9.2 in | 17.2 x 14.33 x 7.48 in |
| Weight | 99 lb | 66 lb |
| Water resistance | - | IP67 |
| Warranty | 3 years | 11 years |