If you're powering DC loads go with the epochs. With the Victron batteries, in order to protect the batteries from over-discharge, you will need to run all your loads through a Smart BatteryProtect. In my opinion the BMS is the Epoch's is more robust than the batteryprotect. This is why I said if you are only powering the inverter, then you would be fine on the Victron, because the current isn't routed through such a device and why I would choose the Epoch's if you had many DC loads.
@sunshine_eggo your opinion?
The price is not outrageously different...don't freak out just because it's blue.
$1999 for 460ah Epoch = $4.34/ah
$1654 for 330ah Victron = $5.01/ah
We're talking a 13% difference...I wouldn't call that the difference between peasant and professional.
Victron batteries use CALB cells. CALB has been in business for a LONG time and is one of the original innovators of LiFePO4, typically preforms 10% over rated capacity and lasts forever. The epochs are good too. I'd say they are playing in the same ballpark.