This paper is important because it simplifies how consumers choose residential battery energy storage systems. By introducing a practical framework that combines decision tools like decision matrices and mind mapping, it helps individuals evaluate key factors such as costs, payback periods, tariffs, and energy use patterns. Applied to the Australian market, it shows how consumers can balance financial returns with operational efficiency while considering uncertainties like battery degradation and policy changes. This research enhances decision-making and promotes energy sustainability by encouraging informed adoption of residential battery systems.