Products
A quick reference for commonly used plug-in solar kits, with key technical details side by side.
PV-only plug-in solar kits
Simple systems focused on direct daytime generation without integrated battery storage.
| Product | Panel power | Max DC input | AC output | Why consider it | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Top pick EcoFlow STREAM | 2 × 400 W | 1,200 W max (2 × 600 W MPPT) | 800 W | Balanced, straightforward version of the STREAM kit. | EcoFlow |
EcoFlow STREAM | 2 × 450 W | 1,200 W max (2 × 600 W MPPT) | 800 W | Slight PV panels oversizing can help in weaker light, but AC output still caps at 800 W. | EcoFlow |
EcoFlow STREAM | 4 × 250 W | 1,200 W max (2 × 600 W MPPT) | 800 W | More panels to place and wire, but potentially useful if smaller modules fit the space better. | EcoFlow |
Zendure SolarFlow 800 | 2 × 500 W bifacial | 1,200 W max (2 × 600 W MPPT) | 800 W | Uses a slightly oversized 1 kW panel bundle on an 800 W inverter, which helps squeeze more useful output in dull or shoulder-season conditions. | Zendure |
Sunshare Ray Lite | 4 × 200 W | 800 W class microinverter | 800 W | Strong fit for balconies where lighter, smaller modules are easier to mount and handle than standard full-size panels. | Sunshare |
Sunshare Ray | 4 × 200 W | 800 W class microinverter | 800 W | A more complete modular Sunshare balcony set. | Sunshare |
Sunshare Ray | 6 × 200 W | 800 W class microinverter | 800 W | Best for users with more balcony or facade space who want extra DC capacity to improve weaker-light performance while staying within plug-in AC limits. | Sunshare |
PV + battery plug-in systems
Systems that combine solar input with storage to shift more energy into the evening.
| Product | Panel power | Max DC input | AC output | Battery capacity | Why consider it | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Top pick EcoFlow STREAM Ultra | Up to 4 × 500 W | 2,000 W max (500 W × 4) | 800 W grid-tied / 1,200 W AC output | 1.92 kWh | Best fit when you want the larger 4-input solar side with integrated storage. | EcoFlow |
EcoFlow STREAM Ultra X | Up to 4 × 500 W | 2,000 W max (500 W × 4) | 800 W grid-tied / 1,200 W AC output | 3.84 kWh | Largest integrated STREAM battery option, aimed at homes wanting more evening carry-over from daytime solar. | EcoFlow UK |
EcoFlow STREAM Pro | Up to 3 × 500 W | 1,500 W max (500 W × 3) | 800 W grid-tied / 1,200 W AC output | 1.92 kWh | Middle-ground option if you want integrated storage but do not need the full 4-MPPT solar input of the Ultra. | EcoFlow |
EcoFlow STREAM Max | Up to 2 × 500 W | 1,000 W max (500 W × 2) | 800 W grid-tied / 1,200 W AC output | 1.92 kWh | Simpler two-input option for smaller balcony or facade installs with integrated storage. | EcoFlow |
Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro | Up to 4 × 600 W | 2,400 W max (4 × 600 W MPPT) | 800 W grid-tied / 1,200 W off-grid | 1.6 kWh | Best fit for users who want a higher PV input capacity. | Anker SOLIX |
Zendure SolarFlow 800 + 1 x AB2000X Battery | 2 × 500 W bifacial | 1,200 W max (2 × 600 W MPPT) | 800 W bidirectional inverter | 1.92 kWh | Good entry storage-led balcony bundle. | Zendure |
Zendure SolarFlow 800 + 2 x AB2000X Batteries | 2 × 500 W bifacial | 1,200 W max (2 × 600 W MPPT) | 800 W bidirectional inverter | 3.84 kWh | Two AB2000X batteries for larger evening carry-over than a single-battery setup. | Zendure |