Recommended Products
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EnergySage
Solar Marketplace
Compare solar quotes from pre-vetted local installers in one place without any sales pressure.
Pros
- + Free competitive quotes
- + Pre-vetted installers
- + Online dashboard
Cons
- - Not available in all areas
Sunrun
Solar Installer
The largest residential solar installer in the US with lease, PPA, and purchase options.
Pros
- + $0 down lease option
- + 25-year warranty
- + Nationwide coverage
Cons
- - Lease locks you in long-term
Tesla Powerwall
Battery Storage
Home battery that stores solar energy for backup power and energy independence.
Pros
- + 13.5 kWh capacity
- + Seamless backup switching
- + App monitoring
Cons
- - High upfront cost
Sense Energy Monitor
Energy Monitoring
Real-time home energy monitor that identifies individual device usage and tracks solar production.
Pros
- + Device-level detection
- + Solar production tracking
- + Real-time app
Cons
- - Device detection takes weeks to learn
EcoFlow Delta Pro
Backup Power
Expandable home battery station from 3.6kWh up to 25kWh with the fastest solar charging available.
Pros
- + Expandable capacity
- + Fastest solar recharge
- + Whole-home backup ready
Cons
- - High upfront cost
Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus
Backup Power
Portable power station with LiFePO4 battery chemistry for a 10+ year lifespan.
Pros
- + LiFePO4 long lifespan
- + Portable design
- + Expandable with extra batteries
Cons
- - Lower capacity than hardwired options