{ "schema_version": 1, "updated_at": "2026-09-04", "categories": [ { "id": "all", "label": "All" }, { "id": "balcony-system", "label": "Systems" }, { "id": "microinverter", "label": "Microinverters" }, { "id": "storage", "label": "Storage" }, { "id": "solar-panel", "label": "Solar Panels" } ], "products": [ { "id": "ecoflow-powerstream", "name": "EcoFlow PowerStream Balcony Solar System", "brand": "EcoFlow", "category": "balcony-system", "product_type": "balcony_solar_system", "catalog_scope": "system_bundle", "market_regions": ["EU"], "market": "EU market reference", "summary": "Battery-coupled balcony system that combines panels, a microinverter, app monitoring, and optional portable storage.", "best_for": "People researching what a renter-friendly, movable balcony system can look like.", "watch_for": "Check local code, utility interconnection rules, and socket requirements before buying.", "link": "https://www.ecoflow.com/eu/powerstream", "link_label": "View official product", "research": { "level": "unresearched", "last_checked": null } }, { "id": "anker-solix-balcony-system", "name": "Anker SOLIX Balcony Solar Power System", "brand": "Anker SOLIX", "category": "balcony-system", "product_type": "balcony_solar_system", "catalog_scope": "system_bundle", "market_regions": ["EU"], "market": "EU market reference", "summary": "Compact balcony-focused system with microinverter, panel kit, and app monitoring designed around plug-and-play installation.", "best_for": "Apartment or terrace setups where an integrated hardware bundle is easier than piecing components together.", "watch_for": "Regional availability and electrical compliance vary, especially outside Europe.", "link": "https://www.anker.com/eu-pl/anker-solix/balcony-solar-system-hes", "link_label": "View official product", "research": { "level": "unresearched", "last_checked": null } }, { "id": "hoymiles-hms-series", "name": "Hoymiles HMS Single-Phase Microinverters", "brand": "Hoymiles", "category": "microinverter", "product_type": "microinverter", "catalog_scope": "product_family", "market_regions": ["US"], "market": "Component line", "summary": "Microinverter family commonly used in compact solar arrays where each panel or panel pair needs dedicated conversion hardware.", "best_for": "Custom builds where you want to pair your own modules, mounting, and compliance path.", "watch_for": "Needs compatible modules plus code-compliant wiring and interconnection planning.", "link": "https://open-energy.hoymiles.com/us/products/microinverter/single-phase/", "link_label": "View official product line", "research": { "level": "unresearched", "last_checked": null } }, { "id": "apsystems-ez1", "name": "APsystems EZ1-LV Plug-in Microinverter", "model": "EZ1-LV", "brand": "APsystems", "category": "microinverter", "product_type": "plug_in_microinverter", "catalog_scope": "exact_model", "market_regions": ["US", "CA"], "market": "US and Canada", "summary": "Plug-in microinverter that connects up to two panels and is built for do-it-yourself balcony, patio, garden, garage, and carport solar setups.", "best_for": "Renters and DIY users researching a balcony-oriented microinverter with two independent MPPT inputs.", "watch_for": "A manufacturer product page does not establish whether plug-in interconnection is legal for a particular state, utility, building, or outlet.", "link": "https://usa.apsystems.com/product/ez1-microinverter/", "link_label": "View official product", "research": { "level": "manufacturer_documented", "last_checked": "2026-09-04" }, "specifications": { "dc_input": { "input_channels": 2, "recommended_module_power_w_stc_min": 315, "recommended_module_power_w_stc_nominal_max": 660, "higher_power_modules_may_be_compatible": true, "mppt_voltage_v_min": 27, "mppt_voltage_v_max": 45, "operating_voltage_v_min": 26, "operating_voltage_v_max": 60, "maximum_input_voltage_v": 60, "maximum_input_current_a_per_channel": 18, "maximum_short_circuit_current_a_per_input": 25 }, "ac_output": { "maximum_continuous_output_va": 900, "nominal_voltage_v": 120, "nominal_current_a": 7.5, "nominal_frequency_hz": 60 }, "efficiency": { "nominal_mppt_percent": 99.5, "night_power_consumption_mw": 20 }, "physical": { "width_mm": 283, "height_mm": 233, "depth_mm": 39.5, "weight_kg": 4.2, "cooling": "natural_convection", "enclosure_environmental_rating": "Type 6" }, "environment": { "operating_temperature_c_min": -40, "operating_temperature_c_max": 65 }, "interfaces": { "dc_connector": "Staubli MC4 PV-ADBP4-S2 and ADSP4-S2", "communications": ["Wi-Fi", "Bluetooth"], "energy_management_app": "AP EasyPower" }, "manufacturer_listed_compliances": [ "UL 1741", "CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-16", "FCC Part 15B", "IEEE 1547", "UL 1741 SB" ] }, "sources": [ { "id": "apsystems-ez1-lv-global-datasheet-2026-03", "kind": "official_datasheet", "title": "EZ1-LV Microinverter Datasheet (Japan)", "publisher": "APsystems Global", "url": "https://global.apsystems.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EZ-series_EZ1-LV.pdf", "accessed_on": "2026-09-04" }, { "id": "apsystems-ez1-product-2026", "kind": "official_product_page", "title": "EZ1 Plug-in Microinverter (DIY)", "publisher": "APsystems USA", "url": "https://usa.apsystems.com/product/ez1-microinverter/", "accessed_on": "2026-09-04" }, { "id": "apsystems-ez1-consumers-2026", "kind": "official_product_page", "title": "EZ1 Microinverter for Consumers", "publisher": "APsystems USA", "url": "https://usa.apsystems.com/ez1-consumers/", "accessed_on": "2026-09-04" } ], "evidence": [ { "id": "ez1-dc", "path": "/specifications/dc_input", "source_ids": ["apsystems-ez1-lv-global-datasheet-2026-03"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "ez1-ac", "path": "/specifications/ac_output", "source_ids": ["apsystems-ez1-lv-global-datasheet-2026-03"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "ez1-efficiency", "path": "/specifications/efficiency", "source_ids": ["apsystems-ez1-lv-global-datasheet-2026-03"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "ez1-physical", "path": "/specifications/physical", "source_ids": ["apsystems-ez1-lv-global-datasheet-2026-03"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "ez1-environment", "path": "/specifications/environment", "source_ids": ["apsystems-ez1-lv-global-datasheet-2026-03"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "ez1-interfaces", "path": "/specifications/interfaces", "source_ids": ["apsystems-ez1-lv-global-datasheet-2026-03"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "ez1-compliances", "path": "/specifications/manufacturer_listed_compliances", "source_ids": ["apsystems-ez1-lv-global-datasheet-2026-03"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" } ], "conflicts": [ { "id": "ez1-warranty-term", "path": "/specifications/warranty/term_years", "resolution": "unresolved", "source_claims": [ { "source_id": "apsystems-ez1-lv-global-datasheet-2026-03", "value": 10 }, { "source_id": "apsystems-ez1-product-2026", "value": 12 } ], "note": "The model-specific datasheet and current product page disagree, so no warranty term is selected for comparison." }, { "id": "ez1-peak-efficiency", "path": "/specifications/efficiency/peak_percent", "resolution": "unresolved", "source_claims": [ { "source_id": "apsystems-ez1-lv-global-datasheet-2026-03", "value": 96 }, { "source_id": "apsystems-ez1-consumers-2026", "value": 97.3 } ], "note": "The model-specific datasheet and current product page disagree, so no peak-efficiency value is selected for comparison." } ] }, { "id": "enphase-iq8", "name": "Enphase IQ8 Series Microinverters", "brand": "Enphase", "category": "microinverter", "product_type": "microinverter", "catalog_scope": "product_family", "market_regions": ["US"], "market": "US available", "summary": "Grid-tied microinverter family that converts each panel's DC output to AC; widely used in permitted residential solar systems.", "best_for": "Builds that want a mainstream, warranty-backed microinverter and are planning a code-compliant, professionally supported install.", "watch_for": "Panels must match the microinverter's compatibility range, and these are typically installed as part of a permitted system rather than plug-and-play.", "link": "https://enphase.com/store/microinverters/iq8-series", "link_label": "View official product line", "research": { "level": "unresearched", "last_checked": null } }, { "id": "ecoflow-delta-2", "name": "EcoFlow DELTA 2 Portable Power Station", "model": "DELTA 2", "brand": "EcoFlow", "category": "storage", "product_type": "portable_power_station", "catalog_scope": "exact_model", "market_regions": ["US"], "market": "US available", "summary": "Portable LiFePO4 storage with a dedicated solar input for storing energy and powering connected devices.", "best_for": "People comparing movable battery storage that can charge directly from compatible portable solar panels.", "watch_for": "This is not a grid-tie microinverter. Pairing it with solar does not make a legal grid-connected balcony solar system.", "link": "https://us.ecoflow.com/products/delta-2-portable-power-station?variant=40569963216969", "link_label": "View official product", "research": { "level": "manufacturer_documented", "last_checked": "2026-09-04" }, "specifications": { "battery": { "nominal_capacity_wh": 1024, "chemistry": "LFP", "expandable": true }, "solar_input": { "maximum_power_w": 500, "voltage_v_min": 11, "voltage_v_max": 60, "maximum_current_a": 15 }, "ac_output": { "outlets": 6, "continuous_power_w": 1800, "surge_power_w": 2700, "waveform": "pure_sine_wave" }, "physical": { "width_mm": 400, "depth_mm": 211, "height_mm": 281, "weight_kg": 12 }, "interfaces": { "communications": ["Wi-Fi", "Bluetooth"] } }, "sources": [ { "id": "ecoflow-delta-2-manual-2026", "kind": "official_manual", "title": "DELTA 2 User Manual", "publisher": "EcoFlow", "url": "https://manuals.ecoflow.com/eu/product/delta-2-portable-power-station?lang=en_US", "accessed_on": "2026-09-04" }, { "id": "ecoflow-delta-2-manual-pdf-2022", "kind": "official_manual", "title": "EcoFlow DELTA 2 User Manual V1.0", "publisher": "EcoFlow", "url": "https://websiteoss.ecoflow.com/cms/upload/2022/12/13/EcoFlow%20DELTA%202-User%20manual%20V1.0%20%28EN%29_1670906417941.pdf", "accessed_on": "2026-09-04" } ], "evidence": [ { "id": "delta2-battery", "path": "/specifications/battery", "source_ids": ["ecoflow-delta-2-manual-2026"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "delta2-solar", "path": "/specifications/solar_input", "source_ids": ["ecoflow-delta-2-manual-2026"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "delta2-ac", "path": "/specifications/ac_output", "source_ids": ["ecoflow-delta-2-manual-2026"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "delta2-physical", "path": "/specifications/physical", "source_ids": ["ecoflow-delta-2-manual-2026"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "delta2-interfaces", "path": "/specifications/interfaces", "source_ids": ["ecoflow-delta-2-manual-2026"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" } ], "conflicts": [ { "id": "delta2-cycle-life", "path": "/specifications/battery/cycle_life_to_80_percent", "resolution": "unresolved", "source_claims": [ { "source_id": "ecoflow-delta-2-manual-pdf-2022", "value": 3000 }, { "source_id": "ecoflow-delta-2-manual-2026", "value": 4000 } ], "note": "The current online manual and the still-hosted V1.0 PDF disagree, so no cycle-life value is selected for comparison." } ] }, { "id": "anker-solix-c1000", "name": "Anker SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station", "model": "C1000", "brand": "Anker SOLIX", "category": "storage", "product_type": "portable_power_station", "catalog_scope": "exact_model", "market_regions": ["US"], "market": "US available", "summary": "LiFePO4 portable power station with an MPPT solar input for storing energy and powering connected devices.", "best_for": "People comparing movable LFP battery storage that can charge from compatible solar panels.", "watch_for": "This is not a grid-tie microinverter. It needs compatible panels and cannot establish a legal interconnection path by itself.", "link": "https://www.ankersolix.com/products/c1000", "link_label": "View official product", "research": { "level": "manufacturer_documented", "last_checked": "2026-09-04" }, "specifications": { "battery": { "nominal_capacity_wh": 1056, "chemistry": "LFP", "cycle_life_to_80_percent": 3000, "maximum_expanded_capacity_wh": 2112 }, "solar_input": { "maximum_power_w": 600, "voltage_v_min": 11, "voltage_v_max": 60, "controller": "MPPT" }, "ac_output": { "outlets": 6, "continuous_power_w": 1800, "surge_power_w": 2400, "waveform": "pure_sine_wave" }, "physical": { "width_mm": 376, "depth_mm": 205, "height_mm": 267, "weight_kg": 12.9 }, "interfaces": { "communications": ["Wi-Fi", "Bluetooth"] }, "warranty": { "term_years": 5 } }, "sources": [ { "id": "anker-solix-c1000-product-2026", "kind": "official_product_page", "title": "Anker SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station", "publisher": "Anker SOLIX US", "url": "https://www.ankersolix.com/products/c1000", "accessed_on": "2026-09-04" } ], "evidence": [ { "id": "c1000-battery", "path": "/specifications/battery", "source_ids": ["anker-solix-c1000-product-2026"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "c1000-solar", "path": "/specifications/solar_input", "source_ids": ["anker-solix-c1000-product-2026"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "c1000-ac", "path": "/specifications/ac_output", "source_ids": ["anker-solix-c1000-product-2026"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "c1000-physical", "path": "/specifications/physical", "source_ids": ["anker-solix-c1000-product-2026"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "c1000-interfaces", "path": "/specifications/interfaces", "source_ids": ["anker-solix-c1000-product-2026"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" }, { "id": "c1000-warranty", "path": "/specifications/warranty", "source_ids": ["anker-solix-c1000-product-2026"], "claim_type": "manufacturer_claim" } ] }, { "id": "renogy-eflex-200w", "name": "Renogy E.Flex 200W Portable Solar Panel", "brand": "Renogy", "category": "solar-panel", "product_type": "portable_solar_panel", "catalog_scope": "exact_model", "market_regions": ["US"], "market": "US available", "summary": "Portable panel option for testing exposure, backup charging, and low-commitment solar use without a permanent mount.", "best_for": "Early experiments, portable charging, and learning how much generation your space can realistically capture.", "watch_for": "Portable panels are convenient, but secure balcony mounting and wind safety still matter.", "link": "https://www.renogy.com/products/renogy-e-flex-200w-portable-solar-panel?source=app-embed", "link_label": "View official product", "research": { "level": "unresearched", "last_checked": null } }, { "id": "jackery-solarsaga-100w", "name": "Jackery SolarSaga 100W Solar Panel", "brand": "Jackery", "category": "solar-panel", "product_type": "portable_solar_panel", "catalog_scope": "exact_model", "market_regions": ["US"], "market": "US available", "summary": "Portable, foldable 100W solar panel that connects to a compatible power station for off-grid and backup charging.", "best_for": "Low-commitment experiments and pairing with a portable power station to see how much sun your balcony can realistically capture.", "watch_for": "It needs a compatible power station or charge controller, and real output depends on sun exposure; it is not a complete grid-tie system.", "link": "https://www.jackery.com/products/solarsaga-100w-solar-panel", "link_label": "View official product", "research": { "level": "unresearched", "last_checked": null } } ] }