Best Home Solar Generator for 2023 (The Ultimate Guide)
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- Опубліковано 28 лип 2024
- We tested A LOT of whole home solar generators for this video, and here is what we found. By the end of the video, you'll have a clear picture of which is best for you. Download the spreadsheet here: cityprepping.tv/3TUxu3f
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CHAPTERS IN THIS VIDEO
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1:36 - Bluetti AC500
5:03 - Ecoflow Delta Pro
7:43 - Mango Power E
9:56 - Renogy Lycan 5000
12:40 - Zendure Superbase v6400
16:24 - How they compare
21:31 - Which would I recommend?
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PRODUCTS IN THIS VIDEO
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* Bluetti AC500: cityprepping.tv/3CPdtUz (video breakdown: • Portable Off-Grid Powe... )
* Ecoflow Delta Pro: cityprepping.tv/43caXD3 (video breakdown: • When the Grid Goes Dow... )
* Renogy Lycan 5000: cityprepping.tv/3D00sYE (video breakdown: • Renogy Lycan 5000 - Ho... )
* Zendure Superbase v6400: cityprepping.tv/3pvXxTq (Use coupon code "City Prepping" until June 21st for 10% off) ... on Amazon: cityprepping.tv/3YCz0cE
* Mango Power E: cityprepping.tv/43HlUw8 ... use coupon code "CitypreppingMP"
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* Bluetti AC500: cityprepping.tv/3CPdtUz (video breakdown: ua-cam.com/video/yPeBobHquGA/v-deo.html)
* Ecoflow Delta Pro: cityprepping.tv/43caXD3 (video breakdown: ua-cam.com/video/mP9TlZdn3CA/v-deo.html)
* Renogy Lycan 5000: cityprepping.tv/3D00sYE (video breakdown: ua-cam.com/video/9WrIMeXxW24/v-deo.html)
* Zendure Superbase v6400: cityprepping.tv/3pvXxTq (Use coupon code "City Prepping" until June 21st for 10% off) ... on Amazon: amzn.to/3qu1ZT1
* Mango Power E: cityprepping.tv/43HlUw8 ... use coupon code "CitypreppingMP"
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I believe you owe your community a reason as to why we should not purchase an Inergy product. You convinced many people about the product and I believe we deserve your input as to why we should stay away...
I really like the renogy but it has a large footprint, so I like the bluetti because they can be stacked
When you say for example the delta pro can do 7200 watts continuous, does that mean if it's connected to (4) 400 watt solar panels receiving sun ?
If you are looking to use a solar generator in the 20-30Kw range, you should look at the other more home off-grid units, especially the Bluetti 800-900 series and not the AC500. I have an AC300 and it works very well for me and my purpose with it, but I would look at the more "total off-grid" models if being totally off the grid was my goal.
Bar none, you have one of/ the highest quality channels on YT! Your thorough, comprehensive, honest content is much appreciated. Thank you for all your efforts.
Your neighbors know where to go if the power goes out. You can probably power the whole neighborhood with that bad boy.
That’s a dangerous situation. It’s one thing to have a pool party because a station went, or was shut down.
If it’s a situation that will require months/years to rebuild Kris’ neighbors will turn on him for being prepared. He has water, food, and the gear to survive long term. They will use any justification they can to try and take what’s his.
I had to explain to my mother over the course of years that her closest neighbors will come to any justification to take her stuff”she’s old, we have kids”, etc.
My mother is a genuinely good person and the look on her face when she finally realized that what I told her can happen.
In NOLA groups of cops became mobile death squads and looters.
Seriously. If someone wants your stuff they’ll just whack you with a deer rifle from blocks away when you step outside. Then what’s yours is theirs. As easy as that.
@@drp1bb856 what's NOLA?
@@Brian-rr3nj Katrina
@@Brian-rr3njNew Orleans Louisiana
The data you present is priceless, making it so easy for anyone looking for this type of standby power to select the unit that best fits their needs. Thank you!
Been running most of my home on 2 Delta Pro head units each with 2 extra battery units since 1-31-23 without any significant issues. I charge the units mainly by solar and supplement AC charging on cloudy or rainy days. The grid is now my backup. The system works wonderfully and my once $250 per month electric bill is now between $26 and $44 per month. Super happy with the Decision to go with Ecoflow!
Naaah I prefer Bluetti over Delta flow ...
So you spent how much? $7500-$12000?
You're saving $150 a month on average...so it'll take you 6-9 years to get your money back...?
This is the review I needed - I think EchoFlow Delta Pro is the Generator I need. Thanks a bunch for sharing 💫
Where are your panels set up?
My brain just melted with all those numbers.
I have 2 Bluetti. I'm glad you spoke highly of it
I'm going a different route. For a long time, I was prepared to go all out with roof mounted panels and a Tesla power wall. After considering cost and how roof panels tell the world that I still have power in a prolonged grid down situation, I decided against that. I then considered the type of solar generators in this video. Much cheaper than roof panels and an installed battery backup. They also offer the flexibility of being able to be moved. That said, I decided to go even cheaper. I've found several 1 kw generators for less than a $1000. I figure I can get 2 or 3 for less than the cost of one of the generators mentioned in this vid. The way I see it, multiple cheap generators can be spread throughout my house rather than trying to run only a few appliance off one massive generator. Not to mention if I go with an expensive generator, I can't afford a backup if it fails. Also 1 kw generators are significantly lighter than most of the ones featured in the video.
Which 1 kw generator do you recommend? Also, can you run a mini-fridge on a 1 kw?
@@almaburns6562 I bought the Allwei 1200 power station on Amazon for $769. It even came with a 200 watt folding solar panel. I'm in the process of testing it still but it shows that it can run my little dorm fridge for 10 hours, a drill for 10 hours, my RV air conditioner for 2 hours and a small microwave for 42 minutes.
Absolutely fantastic. One of the best content creators on UA-cam. Right up there with the why files and honest outlaw!
Just purchased an Oupes 1800 with 2-100 panels. This will power everything I need. Who can afford those huge generators??? Not me.
These are more for powering a home. A huge set up with one of these is cheaper than getting electric ran where I live.
You absolutely have done the best break down on practical semi portable (if you move) and back up (only items you really need during grid down) of any one I've ever seen. And that is a lot of different break downs that I have gone through in the last few years after you got me in to getting a basic system. Thank you for what you do.
I would definitely go with the ecoflow delta pro.
Thank you for taking the time to test the numbers!
I have an EcoFlow DELTA 2 and I'm very happy with it.
@@rcx7093 thanks for the recommendation!
I heard and read so many reviews where people have bought multiple EcoFlow units and then had multiple failures
Thanks Kris! Shared this one with my son, he is getting into the solar energy stuff and hopefully this helps him. I really appreciate your thorough and honestly presented opinions and experience.
Great info! The ecoflow sounds better suited for our needs. Really appreciate the time you've taken to provide us with this information.
Clear information given, without background music, articulated, to an audience with facts. Excellent job.
that Bluetti AC500 with added batteries is a beast!
I like my Bluetti AC200P. It’s been working flawlessly for a couple years. Plus I have a GroWatt 3000 hooked to 4 12v 300 amp hr batteries wired in Series. These two power stations run almost everything in my home. I’m thinking about getting one more Growatt so I can hook 2 together and get 220 volts to run my dryer. But I have a clothes line out back so it’s not necessary this time of year.
Just an FYI - your ac200p can easily power an electric chainsaw like Oregon's 18" 1500 watt chainsaw, especially with a few 200w panels connected. Cut 16" C.Elm for 6.5 hrs on a sunny day and still had 85% power left at the end of the job. An arborist can easily pay off such a setup in a week, if they wanted it. Just my $0.02.
Wow you've done a lot of research on this. Can't imagine how much time this took. Thank you so much!
easily my favorite videos! Power and solar, mostly because that's one of the last major steps in my preparedness journey. Thanks Chris.
I got the AC500 and 2 batteries, and got them when they 1st came out so I saved a bunch. I was drawn to it because I can use it at my house and then take it with me in my 5th wheel and power that when I'm traveling. I also got the Bluetti portable solar panels. Thanks for the reviews.
Thank you, for taking the time to make this video. I haven't heard of Zendure before, it may cover all of our needs.
Appreciate all the technical details, saves us alot of time! Thanks for all you do!
I have done a lot of research behind Solar generators. Personally think the Bluetti technology is top notch plus the stackabilty and run life are amazing
Thanks for what you do Chris, this was very informational!
Thank you for your videos. You helped me through them last year.
Great comprehensive overview on genetations
Thank You!
You have the best information on this. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for all your great videos. I went with the BLUETTI AC300+B300 for my boat. The main reason was it allowed a direct 30A 120V shore power connection that none of the others did.
Good to know!
great info and i appreciate the variety of units shown. I went with Bluetti over a year ago with two AC300s and two B300 batteries. I use them every day and during the short days of winter i realized i needed more batteries. Recently one of the head units had a problem and Bluetti took care of it. Only issue was finding a box to ship it, I should have kept at least one of the old boxes. It was considerably cheaper last year than it is now, glad i bought when i did. Only regret is that i did not max out on the batteries from the beginning.
Do you have an emergency shutdown switch?
@@marktimbrook562 I am not sure what you mean by an emergency shutdown? i have my panels on a ground mount and there is a disconnect before the wiring goes into my house. the system is not grid connected and uses separate outlets powered only by the Bluetti system.
Great job.Your reviews always make clear straight and easy understanding of products capabilities and usage. Thanks Blue would be best for my cabin.
Nice deep dive ,, thanks for all time spent
I love how you break everything down. I currently have a solar system that is tied into the grid. I hope to someday soon get battery backup for our system but have no idea how that works.
If you shop around you can get the Ecoflow delta pro for way cheaper than the MSRP right now. I've seen them as low as $2400
Now this is how you do a review! Great detailed information! I still have to figure out what will work for me, but you no doubt help me already! THANK YOU!
Awesome content, I appreciate the research and information you've provided!
Love your format. Vital information on a complicated issue
Thanks for doing most of the legwork for us!
Thank you for the detailed reviews 😊
Thank you again for all you provide us.
Thanks for updating this. Great info as always
You really put a lot of effort and information in this video. Thank you very much. You saved me many hours of additional research.
I bought a Westinghouse 9500 duel fuel. It runs my whole house plus the air-conditioned, no problem.
I bought the same gene, having trouble with the electric start though.
Thank for you putting this info together Kris😁
thanks for making the spreadsheet available.
This information is pure gold. Is a little discouraging that some prices are prohibitive for some people, nonetheless there are other ways to power our homes during a disaster. I appreciate your insights regarding this options.
This is the best video out right now, thank you
Thank you, glad we waited to purchase. Much appreciate your comparison
I have an Ecoflow and a Generark, but they're only for short term back up. Say a few days without power, and I"m trying to limp along keeping the fridge going (one hour on, 3 hours off, and you don't open the fridge/freezer unless you really have to do so). What's glossed over during the sales pitches, is how long it takes to recharge the things using solar. 8 hours, and that's at PEAK sun input. So basically, you'd have it recharging all day, and it would run out in about 4 hours of reasonable use. I completely overestimated how useful it would be, but, if you're just trying to last until they get power back on, it's quite able to do so. If it's SHTF, then power it up all day, forget the fridge, and you're using it for a toaster oven and coffee maker, maybe a microwave. Trying to run a room heater? No way, it would drain them in no time. However, if I had someone that was on a cpap or something, then sure, you'd probably be okay, switching one to the other. I think of them as a crutch, and that's all. They're expensive for what you get, but I wanted several layers of capability and this is just one.
Yep, gotta understand their limitations.
Wow! Wow! Wow! I commented on another of your videos before I subscribed. I will definitely say I am ignorant to solar generators. This video is absolutely awesome. You even answered my question from the other video. I will save this and see which of these works best for me. Thank you, thank you, thank you! I am going to save this video and use it for future reference. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Thank you for the breakdown and your knowledge.
I bookmarked this video. Thank you for putting in all the detail. I get overwhelmed trying to decide which one to invest in beyond the EGO power station we have. We have EGO products, and the batteries are pretty robust. Power station holds 4, and has similar bells and whistles of other power generators. But as with any prep item, 2 is 1 and 1 is none. I want redundancy but in a different form. I've sniffed around EcoFlow and Bluetti, but you provided a few more options I hadnt yet looked at. Much appreciated. Take care!
Man, that’s a lot of portable power 💪🏻
I think I got my generator fix for awhile😂Thank you sir!
Mornin Kris, I really like the cool factor of the Lycan reminds me of my sound guy jobs from hair band days.
Appreciate you sharing such useful information!
Thank you for all you do
Lots of information. thxs for taking time. Ecoflow I really like.
Thanks for your time and efforts getting this info to us.
I like your reviews in this one to tell you that for truth I like this review to tells me what I want and what I'd hold off on getting.
The Ecoflow Delta Pro is the most cost efficient portable solar generator system at a more affordable price. The Zendure is the most expensive setup. You’d be better off paying a company to install a solar system setup than paying for a maxed out Zendure solar generator system.
This was awesome. I’m in the market for a solar backup just to run my pool. Great info. Initially I’m thinking eco flow. Thank you for one of the best breakdowns
Thank you so much for this!
Great info! Your videos really help me with my research.
Awesome video and great breakdown as usual. You are in my experience one of the best youtuguys out there
Thanks for info in one place
Excellent review - Thanks! EcoFlow shines when it comes to fast charging!
Thank you very much for taking your time to put this video and spreadsheet together for us! Sub.
Those bluetti's are so cool.
My choice if I could would be the Ecoflow because that is one that you previous show in your videos, you like it and it works great since youve been using them. I have a small Enginestar 300 that runs my nebilizer, phones etc. Hopefully I can get a larger watt one.
Thank You again for your time. Stay Safe God Bless.
Thanks Appreciate Expertise Professional Presentation Comparisons we need to know unable to do ourselves
I am glad you did this comparison I am still drawn to the Bluetti I want to separate myself from the grid and this unit seems to cover all the bases I have lived off grid for many years and can live on less energy then most so thanks it gives me a better look at the other units in this field
Biolite's CampStove line-up would probably complement your setup, as the thermodynamic generator built in to their stoves generate a 5v 2.1+ amp power output when the unit burns bio-materials such as sticks and woodchips, Just 1 more tool for the tool box. ;)
I have the ac500 great unit I have 2 unit's powers my entire house 2 electric water heaters and ac .....everything
Thanks for the info
Great job! Thank you.
Good job, as always! Thanks! 👍🏼🇺🇸
Simple is good.... UPS: If the AC Grid power goes out, the generator will switch within a few milliseconds to the battery inverted AC to your connected devices so they will continue operating without any interruption. So, for example, if you are working on your computer and the AC power is cut off, your computer will receive AC power almost instantly from your station and you can safely continue using your computer. The same for a CPAP unit; your unit will continue to operate normally, even if the AC grid power is cut off.
Excellent summary!
I went with the bluetti AC300 I’m happy with it. If I had to do it all over again I thing the delta series is the best for preppers. Having duel fuel generators and ac units and all the other cool stuff they offer is right up a preppers ally
Kinda jealous of your multi-battery modular options vs the single add-on battery option for the ac200p . Also dig how the ac300 allows wind-power to be added into the system to supplement the charging of the unit/batteries. Enjoy!
I have 2 Ac500(similar to the Ac300) I do like all the gadgets ecoflow has but the raw power is wat im after so i over all am pleased with my units can run the entire house every thing is electric oven stove ...water heater etc and it can run everything including the ac
Greetings and prayers from Northern Ontario 🇨🇦
Very helpful. Thank you!
Excellent review!
Thank you so much for this helpful information.
Excellent information that will make it easy for for many to decide the best solution for them. Great Job!
Great comparison. Thanks.
This was a thorough great review. Good info
Great review! Thanks
Thank you!
Love this info
amazing review ... thank you!
Outstanding and complete explanation. I own two Delta Pro each one with the extra battery and has worked perfectly for me. In addition, I own the Bluetti ac2000p with the b230 extra battery. I might consider an upgrade with the AC500 with the additional extra battery. I thank you for the given advice. Hurricane season just started in Puerto Rico so I’m providing to all my toys their quality control respectively. Where are you located? Thanks for your continuous commitment.👏🏽🙏🏻
I'm new to this technology. Bluetti had the AC 200 Max at $800 off and the expansion battery was $400 off here in Canada. So I bought one of each. I only wanted it for an emergency backup. I still haven't tried it yet. I have been stocking up on a few items. Between global warming and the possibility of a very bad War there is no time to procrastinate on preparedness. Very sorry to hear about this horrific hurricane down in Florida. Our prayers go out to these people and hope they are safe.
Thank you
Thank you,
Ecoflow for its price of entry and the scope of the project (a small office with a mini split and four computer monitors connected to my laptop). Great video, thank you!
AWESOME, THANKS, 👍 HOORAY
I think the eco flow would be best for me, because it offers a fuel backup.
Thanks for the information. I have a Jackery for my sum pump, and refrigerator. After see whole home prices. I’ll stick with what I got.
Great video. I’m sold on the eco flow line. The others seem very powerful but eco flow win hands down on its integrations with their other products.
Good reference video for when I replace my Patriot
Looking to get a generator myself this is great info. Can make better decisions with this info
Great info. At this point, if I go for an upgrade to my current portable system, then I'd actually go for the new Will Prose 48V portable system (3000w, 5kwh, 5kw input, all in the basic system, expandable at will at $1750/5kwh, buildable in 25 minutes per him) for a fraction of the cost.
Will prouse is awesome. He finds the price and quality sweet spot. Solid no frill testing with tear downs.