Device Comparison
Enphase IQ8 Microinverter vs Hoymiles HMS-2000-4T vs Solis S6-GR1P(0.7-3.6)K-M vs GoodWe DNS G3
A practical residential solar comparison for buyers deciding between microinverter and compact string-inverter approaches.
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Which To Choose
Start with the practical fit, then read the table.
Enphase IQ8 Microinverter
Best fit when a 0.24 kW inverter class, battery-ready planning, and backup requirements like backup requires compatible Enphase IQ Battery and IQ System Controller; not standalone..
Hoymiles HMS-2000-4T
Best fit when a 2 kW inverter class, backup requirements like no standalone backup output verified., and Home Assistant or local monitoring goals.
Solis S6-GR1P(0.7-3.6)K-M
Best fit when a 3.6 kW inverter class, backup requirements like no battery or backup output verified; grid-tied string inverter., and Home Assistant or local monitoring goals.
GoodWe DNS G3
Best fit when a 6 kW inverter class and backup requirements like no standalone backup or hybrid battery function verified; DNS G3 is a residential grid-tied PV string inverter, not a battery inverter..
Use this comparison when the choice is no longer just brand, but whether a microinverter layout or a more conventional compact string inverter fits the roof, budget, and monitoring goals better.
At A Glance
Key fit signals before the full table
A quick pass over the most decision-shaping details for each device in this featured comparison.
Enphase IQ8 Microinverter
- Rated power
- 0.24 kW
- Max PV input
- 0.35 kW
- MPPT trackers
- 1
- Battery ready
- Yes
Hoymiles HMS-2000-4T
- Rated power
- 2 kW
- MPPT trackers
- 4
- Battery ready
- No
- Backup
- No standalone backup output verified.
Solis S6-GR1P(0.7-3.6)K-M
- Rated power
- 3.6 kW
- Max PV input
- 5.4 kW
- MPPT trackers
- 1
- Battery ready
- No
GoodWe DNS G3
- Rated power
- 6 kW
- Max PV input
- 9 kW
- MPPT trackers
- 2
- Battery ready
- No
Before You Decide
Checks that matter before price.
- Match rated power and MPPT layout to the roof, not just the headline inverter size.
- Check whether battery-ready really means compatible with the battery path you want.
- Look at backup behavior early, because it can change wiring and quote complexity.
- Decide whether the vendor app is enough or whether local data access matters later.
| Install fit | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase support | Single-phase 240 V split-phase; 208 V only on IQ8H-208 variant. | Single-phase AC microinverter family; global model lists 220/230/240 V ranges and NA model lists 208/240 V ranges. | Single-phase 1/N/PE, 220/230 V AC, 50/60 Hz. | Single-phase residential grid-tied inverter; nominal AC output 220 / 230 / 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz. |
| Installation | Roof-mounted module-level microinverter installed under each PV module. | Module-level rooftop PV microinverter mounted behind solar modules and connected through Hoymiles AC trunk cabling by a qualified solar installer. | Wall-mounted IP66 single-phase residential grid-tied PV string inverter with MC4 DC and quick-plug AC connections. | Wall-mounted indoor/outdoor residential PV inverter installation; IP66 enclosure with natural-convection cooling and plug-and-play AC connector. |
| Measurement | Module-level DC-to-AC PV microinverter with one panel-level MPPT input. | Four-input grid-tied PV microinverter with independent MPPT and module-level monitoring through Hoymiles DTU / S-Miles monitoring context. | Single-phase grid-tied PV string inverter with MPPT PV input, export power control, RS485 and optional Wi-Fi/GPRS monitoring. | Single-phase residential grid-tied solar string inverter for PV DC-to-AC conversion with monitoring support. |
| Max current | 1.58 A | 8.7 A | 16 A | Unknown |
| Rated power | 0.24 kW | 2 kW | 3.6 kW | 6 kW |
| Inverter fit | ||||
| Max PV input | 0.35 kW | Unknown | 5.4 kW | 9 kW |
| MPPT trackers | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Battery ready | Yes | No | No | No |
| Backup support | Backup requires compatible Enphase IQ Battery and IQ System Controller; not standalone. | No standalone backup output verified. | No battery or backup output verified; grid-tied string inverter. | No standalone backup or hybrid battery function verified; DNS G3 is a residential grid-tied PV string inverter, not a battery inverter. |
| Monitoring | ||||
| Protocol | Enphase App / Enlighten | Hoymiles DTU / Monitoring | SolisCloud | Wi-Fi / RS485 / Modbus RTU / SunSpec / SEMS Portal |
| Local API | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Cloud dependency | Core PV conversion is local; Enphase cloud/app and IQ Gateway are used for monitoring, setup, updates and fleet services. | PV conversion is local hardware; DTU/S-Miles monitoring, portal visibility, fleet data, and remote monitoring depend on Hoymiles gateway/software services. | Core inverter operation is local; SolisCloud / optional Wi-Fi or GPRS monitoring is used for remote monitoring workflows. | Optional GoodWe SEMS/app cloud for monitoring; core grid-tied PV conversion is hardware-based. |
| Home Assistant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Solar fit | ||||
| Solar import/export | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Buying context | ||||
| Price range | About $150-$250 per microinverter before installation | About $300-$500 before installation | Installer supplied; hardware price varies by model and region | Unknown |
| Availability | North America / United States Enphase store and installer channels; regional IQ8 variants differ. | Global / Europe for HMS-1600/1800/2000-4T family; North America via HMS-1600/1800/2000-4T-NA variant. Local certification, cable set, and distributor availability vary by market. | Global Solis / Ginlong residential inverter range; exact model availability, grid-code certification, and installer supply vary by country. | Global GoodWe DNS G3 product family with regional model/certification availability; GoodWe provides Global, Europe, AMER, APAC, MEA and localized product/download routes. |
| Source check | ||||
| Last verified | Jun 25, 2026 | Jun 24, 2026 | Jun 25, 2026 | Jun 24, 2026 |
| Product page | Official page | Official page | Official page | Official page |
| Documentation | Official docs | Official docs | Official docs | Official docs |
Verdict
Choose Enphase or Hoymiles when module-level electronics make sense, and choose Solis or GoodWe when a smaller string-inverter path is the more practical fit for the install.
FAQ
Common decision questions.
Which solar inverter should I choose?
Choose the option that matches your installation constraints and data path first. For 4 solar inverter options, the full table is most useful after you know whether local data access, cloud convenience, backup behavior, solar visibility, or expansion matters most.
What should I check before comparing prices?
Check installation fit, required accessories, official documentation, monitoring platform support, and any unknown fields in the source-checked table. Price is only useful once those constraints are clear.
Can these devices work with local dashboards or Home Assistant?
Enphase IQ8 Microinverter, Hoymiles HMS-2000-4T, Solis S6-GR1P(0.7-3.6)K-M list Home Assistant support in the catalog. Enphase IQ8 Microinverter, Solis S6-GR1P(0.7-3.6)K-M are marked with local API support. Confirm firmware, region, and integration maturity before treating this as a final compatibility guarantee.
Are unknown fields a reason to avoid a device?
Not always. Unknown means the field was not confirmed from the reviewed source data. Treat it as a question for the installer, reseller, or manufacturer before making a purchase decision.
Does the verdict replace the specification table?
No. The verdict is a practical shortcut. Use the table to confirm the exact constraints that matter for your home, especially installation, monitoring, and support details.