Device Comparison
SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy vs SolarEdge Home Hub Inverter Single Phase vs Solis S6-EH1P vs Growatt MIN TL-XH
A single-phase hybrid-ready inverter comparison for homeowners balancing ecosystem depth, battery planning, and price positioning.
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Which To Choose
Start with the practical fit, then read the table.
SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy
Best fit when a 11.5 kW inverter class, battery-ready planning, and backup requirements like sMA Backup Secure supports up to 1,920 W backup; SMA Backup Select supports partial backup up to 5,760 W on higher SBSE-US power classes when configured..
SolarEdge Home Hub Inverter Single Phase
Best fit when a 11.4 kW inverter class, battery-ready planning, and backup requirements like conditional backup with SolarEdge Home Battery and Backup Interface; subject to local rules, firmware, 240 V standalone support, and installed battery rating..
Solis S6-EH1P(3-10)K-L-PLUS
Best fit when a 10 kW inverter class, battery-ready planning, and backup requirements like backup output supported; <10 ms switching and 200% overload for 10 s, system-dependent on battery and installer design..
Growatt MIN 2500-6000TL-XH
Best fit when a 6 kW inverter class, battery-ready planning, and backup requirements like conditional backup with compatible Backup Box accessory and ARK XH battery system..
Use this comparison when the shortlist includes battery-ready single-phase inverters and the right choice depends on ecosystem preference, monitoring style, and upgrade path.
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.
SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy
- Rated power
- 11.5 kW
- Max PV input
- 23.04 kW
- MPPT trackers
- 4
- Battery ready
- Yes
SolarEdge Home Hub Inverter Single Phase
- Rated power
- 11.4 kW
- Max PV input
- 22.8 kW
- Battery ready
- Yes
- Backup
- Conditional backup with SolarEdge Home Battery and Backup Interface; subject to local rules, firmware, 240 V standalone support, and installed battery rating.
Solis S6-EH1P(3-10)K-L-PLUS
- Rated power
- 10 kW
- Max PV input
- 16 kW
- MPPT trackers
- 2
- Battery ready
- Yes
Growatt MIN 2500-6000TL-XH
- Rated power
- 6 kW
- Max PV input
- 10 kW
- MPPT trackers
- 2
- Battery ready
- Yes
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 residential hybrid solar inverter family; SBSE-US models cover 240 V / 208 V 60 Hz North American service. | Single-phase or North American split-phase residential systems | Single-phase L/N/PE, 220 V / 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz. | Single-phase |
| Installation | Wall-mounted residential hybrid inverter, indoor/outdoor Type 3R / IP65. | Wall-mounted SolarEdge ecosystem hybrid inverter | Wall-mounted IP66 single-phase low-voltage hybrid energy-storage inverter; MC4 PV ports, terminal-block battery and AC connections, installer-configured. | Wall-mounted residential PV inverter; indoor or outdoor IP65 installation |
| Measurement | Hybrid PV and battery inverter telemetry for solar generation, battery charging/discharging, backup operation, and SMA home-energy monitoring. | Inverter telemetry for PV, battery, optimizer, and grid status | Single-phase low-voltage hybrid solar/storage inverter with PV MPPT input, 40-60 V battery connection, grid output, backup output, and generator input. | Single-phase battery-ready PV string inverter with dual MPPT input |
| Max current | 47.5 A | 47.8 A | 50 A | 27.2 A |
| Rated power | 11.5 kW | 11.4 kW | 10 kW | 6 kW |
| Inverter fit | ||||
| Max PV input | 23.04 kW | 22.8 kW | 16 kW | 10 kW |
| MPPT trackers | 4 | Unknown | 2 | 2 |
| Battery ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Backup support | SMA Backup Secure supports up to 1,920 W backup; SMA Backup Select supports partial backup up to 5,760 W on higher SBSE-US power classes when configured. | Conditional backup with SolarEdge Home Battery and Backup Interface; subject to local rules, firmware, 240 V standalone support, and installed battery rating. | Backup output supported; <10 ms switching and 200% overload for 10 s, system-dependent on battery and installer design. | Conditional backup with compatible Backup Box accessory and ARK XH battery system. |
| Monitoring | ||||
| Protocol | SMA Energy App / Sunny Portal | SolarEdge Monitoring Platform | SolisCloud | ShinePhone / ShineServer |
| Local API | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Cloud dependency | Hardware inverter operation continues without SMA cloud; SMA app and Sunny Portal support commissioning, monitoring, updates, and remote visibility. | SolarEdge Monitoring cloud is standard; local Modbus/SunSpec options depend on setup. | Core inverter and backup operation are hardware/local; SolisCloud is used for remote monitoring, smart remote control, AI optimisation, and troubleshooting. | Core inverter operation is local. Remote monitoring uses Growatt Shine app / web portal with optional Wi-Fi, GPRS, RF, or LAN communication. |
| Home Assistant | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Solar fit | ||||
| Solar import/export | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Buying context | ||||
| Price range | Installer supplied; hardware price varies by model and region | Installer supplied; hardware price varies by model and region | Installer supplied; hardware price varies by model and region | Installer supplied; hardware price varies by model and region |
| Availability | United States via SMA America SBSE-US distributor channels; international variants through regional SMA channels. | US, EU, UK, AU, selected markets | Global Solis product family with regional Solis sites and local distributor / installer availability; exact model availability varies by country and grid code. | International / regional Growatt markets where MIN 2500-6000TL-XH is offered; certification contexts include CE, AS/NZS 4777.2, CEI 0-21, VDE, UTE, EN 50549, IEC 62116, IEC 61727, and G98/G99. |
| Source check | ||||
| Last verified | Jun 19, 2026 | Jun 9, 2026 | Jun 18, 2026 | Jun 1, 2026 |
| Product page | Official page | Official page | Official page | Official page |
| Documentation | Official docs | Official docs | Official docs | Official docs |
Verdict
Choose SMA or SolarEdge for stronger premium ecosystem pull, Solis for a simpler hybrid-ready value path, and Growatt MIN TL-XH when battery readiness matters but budget pressure is real.
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?
SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy, SolarEdge Home Hub Inverter Single Phase, Solis S6-EH1P(3-10)K-L-PLUS, Growatt MIN 2500-6000TL-XH list Home Assistant support in the catalog. SMA Sunny Boy Smart Energy, SolarEdge Home Hub Inverter Single Phase, Solis S6-EH1P(3-10)K-L-PLUS 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.