Best Home Solar Generator for 2023 (The Ultimate Guide)

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: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4HIc6KYfdaofaM) * Ecoflow Delta Pro: cityprepping.tv/43caXD3 (video breakdown: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4GchZ-QmdNmeaM) * Renogy Lycan 5000: cityprepping.tv/3D00sYE (video breakdown: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4jVeoCbjd2KaJY) * 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"

[@lehoang2067]

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[@looniebinjim4150]

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...

[@rbo350]

I really like the renogy but it has a large footprint, so I like the bluetti because they can be stacked

[@A.C.71]

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 ?

[@japanham5973]

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.

[@realjoanna]

My brain just melted with all those numbers.

[@mjones9639]

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!

[@Gozer_is_God]

Your neighbors know where to go if the power goes out. You can probably power the whole neighborhood with that bad boy.

[@drp1bb856]

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.

[@DMS20231]

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.

[@Brian-rr3nj]

​@@drp1bb856 what's NOLA?

[@hope4humanity222]

@@Brian-rr3nj Katrina

[@hummingmybizness]

​@@Brian-rr3njNew Orleans Louisiana

[@robotica6089]

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.

[@dadofjack1]

I have 2 Bluetti. I'm glad you spoke highly of it

[@JS-bh4ii]

Absolutely fantastic. One of the best content creators on KZbin. Right up there with the why files and honest outlaw!

[@SoilToSoul]

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.

[@lawandadunn-pelton347]

Great info! The ecoflow sounds better suited for our needs. Really appreciate the time you've taken to provide us with this information.

[@zacharyphelan]

easily my favorite videos! Power and solar, mostly because that's one of the last major steps in my preparedness journey. Thanks Chris.

[@DBRGB]

Clear information given, without background music, articulated, to an audience with facts. Excellent job.

[@PAballoonists]

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!

[@bc_usa]

Naaah I prefer Bluetti over Delta flow ...

[@A1KP]

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...?

[@pttp321]

This is the review I needed - I think EchoFlow Delta Pro is the Generator I need. Thanks a bunch for sharing 💫

[@thinkaboutit..ministries]

Where are your panels set up?

[@rumdog117]

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.

[@lannyrobinson]

Appreciate all the technical details, saves us alot of time! Thanks for all you do!

[@libertyoffroad1]

that Bluetti AC500 with added batteries is a beast!

[@jennbama]

Wow you've done a lot of research on this. Can't imagine how much time this took. Thank you so much!

[@galaxysearchers1]

Thank you, for taking the time to make this video. I haven't heard of Zendure before, it may cover all of our needs.

[@teo8424]

Great job.Your reviews always make clear straight and easy understanding of products capabilities and usage. Thanks Blue would be best for my cabin.

[@petenelson8136]

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.

[@rumdog117]

Thank you for your videos. You helped me through them last year.

[@williamb9060]

You have the best information on this. Keep up the great work.

[@mjohndrow]

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!

[@mjh1706]

You really put a lot of effort and information in this video. Thank you very much. You saved me many hours of additional research.

[@jimfleming6571]

Thanks for what you do Chris, this was very informational!

[@nancymcdaniel9474]

Great comprehensive overview on genetations Thank You!

[@tanyawilliamson3968]

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.

[@billbradley2480]

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.

[@Eekamouse01]

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.

[@mikekenney1947]

Love your format. Vital information on a complicated issue

[@chem.4919]

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.

[@almaburns6562]

Which 1 kw generator do you recommend? Also, can you run a mini-fridge on a 1 kw?

[@chem.4919]

@@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.

[@darylb8252]

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.

[@judyinman8267]

Good to know!

[@josemiranda3821]

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.

[@danielstevenson8484]

Nice deep dive ,, thanks for all time spent

[@bassnrat1812]

Awesome content, I appreciate the research and information you've provided!

[@philipsavilla9683]

Thank for you putting this info together Kris😁

[@mikecalabrese278]

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.

[@drp1bb856]

I would definitely go with the ecoflow delta pro. Thank you for taking the time to test the numbers!

[@rcx7093]

I have an EcoFlow DELTA 2 and I'm very happy with it.

[@drp1bb856]

@@rcx7093 thanks for the recommendation!

[@dieseldawg7132]

I heard and read so many reviews where people have bought multiple EcoFlow units and then had multiple failures

[@deanhubbard4378]

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

[@jeremiahdavis1616]

Thanks for updating this. Great info as always

[@hauntastic158]

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

[@CMarie404]

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!

[@stephensuter5016]

Thank you again for all you provide us.

[@gerg513]

Thanks for doing most of the legwork for us!

[@BpMetalMilitia]

Thank you for the detailed reviews 😊

[@deanowens5539]

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

[@jaimemartinez5341]

This is the best video out right now, thank you

[@Sum1snrg]

Awesome video and great breakdown as usual. You are in my experience one of the best youtuguys out there

[@teem9010]

thanks for making the spreadsheet available.

[@amberk2124]

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.

[@wbwright79]

Thank you very much for taking your time to put this video and spreadsheet together for us! Sub.

[@prayerwarrior424]

Thank you, glad we waited to purchase. Much appreciate your comparison

[@offgridtrek]

Excellent information that will make it easy for for many to decide the best solution for them. Great Job!

[@drcsep]

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.👏🏽🙏🏻

[@littleprepper887]

Thank you for the breakdown and your knowledge.

[@sixgunmiller6198]

Mornin Kris, I really like the cool factor of the Lycan reminds me of my sound guy jobs from hair band days.

[@Howiep65]

Lots of information. thxs for taking time. Ecoflow I really like.

[@bjoburn7821]

Thanks Appreciate Expertise Professional Presentation Comparisons we need to know unable to do ourselves

[@dawnbaker9274]

Thanks for your time and efforts getting this info to us.

[@jbson31]

Pecron 3000 is pretty good too, 3000 watts, 2000 inverter and good panels. Spent about $2800 for the generator and two 330 watt panels. If your more on the cheaper side it's a good deal.

[@TraciNewberry]

Great info! Your videos really help me with my research.

[@arnoldreiter435]

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.

[@marktimbrook562]

Do you have an emergency shutdown switch?

[@arnoldreiter435]

@@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.

[@acefire4050]

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.

[@jasonpendergraft4511]

I think I got my generator fix for awhile😂Thank you sir!

[@jfraz6246]

Man, that’s a lot of portable power 💪🏻

[@brianmcdaniel2693]

Thank you for all you do

[@Dadsplain]

Appreciate you sharing such useful information!

[@walkerbay6373]

Excellent review - Thanks! EcoFlow shines when it comes to fast charging!

[@robintaylor1084]

Just purchased an Oupes 1800 with 2-100 panels. This will power everything I need. Who can afford those huge generators??? Not me.

[@briananderson247]

These are more for powering a home. A huge set up with one of these is cheaper than getting electric ran where I live.

[@reep3x2]

Those bluetti's are so cool.

[@HyggeHomestead]

This was a thorough great review. Good info

[@vestanorman176]

Thanks for info in one place

[@wilbo3376]

Your generator/solar power videos do a realy good job explaining a complicated subject. Im starting to figure most of it out. The part Im not quite understanding for solar is how to figure out how many solar panels at whatever watt you'd need to keep these things charged daily if the power grid went down. Especially related to the amount of sun you get on a sunny day. For instance, does a single 100 w panel charge 100w per hour and need 10 hours of sun for every 1000w of the battery/generator? That may not be the best way to ask that question😂

[@bobstaples7147]

Thank you so much for this helpful information.

[@MrBrandoncal]

Thank you so much for this!

[@brittgayle467]

Excellent summary!

[@ti-guidou-mx4gr]

Greetings and prayers from Northern Ontario 🇨🇦

[@darthmelkor3099]

Looking to get a generator myself this is great info. Can make better decisions with this info

[@10tourch]

Great break down. I was thinking about the Bluetti, but now I think my needs calls for the eco flow. Thanks for all the hard work you put into this.

[@durgan5668]

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.

[@bcmmike]

Yep, gotta understand their limitations.

[@alexwilliams9900]

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.

[@MichaelR58]

Good informational video , thanks for sharing , God bless !

[@yinyinbun]

thanks kris for everything all the info you bring it Is appreciated I've learned a lot watching your channel and it will go along way in surviving this distribution of our country by design of our government military industrial complexe and we the peoples be damned so thanks again god bless you and your family

[@carmelschneider1265]

Thanks for the info

[@chickgirl1776]

Excellent review!

[@arielguzman2875]

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.

[@felixgallardo1783]

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!

[@davidcallanta2936]

Good job, as always! Thanks! 👍🏼🇺🇸

[@ericwitt4586]

Wow that’s a lot of power lol I’ve got a 2000 watts it does all I need at my cabin but I’d like to get one of those bigger ones for the home later on so thanks for that info on them it will surely help me 👍

[@libertyrogueoutdoors7369]

Awesome info! I still lean towards the Bluetti...I just do? Thanks for all you Do!

[@Dadsplain]

Great job! Thank you.

[@pdkrace]

I bought a Westinghouse 9500 duel fuel. It runs my whole house plus the air-conditioned, no problem.

[@jfmland]

I bought the same gene, having trouble with the electric start though.

[@Chris-dh1uc]

Very helpful. Thank you!

[@johngray4476]

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

[@Eekamouse01]

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. ;)

[@Ajacka916]

I have the ac500 great unit I have 2 unit's powers my entire house 2 electric water heaters and ac .....everything

[@pamelaarcher6122]

Good reference video for when I replace my Patriot

[@ullaodk]

Thank you so much for all the work you put into this. Love your spreadsheet 💡💡💡 Greetings from Denmark.

[@barrelando6714]

amazing review ... thank you!

[@WhisperingHills]

Great review! Thanks

[@willb3018]

Great comparison. Thanks.

[@Faithfulfamily]

I'm really thinking about setting up the Renogy system to run our freezer room. I'd run it full time on solar I think. As a farm gate farm the freezers are really a critical component of our sustainability.

[@ritakus9871]

I think the eco flow would be best for me, because it offers a fuel backup.

[@chancepaladin]

Glad you're covering the Zendure. I hope there's some kind of way they can get its total cycles up. Although still way better than lithium-ion.

[@allpharaohcious]

Actually they offer the exact same product in LiFePo4 battery, with same features, but double the cycle life (6,000) at slightly lower capacity, 4.2Kwh’s vs 6.4kwh’s, and lower price. Great trade off if you ask me 😊, it’s what I have.