🎙️EP9 – Where’s SolarEdge Gone? Why I’m Not Using It Anymore
SolarEdge has been a household name in solar installs for years. Optimisers, panel-level monitoring, fire safety integration, strong warranties — it was the system many of us trusted and fitted as standard.But in 2025, something feels different. You don’t see SolarEdge as much on roofs, in installer groups, or even across social media. Other brands have grabbed the spotlight. So the question is: Where’s SolarEdge gone? And why are some of us no longer using it?In this episode, Michael and Dan have an open and honest chat about their experiences with SolarEdge — the good, the bad, and the future.🔋 The battery problem – Why the Energy Bank is seen as too big, too heavy, and sometimes too late. We compare it to alternatives like Sigenergy and Anker SOLIX, and ask whether the new Nexus modular system can close the gap.⚡ Optimisers explained – More than just shade mitigation. How panel degradation, voltage balancing, and DC safety set SolarEdge apart… and whether competitors are catching up.🔥 Safety and insurance – Rapid shutdown, DC arc detection, and the growing pressure from insurers for safer installs. We ask if SolarEdge still has the edge, or if other brands are stepping in.🛠️ Real installer experiences – From heavy warranty swaps to the reality of lifting a 110kg battery, we share stories straight from site.🔄 Warranties and backwards compatibility – The upside of long product support, but also the challenge of steering a “big old tanker” in a fast-moving market.🌍 The bigger picture – How SolarEdge’s global operations, Israeli roots, and shifts to US manufacturing might shape its future.🔮 What next? – Will the Nexus range spark a comeback, or is it too little too late?SolarEdge isn’t just another inverter company — it helped define panel-level optimisation and set the standard for safety. But as new players enter the market with sleeker batteries, simpler commissioning, and flashy marketing, installers are questioning whether SolarEdge is still the best choice.For customers, it raises important questions too: if your installer no longer uses SolarEdge, should you? If you already have it on your roof, what does the future look like for your system?Michael admits he doesn’t install SolarEdge as much anymore — and explains why. Dan remains a huge fan of the technology and is excited to see what’s next. Together, they explore the balance between installer preference, customer needs, and industry innovation.Whether you’re an installer, supplier, or homeowner curious about your solar options, this is an episode packed with insights.🎧 Tune in to hear where SolarEdge stands today, what went wrong, and whether it can win back the market in 2025 and beyond.What we cover in this episode:Why this matters:Our take:
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