APsystems DS3-L vs Hoymiles HMS-800-2T-NA

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The APsystems DS3-L is the better microinverter overall, rated 4.6 to 4.0. The APsystems DS3-L leads on value, input current and efficiency. The APsystems DS3-L costs $91.44 less ($177.56 vs $269).

APsystems DS3-L vs Hoymiles HMS-800-2T-NA

Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

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Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every two panel microinverter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightAPsystems DS3-LHoymiles HMS-800-2T-NA
Overall rating4.6/54.0/5
Value 25%69 $0.23 per watt ($177.56, 768 W)34 $0.37 per watt ($269, 720 W)
Grid listing 20%100 UL 1741 listed, meets rapid shutdown100 UL 1741 listed, meets rapid shutdown
Efficiency 15%80 97% CEC weighted efficiency60 96.5% CEC weighted efficiency
Input current 15%100 18 A per input50 14 A per input
Warranty 25%100 25-year warranty100 25-year warranty

Specifications

APsystems DS3-LHoymiles HMS-800-2T-NA
Output
Panel inputs22
AC output768 W720 W
Grid voltage240 V split phase or 208 V240 V split phase or 208 V
CEC efficiency97%96.5%
Peak efficiency97.3%96.7%
Panel input
Largest panel570 W540 W
Current per input18 A14 A
MPPT range28 to 45 V16 to 60 V
Listing and build
UL 1741YesYes
Rapid shutdownYesYes
Monitoringgateway (sold separately)gateway (sold separately)
EnclosureNEMA 6IP67 (NEMA 6)
Weight5.7 lb7 lb
Warranty25 years25 years
Released2021-09-

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