APsystems DS3 vs Duracell D600-M2A

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The APsystems DS3 is the better microinverter overall, rated 4.7 to 4.3. The APsystems DS3 leads on value and efficiency. The APsystems DS3 costs $4.31 less ($193.19 vs $197.50).

APsystems DS3 vs Duracell D600-M2A

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.

Which should you buy?

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 DS3Duracell D600-M2A
Overall rating4.7/54.3/5
Value 25%73 $0.22 per watt ($193.19, 880 W)42 $0.33 per watt ($197.50, 590 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 20 A per input100 20 A per input
Warranty 25%100 25-year warranty100 25-year warranty

Specifications

APsystems DS3Duracell D600-M2A
Output
Panel inputs22
AC output880 W590 W
Grid voltage240 V split phase or 208 V240 V
CEC efficiency97%96.5%
Peak efficiency97.3%-
Panel input
Largest panel660 W450 W
Current per input20 A20 A
MPPT range28 to 45 V22 to 55 V
Listing and build
UL 1741YesYes
Rapid shutdownYesYes
Monitoringgateway (sold separately)power line to a gateway
EnclosureNEMA 6IP67 (NEMA 6)
Weight6.8 lb-
Warranty25 years25 years
Released2021-09-

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