APsystems DS3 vs Hoymiles HMS-1000-2T-NA

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, input current and efficiency. The APsystems DS3 costs $75.81 less ($193.19 vs $269).

APsystems DS3 vs Hoymiles HMS-1000-2T-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.

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 DS3Hoymiles HMS-1000-2T-NA
Overall rating4.7/54.3/5
Value 25%73 $0.22 per watt ($193.19, 880 W)55 $0.28 per watt ($269, 958 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 input75 16 A per input
Warranty 25%100 25-year warranty100 25-year warranty

Specifications

APsystems DS3Hoymiles HMS-1000-2T-NA
Output
Panel inputs22
AC output880 W958 W
Grid voltage240 V split phase or 208 V240 V split phase or 208 V
CEC efficiency97%96.5%
Peak efficiency97.3%96.5%
Panel input
Largest panel660 W670 W
Current per input20 A16 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)
Weight6.8 lb7 lb
Warranty25 years25 years
Released2021-09-

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