A two panel unit for 360 to 420 W panels. At the same price the HMS-1000 is the better buy unless your panels are small.
Self2Solar $269The Hoymiles HMS-800-2T-NA is the better microinverter overall, rated 4.0 to 3.4. The Hoymiles HMS-800-2T-NA leads on warranty and efficiency. The APsystems EZ1-LV wins on input current and value. The Hoymiles HMS-800-2T-NA costs $30 less ($269 vs $299).
For a small two panel system that plugs into an outlet circuit where your utility allows it. For a permanent roof array, a 240 V unit has a longer warranty and better efficiency.
APsystems $325 Shop Solar Kits $299 US Solar Supplier $299.99Prices 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?
- Choose the Hoymiles HMS-800-2T-NA for warranty (25-year warranty vs 12-year warranty) and efficiency (96.5% CEC weighted efficiency vs 95% CEC weighted efficiency).
- Choose the APsystems EZ1-LV for input current (18 A per input vs 14 A per input) and value ($0.33 per watt ($299, 900 W) vs $0.37 per watt ($269, 720 W)).
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 weight | Hoymiles HMS-800-2T-NA | APsystems EZ1-LV |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 25% | 34 $0.37 per watt ($269, 720 W) | 43 $0.33 per watt ($299, 900 W) |
| Grid listing 20% | 100 UL 1741 listed, meets rapid shutdown | 100 UL 1741 listed, meets rapid shutdown |
| Efficiency 15% | 60 96.5% CEC weighted efficiency | 0 95% CEC weighted efficiency |
| Input current 15% | 50 14 A per input | 100 18 A per input |
| Warranty 25% | 100 25-year warranty | 35 12-year warranty |
Specifications
| Hoymiles HMS-800-2T-NA | APsystems EZ1-LV | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Panel inputs | 2 | 2 |
| AC output | 720 W | 900 W |
| Grid voltage | 240 V split phase or 208 V | 120 V |
| CEC efficiency | 96.5% | 95% |
| Peak efficiency | 96.7% | 96% |
| Panel input | ||
| Largest panel | 540 W | 660 W |
| Current per input | 14 A | 18 A |
| MPPT range | 16 to 60 V | 27 to 45 V |
| Listing and build | ||
| UL 1741 | Yes | Yes |
| Rapid shutdown | Yes | Yes |
| Monitoring | gateway (sold separately) | Wi-Fi built in |
| Enclosure | IP67 (NEMA 6) | NEMA 6 |
| Weight | 7 lb | 9.3 lb |
| Warranty | 25 years | 12 years |
| Released | - | 2026-07 |
