A strong value for pairs of 450 to 600 W panels, with enough input current for big modern modules.
Self2Solar $269The Hoymiles HMS-1000-2T-NA rates 4.3 among two panel microinverters; the APsystems QS1 rates 3.6 among four panel ones. The Hoymiles HMS-1000-2T-NA costs $26 less ($269 vs $295).

A four panel unit for 300 to 450 W panels at a low price per watt, but check that your utility accepts UL 1741 SA and price the warranty extension.
APsystems $295Prices 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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different panel count classes (two panel and four panel), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own panel count peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Hoymiles HMS-1000-2T-NA | APsystems QS1 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 55 $0.28 per watt ($269, 958 W) | 64 $0.25 per watt ($295, 1,200 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 | 60 96.5% CEC weighted efficiency |
| Input current 15% | 75 16 A per input | 50 14 A per input |
| Warranty 25% | 100 25-year warranty | 25 10-year warranty |
Specifications
| Hoymiles HMS-1000-2T-NA | APsystems QS1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Panel inputs | 2 | 4 |
| AC output | 958 W | 1,200 W |
| Grid voltage | 240 V split phase or 208 V | 240 V split phase or 208 V |
| CEC efficiency | 96.5% | 96.5% |
| Peak efficiency | 96.5% | 96.5% |
| Panel input | ||
| Largest panel | 670 W | 525 W |
| Current per input | 16 A | 14 A |
| MPPT range | 16 to 60 V | 22 to 48 V |
| Listing and build | ||
| UL 1741 | Yes | Yes |
| Rapid shutdown | Yes | Yes |
| Monitoring | gateway (sold separately) | gateway (sold separately) |
| Enclosure | IP67 (NEMA 6) | NEMA 6 |
| Weight | 7 lb | 9.9 lb |
| Warranty | 25 years | 10 years |