EG4 12kPV
For grid-tied homes that want battery backup and net metering from a mid-size inverter. Pay the premium over the XP line only if you need grid sell or an outdoor install.
Signature Solar $2,999.99 Shop Solar Kits $2,999.99$2,999.99
The EG4 12kPV is the better hybrid solar inverter overall, rated 4.2 to 4.0. The EG4 12kPV leads on value. The EG4 12kPV costs $735.01 less ($2,999.99 vs $3,735).
Fortress Power Envy 8K
For grid-tied homes with moderate backup needs that want an outdoor hybrid with export and US-based support.
Wind & Sun $3,735$3,735
Prices were last checked October 23, 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 EG4 12kPV for value ($375 per kW of continuous output vs $467 per kW of continuous output).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 120/240 V split-phase hybrid solar inverter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | EG4 12kPV | Fortress Power Envy 8K |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 65 $375 per kW of continuous output | 47 $467 per kW of continuous output |
| Solar input 20% | 68 12,000 W of panels, 600 V max, 2 MPPTs | 74 13,000 W of panels, 600 V max, 2 MPPTs |
| Efficiency 20% | 70 94% peak efficiency, 55 W idle | 63 94% peak efficiency, 70 W idle |
| Features 15% | 100 UL 1741 listed, Wi-Fi app, parallel stacking, grid sell-back, generator input, battery communication | 100 UL 1741 listed, Wi-Fi app, parallel stacking, grid sell-back, generator input, battery communication |
| Warranty 15% | 100 10-year warranty | 100 10-year warranty |
Specifications
| EG4 12kPV | Fortress Power Envy 8K | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Output voltage | 120/240 V split-phase | 120/240 V split-phase |
| Continuous output | 8,000 W | 8,000 W |
| Surge | 16,000 W | 16,000 W |
| Peak efficiency | 94% | 94% |
| CEC efficiency | 96.4% | 96.5% |
| Idle draw | 55 W | 70 W |
| Transfer time | 20 ms | 20 ms |
| Parallel units | Up to 10 units | Up to 10 units |
| Solar | ||
| Max PV power | 12,000 W | 13,000 W |
| Max PV voltage (Voc) | 600 V | 600 V |
| MPPT range | 120 to 500 V | 170 to 500 V |
| MPPT trackers | 2 | 2 |
| PV current per tracker | 25 A | 25 A |
| Runs without battery | - | Yes |
| Battery and grid | ||
| Battery voltage | 48 V | 48 V |
| Battery types | Lithium, lead-acid | Lithium, lead-acid |
| Max charge current | 167 A | 167 A |
| Battery communication | Yes | Yes |
| Grid sell-back | Yes | Yes |
| Generator input | Yes | Yes |
| UL 1741 | UL 1741 SB | UL 1741 SB |
| Build | ||
| App monitoring | Included | Included |
| Enclosure | NEMA 4X | IP65 (NEMA 4X) |
| Dimensions | 29.5 x 20.5 x 11.2 in | 29.5 x 20.5 x 11.23 in |
| Weight | 110 lb | 110 lb |
| Warranty | 10 years | 10 years |
| Released | 2024-06 | 2023-06 |