Enphase IQ7
#10 in One panelFull review
A replacement or add-on for an existing IQ7 system with 60 cell panels. For a new array, an IQ8M or larger suits the bigger panels sold today.
Amazon $126.99$126.99
The Enphase IQ7 is the better microinverter overall, rated 3.6 to 3.5. The Enphase IQ7 leads on value. The Enphase IQ7 costs $27.82 less ($126.99 vs $154.81).
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Enphase IQ8
#12 in One panelFull review
For adding to or repairing an existing Enphase system with older 60 cell panels. On a new build with modern panels, an IQ8M or larger costs less per watt.
GoGreenSolar $154.81$154.81
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Enphase IQ7 for value ($0.53 per watt ($126.99, 240 W) vs $0.65 per watt ($154.81, 240 W)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every one panel microinverter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Enphase IQ7 | Enphase IQ8 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 9 $0.53 per watt ($126.99, 240 W) | 0 $0.65 per watt ($154.81, 240 W) |
| Grid listing 20% | 100 UL 1741 listed, meets rapid shutdown | 100 UL 1741 listed, meets rapid shutdown |
| Efficiency 15% | 80 97% CEC weighted efficiency | 80 97% CEC weighted efficiency |
| Input current 15% | 0 10 A per input | 0 10 A per input |
| Warranty 25% | 100 25-year warranty | 100 25-year warranty |
Specifications
| Enphase IQ7 | Enphase IQ8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Panel inputs | 1 | 1 |
| AC output | 240 W | 240 W |
| Grid voltage | 240 V split phase or 208 V | 240 V split phase |
| CEC efficiency | 97% | 97% |
| Peak efficiency | 97.6% | 97.7% |
| Panel input | ||
| Largest panel | 350 W | 350 W |
| Current per input | 10 A | 10 A |
| MPPT range | 27 to 37 V | 27 to 37 V |
| Listing and build | ||
| UL 1741 | Yes | Yes |
| Rapid shutdown | Yes | Yes |
| Monitoring | gateway (sold separately) | gateway (sold separately) |
| Enclosure | NEMA 6 | NEMA 6 |
| Weight | 2.4 lb | 2.4 lb |
| Warranty | 25 years | 25 years |
| Released | - | 2021-12 |