Enphase IQ8HC
#2 in One panelFull review
The Enphase choice for today’s 450 W and larger panels. It gets the most output per panel in the line at its lowest price per watt.
altE $161 US Solar Supplier $185.44 Signature Solar $239.75$161
The Enphase IQ8HC is the better microinverter overall, rated 4.0 to 3.9. The Enphase IQ8HC leads on efficiency. The Enphase IQ8HC costs $38 less ($161 vs $199).
Hoymiles HMS-500-1T-NA
#4 in One panelFull review
A single panel inverter for big 500 W+ panels where shade or odd roof planes call for one inverter per panel. For a plain array, a Hoymiles four panel unit costs much less per watt.
Self2Solar $199$199
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?
- Choose the Enphase IQ8HC for efficiency (97% CEC weighted efficiency vs 96.5% CEC weighted efficiency).
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 IQ8HC | Hoymiles HMS-500-1T-NA |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 26 $0.42 per watt ($161, 384 W) | 26 $0.42 per watt ($199, 475 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 | 60 96.5% CEC weighted efficiency |
| Input current 15% | 50 14 A per input | 50 14 A per input |
| Warranty 25% | 100 25-year warranty | 100 25-year warranty |
Specifications
| Enphase IQ8HC | Hoymiles HMS-500-1T-NA | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Panel inputs | 1 | 1 |
| AC output | 384 W | 475 W |
| Grid voltage | 240 V split phase or 208 V | 240 V split phase or 208 V |
| CEC efficiency | 97% | 96.5% |
| Peak efficiency | 97.3% | 96.5% |
| Panel input | ||
| Largest panel | 540 W | 670 W |
| Current per input | 14 A | 14 A |
| MPPT range | 29.5 to 45 V | 16 to 60 V |
| Listing and build | ||
| UL 1741 | Yes | Yes |
| Rapid shutdown | Yes | Yes |
| Monitoring | gateway (sold separately) | gateway (sold separately) |
| Enclosure | NEMA 6 | IP67 (NEMA 6) |
| Weight | 2.4 lb | 3.9 lb |
| Warranty | 25 years | 25 years |
| Released | 2024-01 | - |