For large arrays of 450 W+ panels where cost per watt matters most. It handles the biggest panels on sale today.
Self2Solar $389
A low cost way to run four 360 to 600 W panels from one inverter, priced below the smaller HMS-1600.
- 1,660 WAC output
- 4Panels
- YesUL 1741
- 25 yearsWarranty
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- Four panels per unit means a quarter of the inverters to mount and wire
- Costs less than the HMS-1600 while putting out more
- A 15 A input on each panel handles modern high current panels
- Meets rapid shutdown and carries a 25 year warranty
- One unit failing takes four panels offline
- Monitoring needs a Hoymiles DTU gateway, sold separately
The Hoymiles HMS family
Every Hoymiles HMS model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own panel count.
| Model | AC output | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoymiles HMS-500-1T-NA | 475 W | 3.9/5 | $199 |
| Hoymiles HMS-800-2T-NA | 720 W | 4.0/5 | $269 |
| Hoymiles HMS-1000-2T-NA | 958 W | 4.3/5 | $269 |
| Hoymiles HMS-1600-4T-NA | 1,440 W | 4.2/5 | $379 |
| Hoymiles HMS-1800-4T-NA (this one) | 1,660 W | 4.3/5 | $369 |
| Hoymiles HMS-2000-4T-NA | 1,918 W | 4.5/5 | $389 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its panel count. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | HMS-1800-4T-NA |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Panel inputs | 4 |
| AC output | 1,660 W |
| Grid voltage | 240 V split phase or 208 V |
| CEC efficiency | 96.5% |
| Peak efficiency | 96.5% |
| Panel input | |
| Largest panel | 600 W |
| Current per input | 15 A |
| MPPT range | 16 to 60 V |
| Listing and build | |
| UL 1741 | Yes |
| Rapid shutdown | Yes |
| Monitoring | gateway (sold separately) |
| Enclosure | IP67 (NEMA 6) |
| Weight | 12.3 lb |
| Warranty | 25 years |
| Released | 2023-01 |
Alternatives in this panel count
For four panels of 320 to 540 W, but the HMS-1800 costs less for more output, so buy this only if it is cheaper where you shop.
Self2Solar $379An older four panel design for 300 to 450 W panels. The newer HMS-1800 and HMS-2000 cost the same or less and take more current.
Self2Solar $387.50Compare
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