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Edinburgh Solar Compare — compare solar panels, inverters, batteries and installer quotes side-by-side. JA Solar vs Jinko, SolarEdge vs Enphase, GivEnergy vs Tesla. Free consultancy via our MCS-certified installer partner network. SP Distribution DNO. All EH postcodes.
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Edinburgh Solar Quick Comparison
Three popular Edinburgh setups, compared side-by-side. Get a quote tailored to your home in our 4-step survey.
Entry Level
£6,200
4kW solar PV only
- ✓JA Solar Tiger Neo 430W (10 panels)
- ✓Huawei SUN2000 string inverter
- ✓Roof mounting, cabling, DNO
- ✓MCS certificate via partner
- ✓0% VAT
- ✗No battery storage
- ✗No EV charger
Smart Home
£11,500
4kW solar + 9.5kWh battery
- ✓JA Solar Tiger Neo 430W (10 panels)
- ✓GoodWe GW6000-EH hybrid inverter
- ✓GivEnergy 9.5kWh AC battery
- ✓Octopus Flux compatible
- ✓App monitoring
- ✓MCS certificate via partner
- ✓0% VAT
Premium
£17,500
6kW solar + Tesla Powerwall 3
- ✓JA Solar Tiger Neo 440W (14 panels)
- ✓Enphase IQ8 microinverters
- ✓Tesla Powerwall 3 — 13.5kWh
- ✓Storm Watch + off-grid mode
- ✓EV charger ready
- ✓MCS certificate via partner
- ✓0% VAT
All prices include 0% VAT, MCS-certified installer partner, SP Distribution DNO notification, and MCS certificate. Final quote depends on roof assessment.
Edinburgh Solar Brand Guide 2026
We compare solar panel brands, inverters, and batteries so you don't have to. All data is brand-agnostic — we earn the same regardless of which brand you choose.
Solar Panel Brands
| Brand | Edinburgh Fit |
|---|---|
| JA Solar Tiger NeoRecommended | Best value |
| Jinko Tiger Neo | Premium efficiency |
| LONGi Hi-MO 6 | Half-cell, low-light |
| REC Alpha Pure | Premium aesthetics |
| SunPower Maxeon | Longest warranty |
Inverter Brands
| Brand | Best For |
|---|---|
| SolarEdge HD-WavePopular | Edinburgh tenements (shading) |
| Enphase IQ8 | Premium homes |
| Huawei SUN2000 | Cost-effective |
| GoodWe GW6000-EH | Battery-ready value |
| Solis 6.0 | Budget |
Battery Brands
| Brand | Approx Cost |
|---|---|
| GivEnergy 9.5kWhBest Value | ~£5,500 |
| Duracell Dura5 10kWh | ~£5,800 |
| Tesla Powerwall 3 | ~£9,100 |
| PylonTech US5000 | £5,500+ |
| Sungrow SBR | £6,500+ |
Prices are indicative for Edinburgh EH postcodes. Actual quotes depend on property survey. All brands available via our MCS-certified installer partner network.
Iain · EH4 — Davidsons Mains
Compared 3 quotes, chose smart home £11,500
3 hrs ago
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Compare Solar Panels
JA Solar vs Jinko vs LONGi vs REC vs SunPower. We explain the real differences, then connect you with MCS-certified installer partners for Edinburgh homes.
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GivEnergy vs Duracell vs Tesla Powerwall 3. Side-by-side capacity, cost, and app comparison — then quotes from our installer partner network.
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Every installer partner in our network holds MCS certification, appropriate insurance, and a strong Edinburgh track record.
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Edinburgh Expertise
We understand Edinburgh tenements, slate roofs, SP Distribution DNO, and local planning rules. Others miss these details.
Side-by-Side Brand Analysis
We break down JA Solar vs Jinko, SolarEdge vs Enphase, GivEnergy vs Tesla so you understand exactly what you're buying.
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All quotes include Home Energy Scotland grant advice, 0% VAT confirmation, and SEG tariff guidance at no extra cost.
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"Game changer. Edinburgh Solar Compare helped me understand the difference between inverter types before getting quotes. Ended up with a SolarEdge system that handles the shading from next door perfectly. Saving £140/month."
Andy
EH4, Edinburgh · January 2026
"Chose the Duracell battery via Craig's recommendation. The comparison tool showed me GivEnergy vs Duracell side by side which made the decision easy. Craig was really knowledgeable and patient throughout."
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EH10, Edinburgh · October 2025
"Eye opening savings. I had no idea how much prices varied between installers until Edinburgh Solar Compare got me 3 quotes. Saved over £1,800 vs the first quote I was given elsewhere."
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EH14, Edinburgh · September 2025
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Founder & Renewable Energy Consultant · Edinburgh Solar Compare
Craig founded Edinburgh Solar Compare to solve a real problem: Edinburgh homeowners getting wildly different quotes for identical systems, without knowing which brand or installer to trust. With a background in renewable energy consultancy and a network of pre-vetted MCS-certified installer partners across the Lothians, Craig's team provides honest, brand-agnostic comparison — free to use.
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