Solar Inverters for Homes & Businesses in Zimbabwe
Your appliances deserve safe, consistent electricity. A good inverter protects them from ZESA voltage spikes, keeps your home powered, and works seamlessly with solar and batteries.
What Is a Solar Inverter?
A solar inverter is the control centre of your solar system. It converts the DC power stored in your batteries and generated by solar panels into AC power—exactly what your appliances use.
Without it, your solar panels and batteries can’t run your TV, fridge, lights, borehole pump, or business equipment.
A proper solar inverter is also not the same as a cheap “power inverter” or generator. Power inverters often produce unstable electricity. Generators are noisy, require fuel, and don’t protect your appliances. A solar inverter delivers clean, regulated, long-term power.
Types of Solar Inverters
Hybrid Inverters
Hybrid inverters have become the default choice for most Zimbabwean homes and businesses. Why? They can use solar, ZESA, and battery power at the same time—and automatically switch between them when load shedding hits.
Why people choose hybrids:
Ideal for unpredictable ZESA supply
Built-in solar charge controller (usually MPPT)
Seamless switching during load shedding
Efficient battery charging
Works with lithium, AGM and gel batteries
A hybrid inverter is the most flexible option if you want solar + battery + ZESA integration in one device.
Off-Grid Inverters
Off-grid inverters operate without any connection to ZESA. That makes them perfect for farms, rural homesteads, mines, irrigation setups, and sites where the grid is unreliable or unavailable.
Where off-grid inverters shine:
Remote locations
Borehole pumps
Workshops
Schools and clinics in rural areas
They usually come with high battery compatibility and strong surge power—useful for motors and heavy loads.
How to Choose the Right Solar Inverter
Buying an inverter isn’t about guessing a kW number. The right choice depends on your appliances, usage patterns and future plans.
Key factors to evaluate:
Power Rating (kW)
Determines what you can run at the same time.
Surge Power
Important for fridges, pumps, borehole motors, compressors and microwaves.
Battery Compatibility
Check support for:
Gel
AGM
Lithium (LiFePO4)
Efficiency Rating
Higher efficiency = less wasted energy = better performance.
Build Quality & Warranty
Avoid unknown brands with no service support.
Service & After-Sales Support
Critical in Zimbabwe where parts, warranty handling and firmware updates matter.
Popular Brands in Zimbabwe
Budget: MUST, SAKO
Mid-Range: Kodak
Premium: Deye, Sunsynk
Each has strengths depending on your budget and performance expectations. Explore more in our review of the top five solar inverters in Zimbabwe.
What Size Inverter Will Run a House?
Home Essentials Backup (TV + Lights + Router + Fridge)
→ 1kW–3kW hybrid inverter
Small Business (Computers + Printer + Lights)
→ 3kW–5kW
Full Home or SME
→ 5kW–8kW+
Borehole Pump or Heavy Machinery
→ 8kW–12kW+
Check out our guide on how to correctly size your inverter. If you’re unsure, send your appliance list. We’ll size it correctly.
Solar Inverter Prices in Zimbabwe (2025 Guide)
Entry-Level (MUST, SAKO)
Affordable, basic features, good for small setups. Check out our MUST inverter review for more.
Premium-Level (Deye, Sunsynk)
Higher efficiency, more protections, better solar input, cleaner power, long warranties.
Typical Price Ranges by Size
3kW inverters: Budget to mid-tier range
5kW inverters: Most popular class, broad price spread
8kW+ inverters: For large homes and commercial setups
What affects price?
Brand and warranty
Battery type and size
Number of solar panels
Installation requirements
Surge rating
Monitoring features (WiFi, apps)
Why Choose Us?
Deep experience installing solar systems in Zimbabwe
Fast WhatsApp support for quotes, sizing and troubleshooting
Tailored options for homes, SMEs and farms
Clean, professional installations
Support with warranties and replacement parts
Honest advice on sizing and brand selection
Installation Process
1. Site Assessment
We check your power needs, roof, wiring and ZESA situation.
2. System Sizing
We match inverter size, battery storage and panel capacity.
3. Installation
Inverter + battery + panel integration done correctly and neatly.
4. Testing & After-Sales Support
We check everything and provide ongoing help when needed.
Timeline: 1–2 days for most installations.
FAQs
Which inverter is best for Zimbabwe?
Hybrid inverters are the most practical because they handle solar, ZESA and battery power seamlessly.
Can an inverter work without solar panels?
Yes. It can run on ZESA + batteries. You can add panels later.
Hybrid vs off-grid inverter – what’s the difference?
Hybrid = ZESA + Solar + Battery
Off-grid = Solar + Battery only
How long does a 5kVA inverter last?
Good brands last 5–10 years with proper installation and ventilation.
What size inverter do I need for a fridge?
At least 1kW–1.5kW with good surge power. WhatsApp us your appliance list and get the correct inverter size + quote.
