Is a Solar Generator Worth the Investment?

Is it worth buying a solar generator? The answer is yes. A solar generator is worth your investment. It provides long-term, affordable, clean, and sustainable energy, help you save on electricity costs, and serves as a backup power source for your home, helping you get through power outages.

Ampace is committed to making green energy convenient and accessible for every user. Our solar power solutions are not only efficient and portable but also a reliable choice for outdoor adventures or home emergencies.

Residential Solar

Rooftop solar systems are a solar power solution that many households are considering. To maximize the use of solar panels, they need to be placed at the optimal angle and position to improve solar energy absorption efficiency. You can invest in solar trackers, which can automatically adjust the panel’s angle throughout the day to follow the sun’s path.

The size of the solar system you need depends primarily on two factors: your household’s average daily energy consumption and the typical peak sunlight hours in your region. These factors also affect the overall cost of the system. According to the latest data from 2025, the average cost of a residential rooftop solar installation ranges between $18,500 and $25,000, depending on various considerations.

What Is a Solar Generator?

A solar generator consists of solar panels and a portable power station, used to capture solar energy and store it for later use. You can use one as a mobile power source, a home backup power source, or both. Portable solar generators are a reliable home backup power solution during outages and a convenient power source for off-grid travel. As the name suggests, standalone solar generators are smaller and easier to carry. Most portable generators are plug-and-play, requiring no professional installation.

The price of portable solar generators typically ranges from around $349 (Ampace Andes 300 with a 100W portable solar panel) to $2,749 (Ampace Andes 1500 with a 600W solar panel). Ampace portable solar generators are highly scalable in terms of power output and storage capacity, and they can accommodate a greater number of solar panels for solar charging.

Using the Ampace Andes 1500 with three 200W portable solar panels allows you to power your entire household during extended power outages. Ampace power stations feature a thin tempered glass design, with durability five times higher than comparable solar panels. Their IP67 protection rating makes them both waterproof and dustproof.

What Are the Benefits of Purchasing a Solar Generator?

Compared to traditional fossil fuel generators, solar generators have many significant advantages:

Clean, Renewable Energy
Solar generators use solar energy to produce electricity, a clean and renewable energy source. Compared to fossil fuel generators like gas or diesel, solar power systems emit no toxic gases or greenhouse gases, making them harmless to the environment. This eco-friendly characteristic makes them an ideal choice for sustainable development.

Reduced Long-Term Costs
Although the initial purchase cost of a solar generator may be higher than that of a traditional generator, in the long run, it can significantly save expenses. Solar energy is completely free to obtain. There is no need to pay for fuel costs and it will not be affected by the increase in fuel prices.

Solar generators have very low maintenance requirements and almost no maintenance requirements. Compared with fossil fuel generators, they need to regularly maintain mechanical parts, which is time-consuming and expensive.

Quiet Operation
Unlike the noise produced by traditional generators during operation, solar generators work completely silently. This quiet characteristic ensures they won’t disturb your life, making them ideal for residential areas, camping, or other settings where a quiet environment is needed.

Usage Flexibility
Solar generators consist of a backup battery and solar panels, which are typically easy to carry. You can place them in a car or carry them by hand, allowing you to move them anytime to meet the needs of outdoor activities.

Ampace Andes 1500+200W Portable Solar Panel

The Ampace Andes 1500  boasts a 1462Wh capacity and 2400W output (Surge 3600W), powering most household appliances with ease. Weighing only 36.8 lbs, it features A-Boost technology for a full charge in just 55 minutes, 50% faster than competitors. Paired with a 200W portable solar panel, it offers 23% higher efficiency, foldable design, and IP67 waterproofing for reliable green energy anywhere.

Ampace Andes 600 Pro Solar Generator + 200W Solar Panel

The Ampace Andes 600 Pro packs a 584Wh capacity and 600W output (Surge 1800W), powering lights, fridges, or laptops. At just 16.8 lbs, it charges to 80% in 1 hour with A-Boost technology. The 200W solar panel, with 23% higher efficiency, is foldable and IP67 waterproof, recharging in 3-5 hours for eco-friendly, off-grid power.

Why Choose Ampace?
With a LiFePO4 battery lasting over 2000 cycles (10+ years) and a 3-year warranty, the Andes 600 Pro offers 9 outlets and quiet 30 dB operation. Perfect for camping, RV trips, or emergencies, it includes smart app control for easy, reliable, green energy on the go.