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Are microinverters better than power optimisers for shading?

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Are microinverters better than power optimisers for shading?

In most residential shading scenarios, the performance difference is small.

Microinverters make every panel fully independent and cost more in hardware. Power optimisers get to a similar outcome in most shading situations at a lower price. Where the shading is severe or complex across multiple roof sections, microinverters may be worth the extra. For most homes, the return on investment case for paying that premium is hard to make.