Plugin Solar Compare
Two small solar panels on stands in a British garden, an illustrative setup

Small solar. More choice.

Compare plug-in
solar for your home.

Find your fit, from a simple plug-in kit to DIY solar or a fully installed system. Compare suitable options and their prices.

Compare solar options
Free to compare No contact details needed
Plug-in solar specialistsAlongside DIY and installed options
Matched to your needsYour property, your space, your priorities
Your options, clearly comparedSee prices, features and next steps

Explore options from familiar names and solar specialists

Octopus EnergyUKSOLArgosThunder EnergyE.ON NextPlug-In Solar

A little sunshine. A little homework.

Your solar search starts here.

  1. 1

    Tell us about your home

    A few questions about your space, the setup you want and what matters most to you.

  2. 2

    Compare your options

    See a list of suppliers and kits, with the closest matches to your answers at the top.

  3. 3

    Choose your next step

    Explore the details and visit the supplier when you find an option that feels right.

Which kind of solar suits you?

Start small, take on a DIY project or leave the installation to someone else.

A smaller start

Plug-in solar

Small solar kits for a garden, patio, wall or balcony.

Compare options More hands-on

DIY solar kits

Choose a kit for your shed, garage, roof or outdoor space.

Compare options Taken care of

Installed solar

Compare companies that design and fit a system for you.

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Not sure yet? Find your starting point

A little know-how goes a long way.

Get to grips with the details before you choose.

Getting started with plug-in solarKit sizes, panel space and what is includedIs a battery right for you?Storage, compatibility and everyday useGetting your setup rightPlacement, connection and installer checks

Good questions

Before you
get started.

What is plug-in solar?

A small solar setup designed to generate electricity for use at home, often using one or two panels in an outdoor space. The connection method depends on the exact kit. A DIY grid-tied system is not necessarily a socket-ready plug-in kit.

Which companies can I compare?

The comparison includes plug-in suppliers such as Thunder Energy and UKSOL, retailers such as Argos, DIY kits from Plug-In Solar Ltd, and installed solar from companies including Octopus Energy, E.ON Next and Heatable. It covers a selected range, not every supplier in the market.

Do I need to give you my phone number or email?

No. You can see and compare your results without sharing contact details. You only contact a supplier when you choose to visit its website.

Are the prices personalised quotes?

No. Where a supplier publishes a starting price, we show it as a guide. Delivery, accessories, installation and your chosen system can change the total. The supplier confirms the final price and availability.

Can I compare options if I rent or live in a flat?

Yes. Tell us about your home and where you would put the panels. We use those answers to rank the options. Before buying, check that you have permission to use the space and that the kit is suitable for your property.

Find solar that fits your life.

Your next step starts with a few simple questions.

Compare solar options