Last updated: August 2026
If you are planning to install solar power in your home or business, the inverter is one of the most important things you will need to buy. It works as translator between your battery and your home appliances or light. Without inverter you can’t Convert your battery energy (DC) to your home light or appliances (AC), Although there are many direct current (DC) appliances now that works without inverter but if you want to run appliances that are ACs then you need inverter to do that.
So, how much is a solar inverter in Nigeria?
The short answer is that solar inverter prices in Nigeria can range from less than ₦200,000 for some small-capacity models to several million naira for large 15kVA, 20kVA, 30kVA and 50kVA+ systems.
The price depends on the inverter capacity, brand, battery voltage, inverter type and features.
In this guide, we will explain the current solar inverter prices in Nigeria, the different sizes available, what affects the price and how to choose the right inverter for your home.
Important: The prices in this article are general market ranges. The actual price can change depending on the brand, model, seller, exchange rate and availability. The prices below are for the inverter unit unless stated otherwise. Batteries, solar panels and installation are not included.
Solar Inverter Prices in Nigeria
Here is a general guide to current Nigerian prices.
| Inverter Size | Approximate Price Range |
|---|---|
| 1kVA | ₦150,000–₦300,000 |
| 1.5kVA | ₦180,000–₦400,000 |
| 2kVA | ₦200,000–₦500,000 |
| 3kVA | ₦300,000–₦700,000 |
| 5kVA | ₦450,000–₦1,200,000 |
| 6kVA | ₦600,000–₦950,000 |
| 7.5kVA | ₦1,000,000–₦1,200,000 |
| 8kVA | ₦990,000–₦1,500,000 |
| 10kVA | ₦850,000–₦1,700,000 |
| 12kVA/12kW | ₦1,250,000–₦1,500,000 |
| 15kVA | ₦1,200,000–₦2,700,000 |
| 20kVA | ₦2,300,000–₦4,300,000 |
| 25kVA | ₦2,800,000–₦3,500,000 |
| 30kVA | ₦2,700,000–₦4,600,000 |
| 40kVA | ₦4,200,000–₦5,000,000 |
| 50kVA | ₦4,500,000–₦7,000,000+ |
These are just standard guide prices, not fixed prices, and we only include prices for pure sine wave inverters not modified sine wave (Sachet Inverters), which i will talk about soon, for now let focus on pure sine wave.
You can see more individual brands, models and current price ranges in our Solar Inverter Prices in Nigeria section.
How Much Is a 1kVA Solar Inverter in Nigeria?
A 1kVA inverter is one of the smaller inverter sizes available.
You may see prices around ₦150,000 to ₦300,000, depending on the brand and type.
A system around this size is only advisable to use for basic loads such as:
- LED lights
- TV
- decoder
- Wi-Fi router
- small fans
- laptop
However, you should calculate your actual load before trying to buy and inverter for you not to spend twice..
A 1kVA inverter may not be good if you want to run several large appliances at the same time.
How Much Is a 2kVA Solar Inverter in Nigeria?
A 2kVA inverter may currently cost around ₦200,000 to ₦500,000.
It can provide more capacity than a 1kVA system and may be suitable for a small home or shop depending on the appliances.
For example, someone using:
- lights
- TV
- fans
- decoder
- router
- laptop
- Fridge
This capacity of system is always very okay for startup.
But again, don’t choose your inverter simply because someone else uses the same size.
Your actual load matters so much.
How Much Is a 3kVA Solar Inverter in Nigeria?
A 3kVA inverter can cost approximately ₦300,000 to ₦700,000.
This size can be suitable for a small-to-medium home with moderate electricity use.
It may be able to handle combinations of:
- lights
- fans
- TV
- refrigerator
- decoder
- router
- laptops
- other smaller appliances
The exact load depends on the inverter’s actual output rating and the appliances being used.
How Much Is a 5kVA Solar Inverter in Nigeria?
The 5kVA category is one of the more popular sizes for residential solar systems.
Current Nigerian prices can range from about ₦450,000 to ₦1.2 million, depending heavily on the brand, model and features.
A 5kVA inverter may be suitable for a larger home where the main loads include:
- refrigerator
- freezer
- fans
- lights
- TV
- computers
- pumping machine
- other moderate appliances
However, a 5kVA inverter does not automatically mean you can run every appliance in your house at once.
If you want to run multiple air conditioners, electric cookers, water heaters and other heavy loads, you may need a much larger system.
How Much Is a 6kVA to 10kVA Solar Inverter?
Once you move into the larger inverter sizes, prices rise quickly.
6kVA
Approximately:
₦600,000–₦950,000
8kVA
Approximately:
₦990,000–₦1.5 million
10kVA
Approximately:
₦850,000–₦1.7 million
The price difference can be large because a basic inverter and a premium hybrid inverter can have very different specifications.
For example, a premium model may include:
- built-in MPPT
- lithium battery compatibility
- Wi-Fi monitoring
- multiple MPPT inputs
- generator support
- higher PV input
- parallel operation
- advanced battery management
How Much Are 15kVA, 20kVA, 30kVA and 50kVA Inverters?
These are generally intended for much larger homes, offices and commercial installations.
Current guide prices are approximately:
| Capacity | Price Range |
|---|---|
| 15kVA | ₦1.2m–₦2.7m |
| 20kVA | ₦2.3m–₦4.3m |
| 25kVA | ₦2.8m–₦3.5m |
| 30kVA | ₦2.7m–₦4.6m |
| 40kVA | ₦4.2m–₦5m |
| 50kVA | ₦4.5m–₦7m+ |
At these sizes, you will often find three-phase systems, higher battery voltages and equipment designed for commercial use.
They may be used for:
- hotels
- schools
- hospitals
- offices
- factories
- large shops
- farms
- large residential properties
A 50kVA inverter, for example, is a completely different class of equipment from a 3kVA home inverter.
Why Do Solar Inverter Prices Differ So Much?
I know you might wonder why two inverters can have the same 5kVA rating and still have very different prices.
Here are some of the main reasons.
1. Brand
Brands such as Felicity, Growatt, Deye, SRNE, MUST and other established manufacturers can have different prices even when their inverter capacities are similar.
The brand can affect:
- build quality
- warranty
- features
- availability of spare parts
- after-sales support
- battery compatibility
2. Hybrid vs Off-Grid Inverter
A basic off-grid inverter may be cheaper than a more advanced hybrid inverter.
A hybrid inverter can manage different sources such as:
Solar + battery + grid + generator
All these also depends on the model.
This can make it more flexible for Nigerian homes where people may use a combination of solar, NEPA/PHCN and generator power.
3. Built-in MPPT
Some inverters have an MPPT solar charge controller built in.
This means you may not need to purchase a separate solar charge controller.
If you’re not sure what an MPPT controller does, our Solar Charge Controller Prices in Nigeria section explains the different types and current prices.
4. Battery Voltage
A 5kVA inverter might use:
- 12V
- 24V
- 48V
depending on the design.
Larger systems commonly use higher battery voltages because they can reduce the amount of current required for the same power.
This is one reason am telling you not to buy an inverter based only on the kVA number.
5. Solar Input Capacity
Two 5kVA inverters may also accept different amounts of solar power.
For example, one might support a smaller solar array while another allows considerably more solar panel capacity, but this are mainly for inverters that also act as a charge controller.
So, you see this becomes important if you want your batteries to recharge quickly.
What Size Inverter Do I Need for My Home?
Don’t choose an inverter simply by looking at your house size, many make this mistake.
A three-bedroom house does not automatically need a 5kVA inverter.
Instead, list the appliances you want to use.
For example first person home might have:
- 6 bulbs
- 2 fans
- TV
- decoder
- refrigerator
- router
- laptop
is very different from this second person home with:
- 6 bulbs
- 2 ACs
- refrigerator
- freezer
- pumping machine
- washing machine
- electric cooker
- water heater
The second home will need a much larger system.
If you are unsure, start with our Inverter Calculator to estimate the inverter capacity based on your appliances.
You can also read our guide:
How to Choose the Right Solar System for Your Home in Nigeria
That article explains how to look at the complete system instead of choosing an inverter alone.
Don’t Forget the Battery
Buying the inverter is only part of building a solar system.
You also need enough battery capacity for your backup needs.
For example, a 5kVA inverter with a small battery may be able to power your appliances, but the battery could run out quickly.
A larger battery bank can store more energy and make your system last longer after sunset.
You can use our Battery Calculator to estimate the battery capacity you may need.
You can also check current prices for:
- lithium batteries
- tubular batteries
- GEL batteries
- other battery types
in our Solar Battery Prices in Nigeria section.
How Many Solar Panels Do I Need?
Your solar panels are responsible for producing the energy needed to power your system and recharge your batteries.
The number of panels depends on things such as:
- your daily electricity consumption
- panel wattage
- available sunlight
- battery size
- inverter/MPPT specifications
- system losses
For example, 5 × 500W panels gives:
2,500W of solar panel capacity
while 10 × 250W panels also gives:
2,500W
But the two setups are not necessarily identical because panel voltage, physical size and other specifications can differ.
Use our Solar Panel Calculator to estimate the number of panels your system may need.
What About Solar Installation Cost?
This is where many people make another mistake.
They search:
“How much is a 5kVA inverter?”
But what they really want to know is:
“How much will it cost me to install a complete 5kVA solar system?”
Those are two different questions.
A complete solar installation may include:
- inverter
- batteries
- solar panels
- charge controller
- mounting structure
- solar cables
- DC/AC breakers
- surge protection
- isolators
- changeover equipment
- installation labour
- transportation
- other accessories
Therefore:
Inverter price ≠ solar system price.
If you want to estimate the full installation cost, use our Solar Installation Cost Calculator.
This is also why you should be careful when someone tells you:
“A 5kVA solar system costs ₦X.”
Ask what is included.
Does that price include:
- batteries?
- panels?
- installation?
- cables?
- protection?
- mounting?
- transportation?
Without knowing what is included, it is difficult to compare quotations.
Should I Buy a Cheap Solar Inverter?
Not necessarily.
The cheapest inverter may save you money initially, but it may not be the best option for your needs.
Before buying, check:
Inverter capacity
Can it handle your expected load?
Battery compatibility
Can it work with the type of battery you want?
Solar input
Can it accept enough solar panels for your system?
Warranty
How long is the warranty?
After-sales support
Can you get help if something goes wrong?
Expansion
Can you add more batteries or solar panels later?
These things can be more important than simply finding the lowest price.
Inverter Price vs Complete Solar System Cost
Here is the important difference:
| Item | What the price means |
|---|---|
| Inverter price | Usually the inverter only |
| Battery price | Battery only |
| Solar panel price | Panel only |
| Solar installation price | Labour and installation-related costs |
| Complete solar system price | Inverter + batteries + panels + accessories + installation, depending on the quotation |
Always ask the seller or installer what is included.
Final Advice
If you are shopping for a solar inverter in Nigeria, don’t start with the question “Which inverter is cheapest?”
Start with:
What appliances do I want to power?
Then determine:
Load → inverter size → battery capacity → solar panel capacity → installation cost
That approach helps you avoid buying an inverter that is either too small or much larger than you actually need.
For a quick estimate, start with the Inverter Calculator and then use the Battery Calculator and Solar Panel Calculator to work out the rest of your system.
If you want to understand the complete process from choosing your appliances to selecting the inverter, battery and panels, read our main guide:
How to Choose the Right Solar System for Your Home in Nigeria
And if you’re ready to estimate the total amount you may need to spend, use the Solar Installation Cost Calculator.
