What SOFARSOLAR does

SOFARSOLAR (Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd) is a Shenzhen-headquartered manufacturer of photovoltaic inverters and battery energy storage systems, founded in 2013 and listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange under ticker 301658 following a 2025 IPO. The company operates across residential, commercial and industrial (C&I), and utility-scale segments, with a product portfolio spanning 1kW–350kW inverters, 3–20kW hybrid inverters, battery storage systems, microinverters, EV chargers, and utility-scale BESS cabinets including the 5.016 MWh PowerMaster 2.0. It serves customers in 100+ countries via a hybrid distribution model combining direct enterprise sales for utility projects and a multi-tier channel partner network for residential and C&I segments in regional markets.

The company's technology is anchored in proprietary power conversion (98.4% peak inverter efficiency), grid-adaptive algorithms that handle 30+ voltage harmonics with 100ms active/reactive response, and embedded diagnostics that perform fault feature extraction at 100µs with reported 90%+ diagnostic coverage. Backed by 252+ authorized patents and an R&D headcount equal to 32%+ of total employees, the firm supports its hardware with the SOFAR Cloud monitoring platform and CH1000/PSC300 control hardware for asset management and grid coordination.

Monetization rests primarily on hardware sales of inverters and storage systems, complemented by subscription and monitoring fees through SOFAR Cloud and after-sales service contracts. The company has reported cumulative inverter shipments exceeding 42 GW, of which approximately 5 GW was shipped into India in H1 2024. Distribution is supported by 20+ offices and local warehouses, and brand positioning is reinforced by third-party validations including BloombergNEF Tier 1, Wood Mackenzie Grade A, and eight consecutive EUPD Top Brand awards.

Name

SOFARSOLAR

Legal name

Shenzhen SOFARSOLAR Co., Ltd

Website

https://sofarsolar.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

SOFARSOLAR is a Shenzhen-based, SZSE-listed (301658) manufacturer of solar PV inverters and battery energy storage systems serving residential, C&I, and utility-scale customers across 100+ countries via direct enterprise sales and channel partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar PV Inverters & Energy Storage Systems

NAICS

Solar Electric Power Generation (221114)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar Inverters, Power Electronics & MLPE (String/Central Inverters, Optimizers, Microinverters) (EUAMABAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Solar Inverters, Power Optimizers & MLPE Manufacturing (EUAMAHAB), PV Balance of System (BOS) & Electrical Infrastructure (Inverters, Transformers, Cabling, Substations) (EUACAGAC)

Keywords

• Solar PV inverters
• Energy storage systems
• Hybrid inverters
• Utility-scale battery storage
• Commercial industrial solar

Headquarters

HQ city

Shenzhen

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. PV Inverter Sales: Sale of solar PV inverters ranging from 1 kW to 350 kW for residential, commercial & industrial, and utility-scale applications.
2. Battery Storage Systems: Sale of residential, C&I, and utility-scale energy storage systems including batteries, battery cabinets, and complete ESS solutions.
3. SOFAR Cloud Services: Intelligent monitoring, operation and maintenance management platform providing cloud-based monitoring and remote control services for PV and energy storage plants.
4. After-sales Service and Support: After-sales service including warranty claims, extended warranty, warranty inquiry, and technical support services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

SOFARSOLAR manufactures and sells solar PV inverters (1 kW to 350 kW), hybrid inverters (3 kW to 20 kW), battery storage systems, and complete energy storage system (ESS) solutions for residential, commercial & industrial, and utility-scale applications. The company also offers the SOFAR Cloud monitoring and O&M platform, smart monitoring/communication devices, EV chargers, and after-sales service with extended warranty programs, distributed globally through direct enterprise sales and a channel partner network across 100+ countries.

Product overview

SOFARSOLAR offers an all-scenario portfolio of solar PV and energy storage solutions spanning residential, commercial & industrial (C&I), and utility-scale applications. The product architecture is organized around three main segments: Residential solutions include PowerAll integrated ESS systems (single-phase and three-phase), BTS/SF battery modules, HYD/ESI hybrid inverters, and SOFAR Monitor cloud monitoring. C&I solutions encompass PowerIn PV+ESS systems, PowerMagic/PowerMagic 2.0/PowerMagic Mini liquid-cooled storage, CBS5000/CBS8000 battery cabinets, SOFAR EBI PCS modules, and HYD hybrid inverters. Utility-scale solutions include PowerMaster (5.16MWh), BESS systems (3.93MWh per 40-foot container), SOFAR EBI 1725K PCS, SOFAR 250-350KTLX0/PowerMega inverters. Supporting infrastructure includes SOFAR Cloud intelligent O&M platform, CH1000 Control Hub, PSC300 communication devices, EV11K-AC-02 EV charger, and PowerNano microinverter system. The portfolio covers PV inverters from 1kW to 350kW, hybrid inverters from 3kW to 20kW, and complete ESS solutions across all power scales.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SOFAR Cloud: Intelligent monitoring, operation and maintenance management platform for PV and energy storage plants, covering the whole life cycle of power plants.
• PowerAll
• PowerIn
• PowerMagic
• PowerMagic 2.0
• PowerMagic Cube
• PowerMaster
• PowerMega
• PowerEasy
• PowerNano

Products and services

• PowerAll (Single-phase) Integrated residential energy storage system combining a single-phase hybrid inverter and high-voltage battery module, with IP66 rating, natural heat dissipation, and seamless on/off-grid switching. Designed for homeowners seeking energy independence and backup power.
• PowerAll (Three-phase) Three-phase residential energy storage system with hybrid inverter, supporting 100% unbalanced loads, up to 3 MPPTs with AFCI, and 10 ms seamless switchover between on-grid and off-grid modes. Aimed at homeowners with three-phase supply.
• PowerEasy Residential energy storage solution supporting single-phase and three-phase applications, with flexible battery compatibility, backup functionality, and cloud-based monitoring for household energy independence.
• PowerMaster Utility-scale battery energy storage solution with air-liquid mixing cooling, modular design, 3+2 security system, and 3.93 MWh capacity per 40-foot container, designed for grid-scale renewable integration and energy security applications.
• PowerMagic 2.0 Next-generation commercial and industrial energy storage system with intelligent liquid cooling, 125 kW/261 kWh capacity, all-day efficiency, thermal runaway suppression, and local EMS for multiple scenarios. Targeted at C&I customers needing peak shaving, backup power, and dynamic-pricing optimization.
• PowerMagic Commercial and industrial energy storage system with liquid cooling, lower LCOS, modular design, 3+2 protection, plug-and-play installation, and integrated EMS for multi-scenario energy management.
• PowerMagic Mini World's first direct liquid-cooled commercial and industrial energy storage system with maximum 1P rate solution, comprehensive battery monitoring, thermal runaway early suppression, three-level fire suppression, and full-load operating noise below 60 dB(A).
• PowerIn C&I PV and energy storage solution with intelligent battery heating for -20°C operation, 200% maximum PV input, 4 ms UPS-level switch time, and rapid plug-in installation (12 battery packs in 20 minutes). Designed for simplified deployment, business continuity, and flexible expansion.
• PowerMagic Cube Containerized long-duration energy storage solution supporting 2H-8H flexible storage durations on a single platform with modular architecture, built-in EMS, and scalable design for C&I and grid-scale applications.
• SOFAR 250-350KTLX0 String inverter for large-scale industrial, commercial and ground power stations with max efficiency up to 99.05%, 8 MPPTs, 60 A MPPT current, and IP66 & C5 protection.
• PowerMega (350KTLX0) 350 kW utility PV inverter optimized for large-scale ground-mounted solar applications with maximum efficiency of 99.05%, ultra-high current design, and compatibility with 500Wp+ modules.
• SOFAR EBI 1725K Utility-scale power conversion system (PCS) supporting 1500 Vdc battery systems with high conversion efficiency, intelligent air-cooling (45°C without derating), modular design, and four-quadrant operation.
• SOFAR 100-125KTLX-G4 Photovoltaic inverter for industrial and commercial scenarios with maximum efficiency of 98.6%, 10 MPPTs, IP66 design, and 150%+ DC overload capability.
• HYD-14.9-30K-T1 Three-phase hybrid inverter available in 14.9/15/20/25/29.9/30 kW options, with 4 MPPTs, max 40 A DC input, AFCI support, and IP66 protection for C&I applications.
• BTS E5-E20-DS5 High-voltage energy storage lithium battery pack with modular design, 5-40 kWh expandable capacity, IP65 protection, and integrated PCU enabling mixed old/new battery use. Designed for residential storage systems.
• BTS 5K Residential battery with 24-month storage time, plug-and-play design, active battery balancing, and an advanced 5-layer safety system.
• SF-16KWH-L1 High-power residential battery with 150 A charge/discharge current, up to 10 kW continuous output, and modular design supporting up to 16 units in parallel for a maximum 256 kWh system.
• CH1000 Control Hub Smart monitoring device for use with SOFAR inverters and batteries, supporting cloud/mobile APP monitoring, built-in EMS with self-consumption, TOU mode, VPP access, feed-in limitation, and remote power control; integrates with energy meters, EV chargers, and heat pumps.
• PSC300 Communication Box Communication box for utility scenarios supporting RS485, PBUS, Ethernet, and optical fibre networking for up to 60 inverters, with anti-PID function, IP66 protection, and remote firmware upgrade capability.
• EV11K-AC-02 AC EV charger with IP65 and IK10 ratings, Type-A+ 6 mA DC leakage detection, Wi-Fi connectivity, RFID card support, and intelligent monitoring via APP.
• SOFAR Cloud Intelligent monitoring, operation and maintenance management platform for PV and energy storage plants covering the whole life cycle, with real-time control, batch management, minute-level alarm data, and remote firmware upgrades for installers, O&M providers, and terminal owners.
• PowerNano All-in-one microinverter, smart home hub, and AC battery solution for homeowners, optimizing energy self-consumption with up to 5% yield improvement for 182/210 mm modules.
• After-sales Service & Extended Warranty After-sales service offerings for SOFAR products including warranty claims processing, extended warranty options, warranty inquiry support, and technical assistance for installers, distributors, and end customers globally.

Quantifiable outcome

• 42GW+ cumulative inverter shipments globally
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

AI capability8 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, supporting and key.

• GRODNOcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 June 2026Poland's leading energy provider partnership. SOFAR secured strategic contracts exceeding 500MW at SNEC 2026, including partnerships for energy storage solutions to support Poland's energy transition.
• Greenway Solar EnergycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 June 2026Southeast Asia strategic partnership for 200MW inverters and 300MWh batteries, demonstrating deep trust in SOFAR's stable supply chain and localized service capabilities.
• Thai Prosper GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 June 2026Thailand strategic partnership for energy storage solutions, expanding SOFAR's presence in Southeast Asian utility-scale projects.
• Prime PV P.S.A.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 March 2026Massive 300MWh utility-scale ESS project signing during SOFAR Night Poland event. Represents significant milestone in SOFAR's utility-scale energy storage deployment.
• EESA (Energy Storage Association)supportingOthers · 2 September 2024SOFAR participated in 11th China International Solar-Plus-Energy Storage and Charging Conference organized by EESA. PowerMagic received Best C&I Energy Storage Solution Award 2024 at EESA Star Awards Gala.
• CorabkeyChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPoland's top energy distributor. Outstanding Platinum Distribution Partner Award recipient. One of the main distribution channels for SOFAR products in Poland since 2014.
• SolfinitykeyChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPoland's top energy distributor. Outstanding Platinum Distribution Partner Award recipient. Key partner in Poland's C&I and utility energy storage market.
• EnergynatkeyChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPoland's top energy distributor. Outstanding Platinum Distribution Partner Award recipient. Major distribution channel in Poland with robust distribution channels.
• Strategic ESS Solution Partners (Corab, Solfinity, Energynat)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic ESS Solution Partnerships entered during SOFAR Night Poland event, reinforcing C&I leadership in Polish market.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Enphase Energy: Global microinverter leader competing with SOFAR in distributed solar markets. Particularly relevant peer given SOFAR's recent PowerNano microinverter entry.
• Sungrow Power Supply: China-headquartered global leader in solar inverters and energy storage systems with comprehensive residential, C&I, and utility-scale portfolios. Direct competitor across all SOFAR's product segments and the most relevant peer given similar geographic reach and bankability.
• Ginlong (Solis): Listed Chinese string inverter manufacturer with strong global distribution and similar product portfolio spanning residential to utility-scale. Direct competitor in string inverters and emerging ESS offerings.
• GoodWe: Chinese solar inverter and energy storage manufacturer with all-scenario PV+ESS portfolio comparable to SOFAR. Direct competitor in C&I and residential hybrid inverter markets globally.
• Growatt: Chinese inverter and ESS manufacturer with similar all-scenario portfolio and global distribution. Direct competitor in residential, C&I, and utility-scale solar markets.
• Deye (Ningbo Deye): Chinese inverter and storage manufacturer with comparable product range including microinverters, hybrid inverters, and ESS. Direct competitor across multiple SOFAR segments with growing global presence.
• SolarEdge Technologies: Global leader in module-level power electronics (DC optimizers + inverters). Competes with SOFAR in residential and C&I solar inverter markets, particularly in Europe and Australia.

Emerging players

• KACO new energy: German string inverter manufacturer with focus on C&I and utility-scale markets. Competes with SOFAR in European distribution and C&I segments.
• Hoymiles: Chinese microinverter specialist competing with SOFAR in MLPE category. Partial overlap with SOFAR's residential offerings, particularly PowerNano.

Broad incumbents

• Huawei Digital Power: Global incumbent in solar inverters and smart PV solutions with much larger R&D budget and brand recognition. Comparable in residential, C&I, and utility-scale inverters but operates as part of broader Huawei portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/@SOFARSOLAR_global
• Facebookfacebook.com/100085913521356
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sofarsolar
• Instagraminstagram.com/sofarsolar_global

Compliance18 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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