What Is a Hybrid Solar System?
A hybrid solar system is a grid-tied solar system with an integrated battery bank. It combines the benefits of both on-grid and off-grid systems:
- During the day: solar panels generate electricity, power your home, and charge the battery
- During load-shedding: the battery takes over automatically — zero interruption
- At night: the battery continues to power critical loads (lights, fans, router)
- When battery is low: seamless switch back to WAPDA grid
- Surplus solar: exported to grid via net metering — earns bill credits
Hybrid vs On-Grid vs Off-Grid — Side by Side
| Feature | On-Grid | Hybrid | Off-Grid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Works during load-shedding | No | Yes | Yes |
| Net metering eligible | Yes | Yes | No |
| Battery required | No | Yes | Yes (large) |
| Grid connection required | Yes | Optional | No |
| Upfront cost | Lowest | Medium | Highest |
| Best for Pakistan | Low load-shedding areas | Most homes ✓ | Off-grid locations |
Hybrid Inverters We Install
Solis S6 PLUS Hybrid
Our primary recommendation. Available in 3.6kW, 5kW, 6kW, 8kW, 10kW. IP66 rated, dual MPPT, compatible with all LiFePO4 batteries. SolisCloud monitoring included. 5-year warranty.
Solis S6 PRO Hybrid
Premium model for 8kW+ systems. Higher continuous backup output, faster EPS switching (10ms), superior temperature management for Pakistan's climate.
FoxESS H Series
European-designed hybrid inverter with excellent thermal performance. Available in 3–12kW. Well-suited for extreme temperature environments like Faisalabad summers.
Huawei SUN2000 Hybrid
Smart hybrid with AI-based energy management. Pairs with LUNA2000 battery. Best choice for tech-forward installations with smart home integration.
Battery Options for Hybrid Systems
Dyness DL5.0C PRO
51.2V 100Ah LiFePO4. 5kW continuous power. Built-in WiFi monitoring and auto-fire protection. 6,000+ cycle life (16+ years at daily cycling). Our standard residential battery.
Pylontech Fidus Plus
16kWh premium battery for the 15kW package. High capacity for extended backup. Industry-leading cycle life of 6,000+ cycles. Rack-mounted for easy expansion.
Dyness PowerBrick
Stackable 5kWh modules for scalable storage. Multiple units can be stacked to achieve 10kWh, 15kWh, or 20kWh capacity as your needs grow.
Pylontech Force H3X
High-power 3-phase battery system for commercial hybrid installations. Pairs with 3-phase FoxESS or Solis hybrid inverters.