System Types

On-Grid vs Hybrid vs Off-Grid — which one is right for you?

Every home and business has different needs. Here is an honest comparison of all three systems.

On-Grid Solar

Grid-connected · No battery

Lowest cost
Net Metering brings bill close to zero
Eligible for residential subsidy
Simple, long-life system
Shuts off during a grid outage for safety
No battery backup

Best for: Town homes with stable grid (20+ hours of power daily).

Best for power cuts

Hybrid Solar

Grid + Solar + Battery

Bill savings + backup during power cuts
Keeps critical loads running (fan, fridge, Wi-Fi)
Net Metering still possible
Future-proof setup
Higher cost because of the battery
Subsidy reduced for the battery portion

Best for: Areas with frequent power cuts, hospitals, shops and homes with sensitive loads.

Standalone

Off-Grid Solar

No grid · 100% solar + battery

No dependency on the grid
Perfect for farms, remote shops and weak-grid areas
Self-sufficient setup
Highest cost
Battery replacement every 5–8 years
Not eligible for subsidy

Best for: Where the grid is missing or very weak — farms, remote shops, telecom towers.

Confused? A simple thumb-rule

Town home, 20+ hours stable grid, only goal is lower bill → On-Grid Solar
Lower bill + backup during power cuts → Hybrid Solar
No grid or very weak grid → Off-Grid Solar

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System Types — FAQ

A grid-connected solar system that generates power during the day. Surplus units flow to the grid via Net Metering and reduce your bill. No battery, so lower cost.