Compare plug-in solar kits for a suitable garden, patio or outdoor space. A smaller way to start generating your own electricity.
Start with one panel or choose two.
Find the footprint that works for your outdoor space.
A smaller footprint for your first step into solar.
More area to capture daylight for your home.
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Clean energy starts with daylight.A compact solar system pairs panels with a microinverter to generate electricity for your home during daylight hours. It works alongside your normal grid supply.
Start with the system that fits your space. Check the connection requirements and approved installation guidance before you buy.
See the three stages: panel, inverter and home →A short checklist, before you choose. Suitability depends on your outdoor space, electrical installation and the approved kit.
Read Electrical Safety First guidanceElectrical Safety First recommends at least a Type A bidirectional RCD for the circuit. Type AC protection needs upgrading first.
Use one system per household. Do not use extension leads or adapters.
The solar electricity you use at home is electricity you do not need to buy. Explore how generation, daytime use and your tariff affect savings.
An illustrative calculation, not a yield forecast or guarantee. It excludes export income, degradation and any installation or maintenance costs.
560 kWh used at home
× your electricity unit rate
Move the two sliders to explore one moment during daylight. Solar meets part of your household demand; excess generation may flow to the grid.
Power at a moment, in watts. Annual savings above use energy over a year, in kWh. Export income is excluded.
Three stages. One compact system.
Follow the approved instructions for your kit.
Secure the panels on a permitted mount in a suitable outdoor position.
The microinverter converts panel output into usable AC electricity.
Your home uses generation alongside the grid during daylight hours.
Choose ground or wall mounting with the kit. Confirm the permitted surface, access and connection route before ordering.
18° HDPE ballast supports: allow 1054 × 695 × 507 mm per support for space planning. Landscape mounting uses 2 supports for one panel or 3 for two. Ballast sits inside the compartments. Add 100 kg of ballast per support: 200 kg for Single or 300 kg for Dual. Follow the rail and clamp instructions; support dimensions are not the full kit footprint.
Ground mount assembly reference →Use 6 mini rails with sliding clamps per panel: 3 at the top and 3 at the bottom. A Dual kit uses 12 rail and clamp assemblies. Confirm the wall’s construction, load capacity, fixings and safe installation access. Permissions may be required. Do not assume a fence, timber structure or balcony railing is suitable.
Check the selected panel’s dimensions and weight, the assembled mount, the shipment and the whole handling route. The single-panel page lists the selected JA Solar / AIKO 460 W and DMEGC 500 W models and their manufacturer dimensions. Check the approved mount drawing and shipment details before purchase.
Both kits include one 5 m UK 3-pin connection lead. Allow enough cable for the route, bends and strain-free connections. It must reach a suitable outdoor socket directly; do not use extension leads or adapters. Ground ballast and masonry anchors depend on the site. Check the delivery list and mounting instructions before obtaining additional parts.
UK delivery is included in your kit price.
Allow 3 weeks from order confirmation.
UK delivery and VAT are included in the kit price. Check access and handling requirements for your address before ordering.
Allow 3 weeks from order confirmation for delivery. We will contact you with shipment details.
Kerbside delivery. Arrange safe assistance to move the panels to their final position. Delivery does not include carrying upstairs or installing your kit.
Check the panel dimensions and your access route before ordering. Contact plugin@aorosolar.co.uk with delivery questions.
Open the guide for the task in front of you.
Keep the AORO manual with your kit.
Before purchase, have your electrical installation assessed using Electrical Safety First guidance. Follow the selected equipment’s approved instructions.
Read independent electrical safety guidance ↗Use the exact inverter reference, 800 W AC output and connection details for your installation. Existing generation or storage must be considered together with the new equipment.
Use the inverter’s exact model and serial number when preparing your network records. Follow the connection requirements for your equipment and installation.
View the full specification & document checklist →Send a cancellation request with your order reference before dispatch. We will confirm the cancellation and the applicable refund.
Ask about an order →UK distance-selling rights generally allow 14 days after receipt to notify cancellation and a further 14 days to return goods. AORO-arranged collection for change-of-mind returns costs £50. This is return transport, not an administration or restocking fee. Faulty, damaged or misdescribed goods are handled separately without this charge.
Read statutory returns guidance ↗Keep the reference and describe the affected part. Photograph the issue where safe and stop using damaged equipment. Faulty-goods rights are separate from change-of-mind returns.
Get help with equipment →Panel product cover, panel performance cover and inverter cover are separate. JA Solar and AIKO state 25-year product and 30-year performance cover; DMEGC’s current M10RT-B60 policy provides 25-year limited product and 30-year performance cover, subject to eligible supply and policy conditions. AORO provides a 25-year commercial warranty for the supplied Fox ESS M1-800-E microinverter. This AORO cover is separate from the manufacturer’s published limited warranty and your statutory rights. Read the model-specific terms on the support page; statutory rights remain separate.
See the product service details →Your statutory rights remain applicable. Contact plugin@aorosolar.co.uk before returning equipment so we can provide return instructions.
These solar kits do not include a battery. Plug-In Battery is coming soon; compatibility and availability will be announced with the product.
A compact start or a larger home system. Choose the approach that suits your needs.
Explore AORO rooftop solar| Feature | Plug-In Solar | Rooftop solar |
|---|---|---|
| System scale | A compact kit | A larger designed system |
| Location | Suitable outdoor position | Assessed roof space |
| Installation | Approved kit instructions | Professional installation |
| Energy use | Daytime contribution | Broader generation potential |
| Best starting point | Check space and electrics | Get a property assessment |
Start with the available space and your daytime electricity demand. Compare panel area, handling and the final kit output. Two panels need more room; neither option replaces a full home energy assessment.
Yes. These are three panel options within both AORO Single and Dual Panel Plug-In Solar Kits, with Fox ESS 800W-class microinverter, UK 3-pin connection and app / Wi-Fi monitoring. The selected models are JA Solar JAM54D41-460/LB (460 W), AIKO AIKO-A460-MAH54Mb (460 W) and DMEGC DM500M10RT-B60HBT/HST (500 W). Manufacturer datasheets and dimensions are available on both product pages. Dual includes 2 × 460 W (920 W DC) for JA Solar / AIKO or 2 × 500 W (1000 W DC) for DMEGC with one Fox ESS M1-800-E rated 800 W nominal AC.
The calculator multiplies annual generation by the proportion used at home and your electricity unit rate. Its inputs are illustrative assumptions, not a site-specific production forecast. Export income is excluded.
Measure panel height, width and depth, the mount footprint and clearance, plus the route from delivery to its final position. Single Panel module dimensions are 1762 × 1134 × 30 mm for JA Solar (22 kg), 1757 × 1134 × 30 mm for AIKO (21.5 kg) and 1950 × 1134 × 30 mm for DMEGC (26.8 kg). Allow for the mounting footprint and safe clearances; panel dimensions do not describe the complete assembled kit.
Connecting the prepared kit through its supplied UK plug is different from changing house wiring. Electrical Safety First advises an electrical suitability assessment before purchase or use. If your socket or circuit protection needs upgrading, use a qualified electrician. Do not rewire the lead, open the inverter or repair electrical parts yourself.
This grid-connected kit is not sold as outage backup. The microinverter stops supplying power when the mains supply is lost. Do not rely on the system to keep appliances running in a grid outage.
Both kits use FoxCloud 2.0 for manufacturer monitoring. Register as an Owner, add the device to your plant and configure a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network through Me → WLAN Configuration. The setup page links the official app guide and explains power, energy and connection troubleshooting. FoxCloud is a Fox ESS app.
VAT and UK kerbside delivery are included: £385 for Single Panel and £585 for Dual Panel. Allow 3 weeks from order confirmation. Contact plugin@aorosolar.co.uk if you have delivery access questions.
Contact AORO with the order reference. UK distance-selling rights generally give 14 days after receipt to notify cancellation, then a further 14 days to return goods. AORO-arranged change-of-mind return collection costs £50. This transport charge does not apply to faulty, damaged or misdescribed goods. Contact plugin@aorosolar.co.uk for return instructions.
JA Solar and AIKO sheets state 25-year manufacturer product and 30-year linear performance warranties. DMEGC’s current N-type policy covers the selected M10RT-B60 glass-glass family for 25 years against product defects and 30 years for performance. Policy DMW-STD02N-2026002 applies to manufacturer supply agreements from 1 June 2026; eligible supply and claim conditions apply. Manufacturer conditions apply. AORO provides a 25-year commercial warranty for the supplied Fox ESS M1-800-E microinverter. This AORO cover is separate from the manufacturer’s published limited warranty and your statutory rights. Contact plugin@aorosolar.co.uk with your order reference and serial number to start a claim. Statutory rights remain separate.
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