Great Britain · Order now · Ships from 28 September 2026
Solar. Plugged in.
UK Plug-in Solar Kits
SocketPower supplies complete UK plug-in solar kits for gardens, patios and suitable outdoor spaces, with G98 notification handled for you.
Generate your own electricity with a complete solar kit you set up yourself and connect to a suitable outdoor socket. No fixed wiring work, and the G98 network paperwork is handled by us.
Complete kits from
£599
- Set it up yourself — no fixed wiring work
- Free £49 DNO notification — we file your G98 with the network operator
- Needs a suitable outdoor socket with RCD/RCBO protection
All kits ship from 28 September 2026 · England, Scotland & Wales
New to this? Start with our guide to plug-in solar in the UK, read how plug-in solar panels are sized, see what balcony solar in the UK really means, or work through plug-in solar costs and savings. Ready to buy? Compare the 800W kits we sell and see how the G98 notification is handled for you.
01 · Mount
Ground mounted · 799 VA AC
Three steps. That's it.
How it works · 01–03
Position it
Set the panels up on the supplied mounting in a suitable, unshaded spot — garden, patio or, on the kits that support it, a sound wall. Ballast is sourced separately.
Plug it in
Work through the safety checks first, then connect the manufacturer-supplied fused plug to a suitable outdoor socket. No extension leads or adaptors, and no changes to your fixed wiring.
Start generating
Watch it in the app and buy less electricity during daylight hours. We handle the G98 notification with your network operator and send you written confirmation.
Included with every kit
Free £49 DNO notification.
Every plug-in solar installation has to be notified to your electricity network operator under G98. We complete and submit that notification for you — normally a £49 service, included free with every SocketPower kit. No forms, no chasing, no extra cost.
How the notification works- We collect the details we need at checkout — no technical knowledge required.
- We file the G98 notification with your network operator on your behalf.
- You get written confirmation for your records.
- Worth £49. Charged at £0 with every kit.
Choose
Which kit is right for me?
Four kits, one shared 800W microinverter capped at 799 VA AC. A bigger panel array cannot raise that ceiling, but it does reach it earlier in the day and hold it longer in cloud and through the shoulder months.
Pro Compact 515W
One panel, the smallest footprint in the range and the lowest price to get started.
£599
Ships from 28 September 2026
View kit
Pro Duo 890W
Two panels on a foldaway ground mount — the option most homes with a garden or patio settle on.
£999
Back in stock soon
View kit
Pro Plus 1030W
More panel capacity behind the same inverter limit, so full output is reached earlier and held longer in weaker light.
£1,099
Ships from 28 September 2026
View kit
Pro Max 1260W
The largest array in the range, for the most generation the shared inverter limit allows where space is not a constraint.
£1,199
Ships from 28 September 2026
View kitFind my kit
Three questions. Nothing is stored or sent anywhere — this is a starting point, not a survey or a savings estimate.
Your suggestion
Answer the three questions and we will point you at the kit that fits. Not sure about your position or socket? Ask us before you buy.
01 / The range
The range.
One 800 VA limit.
Every kit shares the same 800W microinverter, capped at 799 VA AC. Pick the panel capacity that suits your space.
Loading products…
Before you buy
Everything sorted for you.
- G98 notification handled
- Every eligible kit includes our G98 network notification service. After delivery we email you a secure link; once you confirm the unit is connected, we notify your Distribution Network Operator as your agent. This is notification, not prior approval.
- How it connects
- The kit connects using the manufacturer-supplied lead and fused plug to a suitable external socket. No extension leads, no adaptors and no changes to your fixed wiring.
- Delivery timing
- All kits ship from 28 September 2026. We supply England, Scotland and Wales only.
- Returns
- 14 days to cancel under the Consumer Contracts Regulations, extended to 30 days for unopened, unused items in original packaging. Refunds are processed within 14 days of us receiving the item.
- Warranty
- 10-year panel warranty, with the manufacturer's warranty paperwork supplied in the box. Faults are covered throughout the warranty period; transit damage should be reported within 48 hours of delivery.
- UK support
- UK technical support from a real team. Email hello@socketpower.co.uk.
Before you order
Is my socket suitable?
Four things decide it. If you are unsure about any of them, ask us first — we would rather answer the question than sell you a kit you cannot connect.
- A fixed external socket
- You need a suitable fixed outdoor socket within reach of the kit's position, installed and certified by a qualified electrician.
- Modern RCD or RCBO protection
- The circuit serving that socket needs modern residual-current protection. Older fuse boards without it need an electrician's assessment first.
- Nothing in between
- The kit connects with the manufacturer-supplied lead and fused plug only. No extension leads, multiway adaptors, travel adaptors or plug-in RCD adaptors.
- Sound condition
- The socket, faceplate and surrounding wiring must be undamaged — no cracks, looseness, scorch marks or discolouration.
03 / Renters and flats
Solar that can move with you.
SocketPower systems use reversible, non-permanent mounting, which can make them suitable for rented homes and flats with a suitable outdoor position. You will still need any permission required by your tenancy, lease, landlord, freeholder or managing agent before you install — ask first.
Read the regulatory guideReversible mounting. No fixed wiring.
- 799
- VA AC
- 1
- Plug socket
- 0
- Fixed wiring
Watch
How it works, in under a minute
Unbox it, position it, plug it into a standard outdoor socket — and watch your generation live on your phone.
Installation · 01–05
Solar power.
Five simple steps.
One continuous job, start to finish — from a sealed box to live figures on your phone.
- 01
Unbox it
Everything required arrives together.
- 02
Build it
Assemble the frame and attach the panels.
- 03
Position it
Place securely and add the required ballast.
- 04
Plug it in
Connect to the dedicated, protected outdoor socket.
- 05
Watch it work
Connect the app and see your electricity and savings live.
No scaffolding. No major building work. No complicated installation.
Step 04 means a dedicated, RCD-protected outdoor socket on a suitable circuit — not any ordinary socket, extension lead or adaptor. Ballast is sourced separately and is not optional.
Read the installation & safety guide ↗04 / Side by side
Compare the range.
| Kit | Panels | DC capacity | Microinverter AC | RRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest upfront costPro Compact 515W | 1 × 515W | 515W | 800W / 799 VA | £599 |
| Two-panel starterPro Duo 890W | 2 × 445W | 890W | 800W / 799 VA | £999 |
| Best for most homesPro Plus 1030WWiring assessment advised | 2 × 515W | 1030W | 800W / 799 VA | £1,099 |
| Largest arrayPro Max 1260WWiring assessment advised | 2 × 630W | 1260W | 800W / 799 VA | £1,199 |
RRPs shown are the manufacturer's recommended prices. The live product page is the pricing authority. DC panel capacity is the total rating of the panels supplied; the microinverter's AC output remains within the maximum 800 VA allowed by the current plug-in solar framework, so a larger array widens the generation window rather than raising peak output. Read the regulatory guide.
- Official SocketPower “All-in-the-Box” complete plug-in solar kit
- 800W peak dual-MPPT microinverter, ENA approved, with mobile app monitoring
- MCS, TUV, ENA and G98 documentation supplied
- One 800W smart microinverter, AC output within the 800 VA framework limit
- TOPCon N-Type monocrystalline panels
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth monitoring with a real-time smartphone app
- IP67 microinverter
- AC connection cable, manual and warranty documents included
- 10-year panel warranty and UK technical support
Domestic solar.
In detail.
Process · 01–03
Choose a complete kit
Pick a complete plug-in solar device or kit rated at no more than 800 VA inverter apparent output — every SocketPower kit in the range uses one 800W microinverter limited to 799 VA. Current G98 rules allow one plug-in solar device per household.
Check, mount, connect
Work through the safety checklist, follow the manufacturer's mounting instructions, then connect using the manufacturer-supplied plug to a suitable UK socket after completing the safety checks. Never use extension cables or adaptors.
We handle G98
You give us your address and meter details; we handle the applicable G98 notification with your Distribution Network Operator and send you written confirmation.
How much electricity a kit generates depends on your location, orientation, tilt, shading and how much you use during daylight hours. We do not publish savings or payback estimates.
Questions
The things people ask.
Is plug-in solar suitable for my home?
It suits homes with an unshaded spot for the panels and a suitable external socket at that location. The supplied mounting hardware is designed for gardens, patios and ground installations and, where the kit supports it, suitable wall installations. Ballast weights are not included and must be sourced separately. You must also obtain any permission required by your tenancy, lease, landlord, freeholder or managing agent.
What happens with G98 / my network operator?
We handle it. After delivery we email you a secure link; you confirm your address, MPAN and that the unit is connected, and we file the applicable G98 notification with your Distribution Network Operator as your agent, then send written confirmation. This is notification, not prior approval. Properties with existing solar, battery or other generation are handled manually by our compliance team.
How difficult is the installation?
The kit arrives as a complete matched set. You position and secure the panels using the supplied mounting hardware and your own ballast, connect the microinverter, then connect using the manufacturer-supplied lead and fused plug to a suitable external socket after completing the safety checks. No extension leads, no adaptors, and nothing in the connection path is swapped or substituted.
How much could I save?
It depends on your kit, tariff, position, shading and how much electricity you use during daylight. We do not publish savings or payback figures — generation varies too much between homes for a single number to be meaningful.
What happens if I move?
The mounting is reversible and non-permanent, so the kit can be taken with you. If you permanently remove a unit we also notify disconnection to your Distribution Network Operator; a new installation address needs a new notification.
What warranty and support do I get?
A 10-year panel warranty with the manufacturer's warranty paperwork in the box, plus UK technical support. Report transit damage within 48 hours of delivery; manufacturing faults are covered any time in the warranty period, and we arrange replacement or refund at no cost.
When will it ship?
All kits ship from 28 September 2026. We supply and deliver to England, Scotland and Wales only.
What is included?
The matched panel or panels, one 800W smart microinverter limited to 799 VA AC, the manufacturer's AC connection lead and fused plug, kit-specific mounting hardware, app monitoring, full documentation and our G98 notification service. Ballast weights and an external socket are not included.
Before you install
Plug-in solar safety checklist
A suitable external socket
You will need a suitable external socket at the installation location. The system connects to it using the manufacturer-supplied BS 1363 fused plug. Never use an extension cable, multiway adaptor, travel adaptor or plug-in RCD adaptor.
A suitable installation position
The supplied mounting hardware is designed for free-standing positions such as a garden, patio or flat roof. Check the position can take the weight and wind loading before you order.
Ballast weights are not included
Suitable ballast must be sourced separately and installed in accordance with the supplier instructions and your own site conditions.
Modern residual-current protection
Your circuit needs modern residual-current protection (RCD/RCBO). Older fuse-based protection, unsuitable wiring, damaged sockets, any uncertainty, or any required circuit modification must be referred to a qualified electrician before installation.
One device per household
Current G98 network rules restrict use to one plug-in solar device per household, unless and until G98 is amended.
800 VA maximum, solar only
The framework covers single-phase solar PV with a maximum inverter apparent output of 800 VA, supplied as a complete compliant device or kit. Plug-in batteries, battery-integrated devices and other plug-in generation technologies are excluded.
Mounting and permissions
Follow the manufacturer's mounting instructions exactly, and obtain any permission required by your tenancy, lease, landlord, freeholder, managing agent or relevant authority before installing.
G98 network notification
A G98 notification to your Distribution Network Operator is required. We handle the applicable G98 notification and send you written confirmation.
The plug-in solar framework applies in Great Britain from 27 August 2026. This is general information, not legal or electrical advice. Read the full regulatory guide.
05 / Learn
Understand it before you buy it.
Explainer · Great Britain
How plug-in solar works
Informational: “what is plug-in solar” and “how does plug-in solar work in the UK”. The homepage owns the commercial “plug in solar UK” term.
Buy · 800W-class kits
800W plug-in solar kits
Commercial intent for “800w plug in solar kit” and “800w plug in solar UK”.
Guide · The hardware
Plug-in solar panels
Hardware and product-research intent for “plug in solar panels UK”, plus “solar panel with plug socket UK”.
Guide · Balconies & flats
Balcony solar in the UK
Primary page for “balcony solar”, “balcony solar UK” and “balcony power”.
06 / No rush
Not ready to buy?
Leave your email for stock updates, product compliance news and practical plug-in solar guidance — including G98 and safety changes as they happen. No spam, and you can unsubscribe at any time. Got a specific question instead? Ask us before you buy.