Confused whether you need a 5kW, 8kW, or 10kW solar system?
You’re not alone. This is the #1 question every Globus Solar customer asks in 2025.Here’s the simple truth (based on 300+ homes we installed this year):
| System Size | Perfect For | What It Powers (24/7) | 2025 Price Range (Hybrid + Lithium) | Average Monthly Saving | Payback Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5kW | Average 3–4 bedroom home | Lights, TVs, fridge, freezer, fans, Wi-Fi, phone charging | KSh400,000-500,000 | KSh 14,000 – 22,000 | 3–4.5 years |
| 8kW | Bigger homes, 1–2 AC units, borehole | Everything above + 1–2 air conditioners, water pump | KSh 680,000 – 880,000 | KSh 22,000 – 35,000 | 3.8–5 years |
| 10kW | Luxury homes, heavy users | Full house + multiple ACs, electric cooker, instant shower | KSh 900,000 – 1,000,000 | KSh 35,000 – 60,000+ | 4–6 years |
Most popular size in 2025 → 5kW Hybrid (chosen by 72% of our customers)Real Customer Example – November 2025
John & Faith – Runda, Nairobi
Old bill: KSh 29,000/month + generator diesel
Installed: 5kW Globus Hybrid + 10kWh lithium battery
New monthly cost: only KSh 4,900
Saving KSh 24,100 every month → system will be fully paid in just 33 months!Still not sure which size you need?
Do this 30-second test:
- If your monthly bill is below KSh 18,000 → 5kW is perfect
- KSh 18,000 – 30,000 → go for 8kW
- Above KSh 30,000 or you use heavy AC → 10kW
→ Send Me Your Latest Kenya Power Bill → I’ll Tell You the Perfect Size & Exact Price (Free)Globus Solar – 100% Kenyan, EPRA-approved, 5-year warranty.
We serve Nairobi, Kiambu, Machakos, Nakuru, Kisumu, Mombasa & beyond.Stop overpaying for electricity. Let us show you the perfect system for your home today.
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