NHX-10kw hybrid inverter review and testing~10,000 watt outdoor rated inverter

In this video I take take a look at the NHX-10kw.
I do some load tests and share my thoughts on the unit. Watts247 carries these units. They’ve been testing and tweaking things for close to a year. These inverters would be a great option for people needing an outdoor rated hybrid unit at a good price.

Assistant editorTabitha Stone

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[GavinStoneDIY]

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[chuck]

Nice! I really like this feature: 2 x Dedicated outputs ( 1 is permanently tied to the Inverter/Grid Passthrough, the second is programmable according to battery State of Charge) – I use this to heat electric hot water when battery is nearly full

[hendersonsobers]

Thanks for this review Gavin. Really good job. Inverter looks like it has good potential. Ideal for those persons looking for a dedicated EV charging solution from solar. It's amazing the level of quality and feature rich inverters that have been released just within the past 12 months. Also, I'm glad to see that these newer inverters have cleared up concerns pertaining to neutral ground bonding....that was such a mess a few years back.

[easttexascowboy]

Good review, Gavin. I like that you covered all the basics including some load testing in a single relatively short video. You mentioned running your water well. I'm thinking this might be a good option for a stand alone well like I'm looking at installing. I'll be watching this one for reviews after it's been out there a few months. I suspect your video is going to help get it out there a lot sooner. Appreciate the time and work you put into this!

[terrahillfarm]

Another great review! I saw those on the Watts 24/7 website and I figured if Ian was selling them, they’re probably great units for the price. He’s pretty picky about solar gear. I won’t be surprised if the price goes up a bit once they get some traction. I really like the 10k size. That’s plenty enough power for most folks homes 👍⚡️☀️💡🔋

[jeffthornton]

What would be interesting to see is experimenting with the new indoor EG4 Powerpro battery you just received and hooking it up to the new NHX-10kw inverter unit. That is the exact combo I am looking at getting. The setup would just run my 240v loads like well pump, water heater, heat pump, ac and dryer. I talked to Ian and he said to set it to USE type batter and bulk to 57.5, float to 56v and low cut off to 48v.

[doczwy]

Thanks for putting this video out, I've been anxious to see your review after mentioning you had one of these. This remains on my list for my shop system, still have time before I need to purchase inverters and waiting to see all the new inverters coming out.

[rodneyhunt]

Lots of interesting inverters coming out lately! Nice work

[esther]

Thanks Gavin for your overview of this product.

[fullyelectric]

@Gavin S. Quick question, do you like this unit over the EG4 18Kpv? Also what is the idle consumption? And can you have this unit back-feed and power loads in your main panel and also in your critical load panels at the same time with export set to zero or disable?

[totalpropertysolutionsexte]

At less than half the price of the 18k, I’m surprise I haven’t heard more about this inverter. I’d love to see a head to head comparison video.

[TylerTheCompiler]

Great review thx. Will this work without batteries like a simple grid tie inverter? I’m just looking to run most of my loads during the daytime and have grid at night. I need the zero export feature with the CT’s.

[jetkrazee]

Hi, thank you for the wonderful product video. Im somewhat new to the solar scene and have been deciding on what inverter I wanted to purchase. Very impressed with this unit however, Iam a bit weary of those quick connects for ac out. What is your take on those type connections? I personally would like to see screw down clamp style there.
Thanks!

[norsk]

thanks for the review. very interested in this as a second inverter for my existing system. I have a XW Pro with 70kwh of battery, but the cost of a 2nd XW Pro is $3500 inc tax and shipping. this unit total with willcall pickup is $2400 and more power. looks good

[thedabbler]

Thanks for the video! I've had my eye on this unit since the day Amen put it out and have read the manual cover to cover, but have yet to commit.

[AdamDeLay]

Interesting inverter. I was surprised on the size as well. It does look slick.

[jeffthornton]

Gavin: after looking at my space, I am deciding it would maybe be better for me to go with 3 EG4 LL batteries rather than the EG4 power pro in hooking up to the NHX 10k unit. In one of your videos it looks like you were powering your unit with those LL batteries. Am not sure that is the way to go. On the watts 247 site he sells the SOK and Pytes batteries. Do they have the same protocol that NHX uses? Thanks, Jeff

[AveRage_Joe]

Looks like a nice inverter! I like that screen!!

[andys]

Awsome presentation 👌 Thank you. How does it compare to eg4 12k ul certification.

[jetkrazee]

Hey Gavin, will this inverter allow charging batteries while also using pass through grid supply at night?
Thanks!