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Both calculators run independently β change the inputs on either side to compare results.
Solar Energy
Solar Lease vs Buy Calculator
Compare the true 20-year cost of leasing solar panels versus buying them outright with tax credits. Use this calculator before signing a lease agreement to see which option saves more money.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
Solar Energy
Solar Loan Payment Calculator
Determine your fixed monthly payment for a solar loan and see how the federal tax credit and monthly electricity savings affect your true net cost. Use it when comparing financing options before signing a solar contract.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
Key differences
| Solar Lease vs Buy Calculator | Solar Loan Payment Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Solar Energy | Solar Energy |
| Inputs required | 6 | 5 |
| Result | Buying Advantage ($) | Net Monthly Cost ($) |
| What it does | Compare the true 20-year cost of leasing solar panels versus buying them outright with tax credits. Use this calculator before signing a lease agreement to see which option saves more money. | Determine your fixed monthly payment for a solar loan and see how the federal tax credit and monthly electricity savings affect your true net cost. Use it when comparing financing options before signing a solar contract. |