Different Types Solar TVs in Kenya And Their Prices in 2021
For many people, television is their best partner for entertainment at home. They spend a few hours every day watching TV. However, television is one of the significant energy users at your home. Luckily there are many different types of solar TVs in Kenya you can use to reduce energy consumption.
It will minimize your electricity costs and give you access to continuous entertainment.
Solar TV provides a range of significant social benefits. This includes access to news and information. They also offer unprecedented connectivity for people without access to power, hence why many prefer them.
10 types of solar TVs in Kenya
There are several types of solar TVs in Kenya. They range from TV sets that can be powered by DC (in which case you buy your solar system) to ones that come with a complete solar kit. Below is a look at some of the top TV sets you can consider if you want to purchase one.
1. D Light solar TV
The D Light Solar TV is a complete solar system kit with a DC solar-powered TV set, a solar panel and a solar battery for storing charge. It also comes with many other appliances, such as an FM radio with an MP3 player, LED light bulbs, and a rechargeable torch.
The D Light X850+ is one of the top solar kits available in Kenya. It features a 22-inch digital TV, a 40-watt solar panel, a 12-15v battery, 5 LED bulbs, an FM radio and a rechargeable torch. The battery powers the TV, light bulbs, radio, and other appliances such as your phone (USB charging).
The D Light solar TV price in Kenya currently stands at Ksh 54,858 (for the X850+ model). However, the kit is available on a PayGo (instalments) mode, where you get it after a deposit of Ksh 4,000. You then cover the balance in daily payments of Ksh 115 for 622 days.
2. M-Kopa solar TV price
M-Kopa Solar TV kit is another system designed for off-grid or grid-limited communities in Kenya. It comes with an HD TV, a solar panel, a battery, LED bulbs, phone charging cables, and optional radio and torch. The TV kit also comes with the option of a terrestrial antenna or a Zuku satellite dish.
The M-Kopa kit comes with 24-ich digital TV and 3 LED lamps. It is available on a pay-as-you-go model with a deposit of Ksh 5,999 and 600 daily payments of Ksh 100 (for the terrestrial antenna option). The Zuku satellite dish option is available for a deposit of Ksh 7,999 and 600 daily payments of Ksh 600.
3. Sunking Solar TV kit
Sunking Solar is another complete system solar kit that is available in Kenya. It is available on both a one-off payment or pay-as-you-go option that comes in handy for low-income earners. The kit comes with a digital TV, solar panel and battery, and LED bulbs.
There are several Sunking solar TV kit options available in Kenya. One of the most popular ones is the Sunking Home 400, featuring a 32-inch digital TV. It also features a 40W solar panel, a 122Wh lithium battery, and LED bulbs.
The Sunking solar TV price in Kenya currently stands at Ksh 60,000. Alternatively, you can get it for a deposit of Ksh 8,000 and 574 daily payments of Ksh 130.
4. Itel D321 Solar HD TV
The Itel D321 Solar TV is a stand-alone AC/DC TV set (it does not come with a solar kit, and you have to purchase your own). It is one of the best TV for solar power that can be operated by solar power AC, mains electricity or a solar battery.
The Itel D321 is a digital HD TV set with an in-built decoder, thus allowing you to access free-to-air channels. It also comes with a USB port and 2 HDMI ports, thus allowing you to connect to your computer or USB storage device. On top of that, it is offered with a free antenna. The TV system is currently available at a price tag of around Ksh 20,000.
5. Solar Max TV
Solar Max is a stand-alone solar power TV that can operate on a solar inverter AC power or mains electricity. It features a 22-inch digital TV with a built-in decoder for accessing free-to-air channels. In addition, the TV comes with a Clear Motion HD display, a US port, and an HDMI port.
The Solar Max Digital TV is available between Ksh 6,000 and Ksh 9,000 (without the solar power kit). You can purchase a Solar Max kit (with a 300 W solar panel, 150Ah battery, charge controller, four light bulbs, and 600 watts’ inverter) for an additional price of Ksh 23, 399.
6. Solar Africa Solar TV system
Solar Africa Solar TV is one of the top solar TV systems in Kenya (with both a solar system and a TV set). It features a 24-inch digital LED TV, a 120 watts’ solar panel, and a 100Ah battery. It also comes with a 20Amp charge controller (for charging the battery), 3 LED bulbs, a 600 DC to AC converter to convert the charge from the battery to AC power.
With the Solar Africa kit, you can power your TV and other appliances in your home – lights, phone, fridge, etc. The system is available at a price of between Ksh 27,000 and Ksh 43,000 (a one-off payment).
7. Amtec TV Solar system
Amtec TV solar system features a 32-inch AC/DC solar digital TV. It is a stand-alone TV set that does not come with a solar power kit. The TV set is digital, with a built-in decoder and over 50 free-to-air channels access.
The Amtec solar TV comes with a frameless, slim design, an HDMI port and a USB port. It also comes with several free goodies, such as a free antenna, a wall mount, and an audio output cable. Moreover, it is available for a price of between Ksh 18,00 and Ksh 20,000.
8. Startimes Solar Home System
Startimes is a complete solar TV kit, coming with both a TV set and a solar power system. In addition, it features a 24-inch digital TV, a 30W solar panel, and a 90Wh lithium battery. It also comes with other additional items such as 4 LED bulbs and phone chargers. On top of that, you get a Startimes decoder kit, allowing you to access over 80 plus premium channels.
The Startimes solar TV panel is available at a cash price of Ksh 59,999. You can also get it on a pay-to-go option with a deposit of Ksh 5,999 and 88 weekly instalments of Ksh 840.
9. Solarpex Special Solar System Full Kit
Solarpex solar kit comes with both a TV set and a solar power system. The TV is a 32-inch LED digital TV set with a built-in decoder. As for the solar power, you get a 250W panel, a 150Ah battery, charge controller, three light bulbs, and a 600-watts power inverter.
The Solarpex solar system is great for powering your TV and other appliances in your home. It is available for a price of Ksh 38,000 to Ksh 63,000.
10. Azuri TV400 solar system
Azuri TV400 solar system is from Azuri Technologies, a company that offers products for off-grid customers in Africa. It is one of the best solar TVs in Kenya, combining a solar power system with a 32-inch TV.
The Azuri solar TV has enhanced efficiency (from standard TV sets), guaranteeing longer viewing hours for less energy. The kit also comes with a solar panel, a battery, 4 LED bulbs, a radio, and a rechargeable torch. On top of that, the kit comes with a satellite TV system, which allows you to access over 60 TV channels.
Azuri Solar TV system is available on a pay-as-you-go model. You get the kit after paying an initial deposit of Ksh 8,999. After that, you make daily payments of Ksh 129 for 30 months.
The above are some of the different types of Solar TVs in Kenya that you can purchase. Most of the systems are designed for rural areas with no electricity or low-income earners who have difficulty accessing electricity connections. They can also be excellent at reducing the electricity consumption in your home by using free power energy to operate your TV and other appliances.
Source: tuko
