Today, we’re taking an in-depth look into EG4’s flagship inverter, the EG4 6000XP. This is a powerhouse of a unit that was designed for those looking to go fully off-grid with solar power, and it’s packed with all the standard features you’d expect from a high-end inverter—but without the luxury price tag.
Sounds great on paper, doesn’t it? But as you know, here at the Solar Lab, we always make sure our reviews are thorough and unbiased, so we wanted to put this thing to the test and see if it actually lives up to the hype.
So, if you're eyeing up the EG4 6000XP, we’ve got you covered. We’ll take a look at the results of our own testing, as well as go over all of the things we liked and disliked about it. Plus, if you decide it’s right for your needs, we even have a few discount codes you can use from different retailers to ensure you get the best price. Let's get started!
Right off the bat, the EG4 6000XP is no lightweight. The unit weighs in at 53 pounds, so while it passes the Tiny Baby Lift Test, it can be pretty awkward to handle, especially if you’re going to attempt wall-mounting it alone. Despite the weight and bulk, it’s still manageable, but we recommend having at least two people available during the install.
As for the actual output, the EG4 6000XP is a split-phase inverter, meaning it can handle 120V or 240V outputs and it is strictly off-grid, meaning there is no option for grid back-feed, like you would get with a hybrid inverter.
As you may have guessed from the name, it’s rated for 6,000 watts of continuous power, which is supposedly backed with a surge capacity of up to 12,000 watts for about 3.5 seconds. In other words, it can handle some pretty demanding equipment. And, if you’re looking to go big, you have the option to stack up to 16 of these units for a massive 96kW setup!
One of this unit’s main draws is its high solar input, which is rated at 8,000 watts. Some spec listings we found online went even higher, claiming the solar input is actually 10,000 watts, but we don’t even have enough solar panels laying around to test that, so we’ll stick with the 8,000W rating.
It’s also rated to have an impressive 93% efficiency, so it’s not wasting much of the power it receives. For those running pure off-grid systems where every watt counts, this is hugely appealing.
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Outside of its pretty hefty weight, the design of the 6000XP is really practical, with clear labeling and well-organized internal components and plug-ins. On the outside, you’ll find dust filter covered fans, which is great for garage and workshop setups. There are also individual breakers for battery, grid, load, and generator inputs on the front. A Wi-Fi toggle, power button and PV isolator can also be found on the side of the unit.
Inside, the layout is really clean and easy to navigate, even if you’re new to this stuff. EG4 neatly labeled all of the connection points for batteries, solar inputs, and output options. Basically, you don’t need to be an electrician to understand what’s going on inside of this thing, which is another huge advantage for DIYers and those with limited experience working with solar equipment.
Speaking of installing and using the 6000XP, let’s take a look at what we discovered about the user experience after setting it up and putting it through some testing, starting with the display screen and app interfaces.
The screen on this inverter is... a bit of a love-hate situation. It’s functional, but it just feels clunky. It really isn’t as user-friendly as we would have hoped, especially given that it actually is a fairly large and well-lit screen.
For example, toggling through options feels inefficient, especially when you want to monitor multiple metrics simultaneously, like battery percentage and kilowatt input/outputs. Basically, cycling through the different menus isn’t the most intuitive or pleasant experience, but it’s certainly manageable once you get the hang of it.
EG4’s app for the 6000XP functions, but it’s honestly a pain in the a*s to navigate. We were able to get the job done and use it for monitoring and controlling the unit from a distance, but the user experience sucked. If you’re expecting seamless app control, you may want to manage your expectations here. Given how many other solar brands are developing really sharp apps for their products, we were a little disappointed that EG4 hasn’t updated theirs.
On the bright side, this unit only consumes about 50 watts in idle mode. We were pumped when we saw this on the spec list, but we still wanted to test it out for ourselves. When we ran a few tests, it floated between 0.9 to 1.2 amps, which is right in line with the 50 watt idle listed in the specs.
For a 6,000W inverter, that’s really impressive. What this means in practical terms is that the inverter uses less power sitting idle than most other units, even including some of the much smaller inverter units out there. Less wasted power is always a welcome quality in an inverter.
It’s rated for 6,000 watts, but the EG4 6000XP operates a little unexpectedly. Basically, you use one of two 3,000W legs if you’re only using 120V, and both if you run a 240V setup. To test how well it could handle demanding loads, we pushed it past its rating of 6kw to 6.25kW, and it held strong before eventually tripping.
For surges, it managed between 7.3 and 7.5kW for 3 to 5 seconds, which is pretty much exactly what they advertised. It’s also worth mentioning that the 6000XP was the very first inverter we have ever tested that could actually run our hefty compressor. This is something some really impressive units, like the EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra and Anker F3800 Power Station, should be able to do, but couldn’t. Well played, EG4.
Whether your batteries are drained or fully charged, the EG4 6000XP supports both AC and solar pass-through, which means you can charge your batteries while simultaneously supplying power to your devices and appliances. It’s a really useful feature that would be particularly useful for those living completely off-grid. We successfully bypassed about 2,000 watts each from the solar and AC inputs, and both worked smoothly.
Inverters can be noisy, and this one’s no exception. With that said, it only gets loud for a very short amount of time, even when it’s under a demanding load. Once the load drops, the fans quickly quiet down.
This cooling efficiency means it won’t buzz annoyingly for half an hour after each use, which is way better than some of the other inverters we’ve tested. In fact, even way smaller inverters tend to be more of a nuisance. Still, you wouldn’t want to install this thing where you sleep.
The EG4 6000XP normally retails for $1,549, but we almost always see it listed on sale for $1,399. Plus, with one of the $50 discount codes we have listed below, it would only run you around $1,349.
For this price, it offers tons of value, especially when you consider the built-in PV isolator and breakers. Having these features integrated saves you the cost of installing extra equipment. Having fewer components can also make for a cleaner setup.
Basically, it offers great value, but becomes an even better deal when you consider the things you don’t need to buy if you choose to go with the 6000XP over, say, two smaller inverters, like two of the beginner-friendly EG4 3,000W All-in-One Inverters.
As you know, we try to be as transparent as possible here at The Lab. So, while we liked a lot about the 6000XP, we still had a few small gripes.
As far as off-grid inverters go, the EG4 6000XP is actually a really solid contender. It’s efficient, reliable, and reasonably priced—especially considering the integrated PV isolator and breakers.
If you’re looking for an all-in-one solution to run a serious off-grid setup, this unit is a powerhouse that’s hard to beat in this price range. Plus, with stacking capabilities, it can grow with your setup. While the screen and app could use a little work, the EG4 6000XP delivers exceptional value and performance.
Good job, EG4—we give this thing a solid 8.4 out of 10!
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