Compare your solar options side by side
Want solar at your home but not sure whether to lease, buy, or use a PPA or loan? We help you compare options in plain language and then match with vetted local providers—free to use.
Start here: solar options can feel confusing
Solar can mean different contract types and different costs—especially when you compare **lease**, **PPA (power purchase agreement)**, and **solar loan** or buying outright.
Lease vs buy (and why the tax credit matters)
A **solar lease** usually means a lower or no upfront cost, and you make monthly payments to a company for using the solar system’s energy.
Solar lease vs buying: full comparison
Side by side: upfront cost, monthly cost, ownership, the tax credit, maintenance, and home-sale impact for leasing vs buying solar.
Read the guide →Solar lease vs PPA, compared
A fixed monthly payment or a per-kWh rate? Compare solar leases and power purchase agreements on cost, risk, and contract terms.
Read the guide →Solar loan vs lease, compared
Own with a loan or use with a lease? Compare the two on the tax credit, long-term savings, monthly cost, and maintenance.
Read the guide →Thinking about going solar?
Compare a lease, a PPA, and a loan first — then get matched, free, with vetted providers near you. You compare and choose who to hire, and you confirm every number before you sign.