Solar panel prices in Manila
See what solar would save on your Meralco bill. Metro Manila homes on Meralco face some of the highest power rates in the country, which makes rooftop solar pay back faster here than almost anywhere else. Enter your monthly bill for system size, price range, and savings — no sign-up needed.
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Solar in Manila at a glance
Typical figures for a Manila home. Your own numbers depend on your bill and roof — run the estimator above.
- Electric utility
- Meralco
- Peak sun-hours
- 4.7/day
- Typical monthly bill
- ₱8,000
- Est. payback
- ~3.2–5.1yrs
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What solar costs in Manila
Installed price ranges by system size, based on typical residential installs nationwide. Your exact quote depends on brand, roof, and installer.
| System size | Estimated installed price |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | ₱70k–110k |
| 2 kW | ₱130k–175k |
| 3 kW | ₱150k–250k |
| 5 kW | ₱250k–400k |
| 6 kW | ₱300k–450k |
| 8 kW | ₱440k–600k |
| 10 kW | ₱450k–750k |
| 12 kW | ₱600k–900k |
Estimates assume high self-consumption. Under Meralco net metering, exported energy is credited at generation cost only (~₱5–7/kWh), so real savings depend on using power as you generate it. Prices are grid-tied estimates; batteries cost extra.
Utility: Meralco · ~4.7 peak sun-hours/day · typical bill here ~₱8,000.
Meralco’s all-in residential rate was ₱14.7424/kWh in September 2026, verified 2026-09-14. The higher your rate, the faster solar pays back. See the sourced rate by utility →
The honest picture
No hype — just what actually drives, and limits, your savings.
Electricity rates are among the highest in Southeast Asia
Filipino households pay some of the region’s highest per-kWh rates — a big part of why solar can pay back faster here than in lower-rate markets.
~5.5 peak sun-hours a day, most of the year
The Philippines gets a strong, consistent solar resource year-round, which makes panel output here more predictable than in temperate climates.
Brownouts make backup power worth considering
In areas with frequent outages, a battery-backed system keeps fridges, routers, and lights running. That’s a separate cost from grid-tied solar, and worth asking any installer about when you get a quote.
Net metering, honest expectations
Exported power is credited at roughly ₱5–7/kWh — the generation cost, not the retail rate you pay. Most savings come from using your solar directly; realistically expect to cut your bill by around 90%, not 100%.
Frequently asked questions
How much do solar panels cost in Manila?
In Manila, a grid-tied home system runs about ₱150k–250k for 3kW and ₱250k–400k for 5kW installed. These are estimates — get a quote for an exact figure.
Does net metering work with Meralco?
Yes. Meralco customers can apply for net metering (up to 100kW) so excess solar is credited on your bill. Exports credit at generation cost, so daytime self-use saves the most.
Is there enough sun in Manila?
Manila averages about 4.7 peak sun-hours a day, which is strong for grid-tied solar generation.
Solar prices near Manila
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