A Nigerian lady who installed a solar system one month ago has shared an honest review of her setup, revealing the total cost and how well it performs. In a TikTok video posted by user @thebeautifulalero, she disclosed that she spent approximately N750,000 on the entire system, including installation, and uses it to power appliances like her TV and fridge.
Why She Made the Review
@thebeautifulalero explained that she created the video after receiving numerous questions from followers who had seen her earlier post about purchasing the solar system. Many were curious about the price and whether the system lasts. In her words: "Since I got my solar, I've gotten a lot of questions like, does it last, does it carry TV and fridge?"
Details of the Solar Setup
The video shows the solar panel being installed on her roof. She emphasized that the system charges using both solar energy and NEPA (national grid electricity). She stated: "I spent approximately 750,000 for the entire thing. It charges with both solar and NEPA. You can use it for your TV and fridge."
One-Month Performance Review
After one month of use, the lady reported that the system has been reliable and meets her expectations. She concluded: "It lasts, I've been using mine for a month now and I have no complaints."
Public Reactions
The video sparked a wave of comments from viewers sharing their own experiences and opinions. User IT’s•_•CharLey noted: "Well all I can say it’s the power tank it’s very nice and if you are in Benin and yours get issue under 2 weeks itel will give you a new one I have 24hrs light." TheCynthiaKreD said: "I spent 486k for this same thing last year December and it still working perfectly." Rich Precious added: "It's carries my own 2 bedroom lighting and one fridge and my ps game for hours."
Other users questioned the cost or offered alternative prices. Dave Billions wrote: "Them cheat you ooh, I spent just 575k on everything, power tank, 500watt panel, installation as well." Ola Moore stressed: "Na 505k I spent on everything and na even 500watt panel I de use." Some viewers also asked for installer contacts in Lagos and Benin.
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