Hawaii homeowners pay three to four times the national average for electricity. Your pool pump runs eight to twelve hours a day — and Hawaiian Electric charges you for every single kilowatt. SunRay hybrid solar pool pumps harness the islands' 270+ days of sunshine to power your pool for free. Keep every dollar HECO used to take.
No complicated rooftop installs. No electrician headaches. Three simple steps between you and a pool that practically runs itself.
Your SunRay pump connects directly to its included solar panels and draws power straight from the sun. Hawaii averages over 270 sunny days per year — from Kona's dry coast to Kailua's windward shores, that's free pool circulation nearly every day of the year. While HECO charges $0.35 to $0.45 per kilowatt-hour, the sun doesn't send a bill.
Afternoon clouds rolling in off Haleakalā? No problem. The AC/DC hybrid motor automatically switches to grid power when solar input drops. Your pool never stops circulating, your water stays crystal clear, and you never have to think about it. This isn't solar-only — it's solar-smart.
A standard pool pump on Hawaiian Electric's residential rates costs $200 to $350 every single month. SunRay cuts that to near zero during sunny hours. Most Hawaii homeowners see their pool electricity costs drop by 80% or more — that's $2,400 to $4,200 back in your pocket every year. Money better spent on plate lunches, not utility bills.
Every pump runs 100% on solar power. No electricity. No wiring to the grid. Just the sun.
Perfect entry-level solar pump for pools up to 10,000 gallons. Includes 2 solar panels, brackets, breaker box, cable, valves & elbows.
Our best seller for pools up to 20,000 gallons. Includes SunRay 1HP solar pump, 2 solar panels & brackets, breaker box, 100' cable, hybrid valves, sweep elbows & shipping.
Variable speed brushless motor for pools up to 25,000 gallons. Ultra-quiet operation with intelligent speed control. Includes solar panels, brackets, controller, breaker box, cable & valves.
Heavy-duty motor for pools up to 35,000 gallons. Quieter, longer-lasting, commercial-grade. Includes 4 solar panels, brackets, breaker box, 100' cable, valves.
High-capacity pump for estate pools and high-demand water features. Includes solar panels & brackets, breaker box, 100' cable, hybrid valves.
Pentair® IntelliFlo3® 3HP pump paired with Natural Current's 3HP Brushless Hybrid AC/DC Variable Speed Flow motor and controller. Premium efficiency for large pools and demanding water features.
💡 Save 30% on Your Utility Bill with Solar
Pool owners typically save 30% on their utility bill by switching to solar. Savings vary by location and electricity rates.
Hawaii has the highest electricity rates in the United States. And your pool pump is one of the biggest energy hogs in your home. Let's do the math.
Here's what a standard pool pump costs you on Hawaiian Electric: A typical 1.5 HP pool pump draws about 1,500 watts. Running it 8 hours a day at HECO's average residential rate of $0.40 per kilowatt-hour, that's $4.80 per day — or roughly $146 per month. That's $1,752 a year just to keep your pool circulating. Bump that to a larger pump or longer run times, and you're easily looking at $200 to $350 per month.
SunRay hybrid pumps run on free solar energy during peak sun hours. In Hawaii, with 270+ days of ample sunshine, your pump operates on solar power for the vast majority of its daily run cycle. Most Hawaii homeowners report reducing their pool pump electricity costs by 80% to 95%, saving $2,400 or more annually.
ROI: Most Hawaii pool owners recoup their SunRay investment in 12 to 18 months — the fastest payback period of any state in the country, thanks to HECO's sky-high rates and Hawaii's exceptional solar resource.
The federal Investment Tax Credit covers 30% of your solar pool pump system cost. On a $2,499 SunRay system, that's $750 back at tax time. This credit has an expiration timeline — don't wait until it's reduced or gone.
SunRay wasn't designed for a generic American backyard. The hybrid solar pool pump was made for exactly the conditions Hawaii delivers every single day.
Hawaii's solar resource is among the best on the planet. From the dry Kona Coast on the Big Island to the sunny leeward shores of Oahu, your SunRay pump has access to free, abundant power nearly every day of the year. Even the windward sides of the islands receive enough solar radiation to dramatically offset your pool pump's energy draw. No other state gives you this much free fuel.
Hawaiian Electric's residential rates hover between $0.35 and $0.45 per kilowatt-hour — three to four times the national average. That makes every appliance in your home more expensive to run, and your pool pump is one of the worst offenders. SunRay hybrid pumps deliver the highest return on investment in Hawaii precisely because the rates are so punishing. What saves a mainland homeowner $600 a year saves you $2,400 or more.
Living in Hawaii means living with salt air. Standard pool equipment corrodes faster here than almost anywhere else in the country. SunRay pumps are constructed with marine-grade materials — corrosion-resistant housings, sealed bearings, and UV-stabilized components designed to handle the relentless combination of salt, humidity, and tropical sun that defines island life. These pumps don't just work in Hawaii — they're built to last here.
Unlike full rooftop solar installations that require interconnection agreements, structural engineering, and months of permitting, a SunRay hybrid pool pump is a straightforward equipment replacement. You're not adding grid-tied solar capacity — you're replacing a pool pump. That means less red tape and faster installation whether you're on Oahu, Maui, Kauai, or the Big Island.
Getting equipment to Hawaii is expensive. Getting it to a neighbor island is even worse. We ship every SunRay system free to all Hawaiian islands — Oahu, Maui, Kauai, the Big Island, Molokai, and Lanai. No shipping surcharges. No "continental US only" fine print. Your pump arrives at your door ready to install, no matter which island you call home.
Every kilowatt-hour your SunRay pump pulls from the sun is one less you're buying from Hawaiian Electric. In a state where grid reliability and rate hikes are constant concerns, solar-direct pool pumping gives you a measure of energy independence. During grid outages, your pump can continue running in solar-direct mode — keeping your pool circulating when your neighbors' equipment goes dark.
We moved to Kailua from the mainland and nearly choked when we saw our first HECO bill. The pool pump alone was costing us over $260 a month. A friend recommended SunRay, and I'm not exaggerating — our pool electricity cost dropped to almost nothing. I wish every homeowner on Oahu knew about these pumps.
I manage three vacation rental properties on Maui, each with a pool. The electricity costs were eating into our margins badly. We installed SunRay hybrid pumps on all three properties and we're saving over $7,000 a year combined. The salt-air construction was a huge selling point — our old pumps were corroding every couple years. These feel built to last.
Out here on the Kona side, we get sun every single day. I figured there had to be a way to use that instead of paying Hawaiian Electric to run my pool. The SunRay 1 HP was the perfect size for our 12,000-gallon pool, and it was running the same afternoon it arrived. My monthly savings are right around $200. Best purchase I've made for this house.
Yes. We offer free shipping to every Hawaiian island — Oahu, Maui, Kauai, the Big Island, Molokai, and Lanai. There are no shipping surcharges and no "continental US only" restrictions. Your complete SunRay system, including solar panels, arrives at your door regardless of which island you're on.
SunRay pumps are built with marine-grade materials specifically designed for coastal environments. Corrosion-resistant housings, sealed bearings, and UV-stabilized components ensure reliable performance in Hawaii's salt-laden trade winds and tropical humidity. Many of our Hawaii customers report years of trouble-free operation just steps from the shoreline.
Based on Hawaiian Electric's average residential rate of $0.40 per kilowatt-hour, most pool owners are paying $150 to $350 per month just for their pool pump. A SunRay hybrid pump running on solar during peak sun hours — which in Hawaii means most of the day — typically reduces pool pump electricity costs by 80% to 95%. That translates to $2,400 to $4,200 in annual savings depending on your pump size and run schedule.
Solar pool pump systems that use solar panels to generate electricity may qualify for the federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which currently offers a 30% credit on the total system cost. On a $2,499 SunRay system, that could mean $750 back at tax time. We recommend consulting your tax advisor for eligibility based on your specific situation, and acting soon — this credit has a sunset timeline.
A variable-speed pump adjusts its motor speed to use less electricity — but it still runs entirely on HECO grid power. You'll save some compared to a single-speed pump, but you're still paying Hawaii's $0.35 to $0.45 per kilowatt-hour rates for every hour it runs. A SunRay hybrid solar pump draws its power directly from the sun during the day, making your operating cost effectively zero during solar hours. In Hawaii, where electricity costs are three to four times the national average, that difference is enormous.
Yes. SunRay's hybrid AC/DC motor is the key. When solar input is strong — which is most days in Hawaii — the pump runs entirely on free solar energy. When clouds roll in or during evening hours, the hybrid motor automatically switches to standard AC grid power. Your pool circulation never stops, regardless of weather. You simply run on free power when the sun's out and grid power when it's not.
Each SunRay system comes with its own dedicated solar panels. These panels connect directly to the pump — they're not tied to your home's electrical panel or your existing rooftop solar system. The panels can be mounted on a nearby roof section, ground-mounted in your yard, or positioned on a patio structure. No interconnection agreement with HECO is required.
Most residential pools in Hawaii range from 10,000 to 25,000 gallons. As a general guide: the SunRay 1/2 HP suits pools up to about 10,000 gallons (common in Oahu townhomes and smaller backyards), the 1 HP handles 10,000 to 15,000 gallons (the most popular range in Hawaii), the 2 HP covers 15,000 to 25,000 gallons (larger residential and resort-style pools on Maui and the Big Island), and the 3.5 HP is built for commercial pools and large estate properties. Not sure about your pool size? Contact us and we'll help you figure it out.
The Hawaii Energy rebate program offers incentives for energy-efficient equipment upgrades, including qualifying pool pumps. Solar pool pumps that reduce grid electricity consumption may be eligible. Program details and qualifying criteria change periodically, so we recommend checking with Hawaii Energy directly or asking us — we stay current on available rebates and can help you determine if your SunRay system qualifies.
The installation process is the same across all islands — mount the solar panels, connect them to the pump, and swap out your old pump. Most homeowners with basic mechanical skills can handle it in an afternoon. If you prefer professional installation, we can connect you with qualified pool equipment installers on Oahu, Maui, the Big Island, and Kauai. For Molokai and Lanai, we provide detailed installation guides and remote support to walk you through every step.
Get a free, personalized quote for your Hawaii pool. Tell us about your setup and we'll recommend the right SunRay system, estimate your annual HECO savings, and answer any questions about shipping, installation, or tax credits for your island.
See SunRay hybrid solar pumps powering pools across the Hawaiian islands. From compact backyard setups in Kailua to resort-style properties on the Kohala Coast, our systems are keeping Hawaii pools crystal clear — without the crushing HECO bills. Every installation shown ships free to any island.
