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Waaree Review 2026

Waaree manufactures 2 models across solar panels. Efficiency range 21.2%–21.8%.

Headquartered in India · Manufacturing in India

Founded 1989 by Hitesh Doshi · Headquartered in Mumbai, India

Parent company: Waaree Energies Ltd.

Listed: NSE:WAAREEENER

77
SolarSpec Score
B
Grade B
across 2 models
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Waaree at a glance

5 GW
Annual shipments
1%
Global market share
37+ yr
In business (since 1989)
Headquarters
Mumbai, India
Product Lines
1 category
Solar Panels
Manufacturing
India · United States
Primary Market
India · US · EU

Certifications: IEC 61215 · IEC 61730 · UL 1703 · CEC Listed · BIS

Warranty: 12-yr product · 30-yr performance

Key milestones

  • 1989 Founded in Mumbai, India
  • 2024 Listed on NSE; opened US factory in Brookshire, Texas

Source: www.waaree.com/about-us · Last updated 2026-05-27

Waaree Pros & Cons (data-driven)

+ Pros

  • Average panel efficiency 21.5% exceeds industry baseline 21%
  • Strong heat tolerance (-0.3%/°C, better than industry -0.32%/°C)
  • Low annual degradation 0.4%/yr (industry average ~0.5%/yr)

Cons

  • Distributor and installer pricing varies — direct retail rarely available
  • Some 2026 models depend on regional distributor availability

Pros and cons calculated against industry baselines: 21% panel efficiency, 12yr panel warranty, -0.32%/°C temp coeff, 90% battery RTE.

Current Waaree Product List (2)

Solar Panels (2)

Model Wattage Efficiency Warranty Verified Score Details
WS-440 440W 21.8% 12/25 yr 77 (B) View →
WS-545 Bifacial 545W 21.2% 12/30 yr 77 (B) View →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SolarSpec Score for Waaree?

Waaree earns a SolarSpec Score of 77/100 (Grade B) based on the weighted average of all 2 models in their 2026 lineup. The score combines efficiency, warranty, temperature coefficient, and verification status. See our /methodology/ page for the full formula.

How many solar products does Waaree offer in 2026?

Waaree offers 2 products in their 2026 lineup: 2 solar panels.

What is the most efficient Waaree solar panel?

The most efficient Waaree solar panel is the WS-440 at 21.8% efficiency with 440W output. Waaree panels range from 21.2% to 21.8% efficiency across 2 models.

What warranty does Waaree offer on solar panels?

Waaree offers up to 12-year product warranty and up to 30-year performance warranty. Average annual degradation across the lineup is 0.4%.

Where are Waaree solar panels manufactured?

Waaree solar panels are manufactured in India.

How we score brands

Every Waaree model in our catalog is scored 0-100 using a transparent formula: efficiency (25 pts), product warranty (20 pts), performance warranty bonus (3 pts), temperature coefficient (12 pts), and datasheet verification (5 pts), on a 50-point baseline. The brand-level score is the simple average across all 2 models.

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