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01. What to look for before you buy02. Where these figures come from03. Best prices in stock today04. Why buy from Qyvea05. FAQ
Researchers in Kenya found households are wary of solar products that fail, and that many look similar but differ greatly in quality. Check brightness in lumens, battery capacity, charge time, the warranty and whether the panel is built in or separate. Buy from a seller who stands behind the product.
Key takeaways
- Quality varies widely.
- Check lumens, battery and warranty.
- Panel size decides charge time.
- Buy from a seller with after-sales support.
01What to look for before you buy
- Brightness in lumens, not just watts
- Battery type and capacity
- Charge time in full sun
- Hours of light on each brightness setting
- Phone-charging port if you need one
- Warranty and where to claim
02Where these figures come from
Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: Innovations for Poverty Action: rural lighting in Kenya; SEED: Solanterns enterprise brief.
03Best prices in stock today
Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or ask us on WhatsApp for a recommendation.
04Why buy from Qyvea
Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea
- Genuine branded products sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product)
- 7-day returns and exchanges; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund
- Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card; refunds go back the same way
- Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya
- Delivered to your door, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews (bought from us? leave a review)
- Talk to a person on WhatsApp 0113 301 244, usually within 30 minutes
Full details: return & refund policy.
05Frequently asked questions
Does a solar lantern work on cloudy days?
It charges more slowly. Choose a larger panel or keep a mains-charging option.
Is it better than a rechargeable lamp?
It works with no power at all, which suits long outages and off-grid homes.
