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10 Best Wind Turbine Kits: Which Is The Best Wind Turbine for Home Use?

From budget-friendly options to a home wind turbine that gives you real-time wind turbine info and alerts you if there is damage, we’ve covered everything! 

We even threw in an easy-to-comprehend buying guide so you won’t get lost in complicated home wind turbine jargons and ultimately have a home wind turbine that meets your household needs. After all, tomorrow is another day (yes, that’s a Gone With the Wind reference )

Ready to harness the power of the wind? Let’s get started!

10 Best Home Wind Turbines For Extra Power 

Don’t have time to read the full reviews? This product table will bring you up to speed on our top choices.

Image Product Details
Best Overall Best Overall No products found. Dyna-Living 500W Wind Turbine
  • Great value for the price
  • Operates 40F to 186F
  • Does not include a tower

Budget Pick Budget Pick Wind Turbine Generator Dyna-Living 400W Wind Turbine
  • Best budget option
  • Provides 400 wind energy
  • Does not include a tower

Premium Pick Premium Pick 48v Wind Turbine IstaBreeze Wind Turbine
  • High power output
  • Quiet operation
  • Expensive price tag

Vertical Axis Wind Turbine LOYALHEARTDY Wind Turbine
  • Low maintenance
  • Operates quietly
  • Moderate power output

Vertical Axis Wind Turbine Dyna-Living 800W Wind Turbine
  • Suitable for all climates
  • Includes LED on controller to monitor brake
  • Hard to source replacement parts

5 Blade Wind Controller Turbine YaeMarine Wind Turbine
  • Automatically adjusts to changing wind directions
  • Withstands wind speeds up to 45 m/s
  • Lacks enough power output

Wind Turbine 200W Pikasola Wind Turbine
  • Attractive design
  • High wind utilization
  • Low power output

Wind Turbine Generator Windmill DB-400 Wind Turbine
  • Complete kit
  • Rated for up to category 3 hurricane winds
  • Manual braking switch

Wind Turbine Generator Automaxx Wind Turbine
  • Corrosion-proof
  • Rated for up to category 3 hurricane winds
  • Slow shipping

Wind Turbine Generator Tumo-Int Wind Turbine
  • Includes a software to control and monitor turbine
  • High power output
  • Might be an overkill for small households

Whether you’re looking to cut down your electric bill or reduce your reliance on the power grid, there is a wind turbine for you. We’ve reviewed turbines suited for all climates, and power output needs to help you find the right one.

1. Dyna-Living 500W Wind Turbine – Best Overall

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Specifications

  • Power: 500W

  • Start-up Speed: 2m/s
  • Rated Speed: 13m/s
  • Blade count: 5

The Dyna-Living 500W Wind Turbine is our pick for the best home wind turbine. It offers a great balance of cost versus value, reliably generating a good amount of power at low wind speeds without breaking the bank.

Now, why would we declare this as the winner and not its bigger and smaller versions? The answer is simple: it’s the best of both worlds. It’s not too small nor too big and can provide you with just enough power for small to medium households. 

While it is a great value and our favorite of the bunch, this wind turbine is best suited for areas with mild to moderate wind speeds. Despite the wind limitations, the turbine is suitable for nearly all climates with an operational rating between – 40F to 186F.

This turbine is best for people living in areas with mild to moderate wind speeds who need a reliable source of green energy.

2. Dyna-Living 400W Wind Turbine – Budget Pick

Wind Turbine Generator

Specifications

  • Power: 400W

  • Start-up speed: 2m/s
  • Rated Speed: 13m/s
  • Blade count: 5

The Dyna-Living 400W Wind Turbine is the best bang for your buck home wind turbine. While there is another option on our list at a lower price point, it operates at a lower capacity, making this turbine an overall better value. 

This turbine has a lot in common with the Dyna-Living 800W Wind Turbine. First, its start-up speed and rated speed are identical. You’ll even enjoy the same fiberglass construction, aerodynamic design, and even the patented magnet generator and special stator. 

What makes it different is the lower energy output. You’ll only be getting 400W of power, so don’t expect it to become your only electricity source. Consider it only as a back-up when there is a power outage in your area. 

Noise output? This home wind turbine is as quiet as it gets. Your neighbors won’t even notice (sound-wise) that you’re collecting wind power for emergency use! 

While the turbine is not suited for areas with extreme winds, it is rated for operations in weather conditions from – 40F to 186F, making it perfect for almost all regions except those with the harshest climates. 

If you need additional help assembling this wind turbine, you can download the User Manual on Technical Specification online or contact the manufacturer through Amazon for additional assistance.

If you live in an area of mild to moderate wind speeds and want to make the most of the energy you harvest, this turbine is the best choice for your home use.

3. IstaBreeze Wind Turbine – Premium Pick

48v Wind Turbine

Specifications

  • Power: 2000W

  • Start-up Speed: 3m/s
  • Rated Speed: 14-15m/s
  • Blade Count: 5

The IstaBreeze Wind Turbine is our choice for the best premium home wind turbine. The upfront expense will net you a high-quality home wind turbine that generates an incredible amount of power – 2000 watts to be exact. Plus, it only needs 48 volts when in operation. 

This high-power output home wind turbine only runs around 40 decibels at full operation speed, giving you a good’s night sleep. It is roughly the same amount of noise you’ll get from a modern fridge. The noise level falls 20 decibels below that of a normal conversation or a running dishwasher. 

The best part is this turbine is suitable for less windy areas because of its start-up speed set at 3m per second. 

If you’re looking for a turbine that will generate enough power to make a significant impact on your monthly electricity bill, the IstaBreeze Wind Turbine is a perfect choice.

4. LOYALHEARTDY Wind Turbine

Vertical Axis Wind Turbine

Specifications

  • Power: 600W

  • Start-up Speed: 2m/s
  • Rated Speed: 13m/s
  • Blade Count: 5

Now, if you’re not particularly a handy person or you’d prefer to have a home wind turbine that you can install after you receive it, the LOYALHEARTDY Wind Turbine fits the bill. 

But, this small turbine can take a whole lot of (wind) beating. It uses high-quality nylon fiber, offering durability without making it difficult to carry over the roof. As a matter of fact, its choice of material allows the wind turbine to operate in temperatures between – 40F to 186F. 

What makes it even interesting is the design of the blades. Instead of a standard flat-blade design – think of a ceiling fan; the blades are concave and in a vertical orientation. This space-like configuration is not for show. It has a purpose, which is to increase energy efficiency. 

Plus, it is fitted with double bearings to run smoothly with low vibrations, keeping operations quiet.

This wind turbine requires wind speeds of only 2m/s to begin generating up to 600W of power. You don’t have to worry about the power output overcharging the battery since it has a fully integrated voltage regulator. This component automatically shuts off when the battery reaches a full charge.

If you are looking for a small wind turbine that operates quietly and safely without sacrificing consistent output, this wind turbine is a great fit for home use.

5. Dyna-Living 800W Wind Turbine

Vertical Axis Wind Turbine

Specifications

  • Power: 800W

  • Start-up Speed: 2m/s
  • Rated Speed: 13m/s
  • Blade Count: 3

If the LOYALHEARTDY Wind Turbine’s design is too futuristic for you, consider the Dyna-Living 800W Wind Turbine. It sports the standard commercial 3-blade design, but, of course, in a compact home-friendly size. 

Aside from the looks, you’ll get more power with this wind system – 200W more than the LOYALHEARTDY. Despite the power output, this residential wind turbine still operates very quietly and will not disturb you, even when running at full speed. 

How about its durability? 

It stays intact even in harsher climates, thanks to its lightweight fiberglass construction. It is even rated for operations in weather conditions from – 40F to 186F. For optimal power generation efficiency while reducing wind resistance, it uses aerodynamically-shaped blades, a patented magnet generator, and a special stator. 

If you have any trouble with the turbine’s power output, be sure to check the wind speeds in your area. Also, check the battery power and connections of your system.

If you frequently experience gusting winds in your area, you’ll be happy to know that it has an automatic braking system. An LED light is available, so you don’t have to wonder why the blades stopped working out of the blue. 

One thing to note is that this turbine does not include a tower. You will need to purchase it separately. Should you run into any difficulty setting up your turbine, contact the manufacturer through Amazon for assistance.

 When it is safe to do so, ensure that the turbine blades are not obstructed and can move freely.

If you are looking for a turbine that offers a stable power output in low wind conditions and suitable for nearly all climates, the Dyna-Living 800W Wind Turbine is a great choice.

6. YaeMarine Wind Turbine

5 Blade Wind Controller Turbine

Specifications

  • Power: 400W

  • Start-up Speed: 2 m/s
  • Rated Speed: 11.5 m/s
  • Blade count: 5

The YaeMarine Wind Turbine is the only pick on our list made with a combination of aluminum alloy and Nylon Fiber. The aluminum adds a bit of additional durability to the body, while the nylon fiber used in the blades keeps them flexible no matter the wind conditions.

As a matter of fact, it can withstand wind speeds up to 45m/s. Plus, it’s corrosion and UV resistant and rated for operations between – 40 F to 186 F.

The overall construction of this turbine is top-notch, but if you need spare or replacement parts after extensive use, the company is happy to help!

If you live in an area with strong winds, high humidity, and harsh sun, this is the one.

7. Pikasola Wind Turbine 

Wind Turbine 200W

Specifications

  • Power: 200W

  • Start-up Speed: 1.5 m/s
  • Rated Speed: 11 m/s
  • Blade count: 5

The Pikasola Wind Turbine is the best option on our list if you live in an area with very little wind. It has the lowest start-up wind speed at just 1.5 m/s while still providing enough power to charge a laptop or run a microwave for an extended time.

The turbine also has a unique, attractive appearance – its design resembles a red lantern. But it’s not only for your visual entertainment. Its aerodynamic design allows the turbine to make the most of low wind speed. Plus, it uses reinforced nylon fiber blades, offering durability and flexibility no matter how it twists and turns.

The turbine can also adjust to varying wind directions mid-operation, protecting it from damage and further increasing the energy it can utilize from the wind. As an added bonus, this setup includes an Anemometer, allowing you to accurately measure the wind speed with the press of a button. No more wondering how much wind your turbine is exposed to!

This turbine’s incredibly low start-up speed makes it a perfect choice for someone who’d like to start using wind power but doesn’t live in an area with strong wind.

8. Windmill DB-400 Wind Turbine

Wind Turbine Generator

Specifications

  • Power: 400W

  • Start-up Speed: 3m/s
  • Rated Speed: 14m/s
  • Blade count: 3

Remember that we mentioned that one turbine in our review is for marine use? Well, this is it. 

The Windmill DB-400 Wind Turbine is made for land or sea use, making it a great choice for homes on the coast or even on a houseboat. Don’t worry about rusting and discoloration, though. It has a special coating against saltwater corrosion and UV protection. 

Since coastlines have strong wind gusts, the turbine comes with voltage surge protection and an automatic braking system. These safety features don’t only minimize blade damage but also protect the battery from being overcharged. For your peace of mind, the turbine is rated for use in heavy rains and up to category 3 level hurricane winds. 

Plus, should you need to pause operations of the turbine for any reason, there is a manual braking switch.

The Windmill DB-400 Wind Turbine is compact and lightweight, making it easy to set up and place in any location. The package includes everything you need to set it up, including tools, and ships directly from the manufacturer’s factory in Taiwan.

If you need a compact turbine suited for extreme winds, rain, or even marine use, this turbine is the perfect fit.

9. Automaxx Wind Turbine

Wind Turbine Generator

Specifications

  • Power: 600W

  • Start-up Speed: 2m/s
  • Rated Speed: 12.5m/s
  • Blade count: 3

If the 400W power output of the Windmill DB-400 Wind is too low for your needs, the Automaxx Wind Turbine is an excellent alternative. 

Made for land and marine use, this home wind turbine includes safety features, including voltage and gust protection, automatic braking system, and emergency manual braking switch. No matter which way the wind blows, the turbine makes the most of even the most chaotic winds, operating in 360 degrees to harness the most kinetic energy. 

But what is the main selling point of this home wind turbine, you ask? You can pair it with solar panels to give an additional boost to your clean energy output. Solar Lanterns are also a great addition to an eco-friendly home.

Need help hooking up your wind turbine to the same system as your solar panels? This video is a useful guide:

If you need more power output and the flexibility to connect it to a solar panel, this is the turbine for you!

10. Tumo-Int Wind Turbine

Wind Turbine Generator

Specifications

  • Power: 1000W

  • Start-up Speed: 2.5 m/s
  • Rated Speed: 12.5 m/s
  • Blade count: 3

The Tumo-Int Wind Turbine is a great choice for anyone who wants a long-lasting wind turbine with little maintenance. The company guarantees their product’s continued operation for up to 15 years without a single check-up or repair – if it’s properly set up. 

You can extend this turbine’s lifespan to up to 25 years if you are willing to put in a little time and effort. A warranty also covers you for the first three years of operation after purchase, so you have plenty of time to test its durability!

But that’s not all. This turbine is also the most technically advanced on our list. It has a software program so you can conveniently and effortlessly monitor the turbine from your laptop or computer.  

Helping you understand your turbine’s condition is the software’s ability to give you a comprehensive overview of the wind speed, battery information, and other operational data. Should the turbines sustain damage after a heavy rain, the software will immediately alert you. Neat, right? 

This turbine will stand up to temperatures between – 40F to 186F, all while quietly and efficiently providing you with significant power output, even at low wind speeds.

If you’re looking for a more technically advanced wind turbine with high power output, you can’t beat the Tumo-Int Wind Turbine.

Our Guide To Buying The Best Wind Turbine for Home Use

There aren’t just a multitude of features to consider when shopping for home wind turbines, but you need to understand the local laws, buying incentives, and if your area is even suitable for wind turbines. To help you make sense of it all, we’ve prepared a buying guide that will ensure you know what you’re looking for.

Local Zoning Codes 

Before you start shopping for your perfect wind turbine, you need to look into your city and state’s zoning codes. Unfortunately, it is illegal in many areas to set up residential wind turbines on your property for many reasons, including limitations on building size and height, as well as environmental factors. 

residential area with a couple of visible big wind turbines

That may sound strange. After all, wind turbines are meant to be environmentally friendly sources of renewable energy. This is true, but they do have a significant impact on flying wildlife (1). 

“Between 140,000 and 500,000 bird deaths occur at wind farms each year, in addition to 888,000 bats.”

Wind turbines are among the leading causes of mortality in bats and threatened and high-conservation-value birds such as golden and bald eagles.

Areas that do allow residential wind turbines frequently offer incentives for those who choose to install them (2), be sure to check and see if you qualify for a rebate or tax cut.

If your area doesn’t allow home wind turbines, you might be interested in alternative sources of green energy like a solar power bank

Wind Resource And Climate 

To get the most out of your home wind turbines, you’ll want to place them in an area that regularly gets wind speeds of at least seven to nine miles per hour (11-15 km/h) and stays below 50-55 miles per hour, which is the emergency stop speed for most wind turbines. 

If you live in an area of extremely high winds, you will need to find a residential wind turbine rated for use in extreme conditions.

Wind turbines for residential use are made with fiberglass, flexible nylon fabric, and aluminum. These materials are lightweight and durable to ensure the turbines can generate the maximum amount of wind power. 

If it gets nippy where you live, you may need an efficient space heater or a wall-mounted electric heater.

Blade Count And Size 

When you think of wind turbines, you probably think of the standard 3-blade turbines.

one white 3-blade home wind turbine

But as innovations continue, more designs have additional blades. These new designs offer significant improvements to annual energy production even in low wind conditions (3).

“In an area with wind speeds of around 11 miles per hour (5 m / s), a five-blade turbine can produce over 60% more energy when compared to a turbine with three blades.”

Our top pick, the Dyna-Living 500W Wind Turbine, is a perfect example of the increased output of a 5-blade turbine.

Additional blades can also significantly improve the safety and durability of the wind turbine and reduce the likelihood of malfunction in extreme wind conditions. Also, more blades equate to a decrease in the turbine’s rotation speed and thus quieter operations.

It’s not just the number of blades that determine the energy output of a turbine, it’s also the height and placement. The higher the blades are, the more power will be generated due to the stronger and steadier wind at higher levels (4).

Wind Speed Rating 

Diagram showing how a home wind turbine works

You may have noticed that we’ve included wind speed rating in our review, but what exactly is it? In layman’s terms, it’s the wind speed at which the turbine generates its maximum power output. 

For home wind turbines, the rated speed is generally below 20m/s, as is the case for our budget pick, the Dyna-Living 400W Wind Turbine, but it’s much higher for commercial turbines. 

The wind speed rating should not be confused with the cut-out speed, which is the wind speed at which the turbine will automatically shut down to protect itself from damage and overcharging. 

Energy Output 

The energy output of home wind turbines varies by product and wind conditions. Each wind turbine will have the energy output listed on its product page, its assembly manual, and usually somewhere on the turbine itself. 

Home wind turbines generally have an energy output in the range of 200W to 800W, but some, like our premium pick, the IstaBreeze Wind Turbine, can output as much as 2000W. 

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If you’d like to calculate the energy output of a turbine, the most commonly used formula for calculating the power from a wind turbine is as follows (5): 

Power = Cp 1/2 ρ A V³     
Where:
P = Power output, watts
Cp = Maximum power coefficient, ranging from 0.25 to 0.45, dimension less (theoretical maximum = 0.59)
ρ = Air density, kg/m³
A = Rotor swept area, m² or
π D² / 4 (D is the rotor diameter in m, π = 3.1416)
V = Wind speed, mps

FAQ

The wind turbine size you will need to power a house depends on your wind turbine’s power output and the amount and speed of wind it is exposed to. For instance, a 1.5-kilowatt residential wind turbine can generate enough power for 300 kilowatt-hours each month if placed in a location that receives an annual average wind speed of 14 miles per hour.

Unfortunately, 300-kilowatt hours only cover roughly one-third of the average home’s electric needs per month. While that is still a significant contribution and will greatly reduce your electricity bills, it’s not enough to power your home and relies on conditions that are unattainable in most areas. If you’d like to lower your reliance on the power grid further, you can easily pair most of these wind turbines with solar panels to generate additional clean energy.

Wind turbines have an average lifespan of approximately 20 years, but with simple, low-cost maintenance and monitoring, they can last up to 25 years. To keep your wind turbine running optimally, you will need to perform preventative maintenance check-ups about two or three times per year.

As the turbine ages, you will need to increase maintenance frequency. Don’t forget to conduct a check-up after any significant weather events. Required maintenance will vary depending on the materials the turbine is made with and the operational conditions.

The average home wind turbine will take approximately six months of consistent energy generation to pay itself off. Still, this timeline will vary depending on your turbine’s dimensions, specifications, and wind exposure. If you place your turbine in an area with low or inconsistent wind exposure, it will take longer to pay for itself, just as it will if you purchase a wind turbine with low power output.

You should properly dispose of wind turbine blades. Currently, there are very few places that can recycle retired wind turbines due to the mixed material composition. Several utility companies are presently working to develop an innovative and energy-efficient way to combat waste produced by decommissioned wind turbines.

If you love DIY projects, you can use old wind turbine blades as wall decor pieces.

Wind turbines work at a reduced capacity or not at all when it is not windy. Every residential wind turbine has what’s called a ‘cut in’ speed. We’ve listed it as a start-up speed for clarity in our specifications for each wind turbine.

The cut-in speed for most small wind turbines is very low, with most of our options coming in between 2-3m/s. This rating means they will begin to generate a small amount of power with a gentle breeze. As the wind speed increases, the wind power generated will increase at an exponential rate. It continues until the turbine surpasses its maximum rated wind speed, after which point it will reach its cut-off point to protect the turbine. At the cutoff point, the residential wind turbine will automatically shut off.

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  2. Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency. Retrieved from: https://www.dsireusa.org/
  3. Advantages Of 5-blade Over. Retrieved From: https://studylib.net/doc/6944913/advantages-of-5-blade-over-3
  4. These Huge New Wind Turbines Are A Marvel. Retrieved from: https://www.vox.com/energy-and-environment/2018/3/8/17084158/wind-turbine-power-energy-blades
  5. Small Wind Energy Guidebook. Retrieved from: https://windexchange.energy.gov/small-wind-guidebook

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