The neutrino decay solution of the solar neutrino problem is revisited in the context of majoron models. It is shown that for a definite range of parameters this scenario reconciles both the Homestake and the Kamiokande data. The prediction for Gallium detectors is also given. Attention is devoted to the analysis of the $$\bar v_e $$ signal, which is the crucial prediction of this scenario. It is shown that the sensitivity of Borexino is sufficient to observe this signal and to distinguish it from the alternative $$\bar v_e $$ signal provided by hybrid models of neutrino oscillation and magnetic moment transitions. Other sources of solar $$\bar v_e $$ production are also reviewed (matter induced decay, MSW catalized decay or the decay of ...