Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus
#17 in Home backupFull review
A 5kWh, 240V home-backup system for households that want to power large appliances through a transfer switch.
Amazon $3,028.25 Jackery $3,149$3,028.25
The Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.8 to 3.6. The Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus leads on portability, value and AC output. The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus wins on solar input. The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus costs $428.26 less ($2,599.99 vs $3,028.25).
Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus
#26 in Home backupFull review
For homeowners planning a solar-backed, expandable 240V backup system rather than a portable unit.
Anker $2,599.99$2,599.99
Prices were last checked October 20, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus for portability (83 Wh per kg (134.5 lb (61 kg)) vs 62 Wh per kg (136.7 lb (62 kg))), value ($0.60 per rated Wh vs $0.68 per rated Wh) and AC output (7,200 W continuous AC vs 6,000 W continuous AC).
- Choose the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus for solar input (3,200 W max solar input vs 1,200 W max solar input).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every home backup portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus | Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 54 $0.60 per rated Wh | 42 $0.68 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 100 7,200 W continuous AC | 83 6,000 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 16 0-100% on AC in 3 h 30 min | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 68 83 Wh per kg (134.5 lb (61 kg)) | 31 62 Wh per kg (136.7 lb (62 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 10 1,200 W max solar input | 80 3,200 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 80 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C |
Specifications
| Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus | Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 5,040 Wh | 3,840 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 70%+ | 3,000 |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 60,000 Wh | Yes, up to 53,800 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 7,200 W (14,400 W surge) | 6,000 W |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 8 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 6 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | - | 1 |
| 120/240V 30A twist-lock (NEMA L14-30R) | 1 | 1 |
| 120/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R) | 1 | - |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | - |
| USB-A ports | 2 | - |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | - | 1,800 W |
| Full AC charge time | 3 h 30 min (3.5 hr from a 120V 15A outlet; 1.7 hr through the Smart Transfer Switch) | - |
| Max solar input | 1,200 W | 3,200 W |
| Solar input voltage | 2 x 16-60V DC8mm low-PV (1,200W) + 135-450V 15A high-PV (wattage not published) | 11-165V, 2 inputs at 1600W each |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 134.5 lb (61 kg) | 136.7 lb (62 kg) |
| Dimensions | 16.5 x 15.5 x 25 in | 27.6 x 15.3 x 15.6 in |
| App | Jackery app | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |