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 3.7. The Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus leads on portability, AC output and battery life. The Anker SOLIX F3800 wins on solar input. The Anker SOLIX F3800 costs $828.26 less ($2,199.99 vs $3,028.25).
Anker SOLIX F3800
#22 in Home backupFull review
For homeowners who want 240V backup that can grow into a whole-home battery, and who do not need the extra solar input of the F3800 Plus.
Amazon Anker $2,199.99$2,199.99
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 64 Wh per kg (132.3 lb (60 kg))), AC output (7,200 W continuous AC vs 6,000 W continuous AC) and battery life (LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty).
- Choose the Anker SOLIX F3800 for solar input (2,400 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 25% | 54 $0.60 per rated Wh | 58 $0.57 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 35 78% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| 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)) | 35 64 Wh per kg (132.3 lb (60 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 10 1,200 W max solar input | 56 2,400 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus
No independent test published yet.
Anker SOLIX F3800
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| StorageReview | 2,980 Wh | 78% | Full discharge until the inverter cut off; load not stated. Recharge from 0 to 100% took 4,930 Wh from the wall. |
Specifications
| Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus | Anker SOLIX F3800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 5,040 Wh | 3,840 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | - | 2,980 Wh (78%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 70%+ | 3,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 60,000 Wh | Yes, up to 26,880 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 7,200 W (14,400 W surge) | 6,000 W (9,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 8 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 6 |
| 120/240V 30A twist-lock (NEMA L14-30R) | 1 | 1 |
| 120/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R) | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 3 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 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 | 2,400 W |
| Solar input voltage | 2 x 16-60V DC8mm low-PV (1,200W) + 135-450V 15A high-PV (wattage not published) | 11-60V, 2 inputs at 1200W each |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 134.5 lb (61 kg) | 132.3 lb (60 kg) |
| Dimensions | 16.5 x 15.5 x 25 in | 27.6 x 15.3 x 15.6 in |
| App | Jackery app | Anker app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |