A 240V-capable home-backup station for buyers who want to back up a well pump or a home circuit, with lots of solar input. It is far too heavy for camping.
Pecron $2,199The PECRON F5000LFP is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.3 to 3.7. The PECRON F5000LFP leads on value, portability and AC output.
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 $2,199.99Prices 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 PECRON F5000LFP for value ($0.43 per rated Wh vs $0.57 per rated Wh), portability (91 Wh per kg (123.9 lb (56.2 kg)) vs 64 Wh per kg (132.3 lb (60 kg))) and AC output (7,200 W continuous AC vs 6,000 W continuous AC).
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 | PECRON F5000LFP | Anker SOLIX F3800 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 25% | 80 $0.43 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% | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 84 91 Wh per kg (123.9 lb (56.2 kg)) | 35 64 Wh per kg (132.3 lb (60 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 100 5,800 W max solar input | 56 2,400 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (0 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
PECRON F5000LFP
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
| PECRON F5000LFP | Anker SOLIX F3800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 5,120 Wh | 3,840 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | - | 2,980 Wh (78%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 3,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 35,840 Wh | Yes, up to 26,880 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 7,200 W | 6,000 W (9,000 W surge) |
| 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) | 3 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | No | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 1 | - |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (0 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | 1,800 W |
| Max solar input | 5,800 W | 2,400 W |
| Solar input voltage | 2 x 3200W XT60 (30-180V, 25A); 6400W with an extra battery | 11-60V, 2 inputs at 1200W each |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 123.9 lb (56.2 kg) | 132.3 lb (60 kg) |
| Dimensions | 21.7 x 15 x 13.1 in | 27.6 x 15.3 x 15.6 in |
| App | PECRON app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) | Anker app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
