For home backup of a fridge, router and small appliances where a compact, long-lived battery matters more than high output or solar charging speed.
Amazon $779.99 Anker SOLIX $699.99The Anker SOLIX S2000 and the PECRON E2400LFP are evenly matched, rated 4.1 and 4.1. The Anker SOLIX S2000 leads on tested capacity and battery life. The PECRON E2400LFP wins on AC output, features and solar input. The PECRON E2400LFP costs $50.99 less ($649 vs $699.99).
A low-cost 2kWh LiFePO4 station for home backup that can grow with extra batteries. Heavy users who run it near full load should expect less runtime than the rating suggests.
Amazon $649Prices were last checked October 30, 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 Anker SOLIX S2000 for tested capacity (91% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) vs 75% of rated capacity delivered (1 test)) and battery life (LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 3-year warranty).
- Choose the PECRON E2400LFP for AC output (2,400 W continuous AC vs 1,500 W continuous AC), features (UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app vs UPS (10 ms), 100 W USB-C, app) and solar input (800 W max solar input vs 400 W max solar input).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every large portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Anker SOLIX S2000 | PECRON E2400LFP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 93 $0.35 per rated Wh | 97 $0.32 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 95 91% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 23 75% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 86 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 3-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 0 1,500 W continuous AC | 54 2,400 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 70 0-100% on AC in 1 h 47 min | 79 0-100% on AC in 1 h 30 min |
| Portability 10% | 100 124 Wh per kg (35.7 lb (16.2 kg)) | 100 100 Wh per kg (45 lb (20.5 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 6 400 W max solar input | 28 800 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (10 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
Anker SOLIX S2000
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 91% | Efficiency test; load not specified in the review. Measured AC recharge 1 h 47 min. |
PECRON E2400LFP
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 75% | 2,275W load from full to shutoff; first run stopped at 36 min with an overheating warning, retest after calibration ran 40.5 min. Measured idle draw about 13.6W and a 1 h 21 min AC recharge. |
Specifications
| Anker SOLIX S2000 | PECRON E2400LFP | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 2,010 Wh | 2,048 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 1,829 Wh (91%) | 1,536 Wh (75%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,000 to 80% (10,000 to 60%) | 3,500 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | Yes, up to 9,728 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,500 W (3,000 W surge) | 2,400 W (4,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 5 total | 3 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 5 | - |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | - | 3 |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 4 |
| 12 V car outlet | No | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 1 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,600 W | 1,800 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 47 min (measured by The Solar Lab; Anker states 2.3 h at the default 1,150W, UltraFast (1,600W) is enabled in the app) | 1 h 30 min (Manufacturer: full in 1.5 hours) |
| Max solar input | 400 W | 800 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-60V | 32-95V, 700W (GX16) + 12-18V, 100W (DC5521) |
| Car charging | - | 100 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 35.7 lb (16.2 kg) | 45 lb (20.5 kg) |
| Dimensions | 8.2 x 11.1 x 12.7 in | 14.8 x 9.3 x 13 in |
| App | Anker app | PECRON app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2026-05 | 2025-09 |
