BLUETTI Apex 300
#15 in LargeFull review
For homeowners who want a 240V-capable backup battery that grows with expansion packs, not a grab-and-go unit.
Amazon $1,498.98 BLUETTI $1,499$1,498.98
The BLUETTI Apex 300 rates 4.0 among large portable power stations; the Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus rates 3.8 among home backup ones. The BLUETTI Apex 300 costs $1,529.27 less ($1,498.98 vs $3,028.25).
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
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (large and home backup), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | BLUETTI Apex 300 | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 25% | 63 $0.54 per rated Wh | 54 $0.60 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, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 100 3,840 W continuous AC | 100 7,200 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) | 16 0-100% on AC in 3 h 30 min |
| Portability 10% | 50 73 Wh per kg (83.8 lb (38 kg)) | 68 83 Wh per kg (134.5 lb (61 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 84 2,400 W max solar input | 10 1,200 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 80 UPS (0 ms), expandable, app | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Specifications
| BLUETTI Apex 300 | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 2,764.8 Wh | 5,040 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,000 to 80% | 4,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 19,353.6 Wh | Yes, up to 60,000 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 3,840 W (7,680 W surge) | 7,200 W (14,400 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 6 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 4 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | 1 | - |
| 120/240V 30A twist-lock (NEMA L14-30R) | - | 1 |
| 120/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R) | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 0 | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 0 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | No | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | - |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (0 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 | 2,400 W | 1,200 W |
| Solar input voltage | 2 inputs, 12-60V, 20A each | 2 x 16-60V DC8mm low-PV (1,200W) + 135-450V 15A high-PV (wattage not published) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 83.8 lb (38 kg) | 134.5 lb (61 kg) |
| Dimensions | 20.67 x 12.87 x 12.6 in | 16.5 x 15.5 x 25 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | Jackery app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |