BLUETTI Apex 300
#10 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 4.1 among large portable power stations; the Jackery HomePower 3000 rates 4.1 among home backup ones. The Jackery HomePower 3000 costs $149.98 less ($1,349 vs $1,498.98).
Jackery HomePower 3000
#5 in Home backupFull review
A big, affordable 3kWh station for RV owners and home backup who don’t need 240V or expansion.
Amazon $1,349 Jackery $1,349$1,349
Prices were last checked October 22, 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 HomePower 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 63 $0.54 per rated Wh | 79 $0.44 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 68 85% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 90 90% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| 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 | 37 3,600 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) | 57 0-100% on AC in 2 h 12 min |
| Portability 10% | 50 73 Wh per kg (83.8 lb (38 kg)) | 100 114 Wh per kg (59.5 lb (27 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 84 2,400 W max solar input | 21 1,000 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 80 UPS (0 ms), expandable, app | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
BLUETTI Apex 300
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 85% | Efficiency calculated from a variety of loads through the AC outlets; idle draw about 20W. |
Jackery HomePower 3000
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNET | 2,759 Wh | 90% | 480W load logged with HOBOware; round-trip efficiency 78.35%; ran a test fridge 32 h 3 min. |
Specifications
| BLUETTI Apex 300 | Jackery HomePower 3000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 2,764.8 Wh | 3,072 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 2,350 Wh (85%) | 2,759 Wh (90%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,000 to 80% | 4,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 19,353.6 Wh | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 3,840 W (7,680 W surge) | 3,600 W (7,200 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 5 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 4 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | 1 | 1 |
| 120/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R) | 1 | - |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 0 | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 0 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | No | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (0 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | - |
| Full AC charge time | - | 2 h 12 min (2.2 hr from a 15A wall outlet) |
| Max solar input | 2,400 W | 1,000 W |
| Solar input voltage | 2 inputs, 12-60V, 20A each | 16-60V (2 x DC8mm, combined) |
| Car charging | 192 W | 96 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 83.8 lb (38 kg) | 59.5 lb (27 kg) |
| Dimensions | 20.67 x 12.87 x 12.6 in | 16.4 x 12.8 x 12 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | Jackery app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |