Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max
#4 in Home backupFull review
A 240V-capable, expandable home-backup unit for households that need to run a well pump or other 240V loads in an outage.
Amazon $1,799 Jackery $1,799$1,799
The Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max rates 4.1 among home backup portable power stations; the BLUETTI Apex 300 rates 4.0 among large ones. The BLUETTI Apex 300 costs $300.02 less ($1,498.98 vs $1,799).
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
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 (home backup and large), 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 | Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max | BLUETTI Apex 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 69 $0.50 per rated Wh | 63 $0.54 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 100 93% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 46 4,000 W continuous AC | 100 3,840 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 47 0-100% on AC in 2 h 30 min | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 100 107 Wh per kg (74 lb (33.6 kg)) | 50 73 Wh per kg (83.8 lb (38 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 22 1,200 W max solar input | 84 2,400 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 80 UPS (0 ms), expandable, app |
Independent capacity tests
Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 93% | Reported 93% AC discharge efficiency; test load not stated. Idle draw about 30W. |
BLUETTI Apex 300
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max | BLUETTI Apex 300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 3,584 Wh | 2,764.8 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 3,333 Wh (93%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,000 | 6,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 21,500 Wh | Yes, up to 19,353.6 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 4,000 W (8,000 W surge) | 3,840 W (7,680 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 3 total | 6 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 2 | 4 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | - | 1 |
| 120/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R) | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | - | 0 |
| USB-A ports | - | 0 |
| 12 V car outlet | - | No |
| DC5521 ports | - | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (0 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | 1,800 W |
| Full AC charge time | 2 h 30 min (2.5 hr from a wall outlet; 1.3 hr with the 40A charging cable) | - |
| Max solar input | 1,200 W | 2,400 W |
| Solar input voltage | 16-60V 12A (2 x DC8020 inputs) | 2 inputs, 12-60V, 20A each |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 74 lb (33.6 kg) | 83.8 lb (38 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14.76 x 10.83 x 17.72 in | 20.67 x 12.87 x 12.6 in |
| App | Jackery app | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |