EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3
#15 in Home backupFull review
For households that want a single wheeled unit able to back up 240V circuits and expand toward whole-home capacity.
Amazon $2,799 EcoFlow $2,799$2,799
The EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 and the Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus are evenly matched, rated 3.8 and 3.8. The EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 leads on solar input. The Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus wins on AC output and value. The EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 costs $229.25 less ($2,799 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 for solar input (2,600 W max solar input vs 1,200 W max solar input).
- Choose the Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus for AC output (7,200 W continuous AC vs 4,000 W continuous AC) and value ($0.60 per rated Wh vs $0.68 per rated Wh).
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 | EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 25% | 41 $0.68 per rated Wh | 54 $0.60 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, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 46 4,000 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% | 63 80 Wh per kg (113.5 lb (51.5 kg)) | 68 83 Wh per kg (134.5 lb (61 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 57 2,600 W max solar input | 10 1,200 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 3,790 Wh | 92.5% | Full-discharge AC test; OutdoorGearLab states over 93%, 3790/4096 works out to 92.5%. Recharged from empty in about 3.2 h at about 1600W peak. |
Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 4,096 Wh | 5,040 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 3,790 Wh (93%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 4,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 12,000 Wh | Yes, up to 60,000 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 4,000 W (8,000 W surge) | 7,200 W (14,400 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 6,000 W | - |
| AC outlets | 7 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 | 1 |
| 120/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R) | - | 1 |
| 240V 20A outlet (NEMA 6-20R) | 1 | - |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | - | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 1 | - |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 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 | 2,600 W | 1,200 W |
| Solar input voltage | HV 30-150V (1600W) + LV 11-60V (1000W) | 2 x 16-60V DC8mm low-PV (1,200W) + 135-450V 15A high-PV (wattage not published) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 113.5 lb (51.5 kg) | 134.5 lb (61 kg) |
| Dimensions | 27.28 x 16.16 x 13.43 in | 16.5 x 15.5 x 25 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | Jackery app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |