FOSSiBOT F7200
#7 in Home backupFull review
A 240V home-backup station for buyers who want to run a home circuit or well pump through outages at a lower price than the big-name brands.
Amazon $2,449 FOSSiBOT $2,899$2,449
The FOSSiBOT F7200 is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.0 to 3.8. The FOSSiBOT F7200 leads on value and solar input. The Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus wins on portability. The FOSSiBOT F7200 costs $579.25 less ($2,449 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 FOSSiBOT F7200 for value ($0.47 per rated Wh vs $0.60 per rated Wh) and solar input (3,700 W max solar input vs 1,200 W max solar input).
- Choose the Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus for portability (83 Wh per kg (134.5 lb (61 kg)) vs 75 Wh per kg (154.3 lb (70 kg))).
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 | FOSSiBOT F7200 | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 25% | 74 $0.47 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, 6,500 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 100 7,200 W continuous AC | 100 7,200 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 16 0-100% on AC in 3 h 30 min | 16 0-100% on AC in 3 h 30 min |
| Portability 10% | 54 75 Wh per kg (154.3 lb (70 kg)) | 68 83 Wh per kg (134.5 lb (61 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 66 3,700 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 |
Specifications
| FOSSiBOT F7200 | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 5,222 Wh | 5,040 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,500 to 80% | 4,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 15,667 Wh | Yes, up to 60,000 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 7,200 W (9,000 W surge) | 7,200 W (14,400 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 6 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 4 |
| 120/240V 30A twist-lock (NEMA L14-30R) | 1 | 1 |
| 120/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R) | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | No | Yes |
| 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 (Manufacturer: about 3.5 hours at 120V; 3000W at 240V in about 2.2 hours) | 3 h 30 min (3.5 hr from a 120V 15A outlet; 1.7 hr through the Smart Transfer Switch) |
| Max solar input | 3,700 W | 1,200 W |
| Solar input voltage | 120-450V, 2500W (HV) + 12-55V, 1200W (LV) | 2 x 16-60V DC8mm low-PV (1,200W) + 135-450V 15A high-PV (wattage not published) |
| Car charging | 200 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 154.3 lb (70 kg) | 134.5 lb (61 kg) |
| Dimensions | 26.4 x 17.7 x 16.1 in | 16.5 x 15.5 x 25 in |
| App | FOSSiBOT app | Jackery app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |