Gallagher S30 Lithium Solar
A portable lithium solar charger for netting, small pastures and keeping wildlife out of crops.
Amazon $339.99$339.99
The Gallagher S30 Lithium Solar is the better electric fence energizer overall, rated 2.8 to 2.6. The Gallagher S30 Lithium Solar leads on warranty. The Zareba 5 Mile Solar ESP5M-Z wins on lightning cover. The Zareba 5 Mile Solar ESP5M-Z costs $210 less ($129.99 vs $339.99).
Zareba 5 Mile Solar ESP5M-Z
#11 in Battery and solarFull review
A simple post mounted solar charger for a small paddock, rotational grazing strip or garden fence away from power.
Amazon $129.99$129.99
Prices were last checked November 2, 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 Gallagher S30 Lithium Solar for warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
- Choose the Zareba 5 Mile Solar ESP5M-Z for lightning cover (warranty covers lightning damage vs lightning damage not covered).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every battery and solar electric fence energizer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Gallagher S30 Lithium Solar | Zareba 5 Mile Solar ESP5M-Z |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 35% | 14 $1,619 per joule ($339.99, 0.2 J output) | 29 $866.60 per joule ($129.99, 0.1 J output) |
| Output 25% | 33 0.2 J output | 25 0.1 J output |
| Warranty 25% | 100 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Lightning cover 15% | 0 lightning damage not covered | 100 warranty covers lightning damage |
Specifications
| Gallagher S30 Lithium Solar | Zareba 5 Mile Solar ESP5M-Z | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Power | Solar | Solar |
| Output energy | 0.2 J | 0.1 J |
| Stored energy | 0.3 J | - |
| Rated fence length | 20 miles | 5 miles |
| Rated area | 60 acres | - |
| Peak voltage | 9.3 kV | 8.6 kV |
| Low impedance | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Battery | - | 6 V |
| Solar panel | 3.8 W | - |
| Lightning cover | No | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |