PECRON F5000LFP
#1 in Home backupFull review
A 240V-capable home-backup station for buyers who want to back up a well pump or a home circuit, with lots of solar input. It is far too heavy for camping.
Pecron $2,199$2,199
The PECRON F5000LFP is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.3 to 3.8. The PECRON F5000LFP leads on value, solar input and portability. The PECRON F5000LFP costs $829.25 less ($2,199 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 PECRON F5000LFP for value ($0.43 per rated Wh vs $0.60 per rated Wh), solar input (5,800 W max solar input vs 1,200 W max solar input) and portability (91 Wh per kg (123.9 lb (56.2 kg)) vs 83 Wh per kg (134.5 lb (61 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 | PECRON F5000LFP | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 25% | 80 $0.43 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, 4,000 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% | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) | 16 0-100% on AC in 3 h 30 min |
| Portability 10% | 84 91 Wh per kg (123.9 lb (56.2 kg)) | 68 83 Wh per kg (134.5 lb (61 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 100 5,800 W max solar input | 10 1,200 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (0 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Specifications
| PECRON F5000LFP | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 5,120 Wh | 5,040 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 4,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 35,840 Wh | Yes, up to 60,000 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 7,200 W | 7,200 W (14,400 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 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 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | No | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 1 | - |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (0 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 | 5,800 W | 1,200 W |
| Solar input voltage | 2 x 3200W XT60 (30-180V, 25A); 6400W with an extra battery | 2 x 16-60V DC8mm low-PV (1,200W) + 135-450V 15A high-PV (wattage not published) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 123.9 lb (56.2 kg) | 134.5 lb (61 kg) |
| Dimensions | 21.7 x 15 x 13.1 in | 16.5 x 15.5 x 25 in |
| App | PECRON app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) | Jackery app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |