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
The Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.8 to 3.2. The Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus leads on value, AC output and battery life. The Zendure SuperBase V4600 wins on charging speed and solar input. The Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus costs $1,270.75 less ($3,028.25 vs $4,299).
Zendure SuperBase V4600
#27 in Home backupFull review
For home backup buyers who want 240V output and room to grow past 20 kWh from one wheeled unit.
Zendure $5,998 HVACDirect $4,299$4,299
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 Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus for value ($0.60 per rated Wh vs $0.93 per rated Wh), AC output (7,200 W continuous AC vs 3,800 W continuous AC) and battery life (LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles).
- Choose the Zendure SuperBase V4600 for charging speed (0-100% on AC in 2 h vs 0-100% on AC in 3 h 30 min) and solar input (3,000 W max solar input vs 1,200 W max solar input).
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 | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus | Zendure SuperBase V4600 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 54 $0.60 per rated Wh | 3 $0.93 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 | 85 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles |
| AC output 15% | 100 7,200 W continuous AC | 42 3,800 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 16 0-100% on AC in 3 h 30 min | 63 0-100% on AC in 2 h |
| Portability 10% | 68 83 Wh per kg (134.5 lb (61 kg)) | 71 84 Wh per kg (121 lb (55 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 10 1,200 W max solar input | 59 3,000 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (13 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Specifications
| Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus | Zendure SuperBase V4600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 5,040 Wh | 4,608 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 70%+ | 6,000 6,000+ cycles (manufacturer; end-of-life capacity not stated) |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 60,000 Wh | Yes, up to 23,040 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 7,200 W (14,400 W surge) | 3,800 W |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | - | 5,000 W |
| 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 | - |
| 120/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R) | 1 | - |
| 240V 20A outlet (NEMA 6-20R) | - | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 4 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | - | 2 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | Yes (13 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | - | 3,600 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) | 2 h (About 2 h at 3,600W from a 240V outlet; 1,800W max from a 120V outlet. Up to 4,608W combined with solar) |
| Max solar input | 1,200 W | 3,000 W |
| Solar input voltage | 2 x 16-60V DC8mm low-PV (1,200W) + 135-450V 15A high-PV (wattage not published) | 12-150V, 25A (1 MPPT, XT90) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 134.5 lb (61 kg) | 121 lb (55 kg) |
| Dimensions | 16.5 x 15.5 x 25 in | 28.7 x 13.6 x 17.4 in |
| App | Jackery app | Zendure app (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |