For home-backup buyers who want large tested capacity at a lower price per watt-hour than most 3 kWh-plus units.
Amazon $1,709 Jackery $1,899 Outbound PowerThe Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.0 to 3.8. The Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus leads on tested capacity, portability and AC output. The Mango Power E wins on value, charging speed and solar input. The Mango Power E costs $410 less ($1,299 vs $1,709).
For home backup buyers who want a large 3.5 kWh LFP battery at a low price per watt-hour and can live with its weight.
Mango Power $1,299Prices 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 HomePower 3600 Plus for tested capacity (89% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) vs 77% of rated capacity delivered (1 test)), portability (102 Wh per kg (77.2 lb (35 kg)) vs 78 Wh per kg (100.1 lb (45.4 kg))) and AC output (3,600 W continuous AC vs 3,000 W continuous AC).
- Choose the Mango Power E for value ($0.37 per rated Wh vs $0.48 per rated Wh), charging speed (0-100% on AC in 1 h 30 min vs 0-100% on AC in 2 h 30 min) and solar input (2,000 W max solar input vs 1,000 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 HomePower 3600 Plus | Mango Power E |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 25% | 73 $0.48 per rated Wh | 90 $0.37 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 88 89% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 32 77% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 37 3,600 W continuous AC | 20 3,000 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 47 0-100% on AC in 2 h 30 min | 79 0-100% on AC in 1 h 30 min |
| Portability 10% | 100 102 Wh per kg (77.2 lb (35 kg)) | 60 78 Wh per kg (100.1 lb (45.4 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 15 1,000 W max solar input | 49 2,000 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 65 expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 65 expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNET | 3,201 Wh | 89.3% | 480W load logged with HOBOware; round-trip efficiency 79.66%; recharge 2 h 31 min; ran a test fridge about 38.6 h |
Mango Power E
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| StorageReview | 2,720 Wh | 77% | Full discharge at a 350W load delivered 2.72 kWh of 3.53 kWh rated; recharge from empty drew 3.64 kWh |
Specifications
| Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus | Mango Power E | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 3,584 Wh | 3,533 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 3,201 Wh (89%) | 2,720 Wh (77%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,000 to 70%+ | 6,000 to 70% (CATL LFP cells, at 25°C, 0.5C) |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 21,000 Wh | Yes, up to 7,066 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 3,600 W (7,200 W surge) | 3,000 W |
| AC outlets | 5 total | 5 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 4 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 6 |
| 12 V car outlet | No | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | - | 2 |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | 3,000 W |
| Full AC charge time | 2 h 30 min (About 2.5 h on AC; about 2 h on AC + solar (manufacturer)) | 1 h 30 min (80% in 1 h, full in 1.5 h at 3,000W with the 30A fast-charging cable (sold separately); the included 15A cable charges at up to 1,800W) |
| Max solar input | 1,000 W | 2,000 W |
| Solar input voltage | 16-60V (2x DC8020) | 60-150V (1 MPPT) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 77.2 lb (35 kg) | 100.1 lb (45.4 kg) |
| Dimensions | 15.2 x 12.2 x 19.3 in | 17.8 x 13.6 x 19.4 in |
| App | Jackery App | Mango Power app (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
