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 4.1. The PECRON F5000LFP leads on AC output, solar input and value. The Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max wins on portability. The Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max costs $400 less ($1,799 vs $2,199).
Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max
#4 in Home backupFull review
A 240V-capable, expandable home-backup unit for households that need to run a well pump or other 240V loads in an outage.
Amazon $1,799 Jackery $1,799$1,799
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 AC output (7,200 W continuous AC vs 4,000 W continuous AC), solar input (5,800 W max solar input vs 1,200 W max solar input) and value ($0.43 per rated Wh vs $0.50 per rated Wh).
- Choose the Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max for portability (107 Wh per kg (74 lb (33.6 kg)) vs 91 Wh per kg (123.9 lb (56.2 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 HomePower 3600 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 80 $0.43 per rated Wh | 69 $0.50 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 100 93% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 100 7,200 W continuous AC | 46 4,000 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) | 47 0-100% on AC in 2 h 30 min |
| Portability 10% | 84 91 Wh per kg (123.9 lb (56.2 kg)) | 100 107 Wh per kg (74 lb (33.6 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 100 5,800 W max solar input | 22 1,200 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (0 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
PECRON F5000LFP
No independent test published yet.
Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 93% | Reported 93% AC discharge efficiency; test load not stated. Idle draw about 30W. |
Specifications
| PECRON F5000LFP | Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 5,120 Wh | 3,584 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | - | 3,333 Wh (93%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 6,000 |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 35,840 Wh | Yes, up to 21,500 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 7,200 W | 4,000 W (8,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 3 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 2 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | 1 | - |
| 120/240V 30A twist-lock (NEMA L14-30R) | 1 | - |
| 120/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R) | - | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | - |
| USB-A ports | 2 | - |
| 12 V car outlet | No | - |
| DC5521 ports | 1 | - |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (0 ms switchover) | Yes (10 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | 1,800 W |
| Full AC charge time | - | 2 h 30 min (2.5 hr from a wall outlet; 1.3 hr with the 40A charging cable) |
| Max solar input | 5,800 W | 1,200 W |
| Solar input voltage | 2 x 3200W XT60 (30-180V, 25A); 6400W with an extra battery | 16-60V 12A (2 x DC8020 inputs) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 123.9 lb (56.2 kg) | 74 lb (33.6 kg) |
| Dimensions | 21.7 x 15 x 13.1 in | 14.76 x 10.83 x 17.72 in |
| App | PECRON app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) | Jackery app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |