Patriot PMX200
#8 in Plug-inFull review
A strong value plug-in charger for a medium to large cattle or horse pasture.
Amazon $150.08$150.08
The Patriot PMX200 is the better electric fence energizer overall, rated 3.6 to 3.2. The Patriot PMX200 leads on output. The Zareba 25 Mile AC EAC25M-Z costs $16.41 less ($133.67 vs $150.08).
Zareba 25 Mile AC EAC25M-Z
#10 in Plug-inFull review
A dependable plug-in charger for a medium pasture of cattle, horses or goats, with lightning damage covered for two years.
Amazon $133.67$133.67
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 Patriot PMX200 for output (2 J output vs 1 J output).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every plug-in electric fence energizer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Patriot PMX200 | Zareba 25 Mile AC EAC25M-Z |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 35% | 54 $75.04 per joule ($150.08, 2 J output) | 38 $133.67 per joule ($133.67, 1 J output) |
| Output 25% | 53 2 J output | 37 1 J output |
| Warranty 25% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
| Lightning cover 15% | 100 warranty covers lightning damage | 100 warranty covers lightning damage |
Specifications
| Patriot PMX200 | Zareba 25 Mile AC EAC25M-Z | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Power | Plug-in (110 V) | Plug-in (110 V) |
| Output energy | 2 J | 1 J |
| Stored energy | 3 J | - |
| Rated fence length | 50 miles | 25 miles |
| Rated area | 165 acres | - |
| Peak voltage | 9.5 kV | - |
| Low impedance | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Lightning cover | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |