Zareba 5 Mile Solar ESP5M-Z
#11 in Battery and solarFull review
A simple post mounted solar charger for a small paddock, rotational grazing strip or garden fence away from power.
Amazon $129.99$129.99
The Zareba 5 Mile Solar ESP5M-Z is the better electric fence energizer overall, rated 2.6 to 1.8. The Zareba 5 Mile Solar ESP5M-Z leads on output. The Patriot PS5 Solar costs $14.99 less ($115 vs $129.99).
Patriot PS5 Solar
#15 in Battery and solarFull review
A small solar charger for garden, pet and poultry fences away from power.
Amazon $115$115
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 Zareba 5 Mile Solar ESP5M-Z for output (0.1 J output vs 0 J output).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every battery and solar electric fence energizer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Zareba 5 Mile Solar ESP5M-Z | Patriot PS5 Solar |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.6/5 | 1.8/5 |
| Value 35% | 29 $866.60 per joule ($129.99, 0.1 J output) | 1 $2,875 per joule ($115, 0 J output) |
| Output 25% | 25 0.1 J output | 0 0 J output |
| Warranty 25% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Lightning cover 15% | 100 warranty covers lightning damage | 50 lightning cover not stated (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Zareba 5 Mile Solar ESP5M-Z | Patriot PS5 Solar | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Power | Solar | Solar |
| Output energy | 0.1 J | 0 J |
| Stored energy | - | 0.1 J |
| Rated fence length | 5 miles | 2 miles |
| Rated area | - | 8 acres |
| Peak voltage | 8.6 kV | 7.4 kV |
| Low impedance | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Battery | 6 V | 4 V |
| Lightning cover | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |