PECRON F5000LFP Preorder
#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 4.5 to 4.2. The PECRON F5000LFP leads on AC output and solar input. The PECRON F3000LFP wins on value and portability. The PECRON F3000LFP costs $1,300 less ($899 vs $2,199).
PECRON F3000LFP
#3 in Home backupFull review
A powerful, well-priced 3kWh station for RV owners and home backup. It runs high-draw appliances and can be expanded later.
Amazon $899$899
Prices were last checked October 24, 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 3,600 W continuous AC) and solar input (5,800 W max solar input vs 1,600 W max solar input).
- Choose the PECRON F3000LFP for value ($0.29 per rated Wh vs $0.43 per rated Wh) and portability (107 Wh per kg (63.3 lb (28.7 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 | PECRON F3000LFP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 80 $0.43 per rated Wh | 100 $0.29 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 64 84% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 59 83% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 96 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 100 7,200 W continuous AC | 37 3,600 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 69 0-100% on AC in 1 h 48 min | 63 0-100% on AC in 2 h |
| Portability 10% | 84 91 Wh per kg (123.9 lb (56.2 kg)) | 100 107 Wh per kg (63.3 lb (28.7 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 100 5,800 W max solar input | 44 1,600 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (0 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
PECRON F5000LFP
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 84% | Efficiency test (load not stated in the review). Measured AC recharge about 1 h 40 min on 30A, about 3.5 h on 120V. |
PECRON F3000LFP
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 83% | Sustained 3,600W load from full to empty. Measured idle draw about 37W, AC recharge just over 2 hours, and a 4,500W surge held about 10 seconds. |
Specifications
| PECRON F5000LFP | PECRON F3000LFP | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 5,120 Wh | 3,072 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 4,301 Wh (84%) | 2,550 Wh (83%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 3,500 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 35,840 Wh | Yes, up to 10,752 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 7,200 W | 3,600 W (4,500 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 6 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 5 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | 1 | 1 |
| 120/240V 30A twist-lock (NEMA L14-30R) | 1 | - |
| AC waveform | - | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | No | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 1 | 2 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (0 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | 1,800 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 48 min (Manufacturer: 1.8 hours with the 30A AC cable at 3600W (needs a 30A outlet); time on the 15A/1800W cable not published) | 2 h (Manufacturer: 2 hours on AC; 1.5 hours with AC + solar (2800W)) |
| Max solar input | 5,800 W | 1,600 W |
| Solar input voltage | 2 x 3200W XT60 (30-180V, 25A); 6400W with an extra battery | 25-120V, 25A (XT60) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 123.9 lb (56.2 kg) | 63.3 lb (28.7 kg) |
| Dimensions | 21.7 x 15 x 13.1 in | 19.3 x 11.6 x 11.1 in |
| App | PECRON app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) | PECRON app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2026-01 | 2025-05 |