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 $2,199The PECRON F5000LFP is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.3 to 3.2. The PECRON F5000LFP leads on value, AC output and battery life. The PECRON F5000LFP costs $2,100 less ($2,199 vs $4,299).
For home backup buyers who want 240V output and room to grow past 20 kWh from one wheeled unit.
Zendure $5,998 HVACDirect $4,299Prices 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 PECRON F5000LFP for value ($0.43 per rated Wh vs $0.93 per rated Wh), AC output (7,200 W continuous AC vs 3,800 W continuous AC) and battery life (LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles).
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 | Zendure SuperBase V4600 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 80 $0.43 per rated Wh | 3 $0.93 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 85 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles |
| AC output 15% | 100 7,200 W continuous AC | 42 3,800 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) | 63 0-100% on AC in 2 h |
| Portability 10% | 84 91 Wh per kg (123.9 lb (56.2 kg)) | 71 84 Wh per kg (121 lb (55 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 100 5,800 W max solar input | 59 3,000 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (0 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (13 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Specifications
| PECRON F5000LFP | Zendure SuperBase V4600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 5,120 Wh | 4,608 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 6,000 6,000+ cycles (manufacturer; end-of-life capacity not stated) |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 35,840 Wh | Yes, up to 23,040 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 7,200 W | 3,800 W |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | - | 5,000 W |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 6 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 4 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | 1 | 1 |
| 120/240V 30A twist-lock (NEMA L14-30R) | 1 | - |
| 240V 20A outlet (NEMA 6-20R) | - | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 4 (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 (13 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | 3,600 W |
| Full AC charge time | - | 2 h (About 2 h at 3,600W from a 240V outlet; 1,800W max from a 120V outlet. Up to 4,608W combined with solar) |
| Max solar input | 5,800 W | 3,000 W |
| Solar input voltage | 2 x 3200W XT60 (30-180V, 25A); 6400W with an extra battery | 12-150V, 25A (1 MPPT, XT90) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 123.9 lb (56.2 kg) | 121 lb (55 kg) |
| Dimensions | 21.7 x 15 x 13.1 in | 28.7 x 13.6 x 17.4 in |
| App | PECRON app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) | Zendure app (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |
