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 and the Zareba 10 Mile Solar ESP10M-Z are evenly matched, rated 2.6 and 2.6. The Zareba 5 Mile Solar ESP5M-Z costs $19.76 less ($129.99 vs $149.75).
Zareba 10 Mile Solar ESP10M-Z
#13 in Battery and solarFull review
A good value self contained solar charger for a remote pasture or rotational grazing paddock with clean fence lines.
Amazon $149.75$149.75
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.
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 | Zareba 10 Mile Solar ESP10M-Z |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.6/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 35% | 29 $866.60 per joule ($129.99, 0.1 J output) | 25 $998.33 per joule ($149.75, 0.1 J output) |
| Output 25% | 25 0.1 J output | 25 0.1 J output |
| Warranty 25% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
| Lightning cover 15% | 100 warranty covers lightning damage | 100 warranty covers lightning damage |
Specifications
| Zareba 5 Mile Solar ESP5M-Z | Zareba 10 Mile Solar ESP10M-Z | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Power | Solar | Solar |
| Output energy | 0.1 J | 0.1 J |
| Stored energy | - | 0.3 J |
| Rated fence length | 5 miles | 10 miles |
| Peak voltage | 8.6 kV | 9.5 kV |
| Low impedance | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Battery | 6 V | 6 V |
| Lightning cover | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |