Home backup ranges from 'keep the fridge, internet and a few lights on' to 'run most of the house'. Match the unit to which of those you actually need.
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Best for: home backup, power outages
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Highest-ranked match for this use, weighing capacity, output and standby draw together (PowerMatch Score 100).
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Best for: home backup, power outages
Amazon option includes an Anderson extension cable
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Largest verified capacity in this shortlist at 5,040 Wh — more stored energy to stretch across a multi-day outage.
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Best for: camping, RV use, home backup
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Lightest verified unit in this shortlist at 7.3 kg — easier to place, move or store.
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Best for: whole-home backup, RV, 240V appliances, extended outages
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Highest verified solar input in this shortlist at 2600 W — recharges faster off-grid during an extended outage.
The top 8 matches for this use, verified specs only. The best value in each row is highlighted.
| Model | Capacity (Wh) | Rated continuous output | Surge / peak output | Weight | Solar input (max) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra | 6,144 Wh | 7,200 W | 10,800 W | Not verified | 5,600 W |
| EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 | 4,096 Wh | 4,000 W | 8,000 W | Not verified | 2,600 W |
| Anker SOLIX F3800 | 3,840 Wh | 6,000 W | 9,000 W | 60 kg | 2,400 W |
| Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus | 3,584 Wh | 3,600 W | 7,200 W | 34.93 kg | 1,000 W |
| Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus | 5,040 Wh | Not verified | Not verified | 60.8 kg | 4,000 W |
| EcoFlow DELTA 3 Ultra Plus | 3,072 Wh | 3,600 W | 7,200 W | Not verified | Not verified |
| BLUETTI Apex 300 | 2,764.8 Wh | 3,840 W | 7,680 W | Not verified | Not verified |
| Growatt HELIOS 3600 | 3,686.4 Wh | 3,600 W | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified |
products.json using only verified fields. It is not a “we bought and tested these” list. Run the Power Calculator for a recommendation tied to your specific load.8 more models are in the catalog but not specifically positioned for this use. Browse the full catalog to see all of them with filters, or start with the two closest matches below.
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Best for: camping, day trips, small electronics, light emergency backup
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Best for: camping, day trips, laptops and electronics, light emergency backup
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Some large units support a transfer switch or a dedicated inlet for backing up selected circuits. This is an electrical installation and should be done by a licensed electrician.
Add up the daily energy of the loads you want to keep on. Essentials (fridge, internet, phones, some lights) often land around 2,000-4,000 Wh per day; add reserve and divide by ~0.85 for usable capacity.
By Bilal Siali · Last updated 2026-09-01. Specifications are manufacturer claims; PowerMatchLab has not physically tested these units.