Anker SOLIX S5000 vs BLUETTI Elite 400
Two large power stations, number by number. Neither is ranked above the other. Every spec comes from each maker's manual or product page; tap a station for the source.
- Bigger battery: Anker SOLIX S5000, 5,024 Wh vs 3,840 Wh.
- More AC output: Anker SOLIX S5000, 4,500 W vs 2,600 W.
- Higher surge: Anker SOLIX S5000, 8,000 W vs 5,200 W.
- More solar input: Anker SOLIX S5000, 3,000 W vs 1,000 W.
- Lighter: BLUETTI Elite 400, 86 lb vs 97 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: BLUETTI Elite 400, $1,399 vs $3,600.
S5000 and Elite 400 differ mainly in size: S5000 has the biggest battery at 5,024 Wh. Elite 400 is the lightest at 86 lb. S5000 takes the most solar at 3,000 W, so it refills fastest. Elite 400 is the cheapest at $1,399.
How long they run common devices
| Device | Anker SOLIX S5000 | BLUETTI Elite 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 3 days | 2 days |
| CPAP (40 W) | 4 days | 3 days |
| Starlink (100 W) | 43 hours | 33 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 3 days | 2 days |
On a full charge, assuming 85% of the battery is usable. Real devices vary; check the label on yours.
Every spec side by side
| Spec |  Anker SOLIX |  BLUETTI |
|---|---|---|
Battery Wh, size | 5,024 Wh fridge about 3 days | 3,840 Wh fridge about 2 days |
AC output W, continuous | 4,500 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear | 2,600 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear |
Surge W, a second or two | 8,000 W motor start-ups | 5,200 W motor start-ups |
Solar input W, max | 3,000 W full in about 2.5 hours | 1,000 W full in about 5.5 hours |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | n/a not confirmed yet | 12 to 60 V 2 panels in series fits |
Solar inputs count | 1 input Solar input | 1 input Solar input |
Weight lb | 97 lb wheels or two people | 86 lb wheels or two people |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 52 Wh/lb higher is denser | 45 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $3,600 0.72 $/Wh | $1,399 0.36 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $0.72 lower is better value | $0.36 lower is better value |
| Buy | $3,600 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | $1,399 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 |
Which solar panels work with each
| One panel | Anker SOLIX S5000 | BLUETTI Elite 400 |
|---|---|---|
| BLUETTI PV200D | Not enough data | Works |
| BLUETTI PV350D | Not enough data | Works |
| Anker SOLIX PS100 Bifacial | Not enough data | Works |
| Anker SOLIX PS200 Bifacial | Not enough data | Works, with a catch |
| BLUETTI PV120 Solar Panel | Not enough data | Works |
| BLUETTI SP100L Solar Panel | Not enough data | Works |
| BLUETTI SP200L Solar Panel | Not enough data | Works |
| BLUETTI PV100 FX Flexible Solar Panel | Not enough data | Works |
| Anker SOLIX PS400 Bifacial | Not enough data | Works, with a catch |
| EcoFlow 400W Portable Solar Panel | Not enough data | Works |
| Renogy 250W N-Type Bifacial Solar Panel | Not enough data | Works |
| EcoFlow NextGen 220W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel | Not enough data | Works |
| Jackery SolarSaga 200 JS-200E | Not enough data | Works |
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