Anker SOLIX
An independent look at Anker's Solix energy brand, from portable power stations to balcony solar batteries and its newer modular home storage system, and where each one fits in a home.
- Portable power stations and balcony solar storage
- LiFePO4 chemistry throughout
- Scales from balcony batteries to whole-home storage
- Anker's dedicated energy brand, launched in 2023 under parent company Anker Innovations (founded 2011, headquartered in Changsha, China)
- Covers two distinct product families: portable power stations (Camping and Flex series) and Solarbank balcony or plug-in home storage, plus a newer modular whole-home system called X1
- Portable power stations range from small camping units of around 1 kWh up to the flagship F3800 at about 3.84 kWh
- Solarbank models typically store around 1.6 to 5 kWh per base unit and can be stacked with expansion packs for more
- Plug-in solar rules changed across Great Britain on 27 August 2026, but that change explicitly excludes battery add-ons, so a Solarbank still needs installing under the normal rules rather than the new plug-in solar exemption
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Who is Anker
Anker Solix is the energy storage arm of Anker Innovations, a Chinese consumer electronics company. Steven Yang founded Anker Innovations in 2011. The company started out making replacement laptop batteries. Later, it expanded into the chargers, power banks and cables it is best known for worldwide. Today, it is headquartered in Changsha, Hunan, having started out in Shenzhen.
Solix launched in 2023 as Anker’s dedicated energy brand. It succeeded the earlier Anker PowerHouse portable power station line, which dated back to 2016. Compared with most of the newer brands covered on this site, Anker has one clear advantage: a long track record in batteries and electronics. That said, its home and balcony energy storage products are a more recent addition to that history.
The Anker Solix product range
Portable power stations
Anker Solix’s portable power station range runs from small Camping Series units up to the flagship Flex Series F3800. The Camping Series starts with units such as the C1000 Gen 2, at around 1 kWh and 2,000W of output.
At the top of the range, the F3800 stores about 3.84 kWh in its base unit. It delivers up to 6,000W of continuous AC output, with a higher surge rating for short bursts. Anker says it can be expanded with additional battery packs to roughly 27 kWh. Alternatively, you can link it with a second F3800 for an even larger setup.
The US and Canadian version can also direct-charge an electric vehicle from its 240V port, at up to 6,000W. However, that port is specific to the North American plug standard. As a result, the UK version doesn’t have it and instead uses its standard AC output for EV charging. In short, these units work as portable backup power and off-grid gear for camping, vans or home blackout cover, rather than as a fixed home installation.
Solarbank balcony and plug-in batteries
The Solarbank line sits closer to what this site normally covers. In other words, these are plug-in or balcony-mounted batteries that store solar power for later use. Anker has released several generations, including the Solarbank 2 and Solarbank 3 Pro. These store roughly 1.6 to 2.7 kWh per base unit, depending on model. The newer Solarbank 4 Pro E5000, meanwhile, stores about 5 kWh. Each of these can usually be stacked with expansion battery packs to multiply that starting figure.
Anker rates cycle life at 6,000 cycles for the Solarbank 2 Pro and 3 Pro. For the newer Solarbank 4 Pro, that figure rises to 10,000 cycles. All these models come backed by a 10-year warranty. That said, exact capacity, output and bundle options change fairly often and vary by region. So, always check the specific model and bundle, rather than assuming a round number applies across the whole line.
X1 whole-home system
Anker’s newest line, the X1 Home Energy Storage system, is a modular whole-home battery rather than a balcony add-on. Anker describes it as scaling in roughly 5 kWh steps. In total, it states a maximum of up to 180 kWh and 72kW of power, across up to six linked three-phase power modules.
The power modules themselves run from -25°C to 60°C. The battery modules they connect to, by contrast, are rated from -20°C to 55°C. This distinction is easy to miss on Anker’s own pages, since both figures appear under the same “X1” name.
The company has also partnered with Segen, described as the UK’s largest distributor of renewable energy equipment. Together, they sell and support X1 through professional installers, rather than as a DIY product. In addition, X1 pairs with Anker’s own V1 Smart EV charger for wider home energy management.
2023
the year Anker launched Solix as its dedicated energy brand
3.84 kWh
stated capacity of the F3800 flagship power station's base unit
Up to 180 kWh
Anker's stated maximum scale for its modular X1 whole-home system
Key technology behind Anker Solix
Across the range, Anker Solix uses LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate) cells. This is the same broad chemistry family used by most other home battery and power station brands. Manufacturers generally favour it for its stability and cycle life.
Portable power stations connect over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth through the main Anker app. Solarbank and X1, however, use the separate Anker SOLIX app.
Anker says this app can track usage and follow dynamic electricity tariffs, claiming integration with over 800 tariff providers. On some Solarbank models, it can also read a plug-in smart meter, which helps decide when to charge or discharge.
The X1 system goes further still, adding support for automation platforms. In addition, it can coordinate with Anker’s own EV charger and compatible heat pumps. As a result, X1 moves closer to a whole-home energy management system than a simple battery.
Strengths and limitations
As with any brand, Anker’s own marketing understandably leads with its strengths. Here is a more balanced picture.
Strengths
- Backed by Anker Innovations, a large and well-established consumer electronics company
- Anker Innovations brings a long track record in batteries and chargers, rather than being a brand-new start-up
- Covers an unusually wide range, from small camping power banks to a modular whole-home system, largely under one app ecosystem
- LiFePO4 chemistry throughout, with Anker quoting 10-year warranties on several of its Solarbank and X1 products
- UK distribution for the X1 whole-home system runs through Segen
- This gives it an established professional installer network, rather than relying on DIY sales alone
Worth checking before you buy
- The dual product lines and several generations (Solarbank 2, 3 and 4 Pro, multiple power station series) make it easy to compare the wrong spec sheet
- Always check the exact model and bundle, rather than the brand name alone
- Plug-in solar rules only changed across Great Britain on 27 August 2026, and explicitly do not cover plug-in batteries
- As a result, a Solarbank itself still needs installing under the normal rules, rather than the new DIY exemption
- The X1's headline maximum figures (72kW and 180kWh) only apply to a fully linked, six-module three-phase system
- So, the number that matters is whatever configuration a UK installer actually proposes, not the headline maximum on its own
- We have not independently tested Anker's pricing, support or installation process ourselves
Where Anker Solix fits the market
Anker Solix’s closest rival globally is EcoFlow. Like Anker, EcoFlow sells a similarly broad spread of portable power stations alongside its own balcony solar battery line. This makes the two brands the main head-to-head comparison across both product categories.
Within the narrower plug-in and balcony battery segment, Anker’s Solarbank line overlaps with brands such as Indevolt and Growatt’s Noah range. In practice, Anker leans more heavily on portable, battery-only power stations than some of those competitors do.
The regulatory picture adds another wrinkle in some markets. For example, new permitted development rules made plug-in solar panel kits legal to self-install across Great Britain. This took effect from 27 August 2026. It covers England, Scotland and Wales; Northern Ireland, however, has separate rules.
That said, this change explicitly excludes plug-in batteries. As a result, adding a battery such as a Solarbank to a plug-in system still needs installing under the normal rules. The new exemption simply doesn’t apply to batteries.
The X1 whole-home system sits in a different category again. Anker sells it through installers via its Segen partnership, rather than as a DIY product.
If you are weighing up which of these suits your home, our independent capacity guide can help you decide. Our free calculator covers how much capacity you need too, regardless of brand.
Common questions about Anker Solix
What does Anker Solix make?
Anker Solix is Anker's dedicated energy brand. It covers two distinct product families: portable power stations for camping, vans and backup power, and Solarbank balcony or plug-in batteries for storing solar power at home. In addition, it has also launched the X1, a modular whole-home battery system sold through installers.
What is the difference between an Anker Solix power station and a Solarbank?
A power station, such as the F3800, is a portable battery you charge and carry. It is designed for backup power, vans or camping. A Solarbank, by contrast, is a fixed balcony or wall-mounted unit designed to stay connected to solar panels. It charges and discharges automatically to cut your electricity use.
Can I install an Anker Solix Solarbank myself without an electrician?
It depends on your market. In Great Britain, plug-in solar panel kits became legal to self-install from 27 August 2026. However, that rule change explicitly excludes plug-in batteries, so a Solarbank itself still needs installing under the normal rules there. Rules vary by country, so check your local regulations and, if in doubt, use a qualified installer.
Is Anker Solix available through professional installers?
Yes, for its X1 whole-home system. In the UK, Anker Solix has partnered with Segen, described as the UK's largest distributor of renewable energy equipment. Together, they supply and support X1 installations. These installations go through professional installers rather than direct DIY sales. Installer networks for X1 vary by market.
How does Anker Solix compare to EcoFlow?
The two brands are the closest match globally, both selling a similar spread of portable power stations and balcony solar batteries. That said, neither brand has been independently tested by us, so treat spec-sheet comparisons as a starting point rather than the final word.
How much do Anker Solix products cost?
Prices vary hugely by product, from affordable camping power banks to the multi-thousand-pound F3800 and the whole-home X1 system. Bundle pricing with expansion packs or solar panels also changes often. So, check Anker's own site or a local installer for current pricing. Then, use our calculator to work out the capacity you actually need before comparing costs.
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