Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 AC
A 1,600 Wh solar battery with a built-in microinverter, two solar inputs of 600 W each and a 2,000 W AC input for charging from the grid.
- Best for charging from the grid
- Plug-in battery
- 1,600 Wh
- 2,000 W AC input
- Made by Anker SOLIX.
- Capacity: 1,600 Wh, expandable with up to five BP1600 expansion batteries.
- Output: 800 W to the grid, plus an off-grid port that supports up to 1,000 W (1,200 W with a battery pack).
- Solar: two inputs of up to 600 W each, 16 to 60 V.
- Charges from the grid too: the AC input takes up to 2,000 W.
Not tested by us
We have not tested the Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 AC. The figures on this page come from the sources listed at the end of the page, checked on 10 November 2026, and we do not show prices. "Best for" is based on what the maker says the product is designed for, not on our own tests.
Key figures
1,600 Wh
Capacity
800 W
Grid output
2,000 W
AC input
Specifications
Last checked on 10 November 2026. The grey text under each name explains what the value means.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage | |
| CapacityHow much energy the battery stores. Bigger means longer runtime or more of your own solar power used later. | 1,600 Wh (100 Ah) |
| Battery chemistryLFP (lithium iron phosphate) cells are known for long life and stable behaviour with heat. | Listed as a rechargeable Li-ion battery; the guide notes LiFePO4 charging behaviour |
| Cycle lifeHow many full charge and discharge cycles the cells are rated for before they hold less than the stated share of their original capacity. | Not stated in the sources we read |
| ExpansionExtra battery units that add storage to the same system. | Up to five Anker SOLIX BP1600 expansion batteries |
| Power | |
| AC output, grid-connectedThe lower output allowed when it feeds power into the home's circuits or the grid. | 800 W |
| Backup outputA separate socket that keeps selected devices running when the grid is down. | Off-grid port: 1,000 W for a single device, or 1,200 W with a battery pack; in grid-connected mode the port supports a 2,000 W load |
| Charge and discharge powerHow fast the battery can take in and give out energy. It sets how many devices it can serve at once. | Rated power 1,000 W for a single device; AC input up to 2,000 W |
| Efficiency and standby useLosses when charging, discharging and doing nothing. | Not stated in the sources we read |
| Solar | |
| Solar inputHow much solar panel power it accepts. A higher figure fills the battery faster on a sunny day. | Two inputs of up to 600 W each (16-60 V DC, 16 A per input) |
| Solar inverterTurns the DC power from solar panels into AC for the home. Built in means no separate solar inverter is needed. | Microinverter built in |
| Connection and housing | |
| Dimensions (W × H × D)Width, height and depth of the unit, so you can check that it fits. | Not stated in the text of the guide (shown only in a figure) |
| WeightMatters for lifting, wall mounting and moving it. | Not stated in the text of the guide |
| Protection ratingIP ratings show protection from dust and water. IP55 and IP65 are rated for outdoor-style exposure; check the installation guidance. | IP65 |
| Operating temperatureThe range it is rated to work in. Cold and heat can reduce performance. | -20 to 55 °C for charging and discharging; the heating film works from -20 to 0 °C |
| ConnectivityHow you monitor and control it, usually through an app. | Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, with the Anker app |
| Noise levelFan noise while working. | Not stated in the sources we read |
| Warranty | |
| WarrantyThe period the maker covers. Read the terms: conditions and capacity guarantees differ. | Not stated in the sources we read |
Compatible with
What Anker SOLIX says this product works with. Anything not listed here is not confirmed.
- Extra capacity
- Up to five Anker SOLIX BP1600 expansion batteries.
- Smart meter and smart plug
- The Anker SOLIX Smart Meter and Smart Plug, plus some third-party devices that Anker says it updates irregularly.
Rules where you live
Rules for plug-in batteries differ by country. Anker's user guide lists an AC cable with a Schuko plug (a continental European plug) in the box, and we could not confirm a UK version. In Great Britain, plug-in solar kits of up to 800 VA have been legal since 27 August 2026, but the rules exclude plug-in batteries.
Check the rules, incentives and tariffs for your own country in our country guides.
Strengths and things to check
Strengths
- Can charge from the grid through a 2,000 W AC input as well as from solar
- Built-in microinverter and two 600 W solar inputs
- Expandable with up to five BP1600 batteries
- IP65 and a -20 to 55 °C operating range
Worth checking before you buy
- Whether it counts as a plug-in product depends on your country: check the rules below
- Grid output is 800 W
- The user guide lists a Schuko (EU) AC cable, and we could not confirm a UK-plug version
- Dimensions, weight and warranty are not stated in the text of the user guide
Change log
We record changes to this page here, so you can see when figures such as the warranty were last updated.
- 10 November 2026
- Page published. Warranty at publication: not stated in Anker SOLIX user guide A17C2.
Where this information comes from
We have not tested the Solarbank 2 E1600 AC. Every figure above comes from Anker's own user guide (A17C2), last checked on 10 November 2026. Anker's UK site did not list this model on that date. A value that the guide does not state is shown as not stated.
We do not show prices, because they change often and differ between sellers.
- Manufacturer Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 AC user guide (A17C2)
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Common questions about Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 AC
Can I use the Solarbank 2 E1600 AC as a plug-in battery in my country?
It depends on local rules. Anker's user guide lists a continental European plug, and in Great Britain plug-in solar kits up to 800 VA are legal since 27 August 2026 but the rules exclude plug-in batteries. Check your country in our country guides.
What does the AC input do?
The E1600 AC can charge from the grid at up to 2,000 W, in addition to its two solar inputs. That is the difference from the E1600 Pro and Plus models.
How much can the Solarbank 2 E1600 AC store?
One unit holds 1,600 Wh. Anker lists up to five BP1600 expansion batteries on top of that.
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