Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro
A 1,600 Wh LiFePO4 solar battery with a built-in microinverter and four solar inputs, expandable to 9,600 Wh.
- Best for adding to small solar
- Plug-in battery
- 1,600 Wh
- 10-year warranty
- Capacity: 1,600 Wh, expandable to 9,600 Wh with up to five BP1600 expansion batteries.
- Output: 800 W to the grid and up to 1,000 W from a separate backup socket.
- Solar: four MPPT inputs for up to 2,400 W of panels, 600 W per input.
- Rules: whether you can use it as a plug-in battery depends on your country.
Not tested by us
We have not tested the Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro. 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 (1,000 W backup socket)
2,400 W
Solar input, 4 MPPT
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. | LiFePO4 |
| 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 BP1600 expansion batteries: 9,600 Wh in total. Batteries stack; there is no cable connection. |
| 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. | Up to 1,000 W from a separate off-grid socket |
| Charge and discharge powerHow fast the battery can take in and give out energy. It sets how many devices it can serve at once. | Maximum charging 2,000 W (with an add-on battery); maximum discharging 1,000 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. | 2,400 W maximum, via 4 MPPT 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. | 460 × 249 × 254 mm, as listed by Anker |
| WeightMatters for lifting, wall mounting and moving it. | 21.8 kg |
| Protection ratingIP ratings show protection from dust and water. IP55 and IP65 are rated for outdoor-style exposure; check the installation guidance. | IP65, outdoor use |
| Operating temperatureThe range it is rated to work in. Cold and heat can reduce performance. | -20 to 55 °C for charging and discharging; self-heating below 0 °C |
| ConnectivityHow you monitor and control it, usually through an app. | Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz 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. | 10 years |
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, stacked on top of the Solarbank (9,600 Wh in total).
- Smart meter
- The Anker SOLIX Smart Meter, one per Solarbank, to match output to what your home uses.
- Third-party smart home software
- Not compatible: Anker's FAQ says it works only with the Anker app and is not compatible with third-party software such as Home Assistant.
- Other microinverters
- Not compatible: Anker says the Smart Meter does not work with other microinverters or storage products. The Solarbank 2 has its own microinverter, so none is needed.
Rules where you live
Rules for plug-in batteries differ by country. Anker's user guide lists a Schuko AC cable (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
- Battery, microinverter and four solar inputs in one unit
- Expandable to 9,600 Wh
- A separate backup socket of up to 1,000 W
- IP65 and a -20 to 55 °C operating range
- 10-year warranty
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
- Works only with the Anker app, not third-party smart home software
Change log
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- 10 November 2026
- Page published. Warranty at publication: 10 years (Anker SOLIX user guide A17C1).
Where this information comes from
We have not tested the Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro. Every figure above comes from Anker's own user guide (A17C1), and its support pages, last checked on 10 November 2026. The Solarbank 2 E1600 Plus is a different model with two solar inputs and no backup socket. A value that these pages do 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 Pro user guide (A17C1)
- Manufacturer Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro specifications FAQ
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Common questions about Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro
Can I use the Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro 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.
How much can the Solarbank 2 E1600 Pro store?
One unit holds 1,600 Wh. Anker lists up to five BP1600 expansion batteries stacked on it, for 9,600 Wh in total.
What is the difference between the 800 W and 1,000 W outputs?
Anker gives 800 W as the on-grid output and up to 1,000 W for a separate backup socket that keeps selected devices running when the grid is down.
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