Anker SOLIX S5000
A 5,024 Wh LFP power station with 4,500 W of dual-voltage output (8,000 W peak), built-in wheels and expansion to 30 kWh.
- Best for whole-home backup
- Power station
- 5,024 Wh
- 4,500 W output
- Made by Anker SOLIX.
- Capacity: 5,024 Wh with 314 Ah LFP cells rated for 10,000 cycles, expandable to 30 kWh with BP5000 batteries.
- Output: 4,500 W continuous and 8,000 W peak at 120 V and 240 V, with a 10 ms UPS switchover.
- Charges at up to 1,800 W from a 120 V outlet, 4,500 W from 240 V and 3,000 W from solar; Anker quotes a full charge in 99 minutes.
- Sold on Anker's US site for North American power; orders placed on or after 6 November 2026 ship within 9 to 10 weeks.
Not tested by us
We have not tested the Anker SOLIX S5000. The figures on this page come from the sources listed at the end of the page, checked on 13 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
5,024 Wh
Capacity (up to 30 kWh)
4,500 W
Output (8,000 W peak)
10,000
Cycles (Anker's figure)
Specifications
Last checked on 13 November 2026. The grey text under each name explains what the value means. To see it next to other products, compare it in our comparison tool.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage | |
| CapacityHow much energy the battery stores. Bigger means longer runtime or more of your own solar power used later. | 5,024 Wh |
| Battery chemistryLFP (lithium iron phosphate) cells are known for long life and stable behaviour with heat. | LFP (lithium iron phosphate), 314 Ah cells |
| 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. | 10,000 cycles. Anker says that is a 15-year lifespan at 1 to 2 cycles a day, with more than 60% of the original capacity kept. |
| ExpansionExtra battery units that add storage to the same system. | BP5000 expansion batteries only, from 5 to 30 kWh. Third-party batteries and earlier models such as the BP3800 and BP3000 are not compatible. |
| Efficiency and standby useLosses when charging, discharging and doing nothing. | 96% efficiency at a 1,000 W load and 8.8 W idle power, both from Anker's own testing |
| Output | |
| AC output (continuous)The power it can deliver all the time. Add up the watts of what you want to run at once and stay below this. | 4,500 W |
| AC output (surge)A short burst above the continuous rating, for appliances that draw more power when they start. | 8,000 W peak, which lasts only a fraction of a second; loads above 4,500 W trigger overload protection |
| AC outputThe power it can deliver through its sockets or inverter, in watts. | 6 AC ports. With the bypass function the maximum per port is 2,400 W on the 120 V NEMA 5-20R outlets, 3,600 W on the 120 V TT-30R and 4,500 W on the 240 V L14-30R, whatever the input power. |
| USB-APorts for phones, tablets and small devices. | 1 port, 12 W max |
| USB-CPorts for laptops, phones and tablets. Power delivery up to 100 W can charge most laptops. | 2 ports: one 100 W max and one 15 W max |
| Charging | |
| AC chargingHow fast it charges from a wall socket. Higher means a shorter wait. | 1,800 W from a 120 V outlet; 4,500 W from 240 V |
| Time to charge from the mainsHow long a full charge takes from a wall socket. | Full charge in 99 minutes, according to Anker's headline claim (internal laboratory testing, conditions not given on the page) |
| Solar inputHow much solar panel power it accepts. A higher figure fills the battery faster on a sunny day. | 3,000 W maximum |
| Pass-through chargingWhether it can power devices while it is itself being charged. | Yes: bypass mode power of 4,500 W, so it can power devices while it charges |
| Backup switchover (EPS)What happens when the grid fails. EPS means it takes over automatically. | UPS, 10 ms or less |
| Solar and off-grid | |
| Works with solar panelsWhether you can charge it from solar panels. Yes means a built-in solar input or a compatible solar setup; read the detail for the voltage and power limits. | Yes: up to 3,000 W of solar input; Anker sells it with 400 W bifacial or 440 W rigid panels. |
| Off-grid useWhether the maker describes it running with no grid connection at all, for example in a cabin, van or off-grid home. Backup only means it covers power cuts but needs the grid the rest of the time. | Yes: Anker offers solar bundles described as letting you recharge off-grid, and says it can pair with a generator for long outages. |
| Housing and warranty | |
| Dimensions (L × W × H)Check the space before you buy, including room around it for airflow and cables. | 10.6 × 22.0 × 15.2 in (about 26.9 × 55.9 × 38.6 cm, converted by us); Anker does not say which number is which axis, and its comparison table gives 15.4 × 10.6 × 22 in |
| WeightMatters for lifting, wall mounting and moving it. | 97 lb (about 44 kg, converted by us) |
| Operating temperatureThe range it is rated to work in. Cold and heat can reduce performance. | Not published by Anker |
| Protection ratingIP ratings show protection from dust and water. IP55 and IP65 are rated for outdoor-style exposure; check the installation guidance. | Not published by Anker |
| Noise levelFan noise while working. | 30 dB, according to Anker's page |
| ConnectivityHow you monitor and control it, usually through an app. | Anker app to monitor remotely, charge ahead of storms, schedule shut-offs and manage electricity costs |
| CertificationsSafety and grid standards the maker says the product meets. | UL 9540 and UL 9540A certified |
| WarrantyThe period the maker covers. Read the terms: conditions and capacity guarantees differ. | 5 years |
How long will it run your devices?
Choose how many of each device you want to run at the same time. The wattages are typical figures, so check the label on your own devices.
| Device | Typical power | How many |
|---|---|---|
| 10 W | ||
| 10 W | ||
| 15 W | ||
| 60 W | ||
| 80 W | ||
| 80 W | ||
| 40 W | ||
| 1,000 W | ||
| 2,000 W | ||
| 1,000 W | ||
| W |
The estimate assumes 85% of the rated capacity is usable after conversion losses. Anker SOLIX does not state this figure, so we use a cautious assumption. Real running times vary with temperature, battery age and how each device draws power.
Compatible with
What Anker SOLIX says this product works with. Anything not listed here is not confirmed.
- Extra batteries
- BP5000 expansion batteries only (5 to 30 kWh in total). The BP5000 is exclusive to the S5000.
- Generators
- Anker says it pairs with the Anker SOLIX Smart Generator or any 120 V/240 V AC generator, and that expansion batteries and a smart generator can be connected at the same time.
- Transfer switch or inlet box
- For essential-circuit backup Anker says to connect it to your home panel through a compatible transfer switch or power inlet box.
- Anker SOLIX Home Power Panel
- Not compatible: Not compatible, according to Anker's FAQ.
Rules where you live
A portable power station is not wired into your home, so it is simple to use almost anywhere. The S5000 is built for North American 120 V/240 V, 60 Hz power, and connecting any power station to your home circuits is a different matter with different rules by country. See our country guides for the rules, incentives and prices where you live.
Strengths and things to check
Strengths
- 4,500 W of continuous output at 120 V and 240 V, with an 8,000 W peak
- Expandable to 30 kWh with BP5000 batteries
- 10,000 cycles and a 5-year warranty
- UL 9540 and UL 9540A certified
- 10 ms UPS switchover and built-in wheels
Worth checking before you buy
- Built for North American 120/240 V power; we found no UK or EU version on Anker's site
- Weighs 97 lb (about 44 kg) before any expansion battery
- Only BP5000 expansion batteries fit; earlier Anker batteries do not
- Not compatible with the Anker SOLIX Home Power Panel
- Anker publishes no protection rating or operating temperature range on the page
Change log
We record changes to this page here, so you can see when figures such as the warranty were last updated.
- 13 November 2026
- Page published. Warranty at publication: 5 years (Anker SOLIX US product page).
Where this information comes from
We have not tested the S5000. Every figure above comes from Anker SOLIX's US product page, last checked on 13 November 2026. Anker's specification table on that page is an image, which we read by eye. A value Anker does not publish is marked as such, and claims such as runtime and efficiency come from Anker's own testing.
We do not show prices, because they change often and differ between sellers.
- Manufacturer Anker SOLIX US S5000 product page
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Common questions about Anker SOLIX S5000
Can the Anker SOLIX S5000 run a whole home?
Anker says its 4,500 W output suits 99% of 120 V and 240 V appliances and that you can connect it to a home panel through a transfer switch or inlet box. Add up the watts you want to run at once and stay below 4,500 W.
Can the S5000 be expanded?
Yes, with BP5000 expansion batteries only, from 5 to 30 kWh in total. Anker says third-party batteries and earlier Anker models such as the BP3800 and BP3000 are not compatible.
What does the 8,000 W peak mean?
It is a brief surge for starting loads such as water pumps and lasts only a fraction of a second. Anker says loads above 4,500 W trigger overload protection.
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