Head-to-head test
Anker SOLIX E10 vs Anker SOLIX F3800
Real-world runtimes, scenario verdicts, and ownership costs compared — which wins for your use case.
Written by Gunner GustafsonUpdated
Whole-Home Backup Tester, Station Arena Test Desk
Anker
SOLIX E10
9,115Power Score · The AC & Fridge Zone
$4,299.00 list · direct from Anker
Anker
SOLIX F3800
6,013Power Score · The AC & Fridge Zone
$2699.00 list · direct from Anker
Spec deltas
Both carry the Anker name, but they're built for different buyers. The SOLIX E10 (6,144Wh, 7,680W) and the SOLIX F3800 (3,840Wh, 6,000W) come from different product lines with different engineering priorities and a $1,600 price gap. The SOLIX E10 has a slight edge, but the margin is close enough that your use case should break the tie.
What the spec gap means in practice: the SOLIX E10's 7,680W inverter can run a window AC unit, a full-size fridge, or power tools. The SOLIX F3800's 6,000W inverter will flat-out refuse to start those appliances. On stamina, the SOLIX E10 keeps a fridge alive for roughly 35 hours vs the SOLIX F3800's 22 hours. The cost? Portability. At 190.6 lbs, the SOLIX E10 is a two-person lift you set down once and leave. The SOLIX F3800 at 132.3 lbs is more manageable, though still not light.
Pick the SOLIX E10 if your primary use is weekend camping or 8-hour blackout. Go with the SOLIX F3800 if you need the heavier-duty specs for demanding loads. Most buyers overlook this: the SOLIX E10 costs ~$0.17/kWh over its full lifespan, which adds up significantly over years of regular use. Keep scrolling for the full breakdown. The scenario verdicts below hold a few surprises.
Bench Notes
What each unit does well, where it falls short, and the trade-offs that matter.
Anker SOLIX E10
With a massive 7,680W output (and 1,000,090W surge), the SOLIX E10 can run high-wattage appliances like space heaters, hair dryers, and electric grills without tripping. Weighing in at 190.6 lbs, this is not a unit you want to carry far. It's best suited as a stationary backup or RV companion.
Strengths
- +Larger battery capacity
- +Higher AC output
- +Faster solar charging
Trade-offs
- –Substantially more expensive (+$1,600) than the SOLIX F3800.
- –Significantly heavier (+58.3 lbs), making it harder to move.
- –Very heavy unit that may be difficult for one person to lift.
Anker SOLIX F3800
With a massive 6,000W output (and 9,000W surge), the SOLIX F3800 can run high-wattage appliances like space heaters, hair dryers, and electric grills without tripping. Weighing in at 132.3 lbs, this is not a unit you want to carry far. It's best suited as a stationary backup or RV companion.
Strengths
- +Costs $1,600 less
- +Lighter by 58.3 lb
Trade-offs
- –Weaker inverter (-1,680W) limits appliance compatibility.
- –Very heavy unit that may be difficult for one person to lift.
Will It Power Your Gear?
Scenario math and per-appliance runtimes, modeled from the spec record.
Scenario verdicts
We ran the math on six real-world scenarios. Here's which unit survives your actual life.
SCN-01 · 2 nights · needs 2,100Wh
Weekend Camping
Two nights off-grid with essential comfort
SOLIX E10
The SOLIX F3800 cuts it close at 64%. One cold night or an unexpected device and you're rationing power. The SOLIX E10 finishes at 40%, leaving real headroom for spontaneous use. If you camp in variable weather, that buffer keeps you relaxed instead of checking your battery app every 20 minutes.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOAD Phone Charger 15W×6h · LED Lights 40W×8h · Box Fan 75W×14h · CPAP Machine 40W×16h
SCN-02 · 8 hours · needs 1,645Wh
8-Hour Blackout
Keep the essentials running through a night without power
SOLIX E10
Both survive, but the SOLIX E10 finishes at just 31% used. That's enough reserve for a second blackout night. The SOLIX F3800 at 50% leaves little margin if the outage runs longer than expected. In storm-prone areas, that remaining capacity is insurance.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOAD Fridge 150W×8h · Router + Modem 20W×8h · LED Lights (4 bulbs) 40W×6h · Phone Charger 15W×3h
SCN-03 · 8 hours · needs 320Wh
CPAP Overnight
Sleep therapy without interruption — the #1 medical use case
Either unit
Both are wildly overqualified for CPAP. You're using 10% or less. Save your money and buy whichever is cheaper; the extra capacity is completely wasted on a 40W overnight load. Put the savings toward a second battery for multi-night trips.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOAD CPAP Machine 40W×8h
SCN-04 · 8 hours · needs 910Wh
Remote Workday
Full work day off-grid without power anxiety
SOLIX E10
The SOLIX E10 gives you a comfortable buffer at 17%. Enough to work late, join extra video calls, or charge a second device without worry. The SOLIX F3800 at 28% works but leaves less room for the unexpected. For daily remote work, that peace of mind matters.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOAD Laptop 60W×8h · External Monitor 30W×8h · Router + Modem 20W×8h · Phone Charger 15W×2h
SCN-05 · 4 hours · needs 670Wh
Tailgate Party
Game day power for the crew
Either unit
Both handle game day easily. Since capacity isn't the deciding factor, consider weight: the lighter unit is easier to load into a truck bed. Also check if either has Bluetooth speaker-level noise. Fan sound matters in social settings.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOAD Blender 400W×0.5h · LED TV (55") 80W×4h · Bluetooth Speaker 15W×4h · Phone Charger (×3) 45W×2h
SCN-06 · 24 hours · needs 4,685Wh
Van Life Daily
A full day of mobile living — the ultimate endurance test
SOLIX E10
The SOLIX F3800 runs out of juice. It only has 3,264Wh usable, but this scenario needs 4,685Wh. The SOLIX E10 covers it and still has 36h of phone charging left over.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOAD Mini-Fridge 150W×24h · Laptop 60W×4h · Phone Charger 15W×3h · LED Lights 40W×5h · Fan 75W×8h
The Load Test
RUNTIME = (Wh × 0.85) ÷ LOAD
None of the six scenarios above exactly yours? Build it. Toggle what you'd plug in; both units are tested against the combined draw.
Essentials
Comfort & Convenience
High-Draw Appliances
Test duration
8h
Continuous draw
205W
Projected runtime
For this load: SOLIX E10 runs 25.5h vs 15.9h.
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Modeled from the spec record — same math as the tables below. Methodology
Runtime by appliance
Real-world runtime estimates for common appliances, modeled at 85% inverter efficiency.¹
Essentials
The basics you need runningscale 0–348.2hComfort & Convenience
Makes off-grid life actually enjoyablescale 0–69.6hHigh-Draw Appliances
These reveal the real limitsscale 0–5.2h¹ Runtime = (capacity × 0.85) ÷ appliance watts. Within each group, all bars share one time scale (the group's longest runtime), so lengths are comparable across appliances; identical runtimes collapse into a single blue/orange bar. Actual runtime varies with battery age, temperature, and simultaneous loads — see methodology.
Conclusion
July 10, 2026
Verdict: the SOLIX E10, on Power Score margin
These two units are closely matched on individual specs, but our Power Score analysis gives the SOLIX E10 the edge with a composite score of 9,115 vs 6,013.
Overall score margin: 9,115 vs 6,013 (+51.6%)
List prices as of July 10, 2026. The links below open Anker's current price.
$4,299.00 list · direct from Anker
or check the SOLIX F3800 price$2699.00 list
Written by Gunner Gustafson, Whole-Home Backup Tester · Station Arena Test Desk · Updated July 10, 2026
Measured Data
Benchmark scores and the full spec record, side by side.
Benchmark scores
Full specifications
| Specification | SOLIX E10★ Our pick | SOLIX F3800 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4,299.00 Check latest price | $2699.00 Check latest price |
| Capacity (Wh) | 6144 | 3840 |
| Output (W) | 7680 | 6000 |
| Surge Peak | 10000W (90 min) | 9000W |
| AC Outlets | Hardwired (120/240V) | 8 |
| USB-C Charging Outputs | 0 | 100W |
| Solar Input (W) | 9000 | 2400 |
| Weight (lbs) | 190.6 | 132.3 |
| UPS | Yes (<20ms) | Yes (<20ms) |
| Charging Cycles | 4000 | 3000 |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Warranty (Years) | 5 | 5 |
| Battery Expansion Feasibility | Yes | Yes |
| App Control | Yes | Yes |
| $/Watt Hour | $.70 | $.70 |
| Noise Level (db) | Not Specified | N/A |
| Solar Input Type | Dual MPPT (30-450V) | Proprietary |
| USB-A Ports | 0 | 2 |
| USB-C Ports | 0 | 3 |
| Cost per Whᵈ | $0.70/Wh | $0.70/Wh |
ᵈ Derived: price ÷ rated capacity.
Comparison ToolAdd more power stations, side by sideOpen Tool →How these numbers are produced
Numeric verification
Every figure on this page traces to our spec database or arithmetic on it — no estimated numbers.
Owner claims
Statements about owner experience are cited to published reviews.
Runtime model
Runtime = (rated capacity × 0.85 inverter efficiency) ÷ device wattage. Solar recharge estimates assume panels deliver 70% of rated output. Cold weather, battery age, and stacked loads reduce real-world results.
Power Score
Computed from 14 published spec dimensions, weighted per use-case bench. Higher is better; a unit must meet a bench's minimum threshold to be rated.
Test Notes & Caveats
Hidden gotchas and advantages we spotted that you won't find on the product page.
Weight Reality Check
Neither unit is grab-and-go. The SOLIX F3800 (132.3 lbs) is a two-person lift. The SOLIX E10 (190.6 lbs) is firmly a two-person lift. It goes where you put it and stays there. That's a 58 lb difference, which you'll feel every time you relocate.
Battery Lifespan in Real Years
The SOLIX E10 is rated for 4,000 cycles vs 3,000. In real life: at daily use, that's 11 vs 8.2 years. At weekend use (twice a week), it's 38 vs 29 years. After hitting the cycle limit, the battery doesn't die. It drops to ~80% original capacity, which is still very usable.
Full record above — the Test Desk pick is the SOLIX E10.
Check SOLIX E10 price →or check the SOLIX F3800 priceOwnership Analysis
What happens after you buy — true cost of ownership, brand trust, and growth potential.
Lifetime value
Service lifeyears at one full cycle per day
Lifetime energy delivered
Cost per delivered kWh
│ warranty ends · Reaching the cycle rating means ~80% capacity remains — degraded, not dead.
| Metric | SOLIX E10 | SOLIX F3800 |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase price | $4,299.00 | $2699.00 |
| Lifetime energy delivery | 24,576 kWh | 11,520 kWh |
| Cost per lifetime kWh | $0.17 | $0.23 |
| Cost per warranty year | $860/yr | $540/yr |
| Battery lifespan | 11yr daily · 38.5yr weekends · 76.9yr weekly | 8.2yr daily · 28.8yr weekends · 57.7yr weekly |
Analyst note
The SOLIX F3800 is cheaper to buy, but the SOLIX E10 is cheaper to own. At $0.17/kWh over its lifetime vs $0.23/kWh, the SOLIX E10's higher cycle life and capacity make each dollar go further over the years.
Growth path
SOLIX E10
EXPANDABLESupports Anker expansion batteries, so you can add capacity later without replacing the base unit — useful if your needs may climb past 6,144Wh.
Accepts up to 9,000W of solar. Enough for a serious multi-panel array.
Limited ports. You'll likely need a power strip or splitter.
Expansion batteries are Anker-specific. You're investing in the Anker ecosystem.
SOLIX F3800
EXPANDABLESupports Anker expansion batteries, so you can add capacity later without replacing the base unit — useful if your needs may climb past 3,840Wh.
Accepts up to 2,400W of solar. Enough for a serious multi-panel array.
Generous port selection supports complex multi-device setups.
Expansion batteries are Anker-specific. You're investing in the Anker ecosystem.
Realistic full solar rechargeat 70% of rated panel output — see methodology
Analyst note
Both expand, but the SOLIX E10's higher solar ceiling (9,000W vs 2,400W) gives it the stronger off-grid growth path — more panels can feed a bigger bank as it grows.
The Bottom Line
The full picture comes down to this. The SOLIX E10 edges ahead on our overall analysis, but the margin is narrow enough that your specific use case should drive the decision. Review the scenario verdicts above — if the SOLIX F3800 wins in the scenarios that match your life, it's the right choice regardless of aggregate scores.
If neither the SOLIX E10 nor the SOLIX F3800 feels like the right fit, your power needs probably sit outside what these two target. For lighter use — weekend camping or phone/laptop charging — you'd be overpaying for capacity you'll rarely tap. Consider a unit in the 500–1,500Wh range instead. Prices on portable power stations fluctuate frequently. Both Anker discount regularly, so check the current price before committing. Prime Day and Black Friday pricing typically drops 20-30%.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers drawn from the spec record and cited owner research.
Is the SOLIX E10 worth $1,600 more than the SOLIX F3800?
The short answer: yes, if you'll actually use the extra capability. The SOLIX E10 costs $1,600 more, but that premium buys you 2,304Wh more battery capacity (that's 13 extra hours of running a mini-fridge); 1,680W higher AC output (opening the door to more demanding appliances); a longer-lasting battery rated for 4,000 cycles — that's 11 years at daily use; 6,600W faster solar charging for quicker off-grid recovery. On a cost-per-watt-hour basis, you're paying $0.70/Wh vs $0.70/Wh. Factor in cycle life and the math flips: the SOLIX E10 costs $0.17/kWh over its lifetime vs $0.23/kWh. The "expensive" unit is actually cheaper to own. For regular use, we'd pay the premium.
How does the 2,304Wh capacity difference actually affect daily use?
The SOLIX E10's 6,144Wh battery keeps a mini-fridge running for roughly 35 hours vs the SOLIX F3800's 22 hours. Both can handle a full 8-hour blackout setup (fridge + router + lights + phone charging ≈ 1,645Wh), but the SOLIX E10 finishes with significantly more margin. That matters if conditions aren't ideal or the outage runs long. What specs don't mention: runtime drops 20-30% in cold weather (below 32°F/0°C) as battery chemistry slows down. The SOLIX E10's extra capacity provides a critical cold-weather buffer. For occasional phone and laptop charging, both are overkill. This gap only matters for sustained, multi-appliance use.
Can I actually carry the SOLIX E10, or is the SOLIX F3800 the only portable option?
Neither is "portable" in any hiking sense. The SOLIX F3800 (132.3 lbs) and the SOLIX E10 (190.6 lbs) are both appliances you place and leave. The 58.3-lb difference matters when loading into a vehicle or moving between rooms, but that's about it. If true portability is your priority, look at units under 20 lbs in a different class entirely.
How fast can each unit recharge from solar panels in real conditions?
On paper, the SOLIX E10 accepts 9,000W vs the SOLIX F3800's 2,400W of solar input. What the spec sheet won't tell you: solar panels typically deliver only 60-80% of their rated output due to panel angle, cloud cover, and temperature. In realistic conditions, expect full recharge in about 1.0 hours for the SOLIX E10 and 2.3 hours for the SOLIX F3800. That gap widens on cloudy days, when the SOLIX E10's higher input ceiling captures more of whatever sunlight is available. One more thing: summer gives you ~7 productive solar hours per day. Winter drops to ~4. If solar is your primary recharge method, the SOLIX E10's advantage is substantial.
"4,000 vs 3,000 cycles" — what does that actually mean for me?
In real years: the SOLIX E10 (4,000 cycles) lasts 11.0 years at daily use, 38 years at weekend use (twice a week), or 167 years at twice-monthly camping trips. The SOLIX F3800 (3,000 cycles): 8.2 years daily, 29 years weekends, or 125 years twice-monthly. What most people miss: hitting the cycle limit doesn't kill your battery. Capacity drops to about 80%. Your 6,144Wh unit becomes a ~4,915Wh unit. Still very usable. For weekend users, both batteries will outlast the warranty by years.
Bottom line: should I buy the SOLIX E10 or the SOLIX F3800?
We'd pay the premium for the SOLIX E10. Yes, it costs more. The capability jump is real: you're stepping into a tier that handles appliances the base model can't start. The SOLIX F3800 is still solid if budget is the priority, but the SOLIX E10 will leave you less likely to wish you'd "gone bigger" six months from now. That regret costs more than the price difference.
Where to buy
Anker SOLIX E10Pick
$4,299.00
$4,299.00 list · direct from Anker
Anker SOLIX F3800
$2699.00
$2699.00 list · direct from Anker
Prices may vary by retailer and are subject to change.