Anker SOLIX F3800 Portable Power Station with 400W Solar Panel, 3840Wh LiFePO4 Battery, 6000W AC output with 120V/240V, Solar Generator for Home Use, RV, Emergencies, Power Outages, Outdoor Camping

I purchased an Anker Solix F3800 in March of 2024 with the intention of using it as I develop my property in Idaho. It has proven to be an invaluable tool, and as I've used it in various scenarios, I've learned a lot about its quirks and undocumented "features". I use the F3800 to power my tools and recharge batteries, to provide light where I'm working, run my well pump and more recently to provide power to my 40ft. Class A diesel pusher motorhome. It's been quite reliable, but it does have a few issues. First, should you purchase one, be sure to hook it up to wifi and update the firmware. Prior to doing that, I was unable to use AC power (from my RV Generator) along with solar to recharge it. I'm currently running firmware 2.1.5, which does allow simultaneous AC and DC charging. Second, the MPPT controllers built in for solar are optimized for Anker's proprietary solar solutions, which are relatively expensive. Pay close attention to how you configure your solar panel wiring to optimize charging. Assuming you can find the right combination of serial/parallel connections, you can charge the F3800 with up to 2400 watts of solar power, but it's not easy to get to that number. Third, the built-in BMS limits charging current when the batteries are colder than 10c/50f. I've discovered that you won't be able to put more than about 710 watts DC or 685 watts AC into the F3800 if the battery temp reads below these figures. (Quick tip - put a heavy AC load on it to get those electrons flowing and warm up the batteries in the morning!) IF the batteries are above 10c, it will charge quickly with solar or AC input. I manage to push about 1500 - 1600 watts into it at peak sunlight with my two strings of panels, and at that rate it only takes a few hours. If you're charging a warm unit with AC power, it will charge completely in under two hours, assuming you have not limited the AC power for charging via the app. Overall I'm very pleased. the phone app (I use IOS) is good, but could be improved by adding input and output power over time. It has graphs, but since those numbers are constantly changing, there's no way to track usage. Overall, I'm very pleased with my purchase. Anker support is responsive, although it took almost a week of emails back and forth to find out that my "charging problem" was because the batteries were cold and current was being limited by the BMS. For those of us who understand solar, batteries, BMS, etc. 50 degrees F is a pretty high threshold under which to limit current. Hopefully Anker will reduce that to a more reasonable level in a future firmware update. With such a high temp. hurdle the usefulness of this device will be less than desired as the cold weather approaches. For those wondering, it *does* allow you to use a plug-in EV charger to charge your EV. I've tried it on my Rivian R1T, although the capacity of the Anker is a drop in the bucket for an EV with a 131kW battery! Highly recommended due to typical Anker quality, flexibility of use and expansion capabilities. It offers a reasonable value proposition when purchased on sale or in bundles.

EDIT - I changed my review from one star to five stars because of Anker's response to the situation. The cord in question appears to be NOT the Anker cord. The box had been previously opened and resealed with tape over the tape with "Anker" printed on it. The solar generators and power hub connector that link them together work perfectly. My assumption is that someone purchased the solar generator and returned it with the wrong cord. We recently ordered and received two of these Anker Solar Generators. Typically, Anker products are top notch. I've personally deployed into disaster areas with Anker Solar Generators and they've worked great. This year, I donated three of them to be used in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa. These two units were intended to replace the ones that I sent to Jamaica. I'm not sure is the first unit I opened had previously been delivered to someone else by Amazon and the person put the wrong power cord in it prior to sending it back or if it came directly from Anker with a subpar cord, but when I plugged it in to charge, the cord melted after about ten minutes and then started smoking. I yanked the cord from the socket and the wires shorted, thus arcing and tripping the circuit breaker. The power cord that came with the second unit was MUCH more robust and didn't get hot when I tried changing the unit. Moral of the story--CHECK TO MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER CORD IS HEAVY ENOUGH TO HANDLE THE AMPS REQUIRED TO CHARGE THE UNIT!!! The attached photos show the size difference between the two cords and also show the melted cord.

I recently took the plunge and invested in the Anker F3800 with an additional expansion battery, and let me tell you, it has been an absolute game-changer for my home power needs. After eyeing this product for a while and reading up on its capabilities, I finally got the chance to put it to the test today, and it did not disappoint. Where I live, power outages are more than just a nuisance—they're a part of life. So having a backup that's dependable isn't just nice, it's essential. And the F3800? It's been knocking it out of the park. As I'm typing this out, I'm actually running off the Anker unit, and the switch was buttery smooth. There's something incredibly comforting about knowing that my house can stay bright and my gadgets can keep buzzing, even when the grid lets me down. What really makes the F3800 stand out for me, though, is how versatile it is, not to mention the added bonus of that expansion battery. The storage capacity is nothing to scoff at, and the fact that I can beef up the power reserve on the fly is a massive win. We're not just talking about keeping a couple of lamps on here; we're talking full-blown normal life, uninterrupted, even when the unexpected hits. Another bonus is the EV charging feature—because that's a slice of genius I didn't even know I was craving until I had it in my hands. The 240V outlet on the F3800 is a godsend. The idea that I can juice up my electric ride in a snap (for those that need less than 25A) adds a whole new level of security and convenience that I'm all about. Wrapping this up, if you're on the hunt for a portable power solution that's solid and dependable, the Anker F3800 with an expansion battery should be at the top of your list. Whether you're gearing up for emergencies, hitting the great outdoors, or just want a reliable backup at home, this power station is the real deal. Hats off to Anker for this one—they really hit it out of the park!

The Good: I've bought this unit about 2 months ago to provide off-grid power to a 400 square foot shop. I was able to connect several existing solar panels of different sizes into the two solar inputs with great results. I'm able to run lights, a medium size compressor, table saw, and a dust collector with ease. This is probably one of the best value power stations that offer 240V output. DC and 12V ports all work well, and I was able to get 100W output from USB C without issue. I was also able to easily connect some existing Lifepo4 batteries to extend run time (I have both a 12V and 24V battery). The unit is very quiet, the display is easy to read, and the App works fairly well. Its nice being able to see how much power is being consumed for both AC and DC outputs. I sent a few inquiries through support in the app, and got a detailed and timely reply from Anker. I would rate my support experience as very good. I'm happy with my purchase and would recommend this product to others. The Bad: -XT60 connectors are not included. This is a little frustrating, but not a big issue. Make sure you buy 10AWG cables if you want to get max power. -60V max input makes panel selection a little tricky, but its still possible to get over 2000W of solar input. -I've had a couple instances where wifi disconnected and the unit needed to be reset to reconnect. This only took a few minutes, but it would be frustrating if you're not home. -The App does not track power that has been captured. I'd love to be able to see how much power was generated or used.

Produit de qualité, très simple à utilisé et il fonctionne tel que présenter avec les mêmes spectres d’autonomie. Fidèle à la description. Je suis très satisfait cette station de recharge sera parfait lors de panne d’électricité

Very impressed ! I've been using this unit along with 48v server batteries , and it's been powering my house on bright sunny days, without a glitch. On average, we pull steady 1500W (mini-split, Well Pump, small appliances and lights ) , so the occasional 3-4000W draws and the unit has no issues with the demand. It's quite heavy but for our application being stationary , it works well ! I'm not sure if I'd be carrying this thing around camping though. Overall, Very good and amazing unit. Recommended

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Says found fault when I plug in my 24 amp EV Charger. Bought this thing and it’s useless as a back up emergency battery for my ford lightning