The EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra and the Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus are two of the biggest, most powerful power stations you can buy. Both were designed for serious home backup power, fully off-grid setups, or pretty much anyone who just wants to avoid the hassle of installing a traditional solar power system.
We’ve reviewed both units in the past and regularly recommended both of them, but if you’re about to spend thousands of dollars on a power station, it’s important to know which option is the absolute best. So, just like our other This or That comparisons, we’re going to put them head-to-head and find out which high-capacity power station is the champ.
Before we start scoring these two, here’s a quick side-by-side look at the specs:
If you want to learn more about either of these two power stations, you can read the full reviews we did for either unit:
➡️ EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra Power Station Review
➡️ Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus Power Station Review
Now that the basics are out of the way, let’s jump into the ring and find out which two whole-home power station is the best option for the majority of buyers:
The Jackery 5000 Plus has a 5,040Wh battery, which is really impressive, but the EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra steps it up to 6,144Wh.
If you need more stored power for home backup and longer outages, that extra 1,100Wh makes a difference. It’s an easy first point for the DELTA Pro Ultra.
Both units feature massive 7,200W inverters, which is enough to run full home circuits, large appliances, and even HVAC systems. Our first assumption was this round would be a tie, but when we actually put them to the test, the differences started to show.
Right away, we noticed that the Jackery 5000 Plus was able to handle surges better. The inverters inside EcoFlow power stations rarely exceed their rated output by much, so this wasn’t overly surprising, but it is a meaningful difference when it comes to real-world use.
Don’t get us wrong, we tested the DELTA Pro Ultra with some heavy-duty equipment and it performed well, but we found the most demanding loads, like a garage car lift, quickly tapped out the 7,200W inverter. The Jackery power station didn’t seem to have the same issues when we pushed it.
If you go with the Jackery Explorer 5000, you’re going to get some extra headroom when it comes to starting up demanding appliances and power tools. Point to Jackery.
EcoFlow easily dominates this round. The DELTA Pro Ultra supports up to 5,600W of solar charging, while the Jackery 5000 has a max solar input of 4,000W.
That’s a big deal if you’re using this for home backup or an off-grid setup. It’s also going to be a potential decision-maker for those who have already invested in a high output solar panel array. A higher solar input means faster, more flexible off-grid charging.
1,600W is a big difference when you’re talking about solar inputs. That 5,600W input also helps explain why EcoFlow often markets the DELTA Pro Ultra as a high-capacity solar generator. This round earns the EcoFlow DELTA Ultra a well-deserved point.
Both charge at a maximum AC input of 1,800W from a standard wall outlet. Again, we assumed this round would be a draw, but the DELTA Pro Ultra takes things a little further.
That’s because EcoFlow offers accessories like the EcoFlow EV X-Stream Charger Adaptor, dual-input charging cables for fast-charging multiple units, and the EcoFlow Smart Gas Generator 4000.
The right combination of these accessories can boost the DELTA Ultra’s charge speeds up to a maximum AC input of 6,000W.
It’s a tie when you’re talking about either power station straight out of the box, but if you’re willing to invest in some of the accessories EcoFlow has made available for their power station, you can take the charging speeds to whole new levels. Point to EcoFlow.
This one’s no contest. The DELTA Pro Ultra is the quietest power station we’ve ever tested. Not just the quietest big power station, the quietest power station of any size or design!
Even when you’re pushing this thing to its absolute limits with a full load, the EcoFlow Ultra power station almost makes no noise. The only unit that comes close to this level of silence is the DJI Power 1000, and that’s a way smaller power station.
If you’re looking for something you can use inside your main living space, the silent operation you get with the DELTA Pro Ultra is going to be something you’ll grow to really appreciate. The Jackery 5000 isn’t exactly a loud power station, but you’ll hear it, which is not the case with the EcoFlow DPU.
Both units have four grounded 120V outlets, two USB-As, two USB-Cs, and a 240V output. The EcoFlow DELTA Ultra gives you a 30A outlet, which is great for RVs and campers. Jackery gives you a 50A outlet instead, which works better for transfer switches and some larger setups.
EcoFlow does offer a DELTA Pro Ultra 50 Amp Hub Adaptor, so that could be useful for those who want both a 30A and 50A port in the same power station.
You’d assume that flexibility would give the DELTA Ultra the point, but Jackery also includes a 12V car socket, which EcoFlow skipped entirely. People will argue about whether a 30-amp or 50-amp plug is more practical, but we can’t deny the fact that a 12V car socket is incredibly useful in real-world scenarios.
If you want to run something like a 12V fridge for more efficient power consumption, or you want to charge this unit in your car or RV, it’s a port that’s going to really come in handy.
We’ll admit it, we thought the DELTA Pro Ultra looked odd in the first promo photos EcoFlow released, but it’s a sleek, modern, and clean power station when you see it in person. It blends into a garage or main living space much better than Jackery’s tall and bright orange unit.
It’s the most subjective category we’re looking at, but we really do think most people will agree that the DELTA Pro Ultra looks like something you wouldn’t mind having in your RV or home. At the end of the day, whole-home power stations like these are going to be pretty tough to hide, so looks can be pretty important. You may disagree, but we think EcoFlow unit deserves a point for this round.
Here’s where Jackery takes back some ground. The Jackery 5000 Plus has rugged wheels, an extendable suitcase-style handle, and even a pair of hidden team-lift handles underneath it. At 134 lbs, this is far from a lightweight power station, but those handles and the built-in wheels actually make it really easy to maneuver.
Meanwhile, the EcoFlow Ultra’s modular design means you have to disconnect the inverter from the batteries to move it. It’s a two-person job, even if Tiny Baby disagrees. It also sits really low to the ground, so you’ll need to squat down to even get your hands on the handles. You can purchase a wheeled trolley for it, but even with that, the Jackery wheels work better.
Oh, did we mention the DELTA Pro Ultra is one of the heaviest power stations out there? The inverter weighs in at 70 lbs, while each battery component tips the scales at 116 lbs. So, unless you’re a prime Ronnie Coleman, lifting it is going to be a challenge, even with two people.
The Jackery 5000 Plus easily takes this point.
The EcoFlow Ultra also wins this one easily. Thanks to its modular design, the DELTA Pro Ultra can be scaled up to a maximum battery capacity of 90kWh, which is just insane. Meanwhile, the Jackery 5000 Plus maxes out at 60kWh (still impressive).
No one’s likely to go that high with either unit, but the potential is there if you ever want to grow your system into a true whole-home power system.
Scalability was kind of the entire purpose behind the DELTA Pro Ultra’s design, so it’s not exactly surprising that it wins this round.
Honestly, neither brand shines here. They both have dedicated customer service phone lines, but the tech support just isn’t there. We even mystery-shopped EcoFlow a little while ago, and while they’re one of the main leaders in the portable power industry, their customer service leaves a lot to be desired.
If you’re looking for the best support in the game, you’ll want to take a look at Anker SOLIX. Not only is Anker’s customer support genuinely helpful, their F3800 Plus Power Station could go toe-to-toe with either of these power stations.
As for the DELTA Ultra and Explorer 5000 Plus, this is a disappointing round, so we’re not going to give a point to either of them.
As a side note, if you’re worried about the lack of after-purchase support for either of these units, a good workaround would be to order through Shop Solar. They carry both power stations, and their technical and after-purchase support is better than you’ll get if you order through either brand directly.
If you've watched our review videos before, you'll know that Robbie loves to see two things on any power station: a built in light and a 12V plug.
The Jackery 5000 Plus earns this bonus point for one simple reason: it has a 12V car socket. Neither has a built-in light, which would’ve been a nice touch for such expensive units, but we can’t stress enough how useful a 12V input and output can be for this type of power station.
This is going to be a really important round for a lot of buyers. The EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra costs $4,699 (MSRP), while the Jackery 5000 Plus comes in at $3,499 (MSRP). Both can be found for less on sale, but that's a $1,200 difference at full price.
So, while the EcoFlow power station has more battery capacity, it’s a noticeably pricier unit. When one unit is priced at over $1,000 more than the other, you’re talking about enough money saved to purchase something like a Pecron F3000LFP, which would be a great addition to any backup power or emergency prep collection.
Even when you take battery capacity and price per watt-hour into consideration, the Jackery power station still beats the EcoFlow unit on value:
If you’re on a budget, or just want to get the most bang-for-your-buck, the Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus makes a strong argument for itself. It also wins this point.
This one was our closest comparison yet, which makes sense given these are two power stations that we think highly of.
Still, the EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra wins overall for its quieter operation, faster charging, higher capacity, and better expandability. It’s also part of EcoFlow’s growing home ecosystem, which adds long-term flexibility.
That said, the Jackery 5000 Plus still makes a strong case for itself. It’s significantly more portable, more affordable, and offers a few handy extras like the 12V socket and 50A outlet.
If you’re looking for the best all-around home backup system, go with the EcoFlow DELTA Ultra. If you want portability and value, the Jackery 5000 Plus is the smarter buy. At the end of the day, you can’t really go wrong with either unit, so we'd recommend choosing the unit that makes the most sense for your unique needs and budget.
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