Anker SOLIX C1000 vs EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus

Specs verified 2026-07-16  Methodology

Quick verdict: The closest matchup in the 1kWh class. Near-identical capacity, output, weight, and recharge speed. EcoFlow takes expansion (5kWh max vs 2.1kWh), solar input (1,000W vs 600W), and faster UPS switchover; Anker takes street price - frequently under $500. If you will never add batteries, buy whichever is cheaper today; if you might grow the system, the Delta 3 Plus is the only one of the two with room to.

Spec scoreboard: SOLIX C1000 wins 1 of 12 · Delta 3 Plus wins 7 of 12 (green = winner per row)

SpecAnker SOLIX C1000EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus
MSRP $999 $799
Capacity 1,056 Wh 1,024 Wh
Max expandable 2.1 kWh 5.0 kWh
Continuous output 1,800 W 1,800 W
Surge 2,400 W 3,600 W
240V output No No
Cycle life 3,000 4,000
AC recharge (0-100%) 58 min 56 min
Max solar input 600 W 1,000 W
Weight 28 lb 28 lb
Warranty 5 years 5 years
$ per kWh $946 $780

Runtime head-to-head

Computed from rated capacity at 85% inverter efficiency — the numbers marketing pages don't show side by side.

ScenarioSOLIX C1000Delta 3 Plus
Refrigerator (150W, 35% duty) 17.1 hrs 16.6 hrs
CPAP overnight (60W) 15.0 hrs 14.5 hrs
Sump pump in storm (800W, 20% duty) 5.6 hrs 5.4 hrs
Home essentials (~330W bundle) 5.4 hrs 5.3 hrs

Strengths & trade-offs

Anker SOLIX C1000

  • Often on sale under $500
  • 58-minute recharge
  • Compact for 1kWh class
  • Only expandable with one battery
  • 600W solar input is modest
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EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus

  • Fastest AC recharge in class (56 min)
  • 10ms UPS switchover
  • Expandable to 5kWh
  • 1,800W ceiling limits big appliances
  • No 240V
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Frequently asked questions

Which is better, the Anker SOLIX C1000 or the EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus?

On raw spec wins it's EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus (7 to 1) across our 12 tracked specs - but the right pick depends on your load. If you will never add batteries, buy whichever is cheaper today; if you might grow the system, the Delta 3 Plus is the only one of the two with room to.

How long will the SOLIX C1000 and Delta 3 Plus run a refrigerator?

At 150W and a 35% duty cycle: the Anker SOLIX C1000 runs about 17.1 hrs, the EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus about 16.6 hrs (85% inverter efficiency).

Is the price difference worth it?

The SOLIX C1000 costs $946/kWh of storage vs $780/kWh for the Delta 3 Plus at MSRP. Both discount frequently - check current prices before deciding, and size your actual load with our calculator first.

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