Anker goes big with new whole home backup system

an idyllic modern home pictured at night with a massive E10 battery backup system installed on the outside of the home, between the open garage and living room window, where the interior is lit and serene.

If you can afford this house you can probably afford a whole-home backup solution like the E10. | Image: Anker

Homeowners in search of grid independence have another option today with the launch of Anker’s Solix E10 big-ass battery system. It joins companies like Tesla and EcoFlow in offering whole-home backup solutions in the US market meant to counter blackouts and reduce monthly energy bills, or even eliminate them completely.

The base $4,299 E10 system starts with one Power Module and one battery that can keep a few individual appliances running, and scale up to power an entire home. The 110.2-pound inverter is good for a steady 7.68kW output (or 10kW for 90 minutes). It can produce up to 28.8kW (120 LRA) peak when fitted with a single 6kWh batt …

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