How much does a portable power station cost?

Outputs Portable power stations can get expensive, but this model from Bluetti is a fantastic budget-friendly option, currently retailing for $330. Despite its lower price, it's a powerful unit capable of delivering 1,000W output for regular loads and up to 2,000W for resistive loads like heaters or hair dryers.

What are the best portable power stations?

To help you decide, I tested the efficiency, in a variety of scenarios, of the best portable power stations from Jackery, Oupes, EcoFlow, Anker, Goal Zero, Grecell, Bluetti, Dakota Lithium, Lion Energy, Vtoman, and Oupes. ↓ Jump to the Rest of the Field ↓ What to Know Before Purchasing a Portable Power Station

How much power can a portable power station hold?

While a particular power station might claim to hold 1,000 watt hours, the actual amount of usable power you can get out of it is a different story. The best portable power stations also have an onboard computer that shows you how much energy is left in your unit, as well as how much power it’s currently using.

What spec should you consider when buying a power station?

Whatever the reason you are purchasing a power station, the most important spec to pay attention to is watt hours, which is a measurement of how much energy the power station can hold. While a particular power station might claim to hold 1,000 watt hours, the actual amount of usable power you can get out of it is a different story.

Is Jackery a good portable power station?

Jackery has been a trusted name in the portable power station industry for over a decade, and after testing many of the company's products, I can confidently recommend them. The Jackery Explorer 500 is an excellent choice for road trips where you need reliable AC power.

Are LiFePO4 power stations portable?

With the new LiFePo4 battery chemistry, I personally found that units in the 1000 Wh range were fairly portable, while those that were closer to 1500 Wh were more of a chore to pick up and move around. Power stations that stood out as especially difficult or easy to move around have been noted in the individual reviews.