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Portable power, explained by the numbers
Portable power station for home backup: plan for days
Size a backup battery around essential loads and a realistic recharge plan, then compare a compact and an expandable station by their listed specifications.
Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2: What Fits a 1kWh Backup Plan?
Use a small-load worksheet to judge the fixed 1,024Wh C1000 Gen 2. Check charging conditions, USB-C differences and expansion limits before buying.
EcoFlow DELTA Pro portable power station: original 3,600Wh
EcoFlow DELTA Pro portable power station: assess the original 3,600Wh, 3,600W, 120V model, its 99lb weight and when to compare DELTA Pro 3.
LiFePO4 vs NMC Power Stations: Lifespan, Weight and Buying Checks
Learn what battery chemistry can and cannot tell you about a power station, how to compare cycle ratings, and why weight and lifespan need model-specific checks.
Portable Power Station vs Gas Generator for Home Power Outages
A battery power station suits apartments, short outages and small loads because it makes no exhaust. A gas generator suits multi-day outages and big loads, but only outdoors. Many homes end up using both.
How Big a Portable Power Station Do You Need for a Power Outage?
Add up the watts you need at the same time, then the watt-hours you need for the whole outage. A fridge, router, lights and phones for one day come to roughly 1.6 kWh, so look at stations rated near 2,000 Wh.