Portable power stations
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I - Compact power stations
Up to 500 Wh: light and easy to carry, these compact stations are perfect for travel, remote work, a weekend camping trip or emergencies. They easily recharge phones, tablets, laptops and small appliances while fitting in a bag. Here are the best ones by our standards.
EcoFlow River 2
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The fastest charging portable power station in its class: fully recharged in one hour, the River 2 follows you from campsite to home backup.
- Capacity: 256 Wh, LFP (LiFePO4) battery
- Power: 300 W, up to 600 W with X-Boost
- Recharge: 0 to 100% in 60 min from the wall
- Weight: 3.5 kg
- Lightning recharge, 3000+ cycles and 5-year warranty
Compact and lightweight, the EcoFlow River 2 is the portable power station of choice for keeping your devices running far from the grid. Its LiFePO4 battery fully recharges in one hour from the wall, a record in its class, and withstands over 3000 cycles. Camping, van life or a power outage, it powers smartphones, laptops, lighting and small appliances, all controlled from the EcoFlow app.
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4.2/5
After several weeks with the River 2, the first thing that stands out is how fast it recharges: plug it in while you pack your bag and it is full before you even leave. On a camping weekend it easily handled two smartphones, an LED lamp and a few laptop top-ups, with room to spare. Controlling it from the app is handy for capping the charge speed and protecting the battery, and the screen shows remaining runtime at a glance. We also liked charging on the move via the car socket, which tops it up during drives. Two honest downsides: the fan is audible when you draw a lot of power or during fast charging, and 256 Wh drains quickly as soon as you plug in a hungry device such as a kettle or a heater. Nothing to worry about at this price. For nomadic backup power or a light home safety net, it is an excellent entry point, reliable and long lasting thanks to its LFP battery.
Anker Solix C300
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288Wh, two mains sockets and a 140W USB-C port in an ultra-compact, quiet body (25 dB): the small station that even recharges a laptop.
- Capacity: 288 Wh (LiFePO4)
- Output: 300W (600W SurgePad), 2 sockets
- USB-C: 140W bidirectional (laptop charging)
- Comfort: Built-in light, 25 dB, 0-80% in 50 min
- 288Wh, USB-C 140W, ultra-quiet
The Anker Solix C300 is a compact 288Wh portable power station, designed for light camping, remote work and emergencies. Despite its small size, it offers two 300W mains sockets (up to 600W with SurgePad) and a bidirectional 140W USB-C port able to charge a laptop and recharge fast. Its LiFePO4 battery is durable, it has a handy built-in light, and it runs ultra-quiet (25 dB at 1 metre). It recharges to 80% in 50 minutes from the mains. A complete, versatile pocket station.
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4.4/5
The Solix C300 surprised us with everything it fits into such a compact format: two real mains sockets, a 140W USB-C port that charges a laptop at full speed, and even a handy light for camping or a power cut. The 300W output (600W in SurgePad) is enough for most small appliances, and we especially like its quiet, at 25 dB you forget it completely on a bedside table or desk. The recharge is fast for the category, 80% in fifty minutes from the mains, and the 140W USB-C port also serves to recharge it quickly. The retractable handle and small footprint make it a true pocket station you take without thinking. Two honest caveats: 288Wh is a backup capacity, perfect for USB devices, a mini fridge or an evening, but not to last several days, and the solar input caps at 100W. For a compact, complete and quiet station, it is a success at excellent value.
Anker Solix C300X DC
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288Wh, 100% USB-C with four ports (2x140W, 100W, 15W): the pocket station that charges four devices, laptop included, with no inverter and no losses. Light and portable.
- Capacity: 288 Wh / 90,000 mAh (LiFePO4)
- Output: 100% USB-C, four ports (2x140W + 100W + 15W)
- Ports: USB-C 140W, USB-A, 12V output
- Comfort: Built-in light, strap, solar charging
- 288Wh 100% USB-C, four ports (2x140W + 100W + 15W)
The Anker Solix C300X DC is a compact 288Wh (90,000 mAh) portable power station that goes all-in on direct current and USB-C. With no AC inverter, it avoids conversion losses and powers your devices for longer through four USB-C ports (two up to 140W, one up to 100W, one up to 15W), a USB-A port and a 12V output. Enough to charge up to four devices at once, laptop included. Its LiFePO4 battery is durable, it has a built-in light and a carry strap, and it recharges on solar. The versatile portable energy companion for camping and outdoor work.
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4.3/5
The C300X DC takes the opposite approach to classic small stations: here, no mains socket, everything goes through USB-C, and it is remarkably effective. You plug the phone, tablet and laptop straight into its 140W ports, with no inverter, which avoids losses and extends real-world runtime. With four USB-C ports (two up to 140W, one up to 100W, one up to 15W), you charge a MacBook at full speed while powering three other devices, real comfort in remote work or a van. Its 288Wh in a compact format slip easily into a bag thanks to the supplied strap, and the built-in light comes in handy while camping or during an outage. Solar charging lets you stay self-sufficient for several days. Two honest caveats: the absence of a mains socket restricts it to USB and 12V devices, you cannot plug in a small 230V appliance, and 288Wh is a backup capacity. But to charge your portable devices fast and loss-free, in a light and versatile format, it is an excellent choice.
EcoFlow River 3
£199.00 (15)
Ultra-compact (3.5 kg) and recharged in one hour, the EcoFlow River 3 slips a 245 Wh reserve into a bag to power your essentials anywhere.
- Capacity: 245 Wh (LiFePO4)
- Power: 300 W (600 W X-Boost)
- Recharge: ≈ 1 h from the mains
- Weight: 3.5 kg
- 245 Wh, UPS and 1-hour charge in an ultra-compact body
The EcoFlow River 3 is the brand's most compact portable power station: 245 Wh of LiFePO4 battery and 300 W output (600 W X-Boost) in a flat 3.5 kg body that slips into a bag or a boot. It recharges phones, a laptop, lighting and small gear, refuels to 100 % in one hour from the mains and accepts up to 110 W of solar. Its inverter (UPS) function and its LFP chemistry rated for 3000 cycles make it a reliable reserve for camping, mobile work or backup.
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4.3/5
We slipped the River 3 into a backpack to see how far EcoFlow's smallest station goes, and it surprises. At 3.5 kg and barely thicker than a big book, you really take it everywhere: on a day of hiking photography it recharged two camera bodies, a drone and our phones without flinching. The one-hour recharge is the model's real luxury, you top it up in the time it takes to have a coffee. As backup at home, its inverter function kept the router and a camera running without the slightest flicker during a micro-outage. The silence is total, you forget it under the tent. Two owned limits: 245 Wh remains a small reserve, best kept for light devices, and unlike the River 3 Plus it is not expandable, which you must anticipate if needs grow. For a first compact, fast and LFP-durable mobile station, it offers a footprint-to-service ratio that is hard to beat.
II - Versatile power stations
From 500 Wh to 1.5 kWh: this is the heart of the market, the best compromise between runtime, weight and price. These versatile stations power most everyday appliances, ideal for a van, a motorhome, a long weekend or light home backup. Discover our selection.
Jackery Explorer 1000 v2
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1070Wh and 1500W in a compact, lightweight station: enough to run a fridge, a kettle or all your devices, camping or during a power cut.
- Capacity: 1070Wh (LiFePO4 battery)
- Power: 1500W continuous, 3000W peak
- Outputs: 2 AC outlets, 1 USB-C 100W + 1 USB-C 30W, 1 USB-A, 1 car socket
- Recharge: Full in 1h (emergency mode), 400W max solar
- 1500W and 1-hour recharge in just 10.8 kg
The Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 is a 1070Wh portable power station with a LiFePO4 battery, able to deliver 1500W continuously (3000W peak). Lighter and 23% more compact than the previous generation (around 10.8 kg), it powers up to 6 devices at once via 2 AC outlets, 1 USB-C 100W port and 1 USB-C 30W port, a USB-A and a car socket. Its ChargeShield 2.0 technology enables a full recharge in 1 hour in emergency mode, and its battery lasts 4000 cycles, a lifespan of up to 10 years. Controllable via the Jackery app.
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4.1/5
We carried the Explorer 1000 v2 over several weekends, and it is exactly the format we hoped for from Jackery. At 10.8 kg with a folding handle, it slips into the boot without a fight, yet it still puts out 1500W continuously, enough to run a kettle or an induction hob while camping, which many stations this size cannot do. The 1070Wh easily cover a night of camping fridge plus charging phones and a laptop. Recharging is the real highlight: in emergency mode via the app, we went from 0 to 100% in one hour on a regular socket, and in quiet mode it drops below 30 dB, so you forget it is there. The 100W USB-C port is perfect for a MacBook. The only small gripe is the fairly basic screen and the fan spinning up in the fastest mode. Otherwise, it is a solid, well-built, dependable choice.
Anker Solix C1000
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With 1024 Wh, 2000 W output and a full recharge in 49 minutes via HyperFlash, the Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 is one of the fastest-charging stations on the market.
- Capacity: 1024 Wh (LFP battery, 4000 cycles)
- AC output: 2000 W, up to 3000 W peak, 4 AC outlets
- Recharge: 0 to 100% in 49 min via HyperFlash, solar up to 600 W
- Lifespan: 4000 LFP cycles, about 10 years, 5-year warranty
- Full recharge in 49 min, the fastest in its class
The Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 is a portable power station with a 1024 Wh LFP battery (InfiniPower, 4000 cycles). It delivers 2000 W continuous (3000 W peak) and fully recharges from the mains in 49 minutes thanks to HyperFlash technology (up to 1600 W input). It accepts 600 W of solar input, features a UL1778-certified UPS function (under 10 ms switchover) and many outputs including 4 AC outlets and 3 USB-C ports (2x140 W). Compact (11.3 kg), app controlled, 5-year warranty.
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4.4/5
We put the C1000 Gen 2 through its paces at home and on weekends, and its recharge speed is stunning: barely more than a lunch break and it is full, which changes everything when you leave on short notice. It kept the fridge, the router and two laptops going for a good part of the day, and the UPS switchover during a test outage went completely unnoticed. We love how compact it is (11.3 kg, you move it one-handed) and how quiet it stays at rest. The app lets you switch to UltraFast mode or, conversely, cap the input to quiet the fans, which are a little present during fast charging. Two honest gripes: unlike the older C1000, this generation is not expandable, and 2000 W remains a ceiling for the very largest appliances. As a compact, reliable and ultra-fast-charging station, it is hard to fault.
EcoFlow Delta 2
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With 1024 Wh expandable to 3 kWh, 1800 W output and a 0-80% recharge in 50 minutes, the EcoFlow Delta 2 powers almost all your devices, at home or off-grid.
- Capacity: 1024 Wh, expandable up to 3040 Wh (LFP battery)
- AC output: 1800 W, 2400 W with X-Boost, 2700 W surge
- Recharge: 0 to 80% in 50 min on mains, solar up to 500 W
- Weight: 12 kg (400 x 211 x 281 mm)
- 0-80% recharge in 50 min, expandable up to 3 kWh
The EcoFlow Delta 2 is a portable power station with 1024 Wh (LFP battery) delivering 1800 W output, up to 2400 W with X-Boost technology. It recharges from 0 to 80% in 50 minutes on mains, accepts up to 500 W of solar input and offers 13 outlets including 4 AC sockets and 2 USB-C 100 W ports. Its capacity is expandable up to 3040 Wh and its LFP battery exceeds 3000 cycles, roughly 10 years of use. Weight: 12 kg, 5-year warranty.
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4.4/5
We tried it both in a camper van and at home, and the Delta 2 simply gets the job done. The lightning recharge (80% in under an hour) is a game changer at a motorway stop, and the app is a real plus. It ran a fridge, the router and two laptops for a good part of the day. Only gripe: the fans blow hard during fast charging, but you can quiet them by capping the power. Rugged and expandable.
EcoFlow River 2 Max
£449.00 (16)
512Wh, 500W and only 6.1 kg: the compact station that recharges 0 to 100% in one hour and powers 80% of your essential devices thanks to X-Boost.
- Capacity: 512 Wh (LiFePO4, TÜV certified)
- Output: 500W (X-Boost up to 1000W)
- Recharge: 0 to 100% in 60 min (mains)
- Weight: 6.1 kg, Bluetooth/Wi-Fi app
- 512Wh, 1000W X-Boost, 6.1 kg
The EcoFlow River 2 Max is a compact 512Wh portable power station that plays on balance: enough capacity for a weekend, light enough (6.1 kg) to set off easily. It delivers 500W of continuous output, pushed to 1000W with X-Boost, enough to power up to 80% of essential devices. Its LiFePO4 battery, TÜV Rheinland certified, promises 10 years of use, and its recharge is among the fastest in the segment: 0 to 100% in 60 minutes. Four charge modes (mains, car, solar, USB-C) and app control complete the picture.
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4.0/5
We took the River 2 Max on a camping weekend and it proved the ideal companion for the traveller who doesn't want to be weighed down: at 6.1 kg, you move it with one hand, and its 512Wh are more than enough to recharge phones, a laptop, a lamp and a speaker over two days. The 500W output handles most small appliances, and the 1000W X-Boost let us plug in a camping kettle and a small hair dryer, which you don't expect from a station this size. The recharge is striking for the category: one hour from the mains and it's full, handy when you leave in a hurry. The TÜV Rheinland certified LiFePO4 battery is reassuring on lifespan (around ten years claimed), and the app lets you track the charge and cap the power remotely. Two honest caveats: 512Wh is a modest capacity for anyone wanting to power large appliances or last several days, and there is no battery expansion on this model. But for a compact, fast and reliable station, it is a safe mid-range bet.
III - High-capacity power stations
From 1.5 to 2.5 kWh: built to go the distance, these high-capacity stations power demanding appliances (fridge, power tools, cooktop) over long periods. They are made for home backup, motorhome autonomy or semi-residential use. Here are the best current models.
Jackery Explorer 2000 v2
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2042Wh and 2200W in a station 41% lighter than average: enough to keep the home running during an outage or power a whole RV, without hurting your back.
- Capacity: 2042Wh (LiFePO4 battery)
- Power: 2200W continuous, 4400W peak
- Outputs: 2 AC outlets, 1 USB-C 100W, 1 USB-C 30W, 1 USB-A, 1 car socket
- Recharge: 1h20 in emergency charge, 1h40 in normal charge
- 2200W and backup in just 17.5 kg
The Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 is a 2042Wh portable power station with a LiFePO4 battery, delivering 2200W continuously (4400W peak). Remarkably light for its capacity (17.5 kg, 41% less than a typical 2 kWh station), it powers most household appliances and works as backup power. It offers plenty of outputs (AC outlets, USB-C 100W, USB-A, car socket), recharges quickly and is controlled via the Jackery app. Battery rated for 4000 cycles.
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4.2/5
The Explorer 2000 v2 is probably the most versatile station in the range, and the first real surprise is its weight: 17.5 kg for 2 kWh, you move it with two fingers where rivals of the same capacity often approach 25 kg. In practice its 2200W let us run a fridge, a kettle and charge tools on a worksite, then switch to an RV weekend without changing any settings. The 2042Wh easily cover a full day of autonomy for a couple. At home we tested it as backup during an outage: the fridge and router stayed powered with no perceptible interruption. Recharging is fast, around 1h40 from the mains, and the app tracks everything. The only downsides are the fairly basic screen and the fan being audible during fast charging. Otherwise, it is an excellent balance of capacity, weight and price.
Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2
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2048Wh, 2400W and a full recharge in 58 minutes: Anker's new-generation station, faster, with 140W USB-C and expansion up to 4 kWh.
- Capacity: 2048 Wh (LiFePO4, 4000 cycles)
- Output: 2400W (up to 4000W peak)
- Recharge: 100% in 58 min, USB-C 140W
- Expandable: Up to 4 kWh (BP2000 battery)
- 2400W, 58 min recharge, USB-C 140W
The Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2 is a 2048Wh portable power station that refines an already successful recipe: 2400W of continuous output (up to 4000W peak), four mains sockets, and above all a lightning recharge, 100% in 58 minutes combining mains and solar. Its LiFePO4 battery lasts 4000 cycles, it packs two 140W USB-C ports to charge a laptop, and its capacity expands to 4 kWh with a BP2000 battery. Compact (18.9 kg) and powerful, it is a versatile station for the home, camping or backup.
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4.4/5
The C2000 Gen 2 is one of those stations that reassures from the first use: the 2400W continuous run a kettle, a microwave or tools without trouble, and the 4000W peak absorbs start-up surges. What stands out most is the recharge, just under an hour for a full charge combining mains and solar, among the fastest we have measured on a 2 kWh unit. The two 140W USB-C ports are a real plus, you charge a MacBook at full speed with no adapter. The LiFePO4 battery claims 4000 cycles, a decade of use, and at 18.9 kg it stays transportable for its capacity. As backup, the expansion to 4 kWh with a BP2000 covers a long outage. Two honest caveats: the efficiency drops noticeably under light loads, around 77 to 80% below 200W versus 87 to 90% at full power, and like any station of this power, it warms up and fans a little during fast charging. But for a modern, fast and well-equipped 2 kWh station, it is an excellent reference.
Aferiy P280
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With 2048 Wh expandable up to 10.24 kWh, 2800 W (5600 W peak) and a 7-year LiFePO4 warranty, the Aferiy P280 is built for long-haul home backup.
- Capacity: 2048 Wh, expandable to 10.24 kWh (LiFePO4)
- AC output: 2800 W, up to 5600 W peak, pure sine wave
- Connectivity: 3 AC outlets, 4 USB-C (140 W), 2 USB-A, XT60, DC
- Warranty: 7 years, UPS function (under 10 ms switchover)
- Expandable to 10.24 kWh, Aferiy's most modular station
The Aferiy P280 is a 2048 Wh (LiFePO4) portable power station, expandable up to 10.24 kWh with additional batteries, a first for Aferiy. It delivers 2800 W continuous (5600 W peak), charges to 80% in 55 minutes from the mains or up to 1200 W from solar, and switches to UPS mode in under 10 ms. Control via a Bluetooth and WiFi app, 13 outputs (3 AC outlets, 4 USB-C at 140 W), 7-year warranty. Ideal for home backup, motorhome use and off-grid living.
We were curious how Aferiy would justify the jump from 2400W to 2800W on this P280, and the answer comes down to one word: expandability. Unlike the P210, it accepts up to four additional batteries to reach 10.24kWh, a real change of scale for anyone wanting to secure an entire home. In use, the 2800W handles an induction hob or an oven without flinching, and several users report running it for over 6 hours during a mains outage without issue (fridge, freezer, router). The 1200W solar charging (dual MPPT) is a welcome addition for motorhome use, though one buyer noted the cables were a bit short for panels mounted on a roof. The app, now over both Bluetooth and WiFi, is simple and responsive. The only real downsides: at 21.6kg the base unit is easy enough to move but not something you'll carry around daily, and each expansion battery is sold separately, a budget to plan for if you're aiming for the full 10.24kWh. For serious home backup or a van setup that needs to grow with your needs, it's a safe bet.
Anker Solix F2000
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2048Wh on wheels, 2300W and a 0 to 80% recharge in one hour: the big Anker station built for home backup, the worksite and camping.
- Capacity: 2048 Wh (LiFePO4, expandable 4096Wh)
- Output: 2300W, 3 mains sockets
- Recharge: 0 to 80% in 1 h (HyperFlash)
- Ports: 3 USB-C, 2 USB-A, 2 car ports
- 2048Wh on wheels, 5-year warranty
The Anker Solix F2000 (PowerHouse 767) is a 2048Wh portable power station designed for heavy needs and home backup. It delivers 2300W of continuous output across three mains sockets, and its LiFePO4 battery promises over 10 years of use (5-year warranty). Its HyperFlash charging fills it to 80% in just 1 hour, and its capacity expands to 4096Wh with an add-on battery. Fitted with wheels and a telescopic EasyTow handle, it moves easily despite its weight. A complete energy reserve for the home, van, worksite or power cuts.
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4.0/5
We put the Solix F2000 to the test on its technical promises, and the essentials hold up: between 1800 and 1870 Wh delivered out of a claimed 2048 Wh (88 to 91%), an 80% recharge in 60 minutes that matches the original claim, and a reliable backup switchover around 20 ms. Under heavy load, the noise level climbs well above the claimed 49 dB at idle, a real surprise the first time you're near it. We also noted a documented electronics failure case after several years of use and a software bug acknowledged by Anker itself in the charge handoff with the expansion battery, two points that temper long-term reliability without undermining it. The most important point to check before anything else: new-unit availability for this model appears to have collapsed in France at the time of writing, with a near-total withdrawal from major retailers, the £1285 French catalog price no longer corresponding to any active offer found.
IV - Very high-capacity & expandable
2.5 kWh and beyond: the most powerful stations, often modular, able to accept expansion batteries to exceed several kWh. They target extended home backup, serious energy autonomy and heavy energy needs. Let us introduce these true portable power plants.
Anker SOLIX F3800
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3840Wh, 6000W and up to 26.9kWh per unit with BP3800 batteries (53.8kWh combined): the Anker power station built to back up an entire home.
- Capacity: 3840Wh (LiFePO4, expandable to 26.9kWh)
- Power: 6000W continuous, 9000W peak
- Expansion: Up to 6 BP3800 batteries (3840Wh each)
- Charging: 0 to 100% in 77 min on mains (2990W)
- Expandable to 26.9kWh per unit, 53.8kWh combined
The Anker SOLIX F3800 is a premium portable power station designed for home backup and heavy energy needs. Its LiFePO4 battery delivers 3840Wh and outputs 6000W continuous (9000W peak), expandable to 26.9kWh with up to six Anker SOLIX BP3800 batteries, or 53.8kWh by linking two units. It charges at up to 2990W from the mains (full charge in 77 minutes) and up to 2400W from solar. Mounted on wheels with a telescopic handle, it includes UPS switching and app control.
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4.1/5
We used the Anker SOLIX F3800 as a home backup power source, and its output impresses straight away: oven, kettle and power tools all run without a hiccup, the 6000W handles everything. Mains charging is a real strength, at full power it tops up in just over an hour, handy ahead of a storm warning. The wheels and telescopic handle help a lot given its 60kg weight, though once it's set up you rarely move it again. The BP3800 expansion changes the equation: you start at 3840Wh and can scale up considerably depending on budget, a genuine step by step investment. Two honest drawbacks: the price climbs fast with each expansion battery, and a proper automatic switchover on the household panel needs a separate transfer kit. For a large, expandable home energy reserve, it remains a solid choice.
EcoFlow Delta Pro
£2499.00 (10)
3600Wh expandable to 25kWh, 3600W (4500W with X-Boost): the base of a home backup system, with a battery rated for 6500 cycles.
- Capacity: 3600 Wh, expandable up to 25 kWh
- Power: 3600 W (4500 W with X-Boost)
- Recharge: Up to 6500 W (AC + solar + generator)
- Endurance: 6500 cycles (50% remaining capacity)
- Expandable to 25kWh, growing home ecosystem
The EcoFlow Delta Pro is a 3600Wh portable power station, expandable up to 25kWh via extra batteries and pairing two units. It delivers 3600W continuous (4500W with X-Boost) and recharges at up to 6500W by combining mains, solar and generator input. Its LiFePO4 battery is rated for 6500 cycles down to 50% of original capacity, a mark of longevity for a system meant to last for years. Built as the foundation of a genuine expandable home energy ecosystem, it also charges electric vehicles at thousands of stations worldwide.
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4.1/5
The Delta Pro delivers on a good part of its technical promise years after launch: 3291 Wh delivered out of 3600 Wh advertised (91%), and mains recharging that beats its own claim in Europe (98 minutes measured against 114 advertised). No noticeable capacity loss is noted after two years of daily use in a detailed usage report, an encouraging signal for the advertised durability. The best-batteries.com editorial team has owned and used this unit since October 2021, with no sign of weakness to date. Two serious reservations before buying. First, a history of EPS backup-mode failures (cracking sounds, flashing, smoke) documented in 2022, corrected by a firmware update, but followed by a more recent flame-jet incident still under regulatory investigation in Germany with no published conclusion. Second and more importantly: the Delta Pro has almost entirely disappeared from the new-unit market in France, out of stock at EcoFlow (an alert form in place of the buy button) and pulled from major retailers, with the rare marketplace stock trading at more than double the nominal price. Its dedicated extension battery is itself out of stock, which undermines the expandability argument up to 25 kWh for a new buyer. The secondhand market between private individuals in France remains active and reasonably priced (1200 to £1585), a more realistic alternative than a new purchase today.
Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus
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Jackery's big expandable: 2042 Wh and 3000 W, expandable to 12 kWh (24 kWh with two stations), with a 1400 W solar input and 95-minute mains charging.
- Capacity: 2042 Wh (LiFePO4, expandable to 12 kWh)
- Power: 3000 W (surge 6000 W)
- Solar: Up to 1400 W (2 inputs)
- Recharge: 0 to 100% in 95 min (mains)
- Expandable to 12 kWh, 24 kWh with two stations
The Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus is a premium station built to last and grow with your needs. Its 2042 Wh LiFePO4 battery and 3000 W inverter (6000 W surge) power a home, a van or a worksite, and its modular architecture lets you add up to 5 batteries for 12 kWh, or even 24 kWh by pairing two units. With its 1400 W solar input, 95-minute mains charging, UPS function and app control, it is a scalable backup and self-consumption solution, backed by a 5-year warranty.
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4.3/5
Several years after its launch, the Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus remains one of the most accomplished large expandable stations, and our test confirms why. On the bench, its 3000 W (6000 W surge) ran a panel of heavy loads (induction hob, grinder, fridge, lighting) without flinching, and the 95-minute mains recharge is a real comfort when time is short. Its flagship argument remains expandability: you start from 2042 Wh and climb to 12 kWh with five add-on batteries, or even 24 kWh by pairing two units, ideal modularity to size a home backup or self-consumption over time. The 1400 W solar input recharges fast in the sun, the UPS function protects sensitive devices, and the app control (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth) is complete. A few honest caveats: the weight (27.9 kg, thankfully on wheels with a telescopic handle, though grip feels less confident once the ground turns uneven), and a bigger point worth flagging before you go looking for one: Jackery has pulled the 2000 Plus from new sale in France and the UK, pointing buyers instead to the lighter but non-expandable Explorer 2000 v2, while it remains on sale new in Germany. If you can still track one down and scalability and power come first, the 2000 Plus remains a very solid, proven choice.
Aferiy P310
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With 3840 Wh expandable to 11520 Wh, 3600 W (7200 W peak) and a 7 year warranty, the Aferiy P310 aims for accessible high end power.
- Capacity: 3840 Wh (expandable to 11520 Wh), LiFePO4
- AC output: 3600 W, up to 7200 W peak, pure sine wave
- Ports: 3 AC outlets, 4 USB-C (100 W), 2 USB-A, XT60, DC
- Warranty: 7 years, UPS function (under 10 ms switchover)
- 3840 Wh expandable to 11520 Wh, 7 year warranty
The Aferiy P310 is a high end portable power station with 3840 Wh of LiFePO4 capacity (4000 cycles), expandable up to 11520 Wh with additional batteries. It delivers 3600 W continuous and up to 7200 W peak, with a UPS function that switches over in under 10 ms. Its 13 outputs (3 AC outlets, 4 USB-C including one 100 W, 2 USB-A, DC5521, XT60, car socket) accept up to 2000 W of solar input and are controlled via the app. 7 year warranty, 40 kg with wheels and a telescopic handle.
We unboxed the Aferiy P310 with a bit of apprehension: at 40 kg, it earns its keep on delivery day. Once out of the box, the build quality reassures straight away, sturdy casing, a solid telescoping handle and wheels that genuinely roll on flat ground or a deck. During a simulated power cut, the UPS switchover held without so much as a flicker on the connected laptop's screen, a real strength for anyone wanting to secure a home office or a fridge. The 3600 W continuous output swallowed a kettle and an induction hob running at once without flinching, something few stations at this price manage. The app is simple, and charging at 2200 W on mains power is genuinely impressive. Two honest gripes: the weight limits it to near stationary use (garage, van, workshop), and Aferiy's after sales support, responsive in our exchanges, remains less known than the big brands. For anyone after a serious home backup or motorhome power source, backed by a 7 year warranty, it remains a very solid choice.
V - Related questions
The capacity of a power station is the amount of energy it can deliver after a full charge. It is expressed in Wh (watt-hours). Manufacturers often state voltage and amperage: to get the Wh, simply multiply voltage by amperage. One Wh is the energy delivered by a 1 Watt system over one hour.
It depends on your needs. Up to 500 Wh (compact stations) to recharge phones, laptops and small devices on the go. From 500 Wh to 1.5 kWh (versatile) for a van, a weekend or light backup. From 1.5 to 2.5 kWh (high-capacity) for demanding appliances over time. Above 2.5 kWh (expandable) for extended home backup. List the appliances and their runtime to estimate the Wh you need.
Yes. Most power stations charge from the mains, but also from a 12V car socket while driving, and from solar via a photovoltaic panel (often with a built-in MPPT controller). That is what makes them ideal in a motorhome, a van or on a remote site: they are then called 'solar generators'. Find our panels in the Solar section.
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