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EcoFlow River 2
£209.00 (10)
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.
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.
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 140W ports: 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 140W ports
- Ports: USB-C 140W, USB-A, 12V output
- Comfort: Built-in light, strap, solar charging
- 288Wh 100% USB-C, four 140W ports
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 140W USB-C ports (several bidirectional), 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.
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 140W USB-C ports, 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
259.00€ (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.
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.
EcoFlow River 3 Max Plus (Wireless)
£249.00 £189.00
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A modular station that charges wirelessly: 858Wh, a built-in Qi2 15W charger and a removable Rapid power bank you take on its own. Clever and versatile.
- Capacity: 858 Wh (286Wh + EB600 battery)
- Output: 600W (X-Boost up to 1200W)
- Wireless: Qi2 15W charging + removable Rapid bank
- Recharge: 0 to 100% in 1 h, UPS < 10 ms
- Modular, Qi2 wireless, 858Wh
The EcoFlow River 3 Max Plus (Wireless) reinvents the portable station with a modular design and built-in wireless charging. It combines the River 3 Plus station (286Wh) with an EB600 extra battery to reach 858Wh, delivers 600W (1200W with X-Boost) and includes a Qi2 15W inductive charger plus a magnetic Rapid 5000mAh power bank, removable to travel light. Full recharge in 1 h, under-10 ms switchover and quiet operation (under 30 dB) complete a station as smart as it is versatile.
The River 3 Max Plus Wireless is one of the cleverest stations we have tested. The modular concept hits home: you keep the large capacity (858Wh) at home or camp, and detach the small magnetic Rapid 5000mAh power bank to head out with just enough to recharge your phone, wirelessly at that. The built-in Qi2 15W inductive charger is a real everyday comfort, you set the phone on it without looking for a cable. On performance, the 600W (1200W in X-Boost) power most devices, the full recharge in one hour is excellent, and the quiet (under 30 dB) makes it perfect indoors, even at night. The under-10 ms switchover secures sensitive devices during a cut. Two caveats: this premium modular concept costs a little more than a classic station of equivalent capacity, and the wireless part will mainly appeal to those living in the portable ecosystem. But for anyone wanting a versatile, quiet and genuinely modern station, it is an original success.
EcoFlow River 3 Plus
£279.00 £219.00
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Compact, quiet and fully recharged in just one hour, the EcoFlow River 3 Plus delivers reliable power wherever you happen to need it.
- Capacity: 286 Wh (expandable to 858 Wh)
- Power: 600 W (1200 W X-Boost)
- Recharge: ≈ 1 h from mains, ≈ 1.5 h solar
- Weight: 4.7 kg
- Full recharge in 1 h, expandable to 858 Wh, built-in UPS
With its 286 Wh LiFePO4 battery and 600 W of power (up to 1200 W peak), the River 3 Plus effortlessly runs laptops, lighting, small appliances and camping gear. Its strength: a full recharge in about one hour from the mains, a solar input up to 220 W and a capacity expandable to 858 Wh. Quiet (under 30 dB), rugged and equipped with a UPS function, it suits home-office backup as much as weekends in a van or off-grid.
We lugged the River 3 Plus around for several weeks, from the desk to the campsite, and it quickly earned its place. First good point: plugged in on a Friday evening, it goes from nearly empty to full in about an hour, so no more stress over a forgotten charge. Out in the field, it powered a mini fridge, an LED string light and two phones through a whole evening without flinching, still with charge to spare by morning. Another real plus is the quiet: sitting inside the tent you forget it is even there, where other models have their fan droning away. Its UPS function even saved us during a brief power cut at home, the router and NAS did not notice a thing. Two honest downsides: 286 Wh shows its limits over several days of heavy use (the add-on battery then becomes essential), and the handle, handy as it is, could be a touch more comfortable. Otherwise it is hard to do better in this price range: fast charging, LFP longevity and versatility make it an excellent first power station.
Vtoman FlashSpeed 600
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Compact but tough: the Vtoman FlashSpeed 600 delivers 600W (1200W peak) with an expandable LiFePO4 battery, to power up to 9 devices when camping or as backup.
- Power: 600W (1200W peak)
- Capacity: 499Wh LiFePO4 (expandable)
- Outputs: 9 outputs (2 AC, USB-C 100W, USB-A, 12V)
- Recharge: 0 to 80% in 1 hour
- Compact, expandable LiFePO4 and fast charging
The Vtoman FlashSpeed 600 is a compact 499Wh portable power station, able to deliver 600W continuous and 1200W peak. Its LiFePO4 battery offers over 3000 cycles and up to 10 years of life, and its capacity is expandable with an add-on battery (up to about 2047Wh). It offers up to 9 outputs (2 AC outlets, USB-C 100W, USB-A QC3.0, 12V output), fast charging (0 to 80% in 1 hour) and a solar input. Ideal for camping, campers, fishing or power cuts.
The Vtoman FlashSpeed 600 is one of those compact stations that tick many boxes on a contained budget. We took it on a camping weekend and it kept up with no trouble: charging phones, running an electric cooler, a fan and LED lighting, with margin to spare. What we like first is its LiFePO4 battery, more durable and safer than conventional lithium, with a claimed life up to 10 years. Its 600W covers most small devices, and the 1200W peak helps start slightly more demanding equipment. Fast charging is a real plus: you get 80% back in an hour from the mains, handy before setting off. The option to add an expansion battery to climb around 2000Wh is clever if needs grow. The downsides: 499Wh remain limited for large devices or multi-day runtime, and the electronics make some noise under heavy load. But for a versatile, expandable compact, it is an excellent starting point.
Ugreen 300W 48000mAh
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Off-the-charts endurance: 48000mAh of LiFePO4, 300W to charge a laptop, a control display, an LED light and a carry handle.
- Capacity: 48,000 mAh (LiFePO4)
- Power: 300W, USB-C 140W (PD 3.1)
- Outputs: 5 USB ports, digital display
- Recharge: 140W bidirectional, 3000 cycles
- 48000 mAh, 300W, LED light, handle
The Ugreen 300W 48000mAh is a giant power bank, halfway between a power bank and a portable power station. With 48,000 mAh of LiFePO4 cells (3000 cycles) and 300W of total power, including a 140W USB-C port, it charges a laptop at full speed and several phones for days. It has a digital display, a three-mode LED light and a carry handle, making it an ideal companion for camping, the van or power cuts. For flights, its capacity (in the 100 to 160 Wh range) requires the airline's prior approval.
We took the Ugreen 300W 48000mAh on a weekend van trip, and it is the kind of battery that changes things when you are far from a socket: it charged the whole group's phones for two days, powered a laptop for a working day, and served as a backup light in the evening thanks to its built-in LED. The handle is well thought out for carrying it, and the display lets you track precisely what is left. We really like the LiFePO4 cells: you know you keep the battery for many years without it degrading. Recharging is quick for this size, about an hour and a half at 140W. On the other hand, you have to accept the weight and bulk, you do not slip it into a pocket, and for flying, its capacity requires the airline's prior approval. The price is significant, but relative to what it offers, it stays reasonable next to a power station. For anyone after a massive, durable USB reserve that is practical outdoors, it is an excellent choice.
Allpowers R600
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Affordable and backed by a 6-year warranty, the Allpowers R600 delivers 299 Wh, 600 W and a one-hour recharge, plus a built-in wireless charger.
- Capacity: 299 Wh
- Power: 600 W (1200 W peak)
- Recharge: 0 to 100% in about 1 h from mains
- Weight: 5.8 kg
- 6-year warranty, full charge in 1 h and built-in wireless pad
With 299 Wh, 600 W (1200 W peak) and a full recharge in one hour, the Allpowers R600 runs a laptop, lighting, small appliances and camping gear. Very complete for its size (2 AC outlets, USB-C, a 15 W wireless charging pad), with a UPS function and an LFP battery backed by a 6-year warranty, it targets the best features-to-price ratio for van life, off-grid trips or home backup.
We used the R600 for several weeks, and for the price it is a pleasant surprise. The first good point is charging: left on a socket over lunch, it comes back full, barely over an hour. Out and about, its 299 Wh covered an evening of camping with an electric cool box, an LED string light and topping up two phones, without strain. We liked the little wireless charging pad on top: drop the phone on it and you are done, no hunting for a cable. The two AC outlets and USB-C ports are plenty for portable use. The UPS function bailed us out during a brief power cut at home, the router did not notice. And above all, the 6-year warranty is genuinely reassuring on a product at this price. Two honest downsides: 299 Wh is a top-up capacity you have to manage, and the lack of battery expansion limits future-proofing. But at this price it is hard to be picky: it is an excellent entry point into portable power.
Bluetti EB3A
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268Wh and 600W in an ultra-compact station under 5 kg, recharging to 80% in 30 minutes: the ideal entry-level pick for camping and top-ups.
- Capacity: 268Wh (LiFePO4 battery)
- Power: 600W continuous, 1200W peak
- Outputs: 2 AC outlets, USB-C 100W, USB-A, car socket, 15W wireless
- Recharge: 80% in 30 min (430W fast charge), 200W solar
- 80% recharge in 30 min in just 4.6 kg
The Bluetti EB3A is a compact 268Wh portable power station with a LiFePO4 battery, delivering 600W continuously (1200W peak via Power Lifting). Light (4.6 kg), it recharges to 80% in just 30 minutes thanks to its 430W fast charge. It packs many outputs: 2 AC outlets, a USB-C 100W, USB-A, a car socket and a 15W wireless charging pad. Battery rated for 2500 cycles and controlled via the Bluetti app. An excellent budget top-up station.
The EB3A is the little station that does a lot for its price. We first used it camping to run a cool box, lighting and to charge phones and a camera: its 268Wh is plenty for a light weekend, and at 4.6 kg you move it without thinking. The real surprise is charging: on the mains, it is back to 80% in a short half hour, which is impressive in this segment and very handy when you leave in a rush. The small wireless pad on top is a nice bonus for the phone. Just do not overestimate its 600W: it is perfect for electronics and small appliances, but a kettle barely gets through via Power Lifting mode and drains the runtime fast. For portable top-ups or a small backup reserve, at this price it is a very good choice, reliable and well finished.
Jackery Explorer 100 Plus
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99Wh and 128W in a palm-sized body (965 g): the ideal mini station to fly with, charge a laptop and keep your devices running.
- Capacity: 99.2Wh / 31000mAh (LiFePO4)
- Power: 128W (USB-C 100W In/Out)
- Weight: 965 g, palm-sized
- Recharge: Full in about 2 h
- 99Wh, flight-friendly, in just 965 g
The Jackery Explorer 100 Plus is a mini portable power station of 99.2Wh (31000mAh) with a LiFePO4 battery, delivering 128W. Palm-sized and weighing just 965 g, it is carry-on friendly for flights and slips into a bag. Its 100W USB-C port works as input and output, enough to charge a laptop, a smartphone, a drone or a tablet. Its LFP battery lasts 2000 cycles, and it recharges fully in about 2 hours.
The Explorer 100 Plus changed the way we travel light. Under the 100Wh mark, it goes through airport security into the cabin without trouble, and at 965 g you forget it in the camera bag. On the move, its 100W USB-C port charged a MacBook Air at full speed while keeping enough to top up a smartphone twice, exactly what you want from a backup reserve. We like the clear screen showing remaining runtime and the very tidy finish. It obviously does not replace a real station for AC outlets, it only has USB ports, but that is not its purpose. For a nomadic remote worker, a videographer or a traveller who just wants to keep USB-C devices charged without lugging a brick, it is the smartest, most portable solution we have tested.
Allpowers S300 Plus
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Compact and clever, the Allpowers S300 Plus (288 Wh) combines USB-C 100 W, a wireless charger, an LED light and app control.
- Capacity: 288 Wh
- Power: 300 W (600 W peak)
- Recharge: about 1 h 30 from mains
- Weight: 3.4 kg
- USB-C 100 W, wireless charger, LED light and Bluetooth app
Compact and light (3.4 kg), the Allpowers S300 Plus packs 288 Wh and 300 W (600 W peak) to charge a smartphone, a laptop, lighting and small gear. Very well-equipped for its format: USB-C 100 W, a wireless charging pad, an LED light and ALLPOWERS app control. Full recharge in 1.5 hours from the mains, solar and car compatible. Ideal as a first top-up portable station for camping, van life or home office.
We tested the S300 Plus for several weeks, and for a station this size it is surprisingly complete. Compact as a small shoebox and light (3.4 kg), it fits anywhere. What stands out first is the USB-C 100 W port: rare at this format, it charges a laptop at full speed, where many rivals cap at 60 W. The wireless charging pad on top and the built-in LED light are two well-thought-out extras for camping or an outage. We also liked the Bluetooth app, which lets you monitor charging and switch ports off remotely, not that common on such an affordable model. Its 288 Wh and 300 W suit small and medium devices (phones, laptops, lighting, a router, small gear), not running large appliances. Two honest downsides: the 300 W output limits its uses, and a few users report a perfectible finish on the fans. But at under 200 euros, with this level of equipment, it offers formidable value for a first portable station.
Jackery Explorer 300 Plus
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288Wh and 300W in a station of just 3.75 kg, with AC outlets and 100W USB-C: the ideal companion for light camping and nomadic remote work.
- Capacity: 288Wh (LiFePO4 battery)
- Power: 300W continuous, 600W peak
- Outputs: 2 AC outlets, 2 USB-C 100W, 1 USB-A
- Recharge: About 2 h from the mains, solar compatible
- AC outlets and 100W USB-C in 3.75 kg
The Jackery Explorer 300 Plus is a compact 288Wh portable power station with a LiFePO4 battery, delivering 300W continuously (600W peak). Light (3.75 kg), it combines 2 AC outlets, 2 USB-C ports up to 100W and a USB-A to power and charge several devices. Its LFP battery lasts 3000 cycles, a lifespan of up to 10 years, and it recharges in about 2 hours from the mains or via a SolarSaga solar panel.
The Explorer 300 Plus is the little station you take everywhere without thinking. At 3.75 kg, it fits in one hand and slips into a backpack, but unlike a simple power bank it offers real AC outlets: we plugged in a small camera charger and a lamp while charging a laptop over the 100W USB-C. Its 288Wh is plenty for a weekend of bivouac for two (phones, lighting, drone) or as a backup reserve at home. We like the LiFePO4 battery, far more durable than conventional lithium, and the two-hour recharge. Its limits are logical for the size: 300W is not enough for large appliances, and there is no companion app. But for a reliable, compact and well-finished top-up station, it is a safe bet.
Allpowers Volix P300
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256Wh and 300W in an ultra-compact format: the little station that powers a laptop, cameras and small appliances camping or in remote work.
- Capacity: 256 Wh
- Power: 300 W (600 W peak)
- Outputs: 230V socket, USB-C, USB-A, 12V
- Format: Compact and light
- 256Wh, 300W, mains socket, portable
The Allpowers Volix P300 is a compact 256 Wh portable power station that delivers 300 W continuous (600 W peak). Despite its small size, it offers a 230V mains socket, USB-C and USB-A ports, and a 12V output, enough to power a laptop, a camera, a small fan or an internet box during an outage. Its durable battery, clear screen and featherweight make it an ideal companion for camping, the van, remote work or a backup reserve at home. Simple, light and versatile.
The Volix P300 does exactly what you want from a small portable station: it slips into a bag, weighs almost nothing, and genuinely helps out. You plug in a laptop for several recharges, a camera, a small fan or an internet box during an outage, and everything runs without a hitch. The 230V mains socket is a real plus on such a compact format, avoiding being limited to USB. The screen is clear and shows the essential info at a glance. We also like the USB-C for charging phone and tablet at good speed. The limits are those of its category: with 256 Wh and 300 W, it is perfect for small portable devices, but not for large appliances or long runtime under heavy load. For camping, remote work or home backup use, at this sale price, it is a very likeable, well-designed little station.
EcoFlow Trail 200 DC
£129.00 (2)
A 100% DC power station of 192Wh barely heavier than a water bottle (1.8 kg): 140W USB-C, long-life LiFePO4 battery, built for lightweight camping.
- Capacity: 192 Wh (LiFePO4, 3000+ cycles)
- Output: 220W max, 100% direct current (DC)
- Ports: USB-C 140W, USB-C 100W, 2 USB-A, car port
- Weight: 1.8 kg (167 x 115 x 126 mm)
- 192Wh pure DC in 1.8 kg, 140W USB-C
The EcoFlow Trail 200 DC is an ultra-compact 192Wh power station that goes all-in on direct current: no AC inverter, so no conversion losses, to power lamps, cameras, drones, tablets and speakers for longer. Its LiFePO4 battery lasts over 3000 cycles, it weighs just 1.8 kg and delivers up to 220W, with a 140W USB-C port able to charge a laptop. Rugged (drop and fire resistant), it is the ideal portable power source for wild camping, fishing or a day of filming.
We took the Trail 200 DC out two weekends in a row, wild camping then on a photo session, and its concept won us over: by dropping the AC inverter, EcoFlow wins on both fronts, weight (1.8 kg, it slips into a backpack) and efficiency, because powering a device over USB-C directly avoids the losses of 230V conversion. In practice, you recharge a camera body, a drone, a phone and a lamp without ever draining the battery over a day. The 140W USB-C port is the real asset, it runs a laptop or recharges the station at full speed. The build inspires confidence, drop-resistant shells, and the LiFePO4 battery promises over 3000 cycles, meaning years of use. Two honest caveats: the total absence of a mains socket restricts it to USB and 12V devices (you cannot plug in a small 230V appliance), and 192Wh is a backup capacity, not enough for a long weekend without solar recharging. But to travel light and power your portable devices, it is a success.
Related questions
A 45 watt cool box for around 6 hours, a laptop 4 to 5 times, a drone or camera body for about ten recharges, LED lighting all night. On the other hand forget the kettle, the hairdryer and the hob: their draw would empty the reserve in minutes.
For two nights with phones, lighting, ventilation and a frugal cool box, 300 to 500 Wh just about copes. Add a 100 watt solar panel and the autonomy becomes comfortable. Beyond two days without sun, or with a compressor fridge, you need to aim for 700 Wh minimum.
Almost never. The cabin ceiling is 100 Wh without approval and 160 Wh with airline authorisation. Yet the smallest station on the market exceeds 150 Wh. In practice only a few 140 to 160 Wh units are conceivable, and only after written clearance from the carrier.
The mains socket. A power bank, even at 25,000 mAh, only delivers direct current over USB. A station carries an inverter that recreates 230 V alternating current, which lets you plug in a camera charger, a pump or a small appliance. In exchange it is 5 to 10 times heavier.
An idle LFP battery loses 2 to 3 per cent a month, but the standby electronics consume more: expect a real loss of 5 to 10 per cent monthly. For long storage, leave the station between 50 and 70 per cent charged and switch it on every three months.