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The EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus is the best portable power station for most people. It pairs 1,024 Wh with a 56-minute wall recharge, under 10 ms switchover, a 5-year warranty and expansion to 5 kWh. For more output at the same size, pick the Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2. For longer outages, step up to the Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 or the Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus.
| Spec | EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus | Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 | Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus | Bluetti Elite 30 V2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity (Wh) | 1024 | 1024 | 2048 | 5040 | 288 |
| AC output, continuous (W) | 1800 | 2000 | 2400 | 7200 | 600 |
| AC charge time | 56 min | 49 min (UltraFast) | Not stated | 1.7 hr (fastest mode, per Jackery) | About 70 min |
| Max solar input (W) | 1000 | 600 | 800 | 4000 | 200 |
| Weight (lb) | 27.6 | 24.9 | 41.5 | 134.5 | 9.5 |
| Warranty (years) | 5 | 5 | 3 + 2 with registration | 5 + 2 optional | 5 |
| Price | Check price | Check price | Check price | Check price | Check price |
Which size do you need?
From a weekend unit to home backup
Capacity (Wh) sets how long a station runs; output (W) sets what it can run. If the units are new, read watts vs watt-hours first.
| Station | Capacity | Fridge (67 W) | CPAP, no humidifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetti Elite 30 V2 | 288 Wh | About 3 hours | About 3 nights |
| EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus | 1,024 Wh | About 11.5 hours | About 10 nights |
| Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 | 1,024 Wh | About 11.5 hours | About 10 nights |
| Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 | 2,048 Wh | About 23 hours | About 21 nights |
| Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus | 5,040 Wh | About 57 hours | About 53 nights |
The fridge is on AC at 85% efficiency plus 10 W idle draw. The CPAP is an 11 W ResMed AirSense 10 on DC at 92% efficiency, with 8-hour nights. Try your own devices in the runtime calculator.
How we chose
Scored from published specs
We picked from the stations we've reviewed in full. We weighted capacity, output, charging speed, solar input, switchover time, expansion, battery life, weight and warranty. Each station has an OffGrid Current rating out of 10, computed from its specs. The weights are on how we test. We haven't tested these units hands-on, and we don't rank by price.
Best overall: EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus
The all-rounder for backup and trips
Best overall
EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus
The Delta 3 Plus does everything well. It covers a fridge overnight, keeps a router and computer up through an outage, and refills fast from the wall or solar.
Pros
- Recharges from the wall in about 56 minutes
- Under 10 ms switchover
- Up to 1,000 W solar input
- Expands to 5 kWh, 5-year warranty
Cons
- 1,800 W continuous, less than the C1000 Gen 2
- 27.6 lb
Most power for its size: Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
2,000 W in a light 1 kWh unit
Most power for its size
Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
The C1000 Gen 2 matches the Delta 3 Plus on capacity and beats it on output and weight. It can't add batteries, so it suits short outages and trips.
Pros
- 2,000 W continuous, 3,000 W surge
- 24.9 lb
- About 49 minutes to recharge from the wall
- 10 ms switchover
Cons
- Not expandable
- 600 W solar input
Best for home backup: Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2
About a day of essentials
Best for home backup
Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2
Double the capacity of a 1 kWh station keeps a fridge and router going for about a day. See the best portable power stations for home backup for more.
Pros
- 2,048 Wh
- 2,400 W continuous, 4,800 W surge
- 10 ms switchover
- Expands to about 12 kWh
Cons
- 41.5 lb
- Warranty is 3 years, plus 2 with registration
Best for whole-home circuits: Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus
7,200 W at 120/240 V for home circuits
Best for whole-home circuits
Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus
The 5000 Plus runs household circuits, including 240 V ones, through an electrician-installed transfer switch, and switches over in 0 ms. See the best whole-home battery backup (portable) for more.
Pros
- 5,040 Wh, 7,200 W at 120/240 V
- 0 ms switchover
- Up to 4,000 W high-voltage solar
- 5-year warranty, plus 2 optional
Cons
- About 134.5 lb
- 1,800 W charging on a standard outlet
Best small station: Bluetti Elite 30 V2
600 W and a LiFePO4 battery in 9.5 lb
Best small station
Bluetti Elite 30 V2
The Elite 30 V2 is the small station to grab for trips and short outages, and the highest-rated one we've reviewed (7.8/10). It runs devices and small appliances, refills in about 70 minutes and keeps a router on when the power drops. See the best small portable power stations.
Pros
- 600 W output, 140 W USB-C
- Full recharge in about 70 minutes
- Switchover of 10 ms or less
- LiFePO4, 5-year warranty
- 9.5 lb
Cons
- Can't take extra batteries
- 288 Wh covers devices, not a fridge
Picks by use: home, CPAP, camping vs RV
Dedicated guides for each use
| Use | Our pick | Full guide |
|---|---|---|
| Home backup | Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 | Home backup |
| CPAP | EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus | CPAP |
| Camping | EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus | Camping |
| Small and light | Bluetti Elite 30 V2 | Small |
| Whole-home circuits | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus | Whole-home |
| RV and travel trailers | Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus | RV |
What to look for
The specs that separate good stations from great ones
- Output and surge: continuous watts must cover what you run; surge covers motor startups.
- Switchover time: 10 ms or less keeps computers on in an outage. See using a power station as a UPS.
- Battery: LiFePO4 lasts thousands of cycles. See LiFePO4 vs lithium-ion and how long power stations last.
- Solar input: decides how fast you refill off-grid. See solar panel sizing.
- Expansion and warranty: extra batteries stretch one station; 5 years is the best warranty here.
Power stations are safe indoors because they make no fumes. See are power stations safe indoors and power station vs generator.
Also considered
Good stations that missed a top spot
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EcoFlow River 3 Plus: 286 Wh and 600 W in 10.4 lb, and it expands to 858 Wh, but it rates 7.1 against the Elite 30 V2's 7.8.
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EcoFlow Delta 3 (8.4): the Delta 3 Plus platform with 500 W solar input.
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Bluetti Elite 200 V2: 2,600 W, but not expandable.
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Bluetti AC180: 1,152 Wh, but a 20 ms switchover.
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Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max: 240 V at 4,000 W, but a 1-year warranty.
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Jackery Explorer 1000 v2: the lightest 1 kWh station we've reviewed, at 23.8 lb.
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Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus: 1,264 Wh, but 32 lb.
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Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus: 6,000 W at 120/240 V, expandable to 53.8 kWh, with a TT-30 RV outlet.
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Jackery Explorer 300: 7.1 lb, the lightest with AC outlets, but an older NMC battery.
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Anker SOLIX S2000: 2,010 Wh in 35.7 lb, but 1,500 W and not expandable.
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EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3: 4,096 Wh and 4,000 W at 120/240 V, but 113.5 lb.
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Anker SOLIX S5000: 5,024 Wh and 4,500 W at 120/240 V, expandable to about 30 kWh.
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Bluetti Apex 300: 3,840 W at 120/240 V from 2,764.8 Wh, with expansion batteries.
Want the most for the size you need? See the best value portable power stations.
Comparing brands? See EcoFlow vs Jackery, EcoFlow vs Bluetti, Jackery vs Bluetti and Anker SOLIX vs EcoFlow.
FAQ
What is the best portable power station brand?
Among the stations we've reviewed, EcoFlow and Anker SOLIX rate highest, with 5-year warranties and LiFePO4 batteries. Jackery has the widest range of home-backup sizes.
What size portable power station do I need?
About 300 Wh for phones and lights, about 1 kWh for a fridge overnight or a week of CPAP use, and 2 kWh or more for full-day outages.
Can a portable power station run a refrigerator?
Yes. A 1,024 Wh station runs a 67 W average fridge for about 11.5 hours. See how long a power station runs a refrigerator.
Is a power station better than a generator?
It's quieter, makes no fumes and can run indoors, but it holds far less energy than a tank of fuel. See power station vs generator.
How long do portable power stations last?
LiFePO4 stations are rated for thousands of cycles; the Delta 3 Plus is rated for 4,000 cycles to 80%.
