Complete specs for portable power stations and solar generators from EcoFlow, Jackery, Bluetti, Anker, and Goal Zero. Battery capacity, inverter output, solar input, cycle life, and error codes — all cross-referenced against manufacturer data sheets.
LiFePO4 and NMC battery power stations. Scroll horizontally on mobile.
| Model | Capacity (Wh) | Chemistry | Output (W) | Surge (W) | Solar Input (W) | Charge Time | Cycles | Weight | UPS | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 | 4,096 | LiFePO4 | 4,000 | 7,000 | 1,600 (MPPT) | ~1.2 hrs | 4,000 | 59.5 lbs | Yes (0ms) | $2,399 |
| Bluetti Apex 300 | 2,765 (exp to 58kWh) | LiFePO4 | 3,840 | 7,680 | 3,000 (MPPT) | ~1.5 hrs | 6,000 | 55 lbs | Yes (0ms) | $1,999 |
| Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus | 2,042 | LiFePO4 | 3,000 | 6,000 | 1,200 (MPPT) | ~2 hrs | 4,000 | 50.7 lbs | Limited | $899 (sale) |
| Jackery Explorer 1000 V2 | 1,070 | LiFePO4 | 1,500 | 3,000 | 500 (MPPT) | ~1.7 hrs | 4,000 | 23.8 lbs | No | $429–$499 |
| EcoFlow Delta 3 | 1,024 | LiFePO4 | 1,800 | 2,700 | 500 (MPPT) | 56 min | 3,500 | 23.6 lbs | Yes | $490–$599 |
| Anker Solix C1000 | 1,056 | LiFePO4 | 1,800 | 2,400 | 400 (MPPT) | 58 min | 3,000 | 26.9 lbs | Yes | $430–$499 |
| Bluetti Elite 200 V2 | 1,843 | LiFePO4 | 2,400 | 4,800 | 600 (MPPT) | ~2 hrs | 6,000 | 42 lbs | Yes | $1,099 |
| Bluetti AC200Max | 2,048 (expandable) | LiFePO4 | 2,200 | 4,800 | 900 (MPPT) | ~2.5 hrs | 3,500 | 61.7 lbs | Yes | $1,799 |
| EcoFlow River 2 Pro | 768 | LiFePO4 | 800 | 1,600 | 220 (MPPT) | 70 min | 3,000 | 17.2 lbs | No | $299–$399 |
| Goal Zero Yeti 1500X | 1,516 | NMC | 2,000 | 3,500 | 600 (MPPT) | ~2.5 hrs | 500 | 36.5 lbs | Partial | $1,999 |
Five technical specs that actually matter — not marketing language.
Total energy stored. Calculate daily Wh usage: device watts × hours used. Oversize by 30% for inverter losses. A fridge needs ~1,200 Wh/day.
Maximum continuous power. Check surge rating too — motors draw 2–3x rated watts on startup. Never run above 80% continuous load long-term.
How fast you recharge from solar. MPPT is mandatory — cheap PWM waste 30-40%. Match panel wattage to MPPT rating, not marketing numbers.
Charge-discharge cycles before 80% capacity. LiFePO4 = 3,000–6,000+ cycles. NMC = 500–1,000. Biggest predictor of total cost of ownership.
Critical for home backup. 0ms protects sensitive electronics. 10–30ms is fine for appliances but may reboot computers.
A 2,000 Wh station at 50+ lbs is not truly portable. For frequent moving, look at 700–1,200 Wh class (20–28 lbs). Wheels help but are no substitute.
Step-by-step diagnostics for the most frequent problems.
Battery reset, firmware recovery, inverter fault diagnosis, and when to contact warranty.
Charging port issues, MPPT controller faults, cable resistance checks, and adapter replacement.
Battery Management System fault codes: cell imbalance, over-voltage, over-temperature, and communication errors.
Fan failure, vent obstruction, thermal paste degradation, and high-temperature derating.
Panel voltage mismatch, reverse polarity, broken MC4 connectors, and MPPT tracker failure.
Mid-range 700–1,100Wh models field-tested for camping, emergency backup, and off-grid projects.
The most common questions about portable power stations.
Modern LiFePO4 (LFP) power stations last 3,000–6,000 full cycles before dropping to 80% capacity. At one full cycle per week, that's 10+ years. NMC chemistry lasts 500–1,000 cycles (2–5 years). The BMS and inverter electronics typically outlast the battery cells.
A standard fridge uses ~100–200W when running but cycles on/off, totaling ~1,000–1,500 Wh/day. You need at least 1,500 Wh for 24 hours, but 2,000+ Wh is safer (account for inverter losses and temperature). The inverter surge rating must handle compressor startup (3–5x rated watts).
LiFePO4 is better for almost every power station use case: 3–6x longer cycle life, better thermal stability (safer), lower cost per cycle, and wider operating temperature range. NMC has slightly higher energy density, but the difference is marginal in sizes most people buy. In 2026, nearly all new stations are LFP.
Most modern LFP stations with UPS mode are designed for continuous plug-in. The BMS maintains float charge (90–100%) and the station passes through AC. For long-term storage (3+ months), store at 50–60% charge in a cool (50–68°F) location. Never store fully depleted — that permanently damages LFP cells.
Match panel wattage to your station's MPPT solar input rating. Real-world output is ~70% of panel rating in good sun (angle, temperature, inverter losses). A 500W MPPT with a 500W array gets ~350W real charging, so a 1,000 Wh station takes ~3 hours of good sun to fully charge.
Detailed model deep-dives, error code reference, troubleshooting guides, and off-grid system sizing.