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What is the best portable power station for backup?

Anker Solix F1200 (1,229Wh): This unit was previously known as the PowerHouse 757 from Anker, and was also CNET's previous pick for "best portable power station for backup." Its UPS mode was one of the earlier units to boast "less than 20ms" switchover time in the event of a power outage. It's also currently $500 off on Anker's site.

What is the difference between a portable power station and a power bank?

Four main things separate portable power stations and power banks: Capacity: While power banks are perfect for topping up a smartphone or tablet, a power station can charge up devices multiple times because of the vastly bigger battery capacity.

What makes a power station a 'portable' battery?

Portability: The term “portable” is stretching it sometimes. Batteries are heavy. The larger-capacity power stations are typically on wheels and have telescopic handles, and they are still tough to cart around. If you’re looking for something you can actually carry on foot for a distance, you may need to temper your expectations on capacity.

Which RV/camper backup system should I buy?

If you want a large system for your RV/camper, which also doubles for home backup, the Ecoflow Delta Pro is a good option since it’s the smallest and lightest of the big dogs. When it comes to going big, however, we more often suggest leaning into it and snagging the Goal Zero Yeti Pro 4000 or Anker Solix F3800.