My Favorite Anker Solix Power Station is Under $800

Anker Solix just cut prices on one of my favorite portable power stations-the C2000 Gen 2. The company has it on sale for under $800, which is one of the lowest prices we’ve seen since it debuted last fall. With spring storms just around the corner, it’s a good time to add back-up power to your home or prep for RV season. I’ve been putting this power station through its paces for the past few months, and it has quickly become a go-to source for back-up power and RV trips.

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Impressive Power to Weight Ratio

The  C2000 Gen 2 is one of a new crop of portable power stations that use LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate) technology to be lighter and more compact. At just 41 lbs., it is a featherweight compared to its predecessor, the Anker Solix F2000, which weighed a whopping 67 lbs. The C2000 is small enough and light enough that I can carry it to the second floor of my home without straining my back. Its rugged design and light weight also make it an ideal source of off-shore power for my RV during camping trips. 

Despite its compact size and light weight it still packs a punch:

• Max Output: 2,400W (4,000W Peak)
• Capacity: 2,048Wh (enough to run a standard fridge for a day or more)

Best In Class Recharge Time

While the weight is great, what’s most impressive about the C2000 is how quickly it recharges. Most 2,000Wh units take upwards of two hours to recharge to 100% with fast models usually taking about 80 minutes.The C2000 Gen 2 is the only. If you’re using solar panels, you can hook up 1,000W of panels to recharge it with just a few hours of peak sunlight.

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Smart Output Layout

Anker Solix goes with a simple layout of outlets:

• Five 120 volt (three prong)
• One 30A plug (perfect for connecting directly to my RV’s electrical system.)
• Three 140-watt USB-C ports for charging laptops and smartphones
• A single USB-A port, and a 12V car accessory port.

 A connection for an expansion battery and a solar input are on the side. 

The high-res digital display is also a nice aesthetic upgrade, plus Anker Solix continues to have one of most robust apps for monitoring and controlling the C2000 from a smartphone. 

The Bottom Line 

The C2000 is a great deal at its current sub $800 price point. It’s one of the most compact and lightweight portable power stations in its class, and it blows away the competition when it comes to recharge time. Add to that the fact that Anker Solix is one of the most well established portable power station brands, and it’s a great all around deal.