There are numerous more or less useful applications for power stations. All in all, the purchase is worthwhile, but since the devices are primarily intended to solve luxury problems or serve for rare emergencies, you don’t want to spend more than is actually necessary. When in doubt, you could often do without electricity or simply use an extension cable instead of working wirelessly.
In the following we show the power stations with the best price-performance ratio from our point of view. When making the selection, we pay attention to the price, performance and capacity and incorporate our previous practical experience from the individual tests. Since both dealers and manufacturers regularly offer noticeable discounts, we will update this guide regularly.
branded devices
Three inexpensive branded devices for less than 300 euros currently offer the best price entry point. With less than 300 Wh, these have a manageable capacity, but in some cases surprisingly good output power. In addition to simple USB consumers, this can also be used to supply beamers, computers, televisions, photo equipment, tools, cool boxes or powerful lamps.
It starts with the Anker Powerhouse 521 (test report), which is also in our current reader test very well received. Equipped with a 230 V socket, the power station with long-lasting LiFePO4 batteries delivers up to 200 watts at the 230 V socket and up to 60 watts via USB-C. The Powerhouse 521 is currently available from 268 euros. The nominal capacity is 256 Wh. It can be charged using a 12 V car plug, solar panel, power supply unit or USB-C.
Let’s continue with the Bluetti EB3A with a capacity of 268 Wh. In the price comparison, it is currently available for 262 euros. In addition to the 230 V socket with an output of up to 600 watts, there are 12 volt outputs with up to 10 A, a 15 W wireless charger and a total of three USB outputs with up to 100 W per PD . Thanks to LiFePO4 batteries, the inexpensive power station keeps up to 80 percent of the nominal capacity even after 2500 charging cycles. With the supplied power pack, the power storage is charged in just under two hours. Unfortunately, we haven’t tested the device yet, but our experience with the other Bluetti models was convincing.
There is currently another model in the same price and performance class that stands out due to its excellent price-performance ratio. Despite the highest price, this would be our first choice among branded devices: the compact one Ecoflow River 2, whose larger counterpart, the Ecoflow River 2 Max (test report), we have already been able to test. In addition to long-lasting LiFePO4 batteries, the River 2 offers up to 600 watts per Schuko socket, 12 V with up to 10 A and up to 100 watts via USB-C. So far, apart from the wireless charging pad, it is comparable to the Bluetti model. However, the charging capacity of the internal power pack is significantly higher with the River 2. The 256 Wh are fully charged in just one hour. The current price for the successful overall package is currently 273 euros.
The already available for just under 240 euros Jackery Explorer 240 cannot quite keep up with the first models with its maximum of 400 W and significantly fewer charging cycles. While the Explorer 240 offers a similar capacity at 240 Wh, it has a lower power output and can’t keep up with the number of ports either. When it comes to charging, you have to be satisfied with at least five and a half to seven hours.
Value for money
If the manufacturer is less important than maximum performance data at the lowest possible price, then offers from Chinese shops are the main options. These are usually not listed in the price comparison. At the time of research, we found what we were looking for at Banggood and Geekmaxi.
Let’s start with the solar generator Topshark TS-PS1000 for currently 523 euros. It has a capacity of a decent 1100 Wh and has an output of 1000 watts. Up to 60 watts of power output are possible via USB-C. The 12 V outputs supply consumers with up to 10 A. Our assessment: a fair price for a mid-range model suitable for everyday use.
Also the larger version Topshark TS-PS1500 for currently 831 euros, is a worthwhile offer. Although the costs are higher, both more performance and a higher capacity are available here. The capacity here is a whopping 1408 Wh and the maximum continuous load of the 230 V sockets is 1500 watts. 100 watts are available for notebooks and the like via USB-C. A special feature is the integrated 12 V starting aid for cars.
Now we come to the most expensive power station in this overview: the one that just arrived in the editorial office Fossibot F2400. With a price of 1299 euros, this is definitely not a budget model, but with its impressive performance and equipment features, it is still a good deal for us. In direct comparison to the similarly expensive branded devices Ecoflow Delta 2 (test report), Anker 757 (test report) or Jackery Explorer 1000 Pro (test report), even more performance and a significantly higher capacity are available here. The long-life LiFePO4 batteries of the F2400 have a capacity of 2048 Wh. The maximum continuous output of the 230 V cans is a mighty 2400 watts. In addition, up to 100 watts are available via USB-C and up to 25 A via 12 V. But that’s not all, the other equipment is also impressive. For example, you can use a switch to reduce the charging power. This is ideal if you want to save the batteries or charge on a weak line. The UPS function promised by the manufacturer, the noticeably low volume in the first tests and the quick charge function are really ingenious. At full power, the XL power station is fully charged in just 90 minutes. For 1299 euros is the Fossibot F2400 a great deal!
If you want to charge your power station via solar anyway, you should also consider the following Sets with power station and additional photovoltaic panel view:
The Flashfish P63 with the panel TSP18V is available for 645 euros. The foldable TSP18V solar module has an output of up to 100 watts (18 V/ 5.56 A) and, in addition to power stations, can also supply USB consumers with up to 65 watts. The P63 solar generator has a capacity of 520 Wh and delivers up to 500 watts. 18 watts are possible via USB-C and up to 10 A via 12 V output.
If you want to equip your power station with a solar panel afterwards, you will also find good offers. For camping and caravanning, this is something that is ideal flexible 120 watt panel with 18 V and MC4 connector at. The 54 x 50 cm small panel costs just under 53 euros as a flash deal. The solar module is not foldable, but due to its flexible design and compact dimensions, it is still well suited for trips by car or camper van.
Conclusion
If you want to buy a mobile solar generator, you should think carefully about which tasks the device should master before you buy it. Even the best price is still too high if there is not enough performance or capacity available for the intended tasks.
And even strong power stations and branded devices do not have to be expensive. Anyone who wants to save should regularly check the offers on about Banggood or geek maxi keep an eye. If you are interested in a branded device, you should also get one Price alarm clock on our price comparison page set.
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