Anker Solar Generator SOLIX C300 with 60W Solar Panel 288Wh Portable Power Station 300W 600W Surge LiFePO4 Battery

Use it to power my Starlink, TV, Fan, Charge my devices, use my laptop and its so portable I put it in my car and strap on a seatbelt and carry it to my Dads to charge his devices after the Hurricane. The 60Watt panel works great as well even got over 60 a couple of times. Great little power Station very durable and well built. Charges very fast with the plug and charges from 0-100% in about 4 hours via solar. Read more

This is a nice, neat, compact power supply. I appreciate that it has three 120 volt outputs and a standard fitting to charge it from a 120 volt outlet - the same as on a desktop computer. It also has multiple USB ports. I tested it twice. I used it to supply my laptop. After two hours of use, the power station fell from 100 percent charge to 64 percent, indicating that it would be able to power the laptop for about 5 hours. I also used it to supply my home network equipment. After two hours the power station fell from 100 percent to 80 percent, showing that it would power the network for about 10 hours, It recharges quickly. It has a built-in handle and is easy to carry that way. I am very pleased with this purchase. Read more

this little thing super convenient. i got this because i work and go to school remotely and like to travel often with my spouse. i ordered it on sale with the 60 watt solar panels, which have an IP68 waterproof/resistant rating. i would say it's a good deal on sale, but I wouldn't do full price for the panel set, as for the extra hundred there are 100 watt panels that will work with it at that value. i also didn't realize until I got this solar power bank that grid power is "dirty" and has imperfect sine waves, but you get pure sine waves with a solar battery/inverter. so, it's supposed to be better for device batteries. I really like the design of the battery, first of all. it's very stylish, which is just something i like for my electronics. Anker seems to have good quality control so i was expecting it to feel nice and it does. i was a bit disappointed that for the price, it doesn't come with the strap by default. i really think it should (i got a third-party case that came with one, though). this little power bank has 288 watt hours of juice, it's rated at 300 watts and a 600 watt surge. for example, that means with the battery at 100%, a device that draws ~200 watts could run for about ~1.7 hours. 300 watts is pretty good for small electronics up to things such as a laptop. it has lifpo4 batteries in it that are supposed to last longer than older kinds of solar batteries and allegedly arent flammable and such. it can run my laptop which is rated up to 240 watts. typically, my laptop draws 20-80 watts in normal use, such as in a word processor or internet browsing/video streaming, so it can run for a few hours this way (~5 on a full charge). intensive gaming on the other hand wouldn't last long on battery alone, but it does have passthrough charging (charge battery while charging devices connected to battery). you should probably use a watt hour calculator to see if its a good match for your intended use and devices. i have tested the laptop while charging the battery with solar getting about 50 watts input, with normal use again drawing about 20-80 watts, and it did keep it charged. the battery did start to lose charge slowly because my laptop can go above 50 watts during normal use, like i said. with plugging into a wall and grid power, im sure this wouldn't be a problem as it can get more than 80 watts from an outlet or USB C charging. a lower wattage laptop that draws 20-50 watts in normal use would work better for use while just solar charging with the panel it came with. a 100 watt panel would also work for a high wattage laptop to use while solar charging. the battery itself is very quiet, even when you're close to it. i really like the built in light, as the smaller model has a lantern style light and i liked that feature but that model has less power and function. back to the panels, they fold out and up nicely, they're not very heavy and super easy to tote around. easy to wipe off too. the cord can wind up a bit and be tucked under the elastic straps. i have encountered a bit of rain on the panels before quickly packing up and bringing it in, and it was absolutely fine. it is cold during my review, so the capacity/loss is probably more impactful than average, but it hasn't been a noticeable issue. I use it to routinely charge my phone and smart watch overnight, which uses a bit more than it needs (maybe 10% of the battery) because it gets left on and keeps them at 100% until morning obviously. a great feature to add to the app would be auto shut off with times you can set. the app itself does work, although sometimes it doesnt stay connected because im usually behind several walls when im charging it outside on solar. it does show the internal temperature of the battery while charging or using it, the watt input and output, and so forth. i wish it had a history section where you could review the use/charge/discharge on a timeline, like over 24 hours or something. it does get a charge with cloudy weather but this depends on where you live and how much solar activity there is. one photo is an example of it charging slowly while overcast, it was getting around 5-15 watts. as a side note, i also wish Anker made a first party case for it, but the one i got works well. in the future i want to try it with a 100 watt panel to see how it goes. i think its probably very useful for people who go camping or that travel often, or if you like to work outside like on a patio or balcony etc, or to just keep their device batteries charged with cleaner sine waves. Read more

I recently picked up the Anker Solix C300, and I have to say, I’m pretty impressed! Let me tell you why this little guy is quickly becoming a must-have for me: Worth Every Penny: For what it offers, I think the Solix C300 is totally worth the price. Anker is known for making quality stuff, and this power station lives up to that reputation. It’s reliable, easy to use, and just plain convenient. Small But Mighty: The Solix C300 might be the smaller sibling of the C1000, but don’t underestimate it. This thing is way more powerful than Anker’s 250W power bank, giving you a significant boost in capacity and versatility. This little buddy power’s small appliances with ease. What really sets it apart are the dual 140W USB-C ports, which are a game-changer for charging speed and convenience, it’s like having a mini power station without the bulk. Quick to Recharge: One of the things I really appreciate is how fast it charges. Whether I’m plugging it into the wall or using USB-C, it juices up quicker than I expected. I got it fully recharged in just about an hour(with wall charger), which is great when you’re on the go. Easy to Use: The display is clear and gives you all the info you need, like how much battery is left and what’s being powered. The built-in LED light, has come in handy more than once, especially when the sun goes down. Final Thoughts: If you’re looking for a portable power station that’s powerful yet easy to take with you, the Anker Solix C300 is a fantastic choice. I hope this review helps you see if this little buddy is for you. Read more