Typical price
$179-299
Key spec
288Wh LiFePO4; 300W AC (600W surge); 3 AC + 2x 140W USB-C + 120W car; 8 ports; 0-80% in 50 min
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Anker SOLIX C300 Portable Power Station
288Wh LiFePO4 compact power station with 300W AC output.
Quick verdict
Best-value compact: 288Wh and a genuine 300W AC output in a grab-and-go size, with fast 140W two-way USB-C and 8 ports. Undercuts Jackery's 300 on price with strong reviews.
Who it's for
Commuters, students, and day-trippers who want light, affordable backup for phones, laptops, and a CPAP.
Key features
- 288Wh LiFePO4
- 300W AC (600W surge)
- 3 AC + 2x 140W USB-C + 120W car
- 8 ports
- 0-80% in 50 min
What to know before you buy
- Two versions exist. Get this AC model for wall-outlet devices; the cheaper C300 DC model is USB-only. Some listings sell the wall charger separately.
How we picked this
Chosen from manufacturer specs and public research — no paid placement, and no hands-on testing we didn’t do, so there are no invented reviews or numbers here. Specs and prices vary by model and change over time, so confirm your exact one on the Amazon listing.
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