BLUETTI Handsfree 1
#8 in SmallFull review
For hikers, photographers and travelers who want to carry laptop and camera power on their back.
Amazon $209 BLUETTI $209$209
The BLUETTI Handsfree 1 is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.7 to 3.3. The BLUETTI Handsfree 1 leads on value, features and solar input. The Anker 521 PowerHouse wins on portability. The BLUETTI Handsfree 1 costs $50.99 less ($209 vs $259.99).
Anker 521 PowerHouse
#21 in SmallFull review
For campers and travelers who want a small, long-lived LiFePO4 battery for phones, laptops, lights and CPAP. Larger or faster-charging stations give more for the money if you need to run appliances.
Amazon $259.99 Anker SOLIX $259.99$259.99
Prices were last checked October 20, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the BLUETTI Handsfree 1 for value ($0.78 per rated Wh vs $1.02 per rated Wh), features (UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app vs no UPS, expansion or app) and solar input (200 W max solar input vs 65 W max solar input).
- Choose the Anker 521 PowerHouse for portability (69 Wh per kg (8.2 lb (3.7 kg)) vs 54 Wh per kg (11 lb (5 kg))).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every small portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | BLUETTI Handsfree 1 | Anker 521 PowerHouse |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 25% | 72 $0.78 per rated Wh | 51 $1.02 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 41 300 W continuous AC | 41 300 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 79 0-100% on AC in 1 h 30 min | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 16 54 Wh per kg (11 lb (5 kg)) | 44 69 Wh per kg (8.2 lb (3.7 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 70 200 W max solar input | 12 65 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 0 no UPS, expansion or app |
Specifications
| BLUETTI Handsfree 1 | Anker 521 PowerHouse | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 268.8 Wh | 256 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 3,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 300 W | 300 W (600 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 450 W | - |
| AC outlets | 1 total | 2 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 1 | - |
| 120V 2-prong outlets (NEMA 1-15R) | - | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 1 (60 W) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | - | Yes |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | - |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 300 W | 125 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 30 min (0-80% in 45 min in Turbo mode) | - |
| Max solar input | 200 W | 65 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-28V, 8.2A | 11-28V, 5.5A |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 11 lb (5 kg) | 8.2 lb (3.7 kg) |
| Dimensions | 11.3 x 3.7 x 11 in | 8.5 x 8.3 x 5.7 in |
| App | Bluetooth | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |