VTOMAN Jump 600X
#11 in SmallFull review
A compact LiFePO4 station for camping, tailgates and keeping a router online. It runs small appliances that most units this size cannot.
Amazon $319.99 VTOMAN $239.99$239.99
The VTOMAN Jump 600X is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.6 to 3.3. The VTOMAN Jump 600X leads on AC output, features and value. The Anker 521 PowerHouse wins on battery life and portability. The VTOMAN Jump 600X costs $20 less ($239.99 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 VTOMAN Jump 600X for AC output (600 W continuous AC vs 300 W continuous AC), features (UPS, 100 W USB-C vs no UPS, expansion or app) and value ($0.89 per rated Wh vs $1.02 per rated Wh).
- Choose the Anker 521 PowerHouse for battery life (LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 2-year warranty) and portability (69 Wh per kg (8.2 lb (3.7 kg)) vs 60 Wh per kg (9.9 lb (4.5 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 | VTOMAN Jump 600X | Anker 521 PowerHouse |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 25% | 61 $0.89 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% | 76 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 2-year warranty | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 83 600 W continuous AC | 41 300 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 63 0-100% on AC in 2 h | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 27 60 Wh per kg (9.9 lb (4.5 kg)) | 44 69 Wh per kg (8.2 lb (3.7 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 35 120 W max solar input | 12 65 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 55 UPS, 100 W USB-C | 0 no UPS, expansion or app |
Specifications
| VTOMAN Jump 600X | Anker 521 PowerHouse | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 268.8 Wh | 256 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,000 to 80% | 3,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 600 W (1,200 W surge) | 300 W (600 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 2 total | 2 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 2 | - |
| 120V 2-prong outlets (NEMA 1-15R) | - | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 1 (60 W) |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 1 | - |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes | - |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 170 W | 125 W |
| Full AC charge time | 2 h (Amazon listing: about 2 h on AC alone. Store page: 80% in 50 min and full in 75 min with AC plus DC input together) | - |
| Max solar input | 120 W | 65 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-28V (XT60) | 11-28V, 5.5A |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 9.9 lb (4.5 kg) | 8.2 lb (3.7 kg) |
| Dimensions | 9.4 x 8.1 x 7.2 in | 8.5 x 8.3 x 5.7 in |
| App | - | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | 5 years |