Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
#3 in Mid-sizeFull review
A compact, fast-charging 1kWh LiFePO4 station with more inverter headroom than most rivals, for home backup and camping where expansion is not needed.
Amazon $569.99 Anker $529.99$529.99
The Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 rates 4.4 among mid-size portable power stations; the Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 rates 4.2 among large ones. The Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 costs $369.99 less ($529.99 vs $899.98).
Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2
#7 in LargeFull review
For buyers who want a light, fast-charging 2 kWh unit with strong USB-C and an RV outlet.
Amazon $899.98 Anker $999.99$899.98
Prices were last checked October 24, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (mid-size and large), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 | Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 78 $0.52 per rated Wh | 79 $0.44 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 70 85% of rated capacity delivered (3 tests) | 84 88% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 85 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles |
| AC output 15% | 88 2,000 W continuous AC | 54 2,400 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 100 0-100% on AC in 49 min | 80 0-100% on AC in 1 h 28 min |
| Portability 10% | 83 91 Wh per kg (24.9 lb (11.3 kg)) | 100 108 Wh per kg (41.7 lb (18.9 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 51 600 W max solar input | 28 800 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (10 ms), 140 W USB-C, app | 80 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 140 W USB-C |
Independent capacity tests
Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 890 Wh | 87% | Light-bar load bank at roughly 80% of rated AC output, 100% to shutdown. Measured charging rate 1,097 Wh/hr. |
| The Solar Lab | - | 86% | Efficiency test; load not specified in the review. |
| Notebookcheck | 850 Wh | 83% | EU 230V version, continuous ~250W load until shutdown at 1%; output was lower with fluctuating loads. |
Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNET | 1,812 Wh | 88.5% | 480W load logged with HOBOware; round-trip efficiency 74.02%; recharge 1 h 28 min; ran a test fridge about 27.4 h |
Specifications
| Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 | Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,024 Wh | 2,048 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 874 Wh (85%) | 1,812 Wh (88%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 4,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | Yes, up to 4,000 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,000 W (3,000 W surge) | 2,400 W (4,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 5 total | 6 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 4 | - |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 1 | 5 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | - | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 3 (up to 140 W each) | 3 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 1 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | - | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (10 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,600 W | 1,800 W |
| Full AC charge time | 49 min (49 min with UltraFast (1,600W) enabled in the app; 1,200W standard) | 1 h 28 min (100% in 88 min on AC; 58 min with AC + solar at 2600W (manufacturer)) |
| Max solar input | 600 W | 800 W |
| Solar input voltage | 60V max | 11-60V |
| Car charging | - | 800 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 24.9 lb (11.3 kg) | 41.7 lb (18.9 kg) |
| Dimensions | 15.12 x 8.19 x 9.61 in | 18.1 x 9.8 x 10.1 in |
| App | Anker app | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |
| Released | 2025-09 | 2025-10 |