Anker SOLIX C1000
#9 in Mid-sizeFull review
For campers and home users who want a fast-charging 1 kWh LiFePO4 station with the option to add a second battery, at a lower price than the Gen 2.
Amazon $499.99$499.99
The Anker SOLIX C1000 rates 4.3 among mid-size portable power stations; the Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 rates 4.2 among large ones. The Anker SOLIX C1000 costs $399.99 less ($499.99 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 | Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 84 $0.47 per rated Wh | 79 $0.44 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 68 85% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 84 88% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 85 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles |
| AC output 15% | 82 1,800 W continuous AC | 54 2,400 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 96 0-100% on AC in 58 min | 80 0-100% on AC in 1 h 28 min |
| Portability 10% | 67 82 Wh per kg (28.4 lb (12.9 kg)) | 100 108 Wh per kg (41.7 lb (18.9 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 49 600 W max solar input | 28 800 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 80 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 140 W USB-C |
Independent capacity tests
Anker SOLIX C1000
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 897 Wh | 85% | Full discharge through the AC outlets. |
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 | Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,056 Wh | 2,048 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 897 Wh (85%) | 1,812 Wh (88%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,000 to 80% | 4,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 2,112 Wh | Yes, up to 4,000 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,800 W (2,400 W surge) | 2,400 W (4,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 6 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 5 | - |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 1 | 5 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | - | 1 |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | - |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 3 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | Yes (10 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,300 W | 1,800 W |
| Full AC charge time | 58 min (with UltraFast enabled in the app (manufacturer); OutdoorGearLab measured 65 min UltraFast and 88 min 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 | 11-60V | 11-60V |
| Car charging | 120 W | 800 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 28.4 lb (12.9 kg) | 41.7 lb (18.9 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14.8 x 8.07 x 10.5 in | 18.1 x 9.8 x 10.1 in |
| App | Anker app | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |
| Released | 2023-09 | 2025-10 |