Anker SOLIX C1000
#5 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 F1500 rates 3.5 among large ones. The Anker SOLIX C1000 costs $100 less ($499.99 vs $599.99).
Anker SOLIX F1500
#25 in LargeFull review
For campers and RV owners who want a lot of LiFePO4 capacity for the money and can live with slower charging and extra weight.
Amazon $599.99 Anker SOLIX $599.99$599.99
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.
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 F1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 84 $0.47 per rated Wh | 86 $0.39 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 68 85% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 14 73% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 82 1,800 W continuous AC | 21 1,800 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 96 0-100% on AC in 58 min | 68 0-100% on AC in 1 h 50 min |
| Portability 10% | 67 82 Wh per kg (28.4 lb (12.9 kg)) | 59 78 Wh per kg (43.7 lb (19.8 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 49 600 W max solar input | 28 600 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app |
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 F1500
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 73% | 1,585W load ran 42 minutes against a theoretical 58; high load lowers efficiency. Measured AC recharge about 1 h 50 min. |
Specifications
| Anker SOLIX C1000 | Anker SOLIX F1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,056 Wh | 1,536 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 897 Wh (85%) | 1,121 Wh (73%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,000 to 80% | 3,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 2,112 Wh | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,800 W (2,400 W surge) | 1,800 W (2,400 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 6 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 5 | 3 |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 1 | - |
| 120V 2-prong outlets (NEMA 1-15R) | - | 3 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 4 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,300 W | 1,000 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 50 min (measured by The Solar Lab at 1,000W; Anker does not publish a full AC charge time) |
| Max solar input | 600 W | 600 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-60V | 11-60V |
| Car charging | - | 120 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 28.4 lb (12.9 kg) | 43.7 lb (19.8 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14.8 x 8.07 x 10.5 in | 18.2 x 11.3 x 9.3 in |
| App | Anker app | Anker app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |