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 S2000 rates 4.1 among large ones. The Anker SOLIX C1000 costs $200 less ($499.99 vs $699.99).
Anker SOLIX S2000
#12 in LargeFull review
For home backup of a fridge, router and small appliances where a compact, long-lived battery matters more than high output or solar charging speed.
Amazon $699.99 Anker SOLIX $699.99$699.99
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 S2000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 84 $0.47 per rated Wh | 93 $0.35 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 68 85% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 95 91% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 82 1,800 W continuous AC | 0 1,500 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 96 0-100% on AC in 58 min | 70 0-100% on AC in 1 h 47 min |
| Portability 10% | 67 82 Wh per kg (28.4 lb (12.9 kg)) | 100 124 Wh per kg (35.7 lb (16.2 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 49 600 W max solar input | 6 400 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (10 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 S2000
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 91% | Efficiency test; load not specified in the review. Measured AC recharge 1 h 47 min. |
Specifications
| Anker SOLIX C1000 | Anker SOLIX S2000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,056 Wh | 2,010 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 897 Wh (85%) | 1,829 Wh (91%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,000 to 80% | 6,000 to 80% (10,000 to 60%) |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 2,112 Wh | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,800 W (2,400 W surge) | 1,500 W (3,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 5 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 5 | 5 |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 1 | - |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | No |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | Yes (10 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,300 W | 1,600 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 47 min (measured by The Solar Lab; Anker states 2.3 h at the default 1,150W, UltraFast (1,600W) is enabled in the app) |
| Max solar input | 600 W | 400 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-60V | 11-60V |
| Car charging | 120 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 28.4 lb (12.9 kg) | 35.7 lb (16.2 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14.8 x 8.07 x 10.5 in | 8.2 x 11.1 x 12.7 in |
| App | Anker app | Anker app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2023-09 | 2026-05 |