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 is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.3 to 3.1. The Anker SOLIX C1000 leads on value, battery life and features. The Anker SOLIX C1000 costs $400 less ($499.99 vs $899.99).
Generac GB1000
#38 in Mid-sizeFull review
For buyers who want a Generac-backed 1 kWh station that can run 1,600W appliances and parallel with a second unit; LiFePO4 rivals offer more cycles and faster charging for the money.
ecobee (Generac) $899.99$899.99
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 Anker SOLIX C1000 for value ($0.47 per rated Wh vs $0.83 per rated Wh), battery life (LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs Li-ion NMC, 800 cycles, 3-year warranty) and features (UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app vs no UPS, expansion or app).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mid-size portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Anker SOLIX C1000 | Generac GB1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 84 $0.47 per rated Wh | 36 $0.83 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 68 85% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 23 Li-ion NMC, 800 cycles, 3-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 82 1,800 W continuous AC | 74 1,600 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 96 0-100% on AC in 58 min | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 67 82 Wh per kg (28.4 lb (12.9 kg)) | 68 83 Wh per kg (29 lb (13.2 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 49 600 W max solar input | 33 468 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 0 no UPS, expansion or 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. |
Generac GB1000
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Anker SOLIX C1000 | Generac GB1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,056 Wh | 1,086 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 897 Wh (85%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | Li-ion NMC |
| Cycle life | 3,000 to 80% | 800 to 80% (0.5C charge, 1C discharge at 25 C) |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 2,112 Wh | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,800 W (2,400 W surge) | 1,600 W (3,200 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 3 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 5 | - |
| 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 65 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | No |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,300 W | 450 W |
| Full AC charge time | 58 min (with UltraFast enabled in the app (manufacturer); OutdoorGearLab measured 65 min UltraFast and 88 min standard) | - |
| Max solar input | 600 W | 468 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-60V | 10-28V, 30A max (shared DC/solar input) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 28.4 lb (12.9 kg) | 29 lb (13.2 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14.8 x 8.07 x 10.5 in | 14.1 x 10.2 x 12.0 in |
| App | Anker app | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |