For hikers and travelers who need a light LiFePO4 battery for phones, cameras and laptops, not a power station for appliances.
Amazon $129.98The Anker SOLIX C200 DC and the Anker SOLIX C300 DC are evenly matched, rated 3.5 and 3.5. The Anker SOLIX C200 DC leads on solar input. The Anker SOLIX C200 DC costs $60.01 less ($129.98 vs $189.99).
For travelers and campers who only need to charge USB-C and 12V devices and want the lightest 288 Wh option.
Amazon $189.99 AnkerPrices 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Anker SOLIX C200 DC for solar input (100 W max solar input vs 100 W max solar input).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every small portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Anker SOLIX C200 DC | Anker SOLIX C300 DC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 80 $0.68 per rated Wh | 82 $0.66 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 81 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 3-year warranty | 81 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 3-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 0 No AC outlets (DC only) | 0 No AC outlets (DC only) |
| Charging speed 10% | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 100 101 Wh per kg (4.2 lb (1.9 kg)) | 100 103 Wh per kg (6.2 lb (2.8 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 44 100 W max solar input | 23 100 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 20 140 W USB-C | 20 140 W USB-C |
Specifications
| Anker SOLIX C200 DC | Anker SOLIX C300 DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 192 Wh | 288 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,000 to 80% | 3,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | None (DC only) | None (DC only) |
| AC outlets | 0 | 0 |
| USB-C ports | 3 (up to 140 W each) | 4 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | No | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| Charging | ||
| Max solar input | 100 W | 100 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-28V | 11-28V |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 4.2 lb (1.9 kg) | 6.2 lb (2.8 kg) |
| Dimensions | 3.94 x 4.33 x 7.28 in | 4.89 x 4.72 x 7.87 in |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2024-11 | 2024-08 |
