Anker SOLIX C200 DC
#14 in SmallFull review
For hikers and travelers who need a light LiFePO4 battery for phones, cameras and laptops, not a power station for appliances.
Amazon $129.98$129.98
The Anker SOLIX C200 DC is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.5 to 3.0. The Anker SOLIX C200 DC leads on battery life and portability. The Westinghouse iGen400s wins on AC output. The Anker SOLIX C200 DC costs $9.02 less ($129.98 vs $139).
Westinghouse iGen400s
#23 in SmallFull review
A cheap, very light backup for phones, laptops and small lights on a road trip or in an outage. Skip it if you need to run anything with a motor or over 200W.
Amazon $139 Westinghouse $169$139
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 C200 DC for battery life (LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 3-year warranty vs Li-ion NMC, 500 cycles, 2-year warranty) and portability (101 Wh per kg (4.2 lb (1.9 kg)) vs 73 Wh per kg (5.5 lb (2.5 kg))).
- Choose the Westinghouse iGen400s for AC output (200 W continuous AC vs No AC outlets (DC only)).
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 | Westinghouse iGen400s |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 80 $0.68 per rated Wh | 73 $0.76 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 | 15 Li-ion NMC, 500 cycles, 2-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 0 No AC outlets (DC only) | 17 200 W continuous AC |
| 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)) | 51 73 Wh per kg (5.5 lb (2.5 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 44 100 W max solar input | 46 100 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 20 140 W USB-C | 20 100 W USB-C |
Specifications
| Anker SOLIX C200 DC | Westinghouse iGen400s | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 192 Wh | 183.6 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | Li-ion NMC |
| Cycle life | 3,000 to 80% | 500 Manufacturer states 500-1,000 cycles, end-of-life capacity not stated |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | None (DC only) | 200 W (400 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 0 | 2 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | - | 2 |
| AC waveform | - | Modified sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 3 (up to 140 W each) | 4 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | No | No |
| DC5521 ports | - | 1 |
| Charging | ||
| Max solar input | 100 W | 100 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-28V | 5-24V |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 4.2 lb (1.9 kg) | 5.5 lb (2.5 kg) |
| Dimensions | 3.94 x 4.33 x 7.28 in | 9.4 x 4.5 x 5.9 in |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |