For buyers who want a light, fast-charging 2 kWh unit with strong USB-C and an RV outlet.
Amazon $899.98 Anker $999.99The Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.2 to 3.9. The Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 leads on value. The Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 wins on features. The Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 costs $169.02 less ($899.98 vs $1,069).
A 2kWh expandable station for home backup and RV living, with enough solar input to recharge in an afternoon.
Amazon $1,069 Jackery $1,069Prices 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 C2000 Gen 2 for value ($0.44 per rated Wh vs $0.52 per rated Wh).
- Choose the Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 for features (UPS (10 ms), expandable, 140 W USB-C, app vs UPS (10 ms), expandable, 140 W USB-C).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every large portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 | Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 79 $0.44 per rated Wh | 66 $0.52 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 84 88% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 85 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles | 85 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles |
| AC output 15% | 54 2,400 W continuous AC | 54 2,400 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 80 0-100% on AC in 1 h 28 min | 79 0-100% on AC in 1 h 30 min |
| Portability 10% | 100 108 Wh per kg (41.7 lb (18.9 kg)) | 100 111 Wh per kg (40.6 lb (18.4 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 28 800 W max solar input | 28 800 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 80 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 140 W USB-C | 100 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 140 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNET | 1,812 Wh | 88.5% | 480W load logged with HOBOware; round-trip efficiency 74.02%; recharge 1 h 28 min; ran a test fridge about 27.4 h |
Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 | Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 2,048 Wh | 2,048 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 1,812 Wh (88%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 6,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 4,000 Wh | Yes, up to 12,000 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,400 W (4,000 W surge) | 2,400 W (4,800 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 4 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 5 | 4 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | 1 | - |
| USB-C ports | 3 (up to 140 W each) | 2 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 1 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (10 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | 1,800 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 28 min (100% in 88 min on AC; 58 min with AC + solar at 2600W (manufacturer)) | 1 h 30 min (1.5 hr fast charge) |
| Max solar input | 800 W | 800 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-60V | 2 x DC8020 inputs |
| Car charging | 800 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 41.7 lb (18.9 kg) | 40.6 lb (18.4 kg) |
| Dimensions | 18.1 x 9.8 x 10.1 in | 14.37 x 10.24 x 10.73 in |
| App | - | Jackery app |
