Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2
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For buyers who want a light, fast-charging 2 kWh unit with strong USB-C and an RV outlet.
Amazon $899.98 Anker $999.99$899.98
The Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.2 to 4.1. The Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 leads on tested capacity. The PECRON E2400LFP wins on value and features. The PECRON E2400LFP costs $250.98 less ($649 vs $899.98).
PECRON E2400LFP
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A low-cost 2kWh LiFePO4 station for home backup that can grow with extra batteries. Heavy users who run it near full load should expect less runtime than the rating suggests.
Amazon $649 Pecron $649$649
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 C2000 Gen 2 for tested capacity (88% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) vs 75% of rated capacity delivered (1 test)).
- Choose the PECRON E2400LFP for value ($0.32 per rated Wh vs $0.44 per rated Wh) and features (UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 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 | PECRON E2400LFP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 79 $0.44 per rated Wh | 97 $0.32 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 84 88% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 23 75% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 85 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles | 86 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 3-year warranty |
| 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)) | 100 100 Wh per kg (45 lb (20.5 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 (20 ms), expandable, 100 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 |
PECRON E2400LFP
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 75% | 2,275W load from full to shutoff; first run stopped at 36 min with an overheating warning, retest after calibration ran 40.5 min. Measured idle draw about 13.6W and a 1 h 21 min AC recharge. |
Specifications
| Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 | PECRON E2400LFP | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 2,048 Wh | 2,048 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 1,812 Wh (88%) | 1,536 Wh (75%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 3,500 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 4,000 Wh | Yes, up to 9,728 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,400 W (4,000 W surge) | 2,400 W (4,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 3 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 5 | 3 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | 1 | - |
| AC waveform | - | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 3 (up to 140 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 4 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | - | 1 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (20 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 (Manufacturer: full in 1.5 hours) |
| Max solar input | 800 W | 800 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-60V | 32-95V, 700W (GX16) + 12-18V, 100W (DC5521) |
| Car charging | 800 W | 100 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 41.7 lb (18.9 kg) | 45 lb (20.5 kg) |
| Dimensions | 18.1 x 9.8 x 10.1 in | 14.8 x 9.3 x 13 in |
| App | - | PECRON app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | - | 3 years |