Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2
#4 in LargeFull review
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 4.0. The Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 leads on portability. The Renogy PowerStation 2000 wins on solar input. The Renogy PowerStation 2000 costs $100.98 less ($799 vs $899.98).
Renogy PowerStation 2000
#16 in LargeFull review
For RV owners and home-backup buyers who want 2 kWh, a TT-30 outlet and a UPS at a low price per watt-hour, and don’t need to expand it later.
Amazon $849.98 Renogy $799$799
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 portability (108 Wh per kg (41.7 lb (18.9 kg)) vs 87 Wh per kg (51.8 lb (23.5 kg))).
- Choose the Renogy PowerStation 2000 for solar input (1,200 W max solar input vs 800 W max solar input).
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 | Renogy PowerStation 2000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 79 $0.44 per rated Wh | 86 $0.39 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 | 81 LiFePO4, 3,000 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)) | 77 87 Wh per kg (51.8 lb (23.5 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 28 800 W max solar input | 51 1,200 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 80 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 140 W USB-C | 75 UPS (20 ms), 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 |
Renogy PowerStation 2000
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 | Renogy PowerStation 2000 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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% | 3,000 to 80% (0.5C, 80% DOD) |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 4,000 Wh | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,400 W (4,000 W surge) | 2,400 W (3,600 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 5 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 5 | 4 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | 1 | 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 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 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 (About 90 min 0-100% (manual); 0-80% in about 1 h (product page)) |
| Max solar input | 800 W | 1,200 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-60V | 12-60V, 25A max |
| Car charging | 800 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 41.7 lb (18.9 kg) | 51.8 lb (23.5 kg) |
| Dimensions | 18.1 x 9.8 x 10.1 in | 17.72 x 10.46 x 13.74 in |
| App | - | PowerStation Manager app (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | - | 3 years |