BLUETTI Handsfree 1
#9 in SmallFull review
For hikers, photographers and travelers who want to carry laptop and camera power on their back.
Amazon $209 BLUETTI $209$209
The BLUETTI Handsfree 1 is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.7 to 3.5. The BLUETTI Handsfree 1 leads on AC output, battery life and features. The Anker SOLIX C300 DC wins on portability and value. The Anker SOLIX C300 DC costs $19.01 less ($189.99 vs $209).
Anker SOLIX C300 DC
#16 in SmallFull review
For travelers and campers who only need to charge USB-C and 12V devices and want the lightest 288 Wh option.
Amazon $189.99 Anker$189.99
Prices 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 BLUETTI Handsfree 1 for AC output (300 W continuous AC vs No AC outlets (DC only)), battery life (LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 3-year warranty) and features (UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app vs 140 W USB-C).
- Choose the Anker SOLIX C300 DC for portability (103 Wh per kg (6.2 lb (2.8 kg)) vs 54 Wh per kg (11 lb (5 kg))) and value ($0.66 per rated Wh vs $0.78 per rated Wh).
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 | BLUETTI Handsfree 1 | Anker SOLIX C300 DC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 72 $0.78 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% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 81 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 3-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 41 300 W continuous AC | 0 No AC outlets (DC only) |
| Charging speed 10% | 79 0-100% on AC in 1 h 30 min | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 16 54 Wh per kg (11 lb (5 kg)) | 100 103 Wh per kg (6.2 lb (2.8 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 70 200 W max solar input | 23 100 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 20 140 W USB-C |
Specifications
| BLUETTI Handsfree 1 | Anker SOLIX C300 DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 268.8 Wh | 288 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 3,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 300 W | None (DC only) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 450 W | - |
| AC outlets | 1 total | 0 |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 1 | - |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | - |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 4 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | - | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | - |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 300 W | - |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 30 min (0-80% in 45 min in Turbo mode) | - |
| Max solar input | 200 W | 100 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-28V, 8.2A | 11-28V |
| Car charging | 192 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 11 lb (5 kg) | 6.2 lb (2.8 kg) |
| Dimensions | 11.3 x 3.7 x 11 in | 4.89 x 4.72 x 7.87 in |
| App | Bluetooth | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2024-10 | 2024-08 |