DARAN NEO300L
#10 in SmallFull review
A low-cost LiFePO4 station for camping and short outages, with a laptop-ready USB-C port and long cycle life. A good fit for anyone who will charge and drain it often.
Amazon $139.99$139.99
The DARAN NEO300L is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.7 to 3.5. The DARAN NEO300L leads on AC output and value. The Anker SOLIX C300 DC wins on portability and features. The DARAN NEO300L costs $50 less ($139.99 vs $189.99).
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 DARAN NEO300L for AC output (350 W continuous AC vs No AC outlets (DC only)) and value ($0.49 per rated Wh vs $0.66 per rated Wh).
- Choose the Anker SOLIX C300 DC for portability (103 Wh per kg (6.2 lb (2.8 kg)) vs 77 Wh per kg (8.2 lb (3.7 kg))) and features (140 W USB-C vs no UPS, expansion or app).
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 | DARAN NEO300L | Anker SOLIX C300 DC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 97 $0.49 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% | 81 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 1-year warranty | 81 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 3-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 51 350 W continuous AC | 0 No AC outlets (DC only) |
| Charging speed 10% | 19 0-100% on AC in 3 h 24 min | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 59 77 Wh per kg (8.2 lb (3.7 kg)) | 100 103 Wh per kg (6.2 lb (2.8 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 50 solar input not published (neutral score used) | 23 100 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 0 no UPS, expansion or app | 20 140 W USB-C |
Specifications
| DARAN NEO300L | Anker SOLIX C300 DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 288 Wh | 288 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,500 3,500+ cycles to about 80% capacity, per DaranEner's product image; one DARAN Amazon listing (B0GY91T188) says 3,000+ | 3,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | - | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 350 W (600 W surge) | None (DC only) |
| AC outlets | 2 total | 0 |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 1 | - |
| 120V 2-prong outlets (NEMA 1-15R) | 1 | - |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | - |
| USB-C ports | 1 (60 W) | 4 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 100 W | - |
| Full AC charge time | 3 h 24 min (3.4 hr from the wall per DaranEner's product image; DARAN's Amazon listings claim 0-80% in 2.1-2.5 hr) | - |
| Max solar input | - | 100 W |
| Solar input voltage | 10-26V | 11-28V |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 8.2 lb (3.7 kg) | 6.2 lb (2.8 kg) |
| Dimensions | 10.0 x 6.6 x 8.2 in | 4.89 x 4.72 x 7.87 in |
| Warranty | 1 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2025-09 | 2024-08 |