Anker SOLIX F1500
#28 in LargeFull review
For campers and RV owners who want a lot of LiFePO4 capacity for the money and can live with slower charging and extra weight.
Amazon $599.99 Anker SOLIX $599.99$599.99
The Anker SOLIX F1500 is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.5 to 3.2. The Anker SOLIX F1500 leads on value, portability and features. The Lion Energy Safari wins on AC output. The Anker SOLIX F1500 costs $799.01 less ($599.99 vs $1,399).
Lion Energy Safari
#31 in LargeFull review
For RV owners who want high 3,000W output, a TT-30 outlet and a five-year warranty from a US brand, and will pay more per watt-hour for it.
Lion Energy $1,399$1,399
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 Anker SOLIX F1500 for value ($0.39 per rated Wh vs $0.87 per rated Wh), portability (78 Wh per kg (43.7 lb (19.8 kg)) vs 62 Wh per kg (57.3 lb (26 kg))) and features (UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app vs expandable, app).
- Choose the Lion Energy Safari for AC output (3,000 W continuous AC vs 1,800 W continuous AC).
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 F1500 | Lion Energy Safari |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 86 $0.39 per rated Wh | 13 $0.87 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 14 73% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 96 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 21 1,800 W continuous AC | 79 3,000 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 68 0-100% on AC in 1 h 50 min | 54 0-100% on AC in 2 h 18 min |
| Portability 10% | 59 78 Wh per kg (43.7 lb (19.8 kg)) | 31 62 Wh per kg (57.3 lb (26 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 28 600 W max solar input | 26 600 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 45 expandable, app |
Independent capacity tests
Anker SOLIX F1500
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 73% | 1,585W load ran 42 minutes against a theoretical 58; high load lowers efficiency. Measured AC recharge about 1 h 50 min. |
Lion Energy Safari
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Anker SOLIX F1500 | Lion Energy Safari | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,536 Wh | 1,612 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 1,121 Wh (73%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,000 to 80% | 3,500 3,500+ cycles at 100% DOD (manufacturer); remaining capacity at end of rating not stated |
| Expandable | No | Yes, up to 4,300 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,800 W (2,400 W surge) | 3,000 W (6,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 5 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 3 | - |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | - | 4 |
| 120V 2-prong outlets (NEMA 1-15R) | 3 | - |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | - | 1 |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 60 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 4 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | - | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | - |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,000 W | 800 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 50 min (measured by The Solar Lab at 1,000W; Anker does not publish a full AC charge time) | 2 h 18 min (About 2.3 h from the wall (manufacturer); built-in AC charging cord) |
| Max solar input | 600 W | 600 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-60V | 24-60V (over 36V Vmp), 25A MPPT |
| Car charging | 120 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 43.7 lb (19.8 kg) | 57.3 lb (26 kg) |
| Dimensions | 18.2 x 11.3 x 9.3 in | 20 x 13.3 x 13.3 in |
| App | Anker app | Lion Energy Smart app (Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2023-11 | 2022-08 |