PECRON E1500LFP
#3 in LargeFull review
A mid-priced, expandable LiFePO4 station for home backup and RV use, for buyers who want room to add batteries later.
Amazon $549$549
The PECRON E1500LFP rates 4.3 among large portable power stations; the Dabbsson DBS1300 rates 4.0 among mid-size ones. The PECRON E1500LFP costs $50 less ($549 vs $599).
Dabbsson DBS1300
#26 in Mid-sizeFull review
For campers and small-household backup buyers who want more than 1 kWh at a modest price and the option to add batteries. Its 1200W output limits it to everyday devices rather than big appliances.
Amazon $899 Dabbsson $599$599
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (large and mid-size), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | PECRON E1500LFP | Dabbsson DBS1300 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 91 $0.36 per rated Wh | 87 $0.45 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 91 90% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 96 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 Semi-solid-state LiFePO4, 4,500 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 44 2,200 W continuous AC | 56 1,200 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 69 0-100% on AC in 1 h 48 min | 63 0-100% on AC in 2 h |
| Portability 10% | 79 88 Wh per kg (38.4 lb (17.4 kg)) | 67 82 Wh per kg (36 lb (16.3 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 59 1,000 W max solar input | 18 400 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (15 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
PECRON E1500LFP
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 90% | Efficiency test (load not stated in the review); the unit threw an overheating warning during the run. Measured AC recharge from empty about 1 h 46 min. |
Dabbsson DBS1300
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| PECRON E1500LFP | Dabbsson DBS1300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,536 Wh | 1,330 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 1,382 Wh (90%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | Semi-solid-state LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,500 to 80% | 4,500 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 9,216 Wh | Yes, up to 4,730 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,200 W (4,400 W surge) | 1,200 W (2,400 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | - | 1,600 W |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 4 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 4 |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 3 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 3 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 1 | 2 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | Yes (15 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,400 W | 1,000 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 48 min (Manufacturer: full in 1.8 hours) | 2 h (manufacturer: 0-80% in 44 min on AC; 0-100% in 96 min with AC + solar (1400W)) |
| Max solar input | 1,000 W | 400 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-60V, 20A (XT60) | 12-60V, 12A max (AC + solar combined up to 1400W) |
| Car charging | 100 W | 96 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 38.4 lb (17.4 kg) | 36 lb (16.3 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14.8 x 9.3 x 12 in | 14.25 x 10.83 x 8.7 in |
| App | PECRON app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2024-01 | 2024-09 |