A mid-priced, expandable LiFePO4 station for home backup and RV use, for buyers who want room to add batteries later.
Amazon $549 Pecron $549The PECRON E1500LFP is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.1 to 3.2. The PECRON E1500LFP leads on value, portability and features. The Lion Energy Safari wins on AC output. The PECRON E1500LFP costs $850 less ($549 vs $1,399).
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 $1,399Prices 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 PECRON E1500LFP for value ($0.36 per rated Wh vs $0.87 per rated Wh), portability (88 Wh per kg (38.4 lb (17.4 kg)) vs 62 Wh per kg (57.3 lb (26 kg))) and features (UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app vs expandable, app).
- Choose the Lion Energy Safari for AC output (3,000 W continuous AC vs 2,200 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 | PECRON E1500LFP | Lion Energy Safari |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 91 $0.36 per rated Wh | 13 $0.87 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% | 96 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty | 96 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 44 2,200 W continuous AC | 79 3,000 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 69 0-100% on AC in 1 h 48 min | 54 0-100% on AC in 2 h 18 min |
| Portability 10% | 79 88 Wh per kg (38.4 lb (17.4 kg)) | 31 62 Wh per kg (57.3 lb (26 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 59 1,000 W max solar input | 26 600 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 45 expandable, app |
Specifications
| PECRON E1500LFP | Lion Energy Safari | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,536 Wh | 1,612 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,500 to 80% | 3,500 3,500+ cycles at 100% DOD (manufacturer); remaining capacity at end of rating not stated |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 9,216 Wh | Yes, up to 4,300 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,200 W (4,400 W surge) | 3,000 W (6,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 5 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 4 |
| 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 | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 1 | - |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | - |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,400 W | 800 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 48 min (Manufacturer: full in 1.8 hours) | 2 h 18 min (About 2.3 h from the wall (manufacturer); built-in AC charging cord) |
| Max solar input | 1,000 W | 600 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-60V, 20A (XT60) | 24-60V (over 36V Vmp), 25A MPPT |
| Car charging | 100 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 38.4 lb (17.4 kg) | 57.3 lb (26 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14.8 x 9.3 x 12 in | 20 x 13.3 x 13.3 in |
| App | PECRON app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) | Lion Energy Smart app (Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
