OUPES Mega 1 Lite
#5 in Mid-sizeFull review
A simpler, non-expandable Mega 1 for people who want 2000W of output and fast charging without the extra-battery option. Check the Mega 1 price first, as it is often cheaper.
Amazon $489$489
The OUPES Mega 1 Lite is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.4 to 4.2. The OUPES Mega 1 Lite leads on AC output, tested capacity and solar input. The PECRON F1000LFP wins on value. The PECRON F1000LFP costs $90 less ($399 vs $489).
PECRON F1000LFP
#11 in Mid-sizeFull review
An affordable, fairly light 1kWh station for camping, tailgating and short outages. Buyers who may want more capacity later should look at an expandable model.
Pecron $399$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 OUPES Mega 1 Lite for AC output (2,000 W continuous AC vs 1,500 W continuous AC), tested capacity (83% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) vs 80% of rated capacity delivered (1 test)) and solar input (800 W max solar input vs 600 W max solar input).
- Choose the PECRON F1000LFP for value ($0.42 per rated Wh vs $0.48 per rated Wh).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mid-size portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | OUPES Mega 1 Lite | PECRON F1000LFP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 83 $0.48 per rated Wh | 91 $0.42 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 61 83% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 45 80% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 96 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty | 96 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 88 2,000 W continuous AC | 70 1,500 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 100 0-100% on AC in 46 min | 92 0-100% on AC in 1 h 6 min |
| Portability 10% | 73 85 Wh per kg (26.8 lb (12 kg)) | 79 88 Wh per kg (23.9 lb (10.8 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 74 800 W max solar input | 56 600 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (20 ms), 140 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
OUPES Mega 1 Lite
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNET | 855 Wh | 83% | 480W load logged with HOBOware; round-trip efficiency 79.93%; recharge from empty 44 min. |
PECRON F1000LFP
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 80% | Measured while running the inverter at its full 1,500W rating; reviewed unit was listed as 1,004Wh. Measured AC recharge about 58 minutes. |
Specifications
| OUPES Mega 1 Lite | PECRON F1000LFP | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,024 Wh | 960 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 855 Wh (83%) | 768 Wh (80%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,500 to 80% | 3,500 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,000 W (4,500 W surge) | 1,500 W (3,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 4 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | - | 4 |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | - |
| AC waveform | - | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 140 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 1 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,400 W | 1,000 W |
| Full AC charge time | 46 min | 1 h 6 min (Manufacturer: 0-80% in 50 minutes, full in 1.1 hours) |
| Max solar input | 800 W | 600 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-78V (MPPT 18-75V, 14A) | 11-60V, 14A (XT60) |
| Car charging | 96 W | 120 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 26.8 lb (12 kg) | 23.9 lb (10.8 kg) |
| Dimensions | 15.1 x 9.1 x 11.6 in | 15 x 8.5 x 8.4 in |
| App | OUPES app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) | PECRON app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2026-05 | 2026-02 |