For budget buyers who want 1 kWh of LiFePO4 storage for camping or short outages at a low price per watt-hour. The two AC outlets limit how many appliances it can run directly.
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A low-cost expandable LiFePO4 station for home backup at moderate loads. Testing suggests it struggles near its rated 1,800W, so keep heavy loads well below that.
- 1,152 WhCapacity
- 1,800 WAC output
- 36.8 lbWeight
- LiFePO4Battery
- $0.47Price / Wh
Price checked October 20, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Expands to 4.6 kWh with add-on batteries
- Low price per watt-hour for an expandable LiFePO4 unit
- Two wireless charging pads on top for phones
- UPS switchover for home backup
- The Solar Lab saw it overheat under a 1,560W load and fail a 3,000W surge
- Real AC charging was far slower than claimed in testing
- Heavy at nearly 37 lb
How it scores
The rating comes from 8 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Independent capacity tests
Usable energy delivered from a full charge through the AC outlets, as measured by independent reviewers. Inverter losses mean no station delivers its full rated capacity.
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 83% | Re-test at a 1,326W AC load ran 43.5 minutes, about 83% of rated capacity. A first run at 1,560W overheated and shut down after 25 minutes. |
Specifications
| Battery | |
|---|---|
| Rated capacity | 1,152 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 956 Wh (83%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,500 3,500+ cycles (manufacturer; end-of-life capacity not stated) |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 4,608 Wh |
| Output | |
| AC output | 1,800 W (3,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 4 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (15 ms switchover) |
| Charging | |
| AC charging | 1,500 W |
| Max solar input | 650 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V, 13A |
| Build | |
| Weight | 36.8 lb (16.7 kg) |
| Dimensions | 16.25 x 12.28 x 10.43 in |
| App | ALLPOWERS app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Alternatives in this size
For buyers who want a 1 kWh LiFePO4 station for camping or short outages at a low price, and can accept a less established brand with no independent testing yet.
Amazon $419 ALLPOWERS $439A low-cost, light LiFePO4 station for weekend camping and short outages that tested as efficient as far pricier rivals. Skip it if you need more than two AC outlets or fast solar charging.
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