Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
#1 in Mid-sizeFull review
A compact, fast-charging 1kWh LiFePO4 station with more inverter headroom than most rivals, for home backup and camping where expansion is not needed.
Amazon $569.99 Anker $529.99$529.99
4.4/5
A light, simple 1kWh LiFePO4 station for campers and short outages who value portability over outlet count and expansion.
- 1,070 WhCapacity
- 1,500 WAC output
- 23.8 lbWeight
- LiFePO4Battery
- 1 hFull charge
- $0.47Price / Wh
Check price at Amazon$499Check price at Jackery$499
Price checked October 20, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Among the lightest 1kWh-class LiFePO4 stations at 23.8 lb
- Tested 85-87.5% usable AC energy in two independent tests
- Optional one-hour emergency AC recharge via the app
Cons
- Only three AC outlets
- Standard AC recharge takes about 1.6 hours; OutdoorGearLab measured 563 Wh/hr
- Not expandable; 400W solar input ceiling
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 910 Wh | 85% | Light-bar load bank at roughly 80% of rated AC output, 100% to shutdown. Measured charging rate 563 Wh/hr (about 1.6 hr full recharge). |
| The Solar Lab | - | 87.5% | 1,479W load ran 37.5 minutes versus 43 minutes expected from rated capacity. |
Specifications
| Battery | |
|---|---|
| Rated capacity | 1,070 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 923 Wh (86%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | No |
| Output | |
| AC output | 1,500 W (3,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 3 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 3 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 1 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h (60 min with Emergency Super Charge enabled in the app; 1.58 hr standard) |
| Max solar input | 400 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V (2 x DC 8mm inputs) |
| Build | |
| Weight | 23.8 lb (10.8 kg) |
| Dimensions | 12.87 x 8.82 x 9.72 in |
| App | Jackery app |
| Warranty | 5 years |
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