Should you buy a LiFePO4 battery for a portable power station?

The good news for anyone in the market for a portable power station is that the industry as a whole is moving toward LiFePO4 batteries. One of the most important factors in choosing a portable power station is the amount of energy it can store, known as its energy potential.

What kind of batteries do portable power stations use?

The two main classes of batteries you’ll see right now in portable power stations are LiFePO4 and NCM. LiFePO4 batteries utilize lithium, iron, and phosphate, and are considered safer and longer lasting than other batteries. They are, comparatively, lower in price for the power they deliver.

What are the best portable power stations?

To help you decide, I tested the efficiency, in a variety of scenarios, of the best portable power stations from Jackery, EcoFlow, Anker, Goal Zero, Bluetti, Dakota Lithium, Lion Energy, Vtoman, and Ugreen. What to Know Before Purchasing a Portable Power Station

How much power can a portable power station hold?

While a particular power station might claim to hold 1,000 watt hours, the actual amount of usable power you can get out of it is a different story. The best portable power stations also have an onboard computer that shows you how much energy is left in your unit, as well as how much power it’s currently using.

What are the best portable power stations for drones?

Editor’s Note: We updated our Portable Power Stations guide on September 11, 2024, to add the Bluetti AC180T — a unique station with hot-swappable batteries — as well as the DJI Power 1000 — a station primed for keeping your drones topped off.

Can a power station be used as a home backup system?

Larger power stations can double as home backup systems (Anker F3800, Goal Zero Pro 4000, EcoFlow Delta Pro, Bluetti AC200L), and used to run either small or entire portions of your home. For true integration, you’ll need to buy a power panel kit and hire an electrician to install it.