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Some of the best portable power stations can be a huge help in more situations than you might expect. That's especially true if you live somewhere with unreliable infrastructure or weather. There are plenty of excellent options to choose from among classic models or modern options like solar generators. No matter what you're after, we've found the best power station deals going on now and have listed them below.
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Power stations come in all shapes and sizes. They range from compact models that are great for small devices to huge standby generators or solar-powered rigs designed to provide power for your entire house in case of an emergency. We've searched high and low to find the best deals on all types of power stations to help you find which one is right for you.
Anker has a limited-time deal available for the Anker Solix F3800. Right now you can deduct a massive $1,000 from the price tag by using code WSTD90GNEM. This generator has a 6,000-watt, 120V/240V split-phase output, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, an energy app for monitoring, expandable capacity as well as a free protective cover thrown in. It's CNET's top choice for an extra-large portable power station.
The 1,000-watt generator is the best budget portable power station in our opinion, and it's currently got a terrific $300 discount available from the manufacturer itself. It has a 768-watt-hour capacity, 950-watt turbo charging that can get devices up to 80% in 45 minutes, seven outlets, a smart remote control via the Bluetti app and a 500-watt fast solar intake as an alternative charging source.
Best Buy has a $100-plus discount available for the Jackery Explorer 300 Plus portable power station that has a 40-watt solar panel with a 288-watt-hour capacity. At 8.3lbs (3.76kg) it's ideal for camping, road trips and general travel with one-button start and pad-sized foldable solar panels for easy storage.
CNET's top recommendation for the best small solar generator on the market today is close to $200 off. The 600-watt Bluetti model has a 268-watt-hour capacity, fast dual-charging, nine outputs, smart controls and 200-watt max solar input. It gets the nod as it charges the fastest when compared to similar sized generators with the portable solar panels being said to offer up to 23.4% efficiency.
If you want a smaller, more affordable option, then getting $50 off the EF Ecoflow River 2 isn't a bad way to go. While this model doesn't come with solar panels, they can be added if you don't mind spending more.