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Anker SOLIX C300 DC Power Station 288Wh

Anker
2.1
Best portable & fastest-charging small LiFePO4 station
$199.99 → As of Jul 13, 2026
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01 / Spec

Top features

Capacity288Wh usable
Ac Output300W sustained / 600W surge
Battery ChemistryLiFePO4

The Anker SOLIX C300 DC is a compact 288Wh LiFePO4 portable power station with 300W sustained AC output and surge to higher levels. It features 7 charging ports: 1× AC outlet (120W max draw), three USB-C ports (140W+140W two-way fast charging + 100W + 15W), and two USB-A (12W each), plus a 120W car socket. Recharges to 80% in ~1 hour via dual PD 3.1 USB-C, accepts ~100W solar input (Anker 100W/60W panels recommended; incompatible with 5V/3A panels), and can top up via car charging. Weighs 6.2 lbs with compact dimensions (7.87"×4.72"×4.89"), making it 30% smaller than comparable units. LiFePO4 cells backed by 3-year warranty. Best suited for light camping, van life, emergency backup, CPAP/medical devices, and frequent travelers who prioritize portability and fast USB-C charging over large AC runtime. Not a whole-home backup solution; limited to ~1 hour of 300W continuous load.

02 / Signals

Why it's hot

Compact LiFePO4 with fast USB-C charging and strong port selection.

  • Value for money 96
  • Review rating & velocity 52
  • Community sentiment 84
  • Brand reputation 100
  • Search heat 68
  • Est. return & defect rate 89
03 / Verdict

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Lightweight and compact — 30% smaller form factor
  • Fast 1-hour wall recharge to 80% via USB-C PD 3.1
  • Excellent USB-C port selection (140W×2, 100W, 15W)
  • LiFePO4 chemistry with 3-year warranty
  • Reliable Anker brand reputation in portable power
  • Car + solar + wall recharge flexibility

Cons

  • Modest 288Wh capacity — limited runtime under load
  • AC output limited to 120W max (300W is misleading marketing)
  • Solar panel compatibility restrictive; no native XT60 input
  • Relatively expensive per usable watt-hour vs. larger competitors
  • Short AC runtime for home backup use cases
  • Fan noise under sustained AC load reported by users
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Capacity (Wh)
192Wh 1070Wh Biggest capacity
Battery Chemistry & Lifespan
LiFePO4, 3000+ cycles LiFePO4, ~3000 cycles Longest lifespan
Recharge Speed
2.5h wall, 100W solar 1h wall / 500W solar Fastest recharge
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