The Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 is a 1,024Wh portable power station with 2,000W of AC output, a 49-minute full recharge and a 10 ms UPS mode. It sells for about $450 to $550.
What you need before you buy
The Anker app to turn on 1,600W fast charging.
A plan for UPS use: leave it plugged in with your computer or CPAP connected.
Optional solar panels up to 600W.
What it can power
A fridge for most of a day, a home office setup through a workday outage, or high-draw tools like a microwave or kettle for short bursts. Try our battery backup calculator with your devices.
How I researched this: Anker’s SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 product page and specs, the Amazon listing, and a video review from FamilyGeekery. Prices checked October 30, 2026.
Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
The Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 pairs 1,024Wh with 2,000W output, a 49-minute recharge and a 10 ms UPS. Here is who it suits.
Product Brand:
Anker
Editor's Rating: 4.6
Pros
2,000W output (3,000W surge) is high for a 1kWh station
Recharges fully in 49 minutes at 1,600W
10 ms UPS switchover keeps computers and CPAPs running in an outage
4,000 cycles to 80% capacity
10 outlets in a smaller, lighter body than similar models
Cons
1,024Wh capacity, so it is not for multi-day outages
Fast charging must be enabled in the Anker app
No expansion battery option
Solar input is capped at 600W
Specs
Capacity
1,024Wh
Battery
LiFePO4 (LFP), 4,000 cycles to 80%
AC output
2,000W continuous, 3,000W peak
Outlets
10 total
AC charging
0–100% in 49 minutes (1,600W)
Solar input
Up to 600W (60V max), about 1.8 hours
UPS
Under 10 ms switchover
Weight
24.9 lb
Verdict
The C1000 Gen 2 is the best all-rounder in the 1kWh class: more power, faster charging and a true UPS mode for about the same price as rivals. Pick something bigger only if you need to ride out a full day or more.
