Anker SOLIX C300 Portable Power Station (AC)

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Anker SOLIX Emergency Power

A compact 288Wh portable battery with a 300W AC inverter, USB-C charging and up to 100W solar input. Best for small essential electronics rather than high-draw appliances.

Best suited to

Phones, radios, portable lighting, low-power laptops and compact emergency charging setups.

Key product details

Battery Capacity: 288Wh (manufacturer specification)
Rated Ac Inverter: 300W, 120V AC
Maximum Solar Input: 100W, 11–28V

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SurvivalPick analysis

Our assessment

The SOLIX C300 AC is a compact rechargeable power source suited to keeping communication devices, phones, modest LED lighting and compatible laptops operational during short outages. Anker documents 288Wh of stored energy and an AC inverter rated at 300W, so users should check the continuous wattage of every connected device and allow for conversion losses. Its 100W maximum solar input is practical for off-grid top-ups but depends on panel compatibility, sunlight and charging conditions.

At approximately 9.1 lb, this model is significantly more portable than full-size home backup power stations. It is not a substitute for a generator sized for refrigerators, electric heaters or other demanding loads. A 288Wh nominal battery cannot deliver 288Wh of usable AC energy after inverter losses, and runtimes change with temperature and equipment draw.

Choose this for travel and short-duration backup of a few small devices, not for maintaining an entire household through a prolonged outage. The AC version should not be confused with the C300 DC or similarly named C300X configurations. Confirm the model A1722 and contents on the active retail offer before purchase.

Research basis: Anker SOLIX official C300 support specification,.

Practical preparedness

Is this the right gear for you?

Best suited to

Phones, radios, portable lighting, low-power laptops and compact emergency charging setups.

Choosing the right setup

Homewide backup, electric heating, cooking appliances, or equipment drawing more than 300W continuously.

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Benefits and buying considerations

Key benefits

Compact power station keeps critical small electronics and communications charged.
Multiple USB-C and AC outputs accommodate different common devices.
Compatible solar charging provides an additional way to replenish energy.

Helpful considerations

Build the load list around its 300W continuous AC output.
For longer outages, plan recharge intervals around the 288Wh battery capacity.

Product information

Specifications at a glance

Battery Capacity: 288Wh (manufacturer specification)
Rated Ac Inverter: 300W, 120V AC
Maximum Solar Input: 100W, 11–28V
Maximum Ac Charging Input: 330W
Usb-C2: Up to 140W input/output
Usb-C3: Up to 140W output
Car Outlet: 12V, 10A
Weight: Approximately 9.1 lb (4.13 kg)
Dimensions: Approximately 6.5 × 6.3 × 9.5 in
Model Reference: C300 AC / A1722 (confirm retail variant)

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