GoKawiilAnker Solix F3800 Plus + 410W Solar Panels 4 / 5 Very good pros and cons Pros Works well as an expandable, small-scale solar setup.
Helps you save between $12-$25 a month, depending on local rates.
Flexible scalability means a smaller initial investment. Cons Savings depend on your location, panel angle, and rates.
The F3800 Plus isn't as portable as other batteries.
While cheaper than whole-home backup systems, it's still expensive. View now at Ankersolix
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With the increase of daily temperatures, power bills tend to follow. I've been experimenting with offsetting my own power bill with solar, and found a sustainable solution. The Anker Solix F3800 Plus is an expandable battery with a 3.84kWh capacity, working like a cross between a traditional gas generator, a permanent home battery backup system, and a portable battery.
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Don't let its wheels fool you, though. The F3800 Plus isn't designed for tent camping (though you technically could if you can easily lug around all 136 pounds). It's a portable battery turned into a legitimate whole-home backup system, capable of running refrigerators, portable ACs, pumps, power tools, and even some central AC systems.
I set up the Anker Solix F3800 Plus with two solar panels, which you can buy as a set from Anker. I've had success testing EcoFlow and Anker Solix portable solar panels in my backyard, so I was looking forward to giving these two 410W rigid panels a try.
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