Anker SOLIX F3000 Portable Power Station The Anker SOLIX F3000 Portable Power Station offers high-end performance that is very similar to Anker's top-of-the-line options. It is more portable and affordable, though, making it a better choice for hybrid use and buyers who need elite power at home and on the go.
I recently got the opportunity to kit out my entire home with backup power thanks to the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus. I loved it then, and I still love it now, but high-end power stations like the F3800 Plus can be too big and heavy for use on the go. Sure, you can take the big beasts around, but it will require some serious muscle and often two people. This is why I was excited to test the Anker SOLIX F3000 Portable Power Station, which promises the best of the higher-end models while keeping the design much more portable and the price much more reasonable. Did it achieve that goal? Let’s find out.
Power and portability
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We can read spec sheets all day long, but you can really only gauge a device’s design once you see and carry it. The first thing I thought when the Anker SOLIX F3800 Portable Power Station landed on my front door was that the box seemed pretty small for a power station of this caliber.
It’s by no means tiny or super light, but it measures 25.6×11.8×14.8 in and weighs 91.5 lbs. This is surprisingly nice because its performance is pretty close to the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus (more on this in the coming sections), which is a beast at 27.6×15.3×15.6 in and 136.7 lbs.
I took the Anker SOLIX F3000 to a family picnic and quickly became the most popular person at the party.
It also helps that it’s made to be carried horizontally. The lower weight distribution makes it easier to tow using the wheels and built-in handle. I was also able to lift it off the ground by myself without feeling like I was about to strain a muscle.
Of course, don’t expect to easily carry it through a hike, but it will be relatively easy to roll around the campground, lift when going through some steps, or throw it in the trunk.
Anker SOLIX makes some solidly built batteries, and I am happy to report that the F3000 is no exception. While made mostly of plastic, nothing feels cheap or loose. The handle doesn’t wiggle, and the wheels roll smoothly. Overall, I am really liking its portability, cool design, and sturdy build quality.
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