I tested this 130-pound power station off-grid - my buying advice after a week

ZDNET's key takeaways The Solix F3800 is a huge portable power station for $4,000, but on sale with a 30% off on Amazon. Its massive 6,000W output (9,000W surge) is more than enough energy to run the biggest home appliances with power to spare. The package is heavy at 130 pounds, but thanks to well-engineered wheels and handles, it's surprisingly easy to move about. $3,999 at Amazon Remember my caveman friend, Will Lord? He's the kind of guy you'd definitely want by your side if you suddenly found yourself transported back 4,500 years to the Bronze Age. I've watched Will craft razor-sharp flint tools, build powerful bows, and create pinpoint-accurate arrows. He's even cast swords and axe heads from bronze. Also: Do wind power generators actually work at home? My results after weeks of testing But even a real-life caveman enjoys a bit of electricity. Over the past few years, Will has been testing a variety of power stations for me. It's the perfect setting for evaluation as the pow ... Read full article.