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Key Takeaways

Best for Extended Outages

How long can the Anker Solix S5000 run a refrigerator?

Powering Everyday Appliances and Electronics

How portable is a 97-pound power station?

Is the Anker Solix S5000 worth it?

Where to Buy

Living in Florida, where severe storms and power outages are always a possibility, I’ve tested quite a few portable power stations over the years. The new Anker Solix S5000 is one of the most impressive yet. With a massive 5,024-watt-hour (Wh) battery, 4,500 watts of output, and the ability to power both 120-volt and 240-volt appliances, it’s designed to keep your household essentials running when the grid goes down. After a month of testing it at my Florida home ahead of its October 27 release, I was particularly impressed by just how long it lasted.

Impressive runtime for emergencies.…