Anker SOLIX C1000 review
Anker SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station
Key specs
The maker's figures.
- Capacity
- 1,056 Wh
- AC output
- 1,800 W
- Weight
- 28.44 lb
- Battery
- LiFePO4
A 1 kWh station with 1,800 W of output, more than Jackery's 1000 v2, so it copes better with kettles, microwaves and tools.
- Best for
- Higher output than most 1 kWh units
- Skip it if
- You want the lightest 1 kWh unit
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Researched, not used. We haven't used this product. This review is built from the maker's specifications, owner reports and our own sizing.
What we like
- 1,800 W output
- Fast solar input (600 W)
Worth knowing
- 27.6 lb
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Our review
Anker lists the SOLIX C1000 at 1,056 Wh of LiFePO4 storage, 1,800 W of continuous AC output with a 2,400 W surge rating, and 28.44 lb. This researched review covers its fast-recharge options, the standby and storage rules in Anker's guide, and how it compares with other 1 kWh units.
What it is and who it suits
The SOLIX C1000 (model A1761) is Anker's 1 kWh power station. Anker's page lists a LiFePO4 battery rated for 3,000 cycles to 80 percent capacity, six AC outlets, two USB-A ports, a 100 W and a 30 W USB-C port and a 12V car outlet, 11 ports in all, plus a 5-year warranty. We also read the exact Amazon listing (ASIN B0C5C89QKZ), which is the same A1761 model and repeats the 1,056 Wh and 1,800 W figures.
It suits a household that wants a high AC rating from a 1 kWh unit, for heat-producing appliances or tools alongside phones and lights. This review is researched, not tested: it relies on Anker's product page, the A1761 user guide and the Amazon listing.
Output, SurgePad and switchover
Anker rates continuous AC output at 1,800 W pure sine wave, with a 2,400 W surge. A feature called SurgePad switches on automatically when total output exceeds the rated output. Anker's FAQ says heat-generating devices work best and that it does not support precision instruments or devices with voltage protection. The user guide adds that it does not work in bypass mode, meaning while the station is charging with AC output on. Try any heavy appliance before an outage rather than assuming it will work.
Anker lists a UPS switch time under 20 ms for keeping devices running when the grid drops.
Recharging: UltraFast and solar
Anker says the C1000 reaches 80 percent in 43 minutes and a full charge in under an hour, and lists AC input recharging at up to 1,300 W. The user guide says recharging at normal speed best protects the battery. Amazon's listing says this UltraFast mode is switched on in the Anker app and needs a smartphone, and that the 43-minute figure assumes no load and an ambient temperature of 68 to 122°F, so set it up before an outage.
Solar input is capped at 600 W (11 to 60 V), and Anker says that gives a full charge in 1.8 hours. For best compatibility Anker names its PS100, PS200 and PS400 panels; our solar panel comparison lists options. AC and solar cannot charge the unit at the same time: AC takes priority.
Weight, size and standby behavior
Anker's spec page lists 28.44 lb (12.9 kg) and 14.8 by 8.07 by 10.5 in. Amazon's listing shows 27.6 pounds, so go with the maker's figure. Amazon's copy says the unit is 15 percent smaller than comparable 1 kWh units.
The user guide says the station powers itself off after 12 hours with the output buttons off and no other loads, and that the standby time can be changed in the app. Anker lists Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for the app, and its FAQ says to connect to a network before using the app for the first time, so set it up while the internet is still on.
Temperature and storage
Anker rates discharging at -4 to 104°F and charging at 32 to 104°F. For storage, its page says to check the battery weekly, charge to 100 percent if it is below 30 percent, and fully charge it every 3 months. The guide warns that a long time at low charge can cause quick self-discharge, so keep it topped up in storage.
How it compares and who should skip it
Next to the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2, capacity is almost the same (1,056 Wh versus 1,070 Wh) and Anker's output is higher (1,800 W versus 1,500 W), but Anker lists 28.44 lb against 23.8 lb. The EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max holds 2,048 Wh at 44.8 lb. Anker's page also shows a C1000 Gen2 with a 49-minute recharge, so check both before buying. Our power station comparison sorts the rest.
Unlike Jackery and EcoFlow, Anker gave no medical-use statement in the page or user guide that we could find. If you rely on powered medical gear, ask Anker and the device maker first and read our guide to medical devices in a power outage. The power outage checklist covers the rest of the plan.
A researched review, built from the maker's specs, manual and US listings; facts checked 22 Oct 2026. Sources: Anker SOLIX: C1000 product page (US); Anker: SOLIX C1000 user guide (A1761, UK English edition); Amazon: Anker SOLIX C1000 listing (ASIN B0C5C89QKZ).
Who shouldn't buy this
Don't buy it if you want the lightest 1 kWh unit.
This is a Researched review: we haven't used this product. We check every specification against at least two independent sources, re-check the US price on a schedule where we can track it automatically, and say plainly who it isn't for. Commissions never change a rating.
If this isn’t the one
Best for The all-rounder for a fridge-and-phones outage
Best for A 1kWh station you can carry one-handed
Best for About 1 kWh for a fridge and essentials
See the comparison →Questions
Can the Anker SOLIX C1000 charge from solar and the wall at once?
No. Anker's FAQ says this is not possible. AC input takes priority, and the station switches to DC recharging automatically when AC charging ends.
Does it work as a UPS during an outage?
Anker lists a UPS switch time under 20 ms, and its guide describes plugging the station into the wall and connecting devices to the AC ports. SurgePad does not work in bypass mode, so test heavy loads on battery.
Can I add more capacity?
Anker's page says an expansion battery adds another 1,056 Wh, for up to 2,112 Wh in total, and offers the C1000 paired with one.
How long will it last?
Anker rates 3,000 cycles to 80 percent capacity with a 5-year warranty, and Amazon's listing describes a 10-year lifespan. Following the storage rules in the guide helps protect the battery.