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The 10 Best Portable Power Stations as of June 2026

Updated 18 June 2026 · Reviewed by the Pickarank team · Prices in GBP, subject to change

We compared the best portable power stations you can buy in 2026, scoring each out of 10 on performance, value, build quality and features. Here are the ten worth your money — with an at-a-glance table and the current best prices.

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Our top picks at a glance

Top pick

EcoFlow Delta 2

9.0Best overall
Check price on Amazon ≈ £700
Best value

Bluetti AC180

8.8Best value 1kWh
Check price on Amazon ≈ £500
Also great

Jackery Explorer 1000 v2

8.9Best for camping
Check price on Amazon ≈ £600

Prices were correct at the time of writing and change often — tap through for today's price on Amazon.

How we ranked these portable power stations

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

  • Performance (35%) — how well each power station does its core job.
  • Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
  • Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
  • Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

#Portable Power StationsScoreBest forCapacityApprox priceAmazon links
1EcoFlow Delta 29.0Best overall1024Wh£700View Price
2Jackery Explorer 1000 v28.9Best for camping1070Wh£600View Price
3Bluetti AC1808.8Best value 1kWh1152Wh£500View Price
4EcoFlow Delta 2 Max8.8Best high-capacity2048Wh£1,100View Price
5Anker SOLIX C8008.7Best fast-charge value768Wh£500View Price
6EcoFlow River 2 Max8.7Best mid-size512Wh£350View Price
7Jackery Explorer 300 Plus8.5Best compact288Wh£250View Price
8Bluetti EB3A8.4Best budget compact268Wh£200View Price
9Anker 521 PowerHouse8.3Best small LiFePO4256Wh£230View Price
10Jackery Explorer 2408.2Best ultra-portable240Wh£180View Price
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The full ranking

1
Best overall

EcoFlow Delta 2

9.0Our number one pick.

EcoFlow's Delta 2 is a versatile portable power station with a big 1kWh capacity, strong 1800W output and very fast recharging, ideal for camping, power cuts and outdoor events. It is heavy and pricey, but the capacity, output and fast charging are excellent.

Capacity: 9.2Output: 9.2Recharge: 9.4Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Big 1kWh capacity
  • Fast recharging
  • Strong 1800W output
Cons
  • Heavy
  • Pricey
Check price on Amazon≈ £700
2
Best for camping

Jackery Explorer 1000 v2

8.9A superb runner-up.

Jackery's Explorer 1000 v2 is a popular, well-rounded power station with solid capacity, quiet operation and easy solar charging, a camping and backup favourite. It recharges a little slower than EcoFlow, but the reliability and value are excellent.

Capacity: 9.0Output: 8.8Recharge: 8.8Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Great for camping
  • Quiet operation
  • Easy solar charging
Cons
  • Slower recharge than EcoFlow
  • Heavy
Check price on Amazon≈ £600
3
Best value 1kWh

Bluetti AC180

8.8Rounds out our top three.

Bluetti's AC180 offers a large LiFePO4 battery, strong output and fast charging at a competitive price, a strong-value mid-size station. It is heavy, but the long-life battery and value are excellent.

Capacity: 9.0Output: 9.0Recharge: 9.0Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Long-life LiFePO4 battery
  • Strong output
  • Great value
Cons
  • Heavy
  • App could be slicker
Check price on Amazon≈ £500
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4
Best high-capacity

EcoFlow Delta 2 Max

8.8A standout in the upper half.

EcoFlow's Delta 2 Max steps up to 2kWh and 2400W for running larger appliances and longer outages, expandable with extra batteries. It is expensive and very heavy, but for serious backup power it is excellent.

Capacity: 9.4Output: 9.4Recharge: 9.2Value: 8.2
Pros
  • Big 2kWh capacity
  • Runs large appliances
  • Expandable
Cons
  • Very heavy
  • Expensive
Check price on Amazon≈ £1,100
5
Best fast-charge value

Anker SOLIX C800

8.7A well-rounded mid-table pick.

Anker's SOLIX C800 pairs a durable LiFePO4 battery with very fast charging and a handy built-in light at a competitive price, a strong all-rounder. It is heavy, but the charging speed and value are excellent.

Capacity: 8.8Output: 8.8Recharge: 9.2Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Very fast charging
  • Durable battery
  • Good value
Cons
  • Heavy
  • App-reliant for some features
Check price on Amazon≈ £500
6
Best mid-size

EcoFlow River 2 Max

8.7Great value in the middle of the pack.

EcoFlow's River 2 Max is a lighter, mid-size station good for laptops, phones, lights and small devices on trips and outages, with very fast recharging. Its output suits smaller loads, but the portability and charging are excellent.

Capacity: 8.4Output: 8.4Recharge: 9.4Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Lighter and portable
  • Very fast recharge
  • Good for small devices
Cons
  • Lower output
  • Smaller capacity
Check price on Amazon≈ £350
7
Best compact

Jackery Explorer 300 Plus

8.5A dependable pick if the price is right.

Jackery's Explorer 300 Plus is a compact, light power station ideal for camping trips, charging phones, cameras and small gear, with LiFePO4 longevity. It won't run big appliances, but for portability and small loads it is excellent value.

Capacity: 8.2Output: 8.2Recharge: 8.6Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Compact and light
  • LiFePO4 longevity
  • Great for small gear
Cons
  • Low output
  • Small capacity
Check price on Amazon≈ £250
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8
Best budget compact

Bluetti EB3A

8.4Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

Bluetti's EB3A is an affordable compact station with surprisingly strong output for its size and fast recharging, good for camping and small backup needs. The capacity is small, but the output and value are excellent.

Capacity: 8.0Output: 8.6Recharge: 8.8Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Strong output for size
  • Fast recharge
  • Affordable
Cons
  • Small capacity
  • Fan can be audible
Check price on Amazon≈ £200
9
Best small LiFePO4

Anker 521 PowerHouse

8.3A budget-friendly option worth a look.

Anker's 521 PowerHouse is a compact LiFePO4 station with long battery life and a built-in light, good for camping and charging small devices. The output is modest, but the durable battery and value are good.

Capacity: 8.0Output: 8.0Recharge: 8.4Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Long-life LiFePO4
  • Compact with light
  • Good value
Cons
  • Modest output
  • Small capacity
Check price on Amazon≈ £230
10
Best ultra-portable

Jackery Explorer 240

8.2Rounds out our top ten.

Jackery's Explorer 240 is a small, light station for charging phones, laptops and cameras on short trips, simple and dependable. It is low-output and older-tech, but for light portable power it is good value.

Capacity: 7.8Output: 8.0Recharge: 8.2Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Small and light
  • Simple and reliable
  • Good for charging gadgets
Cons
  • Low output
  • Older battery tech
Check price on Amazon≈ £180
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the portable power stations in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the EcoFlow Delta 2, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 and Bluetti AC180 are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best portable power stations without overthinking it, the EcoFlow Delta 2 is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ £700

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