It’s always good to have a backup power in case of emergencies, or a reliable power source while you’re out camping, boating or traveling. And while solar-based generators are a great solution if you live in sunny climes, it’s not always the best option for those of us who don’t get much sun during the day (or in the winter).
So, when it comes to a simple, portable and dependable power solution, our pick is the BailiBatt portable power station, which supplies 300 watts of power in a compact generator that weighs under five pounds. And even though Cyber Monday is over, you can still grab one at a 22% discount on Amazon. Let’s look into what sets this generator apart from the pack.
Bailibatt Portable Power Station, $179.99 (22% off)
The first key concern for any power station is reliability, and the BailiBatt delivers with a solid case and a battery management system that protects against overcharging, overvoltage, overcurrent and short circuits. There’s also a built-in fan that guards against overheating. The battery has a capacity of 257 watt-hours, and BailiBatt estimates it will last through more than 1,000 cycles of use — not bad for a station the size of a lunchbox that can power or charge portable devices like speakers, lanterns and laptops.
The Bailibatt comes with eight outlets that accommodate the full array of AC and DC power connections: two regular power outlets, four USB-A and USB-C outlets, and two DC outlets. You can plug in as many devices as you want; as long as the total of the devices being powered or charged comes in at less than 300 watts of power, the BailiBatt portable power station can handle it. And if you plug in more than 300 watts, the station will automatically shut off.
Using the station couldn’t be simpler — just plug it into any standard outlet to charge it using the included charging cord. You also have the option of charging it by connecting an external solar panel, and you charge it from your car with an optional charge cord. The easy-to-read LCD screen keeps track of how much battery power you have left, and we also appreciate the added touch of a light on the back side of the station, which you can use as a regular lantern or a strobe light in case of emergencies.
The true test of any power station is how it does in the field, and if the reviews of Amazon users are anything to go by, the BailiBatt power station passes with flying colors. Couple that with its portability and ease of use, and the BailiBatt is our choice for a convenient, useful power source that can keep your devices running at home or in the great outdoors.
