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For peace of mind: Anker Solix portable power stations up to 46% off for Prime Day

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Amazon’s Prime Day is a great time to look for portable power station deals, as these devices can get pretty expensive. They’re a necessity for every home though, and if you don’t have one yet, you should check out these two offers for Anker Solix portable power stations. The Anker Solix C1000, originally sold for $799, is down to $429 for a $370 discount, while the Anker Solix F3800 Plus, originally sold for $4,799, is down to $2,699 for a $2,100 discount. However, if you’re interested in taking advantage of either of these bargains, we highly recommend moving fast because we’re not sure if they’ll remain on sale through to the end of the shopping event.

Anker Solix C1000 — $429 $799 46% off

The Anker Solix C1000 is a portable power station that you can bring during your outdoor adventures, or to use with your devices whenever there’s a power outage at home. With a capacity of 1,056Wh and output of up to 2,400W, it will be able to deliver enough juice for most appliances. With an AC power supply and UltraFast charging enabled through the Anker app, the portable power station’s battery can go from zero to 100% in as quick as 58 minutes, though you can also recharge it with a 600W solar panel is an fast as 1.8 hours. The Anker Solix C1000 promises 3,000 battery cycles over a 10-year lifespan, and it’s 46% off right now for savings of $370.

Anker Solix F3800 Plus — $2,699 $4,799 44% off

If you want a portable power station that can support your whole home, you should go for the Anker Solix F3800 Plus, which we gave an impressive score of 4.5 stars out of 5 stars in our review. Its base capacity of 3,840Wh can be expanded to 26,880Wh if you purchase additional expansions batteries, and it can provide 6,000W of AC output that can run appliances such as air conditioners, washers, and dryers. The Anker Solix F3800 Plus can be charged using an AC outlet, solar panels, or gas generators, and it can even be paired with the Anker Solix Home Power Panel to function as a whole-house backup system. Get it now while it’s 44% off, for a massive $2,100 discount.

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