Anker SOLIX C800 X Portable Power Station, 1200W (Peak 1600W) Solar Generator with Camping Lights, 768Wh LiFePO4 Battery for Outdoor Camping, RVs, Road Trip, Power Outages (Optional Solar Panel)

This SOLIX C800 is a welcomed addition to Anker’s distinguished line of products in this category. The box is heavy (dense), but manageable for an adult or larger child. The number of connectivity options this particular SOLIX box comes with is compelling and diverse. The ability to plug this into a solar panel (sold separately) or other solar system is a key feature that makes this SOLIX product stand out - although this functionality appears to be more and more common. This product comes with the cables to do so. The portable battery bank market seems to move fast and things are “dated” rapidly. Nonetheless, this 1200W box holds its own in the line up. The app integration is well done and it is nice to be able to manage the box from the app, although that is entirely optional and by no means a necessary feature for this box to perform. The visualizations indicating the power remaining and other statuses are easy to understand and simple. The usability of this box is overall very good and the handles are well placed for portability. Perhaps the most innovative feature of this box is the lid. It opens up and contains handheld flashlights that can be attached via a magnet to a telescoping pole. This is perhaps useful outdoors, but is very useful indoors to fill a dark space. The display (or the app) smartly displays the remaining time at current power draws to the user. Make note, you will hear this box as it runs on intense tasks (ie: powering a coffee maker in the kitchen as opposed to charging your cell phone). This is a great box at a great price. As long as one doesn’t expect this to power their house or something, it is respectable for short term power outages or mobile applications (overlanding etc.) without breaking the bank. I own multiple Anker SOLIX products. This is probably my favorite.

After viewing the c800 on YouTube I immediately ordered it. It is way better in person, lol. The c800 includes a telescoping pole to attach two hand help flashlights included with the solar generator. The two flashlights charge inside the top portion of the generator. The flashlights have 3 modes and have a dimming control by pressing and holding down on the power button. Very cool feature. The c800 generator also includes a forward facing strip light with 3 modes and an SOS feature. Solid build, good size, works great. Highly recommend.

So far a great product. Bought for power outages along with the C1000 Plus and C2000 Plus. All of them work as advertised. Silent when using and very quick recharging from house outlet.

We rarely write reviews this detailed, but the Anker SOLIX C800 Plus Portable Power Station absolutely deserves it. After using it for camping, a weekend RV trip, and even a brief power outage at home, we can confidently say this is one of the best portable power stations on the market. Power & Performance (1200W / 1600W Peak): This unit delivers serious power. It handled our portable fridge, LED lights, phone chargers, and even a small coffee maker without breaking a sweat. The 1600W peak gives you real confidence when running devices that temporarily draw extra wattage. No flickers, no drops — just stable, reliable power. Battery Capacity (768Wh LiFePO4): The LiFePO4 battery is a huge selling point. Not only is it safer and more durable than standard lithium batteries, but the capacity is perfect for multi-day trips. We used it continuously over two nights while camping, and it still had juice to spare. The long cycle life also means this investment is built to last for years. Built-In Camping Lights: A surprisingly useful feature! The lights are bright, energy-efficient, and perfectly positioned. Whether you’re setting up camp after dark or just need ambient lighting around the tent or RV, the built-in illumination eliminates the need for extra lanterns. Outdoor Convenience: Between the compact design, sturdy handle, and quiet operation, it’s clear Anker engineered this for real-world use. It fits easily in the trunk, doesn’t add a lot of weight, and runs almost silently — a huge plus when you’re outdoors and want peace and quiet. Solar Compatibility: We opted for the solar panel setup, and it was a game changer. The recharge speed was surprisingly fast for a unit this size. Even on a partly cloudy day, it steadily gained power. Being able to recharge anywhere without relying on an outlet completely transforms long camping trips. Reliability for Emergencies: During a recent power outage at home, this unit powered essential devices (Wi-Fi, lights, phones, and a fan) without issue. Knowing we have a dependable backup source gives tremendous peace of mind. Build Quality & Safety: Like all Anker products, it feels premium and solid. The LiFePO4 chemistry adds another layer of safety, and the screen gives clear, accurate readings for input/output and remaining runtime.

Recently went fishing with my family Took this unit with me and all of our electronics were kept topped off! I love the portability and the unit is extremely reliable. I highly recommend it. So much so, that I picked up a second unit. Great job Anker!

I bought this variant for camping with boy scouts. I went with Anker as they are well known and more likely to last and honor warranty beyond 30 days which is when most companies stop caring. You can get higher capability with an off brand, but this is my main reasoning for Anker. I went ahead and bought the plus for the lighting system, and I must say that I believe the lights are well worthwhile! I feel like they undersell the lights which are extremely good. The lights auto-recharge when placed in their docking stations and the extended rod screws into the base and the light can attach magnetically anywhere on the ball at the top. The light cannot face downwards though as the side of the light hits the bottom pole part so about 10 degrees down is as good as you can get. Each light has three modes. First is a white flashlight around 5000kelvin. So its a neutral white. One thing I did not know until I tried it is that it is Adjustable! If you hold down the button it will start becoming brighter and brighter. If you hold the button again, it will start becoming more and more dim. For the flashlight mode, I believe it starts at max brightness, so you can only dim it, but this is pretty helpful to avoid killing your night vision and save energy and not annoy others. It can dim pretty far down. The second mode is a 3000kelvin lantern like mode but with spot LEDs. I never really use this mode. The third mode is a 2500kelvin lantern that uses a single big LED so it is a more pleasant light that isnt so bright to look at since it lacks the hotspots of the other. It can be brightened significantly as well as dimmed. I found that increasing brightness really helps when I mount it inside my tent, especially when my eyes are not used to the dark yet. The only real issue with the lights is that they take up space that normally would be charging wires and such for your devices which could be stored in the protected area. You can still shove a few short cords in, but it may have issues closing all the way.

I’ve been testing the Anker C800 Solix for about six months, and while it’s a nice little power station, it leaves me wishing I had gone with the C1000 instead. I mainly charge it with a 100W solar panel, and it does fine powering my daily devices and even running my 3D printer. The problem is that it just doesn’t hold enough charge to run the printer full-time, and with how slow the panel charges, it makes things a bit frustrating. One of the advertised features is the built-in flashlights, which sounded cool at first, but in reality I barely use them. They’re also pretty dim compared to a cheap flashlight or lantern, so I don’t really see the value there. At the time, the C800 and C1000 were about the same price, and considering the size difference isn’t that big, it would’ve made much more sense to go for the extra battery capacity instead of built-in lights. Overall, it’s a decent battery pack, but for the price, it doesn’t feel like the best value. If you’re shopping, I’d recommend skipping this one and getting the C1000 or something larger (1kWh+). I’ll likely look at a bigger model next time, maybe even from another brand to compare.

Anker Solix is gold standard. Would not have chosen any other due to glowing reviews compared to alternate brands. High output: Brewed coffee with counter-top coffee maker with ease: used about 36% of capacity. Like the phone app for remote control/monitoring. One note, though: Plug the unit end of the 120v power cord in ALL THE WAY. I did not push hard enough to seat it firmly. It charged but seemed loose, which I mistook for a defect. User error. Once I pushed it in harder, it seated extremely solidly. Great quality...recommend highly.