If you’ve lived through a power outage, you know the drill: Your freezer defrosts, your phone eventually dies and you’re scrambling for batteries that have somehow changed locations since the last time you needed them. And with hurricane season still going, and winter storms on the way, these situations are likely to become an unfortunate reality for many of us in the coming weeks and months. That’s why it’s important to stay prepared with a power station that’ll get you through the blackouts.
With that in mind, we took a peek through the virtual aisles of Amazon and found some reliable and reviewer-loved power stations that are worth keeping on hand. These are all backed by a minimum rating of 4 out of 5 stars, and they’ll keep laptops, mini fridges, coffee makers, lamps, fans and other essentials running when the power goes out. Best of all, they’re on sale for up to 57% off!
15+ Power Stations on Sale at Amazon
- Beginner-Friendly: New to power stations? This user-friendly Jackery 300 power station has a 292Wh capacity that’ll keep phones, laptops, fans and mini fridges going through short outages — $259 (originally $289)
- The Essentials: This 1500W portable power station keeps fridges, AC units and other essentials running and recharges in just 60 minutes flat — $499 (originally $559)
- Hip to Be Square: This cube-shaped Bluetti AC180 power station has a 1152Wh LiFePO4 battery that can be fully charged in as little as an hour. And the peak 2700W AC handles most household needs in a pinch — $449 (originally $499)
- Workhorse: The BLUETTI Elite 300 packs a full 3014Wh capacity into an ultra-compact design that’ll power appliances like 12V fridges, water pumps and diesel heaters. And with 4.7 stars, it has one of the highest ratings on our list — $1,199 (originally $1,499)
- Heavy Duty: With five AC outlets and and a 3600Wh LiFePO4 battery, the cold-tolerant GROWATT HELIOS 3600 delivers steady electric power for fridges, dryers and other appliances — $1,199 (originally $1,599)
- Kitchen Helper: A 2,400W output and peak 4,000W lets this 4.8-star Anker C2000 Gen 2 run appliances like microwaves and fridges. And the 58-minute full recharge is genuinely impressive — $900 (originally $1,499)
- Extended Use: Long outages are where most power stations fall short, but the 3584Wh capacity of the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus can carry you through multiple days — $1,709 (originally $1,899)
- Jump Starter: This VTOMAN Jump 1500X has a built-in jump starter for your car. That means you get 299Wh of backup power plus the ability to revive a dead car battery — $400 (originally $500)
- Uninterrupted: Sudden outages can fry sensitive electronics. Luckily, this 2048Wh power station has a UPS feature, which stands for “uninterrupted power supply,” keeping things like computers and medical equipment safe — $659 (originally $749)
- Lightweight Lifesaver: Weighing just over eight pounds, this compact power station boasts 350W AC power with two outlets, a USB-C fast-charging port, two USB-A ports and a 12V car socket. The LiFePO4 battery is modest but reliable for phones, lights and small electronics — $140 (originally $180)
- Like a Pro: This 2048Wh DJI Power 2000 goes from zero to 80% in 55 minutes. It also runs 3000W continuous, which is enough for a small AC unit or full kitchen counter — $750 (originally $1,299)
- Small But Mighty: The 10ms UPS switchover on this BLUETTI Elite 30 protects computers and CPAPs during outages, while the power lifting tech pushes the 600W unit to 1500W for resistive loads — $280 (originally $449)
- Plenty of Room: Four AC outlets and five DC output ports on this 3840Wh power station mean you don’t need to fool with power strips during an outage — $1,079 (originally $1,199)
- Bonus Features: Not only can this GRECELL 500W power station support appliances like blenders and CPAP machines, but it also has built-in lights, a cooling fan and a wireless charger for your phone — $180 (originally $420)
- Eight In One: A 10ms UPS, 1.5-hour charge and eight total charging ports make this LIBRIDS C600 station punch above its 640Wh size — $209 (originally $273)
- Whole Home: The four AC outlets on this Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus cover the fridge, a heater, the dryer and a fan with ease. Plus, it sits on wheels so it’s easy to maneuver wherever you need it — $1,709 (originally $1,899)
- Let There Be Light: Need some illumination? This 300-watt Anker SOLIX C300 has a built-in light at the top, as well as a convenient carrying handle that turns it into a portable lantern — $200 (originally $250)
