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A good portable power station makes camping better. These devices power lights, phones, and small appliances when you're outdoors. We spent three months testing power stations to find the best portable power stations for camping. We tested 30 portable power stations over 12 camping trips.

To help you decide, I tested the efficiency, in a variety of scenarios, of the best portable power stations from Jackery, Oupes, EcoFlow, Anker, Goal Zero, Grecell, Bluetti, Dakota Lithium, Lion Energy, Vtoman, and Oupes. ↓ Jump to the Rest of the Field ↓ What to Know Before Purchasing a Portable Power Station

Yes, a portable power station can be used as an uninterruptible power supply. Many portable power stations come with UPS features, like automatic switchover when power loss is detected.

Currently, we look at two main performance metrics for portable power stations: charge time and discharge capacity. Every company that sells portable power stations provides the expected number of watt-hours its products are supposed to last. That can vary from as low as 240 watt hours to as many as 2,000 watt hours for a larger power station.

For portable power stations, capacity is measured in watt-hours (Wh), telling you how much energy the unit stores. Weekend adventures typically need 200-300Wh for smartphone charging and LED lighting. Glamping and campground camping with amenities require 500-700Wh units to power fans, portable coolers, and CPAP machines.

The Oupes Mega 1 is an excellent choice for those seeking a high-value, expandable 1kWh portable power station that doesn't skimp on charging speed or output power. It's well-suited for RVers, campers and for providing home backup for essential devices.