There are many portable charging station models on the market, but which ones are worth considering? Today 24 Channels will give a brief review of three popular options: Jackery Explorer 500, Bluetti EB3A and EcoFlow RIVER 2, priced up to 15,000 Hryvnias

If you are looking for a compact and powerful charging station that will help you survive a power outage or provide autonomy while traveling, this article is for you.

Jackery Explorer 500

Charging station Jackery Explorer 500 / Photo: Jackery

Jackery Explorer 500 is a compact and powerful portable power plant that will be an indispensable assistant in your home, especially during power outages.

This device allows you to charge various appliances and small household appliances, providing comfort and convenience even in emergency situations.

Key features of Jackery Explorer 500

• Capacity: 518 W*h (equipped with a 24 Ah, 21.6 V lithium-ion battery), which allows you to charge smartphones, tablets, laptops and other small electronic devices for several cycles.
• output power: A pure sine wave inverter provides stable power for sensitive electronics with a power of 500 watts.
• Connectors: Multiple connectors including USB, AC (230V / 500W / 1000W peak power) and car cigarette lighter (12V) to connect various devices.
• Weight and dimensions: 301 x 193 x 242 mm and weighs 6.04 kilograms.
• fast charging: The ability to quickly charge both the station itself and connected devices.

In addition, the Explorer 500 is equipped with a high-quality built-in MPPT charge controller, which allows you to quickly and easily charge a solar power station by connecting a separately purchased solar panel.

Thanks to its portability and power, this station can be used both at home and outdoors. Quiet operation will not distract you, and a long battery life will ensure reliable operation for several years (at least, this is what the manufacturer promises).

A wide range of connectors allows you to connect a variety of equipment – from smartphones to work tools. Additionally, the station can power security systems and even some medical equipment, but all of this needs to be considered individually by comparing the features and power requirements of specific devices.

Jackery Explorer 500 price: 18,000 – 20,000 hryvnia.

BLUETTI EB3A

BLUETTI EB3A charging station / BLUETTI photo

BLUETTI EB3A is another portable power station that is perfect for powering your appliances and small appliances at home. It has similar dimensions and features to the Jackery Explorer 500.

Key features of BLUETTI EB3A

• Capacity: 268 W*h is enough to charge smartphones, tablets, laptops and other portable electronic devices.
• Strength: 600 W (peak 1200 W) allows you to connect small household appliances.
• Connectors: Various connectors including USB, AC outlet, car cigarette lighter.
• Battery: LiFePO₄ with long service life and high number of charging cycles.
• fast charging: The ability to quickly charge both the station itself and connected devices.
• Additional functions: Built-in flashlight, overvoltage and short circuit protection.

This multifunctional station allows you to charge a variety of devices, from smartphones to small household appliances, providing convenience and grid independence in many scenarios.

This station also has an additional MPPT input with the ability to connect third-party solar panels that allow the station to be charged from solar energy.

BLUETTI EB3A price: 14,000 – 20,000 hryvnia.

EcoFlow RIVER 2

EcoFlow RIVER 2 charging station / EcoFlow photo

EcoFlow RIVER 2 is a portable power station designed to provide power while traveling or camping and is well-suited for home use during power outages.

Since it is more compact than previous devices, it has more modest specifications, but also has unique advantages.

Key features of EcoFlow RIVER 2

• Capacity: 256 W*h is enough to charge smartphones, tablets, laptops and other portable electronic devices.
• Strength: 300 W (peak 600 W), which allows you to connect small household appliances.
• Connectors: Various connectors: USB, USB-C, AC outlet, car cigarette lighter.
• Battery: LiFePO₄ with long service life and many charging cycles.
• Fast charging: Possibility to charge from 0% to 80% in just one hour.
• Additional features: Built-in flashlight, overvoltage and short circuit protection, capacity increase with additional batteries.

EcoFlow RIVER 2 draws attention with its charging speed. Thanks to X-Stream technology, the station can charge from 0 to 80% in just one hour; which is much faster than most analogues. This allows you to quickly return the station to working condition after use.

In addition, RIVER 2’s compact dimensions and light weight make it easy to carry. If you need a station that will provide power for a laptop, internet and smartphone for business purposes – EcoFlow RIVER 2 is one of the best options, and you can purchase an additional battery for this station if necessary.

EcoFlow RIVER 2 price: 14,000 – 18,000 hryvnia.