@vernroach3413
Semi retired HVAC man here...Most excellent video...I learned a lot...More than anywhere else, and I've looked...Thank you.
@UPdan
I think a 600w and a 1500w cover most of my needs but once you buy one, you can't stop. I have 4 now.
@kencrawford9199
THIS is what the Internet was originally designed for. For experts to educate us. So rare these days to find exactly this. Excellent job my friend, I came here looking for some information, found it, and then some. This should be required viewing before anyone is allowed to post a vid on YouTube.
@lindacondray7918
Adding a comment for the algorithm. BEST “review” video I’ve ever seen for these types of devices. THANK YOU!
@heathers510
This has been so helpful! My husband has an LVAD, (heart pump) and he will ALWAYS need to be connected to batteries or a wall outlet in order to live! Scary. So we are looking at multiple options to have for him in case of emergencies. Generator, portable power, etc. This really helped me wade through the portable power units in order to make an informed decision. Thank you!
@Drmikekuna
I have been a part-time van dweller since 2018 when I converted a Promaster cargo van with my friend's help. Because of this, I have been deeply entrenched in the topic of solar generators. My first unit was a Goal Zero AGM; I now have a Pecron. I'm very pleased with the Pecron, which doesn't offer a lot of bells and whistles but has really solid performance. It powers my electric needs, including a 12v fridge, roof fan, induction hotplate, and even a small (600-watt) microwave. I keep it charged with 400 watts of solar on my roof, and about 90% of the time, the solar is sufficient to keep me going on extended trips. Recently, I was camped in a shaded area (over 95F, so I chose shade over solar), and I had to charge my system by alternate means, but that is the exception instead of the rule. Going the route of a solar generator saved me a lot of headaches when I was building my van out (instead of building my own system). Everything came in one package, and everything was matched to work properly. All of this is not why I'm writing this post. I just wanted to compliment you on your excellent presentation. It was clear, well-organized, comprehensive, and accurate (at least based on my knowledge). You are a fantastic teacher. I'm not sure what you do for your day job, but you should be doing something where you are instructing others, as you have a real gift in that area. Keep up the excellent work.
@Mama_esta_presa
I loved how you only brought up liking the video once you presented a good chunk of information and honestly asked for those who considered the information you presented as valuable to do so, it comes up as a honest reminder / request rather than the usual way people do it. Thank you.
@rodh2168
Well organized and well spoken. I've waded through many videos doing my due diligence before making a power station purchase and found yours to be the most informative and thoughtful. I didn't need to be entertained by a hokey accent nor wanted to try to decipher an unprepared and confusing presentation. You weren't trying to entertain me. You were trying, and succeeded, to inform me. I look forward to your other videos. Thank you.
@thepixelcatcher
Was about to purchase the Jackery Explorer 300 with the (less safe) lithium-ion battery but after watching this video I decided to go with the Jackery 300 Plus with LiFePO4 battery instead. The Explorer was $289 here in Canada but I picked up the 300 Plus with a 40W solar panel for $459--after discount. Here in Canada that would probably be considered a 'good deal' or at least the best price I could find. You're right about the safety factor though, in the rare event a regular battery fails it could burn down my home or set my car on fire. Kind of worth the extra few dollars for peace of mind. The extended battery life is just a bonus.
@pacman4568
When it comes to recharging your power pack, while camping. Take it with you to the local pub covered up in a bag. Find a table next to a power outlet and plug your power pack in while having a few relaxing beers. 😃😃😃
@juszczaq
Can’t thumbs up this enough times. There’s so many bullshit review or guide videos out there, which will never get into the practical details. Yet they’re chalk full of irrelevant info. But this one — amazing works and such great and relevant information.
@huskypup3489
If you want to make coffee while camping, a Jet Boil would provide much more energy in less weight than any power station. And for refrigeration, you can use ice in a cooler, backed up by dry ice to keep the ice cold.
@ReubenCornell
FINALLY an unsponsored video - thank god.
@PattymacMakes
I have a collection of ecoflow stations that I bought primarily as emergency back up power. One thing I can say about that is it is very much like camping when you’re home in an extended outage so maybe that has something to do with the silly marketing. I don’t really know. If l had it to do over I would have concentrated on the larger, expandable Delta line and less on the small River line. Though I love the River for it’s light weight and ease of use to power lights or computer in an outage. I run my Delta’s now to power my fridge and freezers on solar pass through. It reduces my grid consumption and gives me a clear idea of what needs to be done in an emergency situation. My most recent purchase is the Delta2 with a 2000wh expansion battery. Running that with 2 190w HQST panels will run the fridge perpetually as long as the weather cooperates. Your point about max solar input is critically important. I have a River pro with the add on battery which is an 1400wh but I can only load it with 200w solar so it’s generally a two day process to recharge that set up. It’s great for some things but I much prefer the Delta line for home use. I didn’t know anything about any of this when I started, and I still don’t fully understand the specifics. I’m not an electrician. But I can understand my power stations snd how best to use them.
@iwdbuckley
This was the most clear, informative video I’ve ever watched. Amazing!
@r.f.pennington746
Good vid. Wanted to add another thought, the one which sold me. I bought an Anker 767 (2048Wh) a year ago and added a 2600Wh expansion battery a month ago. Living in a 300 sq ft off-grid cabin. Several brands would give me what I needed, but my final criteria was QUIETness of the cooling fan. When you have a solar generator six feet from your ears, we didn't need to be waking up every time it cooled! Anker just seemed to beat out the rest in that department.
@thecapone45
I’m not even in the market for a portable generator or anything but I still find it enjoyable to listen to this lol.
@alainleger8973
Best overview I have had so far, the power position in South Africa has become challenging with 2 to 4 periods of 2 hours each daily when power is off- This is becoming a real test for my Ecoflow, , not camping, not for emergency, but to fill in for the failing grid and preparing for when the grid may collapse, with no power for days or weeks. will have to get more Lithium Iron phosphate batteries as I expect to lose 20% pa of the Li-Ion battery capacity at the current number of cycles used as well as going for the maximum possible solar cells and maximum battery size in case of being out of grid power for days already,the grid has the problem of numberless inverters all coming to recharge the moment power comes back- we may end up like South Australia where 60% of houses run on solar-the country may end up running its homes with portable stations, it will not be like current 3 phase 60A supply! 19:33
@solutionsagent
Absolutely knocked it out of the park with the clear and useful information, thank you!
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