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POTEK Portable Power Source 1500 Peak 750 Instant Amps Jump Starter 300W Inverter 150 PSI Air Compressor
Last Updated: May 2, 2020 (Refresh Now)
8.1
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
441
Old Reviews
17
Unverified
15
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Review Analysis - 409 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Charging
76charger, charged, battery, fully charged, jump
+79%
-21%
" ... It also seems to hold a charge very well. ... "
" ... The air compressor, light, and charging ports are very nice touches. ... "
" ... I like that it charges a car battery and fills a car tire ... "
" ... Powers up a dead battery like no ones business and works great for charging phones!! ... "
" ... Positive and negative studs so I can use a more powerful charger when needed. ... The trickle charger provided is ok, it seems, when it's plugged in and utilizes the circuit board and the front facing LED's for showing battery power level. ... No feedback through the circuit board when I use a larger charger. ... "
" ... One of the features I like is the storage compartment for all of the charging devices. ... "
" ... I will use it to charge items and run a small fan during power outages. ... "
" ... The unit ran my WI-FI and TV, and charged my phone and tablets during power outages. ... "
Battery Life
72charge, jump, charged, fully charged, dead
+57%
-43%
" ... I plugged it in and a light lit reading 'maintaining battery' ... "
" ... I bought this as a little Christmas gift for myself because my car battery died and I bought a small bike for my daughter. ... The funny thing is I was doing the manufacturers recommended 24 charge of the Potek in my house at the time. ... "
" ... better than the costco powerstation battery jump starters! ... it is lighter and easier to charge. ... used a few times to start an almost dead battery. ... "
" ... Heat destroys equipment and batteries so seems like a reasonable precaution. ... "
" ... This thing is a life saver! ... "
" ... Battery worked great on my generator. ... "
" ... Oddly enough the day after this item arrived I needed to use it to jump my car I had fully charged it overnight the night before and it started my vehicle very quickly. ... "
" ... I live in a cold climate and the item holds its charge well enough that I can store it in my truck and recharge it after a few uses, though I'm sure I'd get many more uses per charge if I needed. ... "
Size
35carry, unit, smaller and lighter, portable, handy
+91%
-9%
" ... Perfect for travel! ... "
" ... It`s compact, easy to carry and anyone can use it ... "
" ... They come in real handy. ... "
" ... The unit is smaller and lighter than a previous unit and does the job well, at a very affordable price. ... "
" ... Handy in my trunk ... "
" ... Compact, can take it with you, store it. ... "
" ... Like the portability and price. ... "
" ... The machine is compact,easy to carry around,and easy to use ... "
Product Reliability
32months, worked, started, compressor, year
+63%
-38%
" ... We have used it 2x in the last 2 months & it seems to work better each time!! ... "
" ... I've had it for 6 months now sitting in the car and it still works. ... "
" ... It appears well made and so far 0 issues. ... "
" ... EXACTLY what we needed to replace our old unit that didn't work anymore after 5 years . ... "
" ... Had Husky for almost 12 years. ... "
" ... Only had it for a few months but it’s is excellent! ... "
" ... We have had three items like this over the last 20 years. ... "
" ... Bought this about 6 months ago. ... "
Marketplace
25product, seller, works as advertised, item, described
+76%
-24%
" ... It worked as described ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... best item i've ever ordered from amazon. ... "
" ... Great product, as described! ... "
" ... Everything works as advertised. ... "
" ... Fast shipping, received earlier than originally stated. ... "
" ... Item works as described. ... "
" ... Thank You C.MOORE ... "
Price
21money, product, worth, waste, well
+81%
-19%
" ... Great for the price ... "
" ... Worth every penny. ... "
" ... I hardly ever write a review on anything, but, all in all, this gadget did what I needed at the price point I was happy to pay. ... "
" ... Thanks for quality and price ... "
" ... saves time and money ... "
" ... This is great investment of money spent. ... "
" ... This one seems solid and at a good price. ... "
" ... Decent for the price. ... "
Ease of Use
19use, easy, read, instructions, works
+100%
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... It’s was very easy to use, instructions were also understandable and I love it ... "
" ... Had some issues with my car tire -- This POTEK device was incredibly easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use ... "
" ... It's easy to use ... "
" ... The machine is compact,easy to carry around,and easy to use ... "
" ... It’s also very easy to use and works very well! ... "
" ... Light and easy to use ... "
Features
16features, feature, unit, jump, hope
+88%
-13%
" ... I hope the company comes out with a better idea for the light. ... "
" ... Has more features than more expensive ones. ... "
" ... Strong enough and the features are good . ... "
" ... It's really just a bonus feature that does work . ... "
" ... Has lots of features, good product. ... "
" ... Havent had the opportunity to use the jump start feature. ... "
" ... Used off and on for the past 6 months for jump starting and air compressor features. ... "
" ... Hope the air feature works longer than other air units I purchased over the years. ... "
Build Quality
15durable, broke, flimsy, air, seems
+40%
-60%
" ... (1) flimsy plastic negative cable handle broke, (2) battery won't fully charge (3) air compressor does not work. ... "
" ... First time using it the cheap plastic clamps broke very unhappy ! ... "
" ... No auto-shutoff, cannot view pressure from above, very lengthy time to fill auto tires and plastic on door became brittle and broke off easily. ... "
" ... It is all cheap brittle plastic. ... "
" ... I loved the portability of the compressor and the confidence of always having a jump—until the thing broke out of nowhere. ... "
" ... Came with a broken door to the compartment for the air compressor the jack clamps are crap plastic it didn't work at all I followed the instructions charger prior to the whole works I put a $10 speed delivery on it came on the last possible day and came damaged ... "
" ... The side doors were broken (that hold the accessories) and I asked for replacement parts. ... "
For Travel
13trip, used, trips, road, really
+100%
" ... We purchased this for our daughter as she was getting ready for a long road trip. ... She really enjoyed having it on the trip and was able to get good use out of it to air her tires and charge her devices. ... "
" ... I like the fact that I can keep it topped up by charging it on long road trips in my car. ... "
" ... Works great, we use it for everything and it’s great for camping ... "
" ... It's also awesome for camping. ... "
" ... Perfect for travel! ... "
" ... This thing came in right in time for or camping trip. ... Was really useful during our 4 day camping trip! ... "
" ... The one thing I take on all my trips!! ... "
" ... I also used ALOT while camping. ... "
Product As Described
12described, worked, see, everything, tire
+83%
-17%
" ... Everything worked as advertised. ... "
" ... As you can see by the pics, I've added some things. ... "
" ... Item works as described. ... "
" ... Everything works as advertised. ... "
" ... Great product, as described! ... "
" ... Its exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
Ports
12port, power, volt, source, ports
+67%
-33%
" ... The power source (USB feature) does an excellent job powering up several phones during the day. ... "
" ... Pretty solid unit - wish it had more USB ports like my previous unit, but easily fixed by getting a USB hub. ... "
" ... Has the 2 AC plug in ports on the back for phone charges and a few other light duty items, USB port on the front. ... "
" ... With additional power output options including a USB port, 12 volt port and 120 volt std wall outlet port. ... "
" ... With additional power output options including a USB port, 12 volt port and 120 volt std wall outlet port. ... "
" ... everything, has outlets, usb port, tire inflator, car charger, etc. ... "
" ... ), usb charging port for round the campfire, and a big led light if ya need it. ... "
Returns
11back, replacement, working, sent, sending
+36%
-64%
" ... It quit working and started smoking the third time we used it but it can't be returned. ... "
" ... I’ve sent an email and no response back! ... "
" ... Wish i can return it. ... "
" ... Is it possible to return? ... "
" ... I'm in the process of having this item returned. ... "
" ... I am stuck here and can't return via Amazon! ... "
As Gift
10christmas, bought, son, dad, battery
+100%
" ... Love mine and just ordered one for my Dad for Christmas. ... "
" ... Was a gift for the Mister. ... "
" ... I was told this is the best gift they have ever received. ... "
" ... Gave this for a Christmas gift. ... "
" ... This a Christmas gift to my fiancée. ... "
" ... I GUARANTEE YOU WILL LOVE BUYING THIS FOR YOURSELF OR AS A GIFT FOR SOMEONE. ... "
" ... It was a gift for my son. ... "
" ... So I bought it for a gift for him as a surprise gift. ... "
Storage
10compartments, trunk, small, nice, hold
+70%
-30%
" ... Will see how it holds up. ... "
" ... very good product, it is large though, so make sure you have enough room in your trunk. ... "
" ... Compact and nice that there's little compartments to stow the cords, etc. ... "
" ... but I love the size and shape of this (doesn't tip over like another one I have had) and the compartments to store accessories. ... "
" ... The storage is great. ... "
" ... It small and does not take up a lot of space. ... "
Fit
10fit, air, used, truck, fits
+60%
-40%
" ... I use this to ensure my trailer tires stay inflated properly and it's very easy to use. ... "
" ... Right out of the box, this did exactly what I wanted it to do - inflated two flat tires, and jump-started, a long-dormant motorcycle. ... "
" ... I've only used it to put air in the car Tires and it seems to work well ... "
" ... Nice and compact and fits well in the car. ... "
" ... To keep the meter from being annoying, I robbed a APU of its on/off switch and it fits perfectly on the side ... "
" ... Great so far, have used it several times to start lawn equipment, Like the compact size to fit behind the seat of the pick up truck ... "
Cables
9power, jumper cables, jumper, wires, things
+33%
-67%
" ... (1) flimsy plastic negative cable handle broke, (2) battery won't fully charge (3) air compressor does not work. ... "
" ... Buy jumper cables instead. ... "
" ... Good on everything but no like jumper cables burn out at the first time.and the outlets does not work . ... "
" ... Tried to jump a car with a power problem it smoked up the box and almost fried the wires into. ... "
" ... Everything else worked fine but not 12v on the jumper wires. ... "
Power Consumption
7use, lot, inverter, works, well
+86%
-14%
" ... Inverter powers most small tools and appliances. ... "
" ... This unit has a lot of versatility (DC power, jumpstarting, ac power), once i figured out the portions needed for the switches (need for the versatility) it started a truck that had been stored over winter in the cold with no problem. ... "
" ... The power inverter works well! ... "
Overall performance
7speed, slow, done
+86%
-14%
" ... Twice so far got the job done. ... "
" ... Twice so far got the job done. ... "
" ... Potek you are already worth the price I paid in convenience and speed. ... "
" ... It does its job. ... "
" ... Does the job! ... "
" ... Does its job! ... "
Capacity
6used, use, times, large, home
+83%
-17%
" ... Bought this for our family as we do a lot of baseball tournaments. ... "
" ... very good product, it is large though, so make sure you have enough room in your trunk. ... "
" ... Works great for occasional household use . ... "
" ... around the house. ... use: at home/ farm use ... "
" ... I recently moved from a house to an apartment building. ... "
Sound Quality
6slowly, fills, unit, speakers, several
+50%
-50%
" ... As of now, the most useful thing is the air compressor (though it fills slowly). ... "
Delivery
6product, package, good, fast, condition
+83%
-17%
" ... Delivered in good condition ... "
" ... Fast shipping, received earlier than originally stated. ... "
" ... Product arrived quickly and in great condition at first however it did work. ... "
Comfort
5tire, feel, wrist, worse, watch
+60%
-40%
" ... now that I have it I feel confident going out to the country or expeditions and finding a surprise. ... "
" ... Feel able to fix most problems with my Potek. ... "
" ... The worse: I think my light on my wrist watch is brighter than the LEDs on this thing. ... "
Cooling
4air, purchased, item, minutes, 10
+50%
-50%
" ... The air compressor will push up to 150 ... "
Weight
4light, truck, portable, battery
+75%
-25%
" ... duty truck, the light is nice to have. ... "
" ... Portable,lighter weight than others,but does everthing you need ... "
Setup
3read, easy to use, also
+100%
" ... It’s was very easy to use, instructions were also understandable and I love it ... "
" ... Ready to use straight out of the box and clear instructions ... "
" ... This setup works for me. ... "
For Kids
3+100%
" ... Use it to inflate balls for the kids outdoor play, and bike, and car tires! ... "
" ... I purchased this for my boyfriend because I was afraid his old suv would give out while transporting his sons to or from school. ... "
" ... Bought for my son. ... "
Accuracy
3seems, accurate
+100%
" ... PSI gauge could be more accurate. ... "
" ... Can't speak to readings above that. ... "
Device Compatibility
3charge
+67%
-33%
" ... I use it at my pool to power LED party lights, laptops, charge cell phones, etc. ... "
" ... Worklight helps to see what your working on and even can charge your phone or laptop. ... "
Network
3car, around
+100%
" ... around the house. ... "
" ... This was in the 36-40psi range. ... "
" ... I recently moved from a house to an apartment building. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
USB: Yes
Display
Type: LED