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ROCKPALS 500W Portable Power Station 540Wh Lithium Battery Solar Generator Backup Power Supply with 110V AC Outlet 2 DC Port Car Port Type C QC 3 0 Emergency Light for Camping Home CPAP
Last Updated: May 7, 2020 (Refresh Now)
8.3
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
76
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
4
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2
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Yes
USB
Yes
GPS
LCD
TYPE
Review Analysis - 72 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Charging
28solar panel, rockpals, station, solar, car charger
+96%
-4%
" ... I will be purchasing the solar panels too, so make sure the station can function in the event of longer outages. ... "
" ... Arrived in a timely fashion, almost fully charged (99%). ... "
" ... I do lots of travel and camping and the battery is useful for keeping my devices charged. ... You can charge it by either plug it in, from your car or if you have a solar panel charge it that way. ... "
" ... It charges great with the 100w Rockpals solar panel. ... The pure sine wave inverter works great and it has a built-in MPPT charge controller. ... This unit runs my portable ice maker all day while camping while it's also charging from the solar panel. ... It charges at about 100w from AC which is just as good as anything else this size. ... "
" ... This power station gives me the capability to recharge my e-bike battery from renewable energy. ... "
" ... At the same time we charge our cellphones. ... "
" ... I really like how small and light this portable charger is. ... It was delivered faster than anticipated and with 85% charge! ... "
" ... It's great for keeping the lights on and my devices charged when PG&E turns off the power! ... "
Battery Life
18capacity, rockpals, station, solar panel, 540 wh
+94%
-6%
" ... I then recharged it using their solar panel which worked great as well. ... "
" ... Will get a solar panel in case of longer outages, but I still have 43% left on my battery! ... "
" ... This power station gives me the capability to recharge my e-bike battery from renewable energy. ... "
" ... At the same time we charge our cellphones. ... "
" ... It charged up fully pretty fast. ... "
" ... For that reason, I have invested in good-quality battery chargers and ones with 3-panel solar charging capabilities. ... --- 150W solar panel: 5-12 hours, depending on weather conditions. ... --- The number of bars on the battery graphic shows the remaining capacity left. ... --- Goal Zero's battery is user replaceable ... --- In a perfect lab environment, solar panels charge at the indicated wattage (ie. ... The heat generated by the battery will keep it running as best as it can ... - To prolong the battery lifetime while in storage, keep the station fully charged every 3 months ... "
" ... and it can be charged multiple devices at the same time. ... "
" ... It is a little heavy for portable usage, but that is expected for its power rating This is a cool battery. ... "
Size
15light, portable power, weight, emergency, power station
+100%
" ... We brought it camping with us and it was light weight and easy to carry. ... "
" ... like the size, weight and watts for use with my cpap ... "
" ... This portable power station is big on power, at 540Wh, but relatively light for its capacity. ... In all, this is an excellent portable power source for emergency or off-the-grid recreational use. ... "
" ... Other than wishing it had a metal grip handle, its Perfect for its Size. ... "
" ... It’s light weight & compact. ... "
" ... I really like how small and light this portable charger is. ... "
" ... Getting this wonderful portable and heavy duty power station in case of an emergency given the current situation in the U.S . ... "
" ... Very portable and has many uses. ... "
Power Consumption
12outage, generator, outages, ac, wattage
+100%
" ... _ it shows me how much power is currently being consumed ... "
" ... After the recent power outages in California I researched all the "power station" options. ... "
" ... I used it many times during power outages. ... "
" ... --- Max 12-24V with no minimum wattage, though I recommend using a panel that's between 30W – 150W at 18V ... - To calculate how much Wattage a device uses: Voltage x Amperage ... "
" ... I haven't put it to use yet but happy to own it for our next power outage. ... "
" ... This will come in real handy during a long term power outage and will probably be used daily to try saving power using my 100w solar panel. ... "
" ... I also didn't want to invest a lot of money and deal with hassle of a gas power generator. ... "
" ... It is high capacity power. ... "
Ports
8output, dc, suaoki, pronged, dc ac usb
+88%
-13%
" ... This is very easy to use - simply turn on the associated output (DC/AC/USB) and plug your device in. ... "
" ... I have it hooked to a 100W renogy solar panel with MC4 cables and the adapter that it came with - thanks Rockpals for including! ... "
" ... This allowed me to easily plug in my Ethernet modem from my ISP and my Wi-Fi router to keep my Internet and VOIP up and running. ... "
" ... My main unit or the 500W is excellent back up source for USB, 12DC, & 115VAC. ... "
" ... - Can power AC and DC at the same time (each port has a maximum, but the AC one can handle a continuous 500W, peaking at 1000W) ... - Multiple output ports ... --- 1x QuickCharge 3.0 USB, 2x USB-A (2.4A), and 1x USB-C ... --- Suaoki provides the same output types with the following differences: 2x three-pronged AC outlets, 3x QuickCharge 3.0 USB ... - DC, USB, and AC outputs can be individually controlled ... --- Suaoki controls DC and AC separately, but groups USB with the DC Out ... --- You have to manually switch off each type: DC, AC, USB ... - Only 1 out of the 2 AC outlets accepts a 3-pronged plug ... --- Suaoki provides two 3-pronged AC outlets ... "
" ... My home network included, a Firewall/router, LTE Modem, 2 POE Switches that powered 3 access points, and I had a lamp at a table. ... "
" ... _ The built-in lighting system and the various output modes (USB, 12v, and 110v - I have need for all of them) ... "
Features
7led, built in light, touch, nice, emergency
+100%
" ... - I am really apprehensive about the fact that it feels so light ... "
" ... The light is a nice touch in an emergency or when camping in your tent. ... "
" ... The 3 stage led light is also a convenient option. ... "
" ... I like the look & feel, the small size and built in light with three brightness settings is a wonderful feature. ... "
" ... LED built in light has 3 levels . ... "
" ... Haven’t used it yet, however, the reviews I have read have been great and it is full of features. ... "
" ... The built in LIGHT is so convenient and a great idea! ... "
For Travel
6us, travel, go, car, bought
+100%
" ... I bought this for car camping and it seems perfect for that function. ... We take it in the trunk of our car when we travel out of town. ... "
" ... My husband told me last minute that he wanted us to go camping. ... We brought it camping with us and it was light weight and easy to carry. ... "
" ... Just received the unit and looking forward to dry camping and using it to get my CPAP. ... "
" ... It is also great for camping or any outdoor event. ... "
" ... I do lots of travel and camping and the battery is useful for keeping my devices charged. ... "
" ... Overall, I have found this to be an excellent item to have in my camping inventory. ... "
Capacity
6house, family, used, travel, power
+100%
" ... We take it in the trunk of our car when we travel out of town. ... "
" ... My family like how powerful it is that can provide power for my family. ... "
" ... I bought this portable power station for myself, and my whole family loves to travel, put it in the car for use, and love its usb port. ... "
" ... used it at our cabin and loved it ... "
" ... Great for maintaining sanity for the entire family, especially if you have kids who are already freaking out from living in the dark and can be calmed down with feeling "normal" with access to YouTube or streaming videos on a phone or iPad. ... The mini fridge I had was like one of those from college dorm room. ... "
" ... I have a gas generator for the house but plan to use the Rockpals for house lighting and small appliances when the generator is not running. ... "
Display Clarity
6power, led, brightness, wattage, remaining
+100%
" ... The display is great and I love how they installed a second input in the back. ... "
" ... The LCD display show the power level , the temperature and others. ... "
" ... I really like the wattage and hours remaining display as there is no guessing how long it will last under load. ... "
" ... I like the look & feel, the small size and built in light with three brightness settings is a wonderful feature. ... "
" ... The power station features a bright, easy to read display that shows the output wattage, along with an estimated runtime remaining. ... "
" ... The quality of this thing actually surprised me, I love the resolution of the screen and brightness of the led. ... For my big led tv it was about 13 hours! ... "
Marketplace
5website, purchase, ordered, advertised
+80%
-20%
" ... Once I realized that I tried canceling on Amazon and to purchase there. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... It performs as advertised. ... "
" ... COMPANY PROMISES A 20% DISCOUNT ON FUTURE AMAZON PURCHASE. ... "
Build Quality
5rugged, rockpals, cheap, look, inside
+80%
-20%
" ... Time will tell if rugged and lasting. ... "
" ... Other than wishing it had a metal grip handle, its Perfect for its Size. ... "
" ... The product came double boxed with the inside box from Rockpals exceptionally sturdy with foam packing. ... These are rugged products and well made. ... "
" ... - Professional look and sturdy feel, though I prefer the industrial look of the Suaoki's ... - No carry bag included, making it necessary for you to find your own pouch to carry the included charging cables ... - Product packaging, though well-protected, looks cheap from the exterior with its plain, cardboard design. ... "
Product Reliability
4multiple, months, error
+100%
" ... It hasn't failed us yet ... "
" ... Bought this after dealing with multiple planned power shutoffs that lasted multiple days! ... "
" ... are necessary these days . ... "
" ... That's an insane 4 days! ... Suaoki provides 24 months, Goal Zero is 12 months ... "
Returns
4rockpals, return
+50%
-50%
" ... Rockpals, And they responded In a timely fashion sending me a return label to send it back to them offering me a full refund. ... "
" ... I wanted to return it but Amazon wouldnt let me because its lithium. ... "
Device Compatibility
4power, device, charged, wattage, time
+100%
" ... It has multiple plugins for every device you could own. ... "
" ... and it can be charged multiple devices at the same time. ... "
" ... Vary solid device ... "
" ... - Always make sure you test your devices with the power station before you depend on it ... --- However, you CAN use the station to power other devices ... "
Storage
4capacity, zero, minus, goal, needs
+100%
" ... I just received it and have limited experience using it for what I intended it for - powering electronics and a van fridge. ... "
" ... At this point (minus fridge), it estimated I could last about 50 hours. ... So, minus the mini fridge, this is perfect for my current needs. ... "
" ... For its price and larger capacity than the Goal Zero, I am quite happy with this Rockpals. ... "
Design
4use, sturdy, look, jackery, easy
+100%
" ... Very cool looking and easy to use. ... "
" ... I have tested it and so far it looks very promising. ... "
" ... - Professional look and sturdy feel, though I prefer the industrial look of the Suaoki's ... "
" ... In fact I found myself using the Rockpals 500W more than the Jackery based on the layout of its design and most importantly the Rockpals 500W Power station charged much faster than the Jackery. ... "
Ease of Use
3easy
+100%
" ... Very cool looking and easy to use. ... "
" ... However use is easy, simple, and the various plugs are different and can only go in the correct place. ... "
Sound Quality
3sine, power, 500
+100%
" ... Puresine wave inverter will power anything within the 500 W limit like DC motors much more useful than the cheaper modified sound wave Boxes. ... "
" ... - Pure Sine Wave output to protect against damage to sensitive electronics ... "
" ... AS FAR AS THE 500 WATT SINE GENERATOR, THIS IS AN EXCELLENT PRODUCT, WELL DESIGNED AND BUILT! ... "
Cables
3charging, solar, power, included, cables
+100%
" ... I have it hooked to a 100W renogy solar panel with MC4 cables and the adapter that it came with - thanks Rockpals for including! ... "
" ... The power station weighs less than my 100ft extension cord and can power devices off the grid for hours. ... "
" ... - No carry bag included, making it necessary for you to find your own pouch to carry the included charging cables ... "
Weight
3light, us, compact, camping
+100%
" ... We brought it camping with us and it was light weight and easy to carry. ... "
" ... Small, light weight and runs everything I need. ... "
" ... It’s light weight & compact. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
Number of USB ports: 2
USB: Yes
GPS: Yes
Display
Type: LCD