ANKER 521 Power Station- CHEAPEST Lithium IRON Phosphate! LiFePO4

[@SilverCymbal]

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[@jimsackerman]

Just remember to be logged in with a prime account. I followed your link and it opened in a browser, only showing at $250 until I logged in.

[@nfatu8d]

5 tg

[@nfatu8d]

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[@nfatu8d]

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[@nfatu8d]

K8

[@Samlol23_drrich]

Anker stuff is great. I had an issue and contacted support. They got right back to me and were glad to replace my unit if a reset didn't work. They gave me explicit directions and the reset amazingly worked. All my car chargers and home bricks are Anker. Great stuff

[@SilverCymbal]

That's great to hear, I spend a lot of time looking at reviews when a company makes other stuff and theirs were really good. Much better than some unknown brands out there. Great hear this feedback of your experience!

[@Samlol23_drrich]

@@SilverCymbal I always search for and purchase their products when I'm in that market. For me, buying one well made item trumps replacing multiple poor quality ones.

[@rebellucy5610]

I bought Anker's 1st generation Powerhouse when it was introduced. It is still working. They make a quality product.

[@SilverCymbal]

That's great to hear, I remember in the old Days Anker was unknown but now they have become a huge player in desktop chargers and accessories.

[@veganpotterthevegan]

I wish I did that instead of my trash Rockpals 500🙃

[@overlandersnorthwest]

I also have some smaller phone anker backups and they still work even after years of use

[@AZHighlandHomestead]

It’s great to see lithium iron phosphate batteries in smaller units like this now.

[@kyesniper]

It's wonderful, I love my bluetti EB70.

[@SilverCymbal]

I think thats the dilemma, on a small unit like this, the extra weight isn't noticeable but when you get bigger it becomes a real issue so it seems to make the most sense on very small or very big that are less mobile. I have a feeling in the next 5 years we will see another chemistry that gives us the best of all of it.

[@AZHighlandHomestead]

@@SilverCymbal agreed. The bigger units are great, but heavy. I think lots of people buying power stations or battery banks have historically been on either end of the spectrum, but your example of powering your computer through this unit and having it on battery power automatically if the power goes out is a great example of why this would be a good size. Then it can also be mobile for camping/beach/lake/etc

[@williamdrake3141]

Thanks man. Excellent review. Didn't even know this thing existed. Went and bought one on Amazon. Good job dude. That's probably why I'm subscribed to you.

[@Dirt-Diggler]

You didn't know solar generators existed 🤔 have you been living under a rock 😇

[@williamdrake3141]

@@Dirt-Diggler I did not know that anchor made one this size and based on their quality and customer support I had to have one. Actually I've made battery banks Pretty simple but to have one all put together. Nice like this and on sale for $50 off is pretty good, especially using lithium iron which is like way more durable. I even put an 80 watt solar panel on top of my suburban and it worked awesome! But as far as anchor having this specific product no I didn't know they even make even bigger ones. I'm thinking about getting The even bigger one.

[@ryanmiller4890]

Actually using a 100w solar panel would be the best way to go. If you use a 60w panel you won't get the full 60w, probably end up getting in the high 40's to low 50's. Using a 100w panel would probably get you in the 80's range which would charge the station quite well.

[@makego]

Correct. Also, it has a charge controller built in so it won't "burn out the port" if supplied with 100W solar. A 12V input from a vehicle cig port is typically a 15-amp circuit and it doesn't draw all 180 watts available and blow the fuse, it self-limits to 65W (4+ hours to charge). He also has other misinformation in the video--it's 256Wh, not 298.

[@S.M.A.Batista]

Done, I am sold. Great video as always. I am going to be using this on upcoming camping trip.

[@rickyelvis3215]

excellent concise informative comprehensive.. it’s been a pleasure watching! just ordered the 535 for 799 Aussie dollars.. an absolute bargain (half price )for a quality product! cheers

[@NutScrewGamer]

I've actually wanted some power stations for power backup recently. Just for curious things. We do have stable power but I just need a backup in case it goes wrong.

[@xsauce3858]

298 watts at one hour is in a perfect world where loses does not exist when power is being converted from 12 volts to 120 volts and loses in wires etc.

[@kevyNova123]

I'm going to one and for my two sons... thanks and I love your videos!

[@veganpotterthevegan]

I'd think it would have overcharge protection for bigger panels? It's always good to have more panel(if your system has protection) for overcast days and low angle sun

[@makego]

It does--built-in charge controller that limits to 65W input, just as for the 12V car jack input, which is not regulated otherwise except by 15A fuse (180 watts).

[@cbrown596]

Man, I'm absolutely rustled. I wish I had found this video before I purchased a similar jackery clone. I had no idea Anker was making these now, I've always had a good experience with their stuff.

[@sevenismy]

Watt is not the unit for determining if it can overload the input port, it is volt.

[@makego]

Yes, 28V max input

[@coreygrua3271]

It’s very helpful to know about CPAP use, even though five hours doesn’t take you through the night.

[@glindquist5635]

I’ve found that turning off the humidifier/heater dramatically reduces power usage.

[@gattie12ben]

Thanks for reviewing the more affordable units!

[@martinlutherkingjr.5582]

Another advantage of Lithium iron phosphate cells is they aren’t as volatile as lithium ion cells which means they’re less of a fire hazard.

[@MADMOGtheFrugal]

Great video, thanks for testing the electronics!

[@WTF_BBQ]

I wish I've seen this before i bought the EcoFlow. LiFePO4 is much better for this purpose than the other type of Lithium chemistry.

[@joegadget670]

This is a good solution for my wireless router to use in case of power outages.

[@Will_JJHP]

I have a bunch of Anker products and they're all high quality at a budget price.

[@leogmafire001]

Great video! Very helpful

[@ptravers9077]

I am pumped about this one .. I am a generator guy personally but this has so many uses being the size it is .. you got me after all these power generator doodads this one I would use and actually think is super practical.. GREAT VIDEO MY GUY

[@researchandbuild1751]

Overpriced, can get similar specs from Golabs, their 256Wh unit (the i200) is only $199. Honestly manufactures still need a way to go regarding charging time, the GoLabs i200 seems to limit me charging around almost 70 watts (I felt it is limited also to 65 watts or so). Most Lithium chems can handle 1C charging so I don't know why they don't let us charge it way faster, let it take in 150 watts or something. We have GOT to get charge times shortened to make these devices more useful

[@chadcarrington1218]

You make great videos! Thank you!

[@gavincooper9307]

Love the video

[@MaryDeanDotCom]

You missed a feature, which is that the light can also do an SOS signal.

[@travelinvanman706]

It' doesn't have fast charge USB ports..only will take a 60w solar...I have the jackery 300 I got on sale on Amazon for only $50 more...plus I bought the bluetti 120w solar panel..that combo is great for off grid camping

[@maxoverridemax]

Question why would the wattage on the solar matter. To my understanding a device will only draw the amount of power it needs. So if it's hooked up to 100 watt solar panel wouldn't it only draw the 60 watts it needs and nothing else? For example I have a DC cooler that has a 48 watts draw. But my Jackory can put out 100 watts but the cooler only draws the 48 it needs to run.

[@makego]

You're correct; the built-in charge controller limits input to 65W. He doesn't understand this.

[@maxoverridemax]

@@makego I don't even think the built-in charge controller will regulate the current. The current should regulate itself. I took an Electronics class along time ago. The way my teacher explained it to me was this. If you match the voltage requirements of a load and the minimum current requirements it will work if the current supply is larger the load will simply use what it needs and nothing more. At least that's the way my brain understand it. I still could be wrong. I got a jackery. The model says it requires a 60 watt solar panel. But I can hook up a 100 watt solar panel as long as the voltage is within spec of what the jackery can take. So I couldn't in theory wire two solar panels in parallel so long as the voltage is still within spec of the jackery it won't charge any faster but it won't overload it either. I would wire two solar panels in parallel on like a cloudy day.

[@mrbr549]

These are jacked up to $250 already. Amazon never misses a chance to gouge customers.

[@SilverCymbal]

I still show it at $199 amzn.to/3cVgYeZ

[@Parker-di7ef]

I think you have to be a prime member to get it for $200.

[@saarc3]

@@Parker-di7ef I am a prime member, and they are $250.

[@loverainodie]

I know this comment is a year old,but for people hunting wait for the deals they sometime only last a day. Rate Anker

[@Ab20222]

I got the Ctechi 320Wh LiFePo for $200 from Amazon instead but the screen is not as smart.

[@CraigsWorkshop]

Another option ( to save buying a new solar panel) may be to cover 40% of those solar cells with a sheet of paper. Worth a try at least.

[@makego]

Unnecessary; the built-in charge controller limits the input to 65W. The reviewer doesn't understand this.

[@brandonburdine8893]

Anker is built different. Used their products for a decade it feels like

[@ohiovetoutdoors]

Longevity is always a concern for me. Good review

[@adventure6583]

This is cool My birthday is in 7 days will be buying this great vid👍👍

[@a1xmsk]

Is it really LiFePO4? there is a disassemble video and on the battery itself it has Li-ion printed

[@user-lg7gp6fg3g]

Great review 👍

[@josevargas8073]

So, this one can be charged (any way) and can give AC output? That is so good!

[@iridium130m]

It was $181 Black Friday. Locked in then 😬

[@vanlifeinthecity9798]

You rock. Awesome video

[@SilverCymbal]

Very nice of you. thank you

[@vanlifeinthecity9798]

@@SilverCymbal I always love your videos. They are true and honest videos. Thanks in part to you, I got involved with the Ecoflow company. Thank you so much

[@SilverCymbal]

@@vanlifeinthecity9798 I really appreciate that. The Ecoflow lineup has been top notch. Thanks again for the kind words.

[@SilverCymbal]

@@vanlifeinthecity9798 I really appreciate that. The Ecoflow lineup has been top notch. Thanks again for the kind words.

[@ThaneR0248]

The website shows that the 100 watt solar charger works on the 521. have they changed the specs

[@joshportelli]

So you can only plug 1x 3 prong plug at a time? (shared 3rd prong?)

[@YukonHawk1]

They make awesome products that last.

[@mikecon7634]

Tks as always.

[@SilverCymbal]

No problem 👍

[@amosdasilva6082]

You thank you so much, for make this video good job man

[@FandFcustomcarts]

Can it be charge by a ecoflow delta?

[@survivingtheratrace8587]

hi, thanks for the video. I am in Florida and obviously need something portable to run my refrigerator and a small portable air conditioner during power outages during hurricane season that won't break the bank. can you recommend something for around $500? thanks

[@IcedReaver]

Perfect timing! I've been on the lookout for a portable power station to power my astrophotography gear when I take it out to the field and it sounds like the station ticks all the boxes. Just need to wait for it to hit the UK now. Can you comment on performance in the cold (down to -10C)?

[@jeffe.9904]

Im a little late but, I just bought this for $199, Thanks Silver Cymbal! Hey, the last (Below) solar panel you recommended is Sold Out. Could you possibly recommend another one that's in stock? Thanks again.

[@KumiOriFarm]

How do these compare to a UPS, in the case of simply preparing for a power outage? I like the idea of the iron phosphate batteries not degrading from extreme charging and discharging.

[@roxannel7283]

Do you remember last video when you showed us how to get The best Internet on Devices to connect to your phone or iPad plug the charging cable in the Internet box

[@DavidAnderson-se1or]

What is the Textronix model you're using? Thanks!

[@scotthall7280]

Just ordered one from Amazon on Cyber Monday. Do you know of a 60 watt solar charging panel you could recommend for this unit? Thank you.

[@SilverCymbal]

Thank you, This one looks like it would be a great fit and today for $94 is super low: amzn.to/3I8sHVY

[@alexandrareid8004]

Thank you Silver Cymbal. Question? What power station would you recommend to charge dewalt 20 volt batteries? We have a new property and no power yet. But tons of sun. We go through lots of batteries cleaning up the place. I have been using an inverter in my truck thus far, but there has to be a better way?

[@Dirt-Diggler]

Solar panels, charge controller and a battery, way cheaper than any solar generator or power bank 👍

[@alexandrareid8004]

@@Dirt-Diggler Where do you add the outlet to plug in the charger?

[@Dirt-Diggler]

@@alexandrareid8004 ? You plug it in the inverter you already have 👍 or do you have a built in inverter that came with the truck 🤔 in that case then yes a solar gen is easier than a separate solar / battery and inverter set up 👍

[@josephtheinflatableguy4609]

Lfp may not be as energy dense but it will surely last

[@Pallidus_Rider]

Is a good replacement option for UPS?

[@glock19gen3]

I assume its big brother, the 535, is just as good?

[@sekoushumba8115]

Nice job

[@latymz]

What are your thoughts on the Zendure power station?

[@gregcolbourne8808]

Great job but how much does it cost?

[@arizonaoutdoors3492]

I just Liked this Video and Subscribed to your channel ! I bought an Anker 521 Power Station and hoping to locate a suitable adapter to charge it with a Solar Panel. I have seen a few reviews on Amzon that some folks are buying a common 8mm plug and have to cut or modify the barrel to get it to fit. I have a ZAMP folding Solar Panel with SAE connections. I understand that the Controller with most Solar Panels needs to be Bypassed to properly charge most Power Stations. I believe that Anker recommends using a 7.9mm plug also know as a "7909 DC" to charge their Power Stations with a Solar Panel. I am looking for a quality Plug and Play adapter / cable. Any comments on what specific make and model of an adapter to fit an Anker 521 to an SAE connection would be Great ! Thank You for taking the time to Help me and lots of other owners of an Anker Power Station :)

[@AskIveSolar]

Man I was almost tempted by this! Almost. That 60 watt solar input gave me cause for pause. I have enough of those haha. Too many! I like that screen and the purported dual input charging with the bi directional usb c port. Thats always a plus....if it works. ha Do you know what size that barrel connector is, Im assuming 5521...hopefully and not some oddball one. When I think about the GoLabs R300 and it having lifepo, I like this one a bit better because of the dual charging. But the GoLabs has a 60 bi directional and a 30 watt pd as well. Interesting stuff.

[@SilverCymbal]

Yes, definitely not a big solar input input but for the capacity it's still pretty usable. The screen is awesome in this price range for sure. The connector is the same size as Jackery and fit that xtar panel I used, I will have to confirm it but I believe it is a standard 5521

[@AskIveSolar]

@@SilverCymbal Oh yeah, you did show that xtar being on there. Its a 8mm then or 7909 to be specific.

[@ej9236]

Can i use any solar panel and do you have a link for the one you used in the video?

[@jessstone7486]

No. The Anker can handle no more than a 60 watt panel.

[@CB_ChaosLove]

Dope vid. Anker seems cheap but good.

[@iratashman7202]

Can you jump a car battery with this?

[@jujud5224]

Can you run it as samp pump backup ?

[@lovewenwin]

If this had a jumpstarter I would buy it

[@slam854]

Got news for you, with a max 3A charger rate was 16 watts.

[@zubaidahmuslim]

Dimana ada di jual

[@harrisonburgeron6652]

POWER STATION! YES! Lets all start calling these bad boys power stations

[@SilverCymbal]

See I listen to my audience! I hope you completed the poll and voted! kzbin.info/door/67dKTEwpAhKv2oYDATwR8gcommunity

[@solarindependentutilitysystems]

Nice !!!

[@spe2800]

I'm wanting to run the xbox series s with the X screen monitor for around 4 hours of play time. What would be the better option the 521 or the bigger brother 535?

[@spe2800]

Forgot to mention the series s with the Xscreen monitor at its highest is around 80 to 85 watts. So does that mean I would get roughly just under 3 hours playtime for a 256 WH power station?

[@millenium2003]

When it comes to power stations min should be 300W

[@scotthall7280]

Received my Anker 512 yesterday from Amazon. Plugged in charger but display wont stay on. After 100% charge, light, AC outlets and display button do not work. Disappointed.

[@SilverCymbal]

The display on all of these automatically turns off and it may not seem it but 15 seconds is pretty good. Some bluettis shutoff after 7 seconds which is crazy. Good news though you dont have to unplug it to turn it back on, just press the button under the display on the bottom left corner, it says display. It will make the display wake back up whenever you want to. Hope this helps.

[@scotthall7280]

@@SilverCymbal Even pushing the display button does not turn it on. Light bar doesn't work, AC outlets do not work even after pushing the On/Off button. Display turns on for 2 seconds when you slide the Power Saving Button....shows 100%. Sending back and will try one more time with a replacement.

[@SilverCymbal]

@@scotthall7280 Sorry to hear that, sounds like you got a bad one, at least Amazon is great to replace it and you shoudl be back in business, let me know how the replacement is.

[@Jakepp235]

New to lithium your title says lithium iron is it suppose to be ion?

[@Sonoma_Coast]

(Fe) is the chemical symbol for iron Word Origin for Fe from New Latin ferrum

[@zubaidahmuslim]

Harga nya brpa

[@N02tradamus]

Is it loud? Silent?

[@loverainodie]

Silent it's not a generator

[@noahneutral7557]

I want one!

[@SilverCymbal]

It’s a good one

[@TheGiftofrebirth]

Will this charge an iPod classic?

[@Danieldoomer]

Yes it should if ur using a usb cable to charge it

[@CMDR_Birb]

It is NOT supposed to combine charging past 80% or so.

[@noelguerrero3018]

We have used the kzbin.infoUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y for probably 30 hours with our camper and it’s been great! The noise level is really only noticeable when running the AC and other appliances like the microwave, hair dryer, or coffee pot. It’s not huge like other ones and it has wheels so even at 90lbs, I can move it!

[@wzk921109]

A lot of anger product is not available in Australia. Very disappointed.

[@KG370]

Would you say you’re angry?

[@SilverCymbal]

Sorry, but I think Ecoflow has an office there so maybe theirs can be bought there

[@auntbarbara5576]

Aunt Barbara adores you!

[@henrymorgan3982]

Very cool, The smaller the better.

[@thisishowiedewitt76]

As of Oct. 9, 2022 it’s still only $200 after a $50 discount.🎉

[@anthonybullis6941]

its not 199.99 i clicked on your link and its 249.99

[@zenster1097]

Doesn't look like a 3 pronged ac connector

[@RustyShackelford_]

Charging that apple mouse is literally the worst thing about Macs

[@2bittesla]

Thank you for not calling it a solar generator.

[@styner3]

No longer $199, now $250.

[@ishootfaces722]

Back down to 175 now

[@JoordezOrange]

How much mah is this?

[@83Nachojr]

I told you this on the last time you posted about a similar product.

[@rachelk7555]

But can you use a microwave on it.

[@ishootfaces722]

Damn good ?

[@nrobts9750]

Anker 521 - Totally useless - load of issues by users and mines dead now too - won’t charge/ or replace under warranty as I bought used. Display never showed correct % from the start - suggest any buyers find something better.

[@skid3339]

You answered your own question, if I can phrase it that way. Don’t buy used next time, or at least get seller refurbished and certified

[@nrobts9750]

Great answer SKIDmarks….nothing better to do than to comment on 2 year old comments - 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤡

[@hatpeach1]

Won't jump start a car?

[@SilverCymbal]

Not this one. For a stand alone jump starters that still impresses me so much get this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2jXpZ-fnMqZedE

[@RickLaBanca]

I don't like the bait and switch anker did, they should have said it was a temporary price, now your vid remains with a big 199 on it!

[@SilverCymbal]

Truthfully that's not their fault, I thought the price was through today, I am changing the thumbnail shortly to remove that.

[@slam854]

Bull Shit, I own one and it won't charge. Anker & I are in communication and they are doing nothing. Only way it can be charged is with USB-C at 16w. Very disappointed in their handling of my service ticket.

[@okayyyy8028]

charging the mighty mouse from the bottom is straight up laughable

[@jeffgreene1071]

sorry im kinda poor🫤

[@anastasiahalldin]

First!

[@anastasiahalldin]

Love the video.