This Handy, Top-Rated Portable Power Station Is a 'Must for Emergencies' — & It’s Still on Sale Post-Prime Day

As much as we try to stay ready and prepared, the unexpected can always happen. From unforeseen events and natural disasters to minor inconveniences, it’s always good to have a backup plan. Growing up in Tampa, Florida, we always had a generator in case the power went out because of a major storm. But honestly, with how big and clunky they used to be, we never used it, even when the power went out. However, after the last hurricane , my family and I have made it a point to invest in a power station .

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Now, I’m not talking about a typical power bank that you use to charge your phone if you’re going to be out and about all day. Although, this power station can charge your phone, laptop, and so much more. The Anker 521 Portable Power Station is like a powerhouse battery that can keep your device, appliances, and even your electric car powered — and not to mention, it’s still on sale after Prime Day .

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Anker 521 Portable Power Station

Ideally, the Anker 521 Station is something you would use to take camping or on a road trip where you know you’ll need the extra power. But it also works as a mini backup generator for last-minute emergency circumstances. It has 200 watts and up to 256Wh, which could last well over 200 hours, depending on what you plug in. It has six charging ports — two AC outlets for regular plugs, two USB-A ports, one USB-C port, and a car outlet to help charge an electric vehicle.

Now, I’m sure you’re thinking that anything with enough power to charge something as massive as a car must be enormous. But on the contrary, this power station is actually relatively compact. It’s eight and a half inches wide, a little over eight inches high, and small enough to sit on a folding TV dinner tray. And when you compare it to a huge generator, this is so many times better — especially for emergencies.

“[We] just had a hurricane and was without power for several days,” one shopper said in a rave review. “It’s definitelyuseful for keeping phones and tablets charged.” Another shopper called it “an excellent product” and went on to share that they bought it to be able to stay online at all times. “I purchased this as a way to keep myself online in case of hurricanes or if I’m out sailing. Everything works great, it was easy to set up, and the display is both easy to understand and useful.”

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