Anker Solix F2000 PowerHouse - IN DEPTH Review - the Ultrafast Charging Blew Us Away!!
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Please note that the product reviewed was provided by the manufacturer, but my views on it are my own.
[0:00] Intro and Unboxing
[5:21] Feature run through
[7:00] Battery tech
[8:53] Display
[9:50] AC power
[11:40] USB sockets
[12:44] Input sockets
[15:20] Battery tech discussion
[18:50] Battery expansion
[20:36] Smartphone app
[21:30] Mains charge test 0-100%
[25:26] Charge time results
[29:45] Discharge test 1 - max power 100-0%
[34:22] Discharge test 2 - medium power 100-0%
[37:35] Hairdryer test
[37:54] 2kW heater test
[38:12] Guitar amp hum test
[38:47] 3kW kettle surge test
[40:22] Uninterrupted power supply test
[41:43] Summary and Verdict
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Hello I just bought 767. When I use inverter sockets and plug in a phone adapter, it does not show the power output. I think the output is too small and it does not show watts. I could not view it on the screen in the application Can you view the power output of devices that draw small power when you plug them into the socket?
I've asked Anker if they would consider making a 20' version of the XT60 1 to 5 cable to make it easier to get all of the panels wired the powerhouse.
Thanks for going more into more details on the Anker 767. After deliberating for several days I went for that model and I am literally waiting for delivery that will be this afternoon or tomorrow.
Cheers, don't think you'll be disappointed. Out of interest, can I ask where you bought it from?
I did reply to your question where did I get it from, but for some reason it doesn't display. Anyway, been using just in the house with a tv. It says drawing 50 Watts and will run for 20 hours .... but I would expect more like 35-40 hours. Am I missing something ?? Still, very happy with it.
Thanks for posting. Interested to see how you get on with this.
Great video/product, re efficiency and battery capacity etc one needs to first confirm the depth of discharge, for example a 1000AH battery may only discharge to 15% left for better longevity, if this was the case really they should call it a 850AH battery but they never do and don't normally provide depth of discharge data. So testing without this data can potentially reduce apparent efficiency of inverter. Only way for 100% accuracy is measure DC Power W and AC Power W (considering AC power factor) Then % efficiency = DC P (W) / AC P (W) x 100. You are right to test at different loads as it does vary with loading, batteries/inverter should be at normal room temp with your heaters far away from system air intakes.
Thanks CS a great review, I have just ordered one with your discount, a bargain for this model. Regards Steve.
Thanks Steve, it means alot to hear that it was some use to you. Out of interest, did you click on the link in my description to buy?
@@CampingSecretsUK Yes I did and got the discount, thank you.👍
plug in your wifi router only, plug the anker into the AC and tell me if it doesn't shut off while still plugged into power within 10 hours. This is the latest issue, Before this last app update, you could not run anything in UPS for any items that draws less than the inverter draws and that alone is around 32 watts! Seriously, while you can, send it back and get a jackery. I ended up replacing my anker with a no name brand called FF power from amazon and for $997 and 20 pounds lighter, I was amazed. Customer email anker support dragged my case out so long they are no longer willing to give me a refund. Hope you do better but I would send it back
Dont know why there are so many salty comments on this video? I found it informative and useful so thank you. Would have used your code if I was in the UK. Had quite a few Anker productos over the years and all have been excellent hence why Im going to get one of these.
I think some people have had some bad experiences which is a shame. I can only say it as I see it. Thanks for some positive feedback! 😂
Some ppl are just complainers.
Nice review! When you performed the double heater discharge test the internal fans on the 767 sounded like they were running at full speed. When you then did the single heater test did the fans kick in? Is it possible the fans ate up the efficiency on the double heater test?
Hi James - I think you have a point there. It was much quieter on the single heater test and that would definitely have a bearing on the efficiency. I should have realized that! You should join the Camping Secrets team with great comments like that! 😀
The fans running at that high output is definitely the reason for your low efficiency rating.
Great looking item but as usual ridiculously expensive, looking for something to run my ninja woodfire outdoor bbq grill but think will have look at petrol fuelled simply on run time n price,great review though thank you
Really good review , hit all the main points. I work on the road and wanted to fit an invertor in my van but it will void my warranty , wondering could you test or estimate how long it would it take to charge from your vehicle DC lighter output. Cheers Mate 👍
Cheers bud. You're limited to 12v and 10amps when charging by the cigarette lighter which is 120w. That would be about 17 hours to completely charge from 0% to 100%. Alternatively you could charge to 100% on mains at home and then keep topped up in the van. As long as you don't use much more than 120W, it would never discharge, especially if you add some solar!
dont buy one, they have too many issues. Search for more reviews and you'll see.
@@CampingSecretsUK Thanks for the reply. Yeah might actually suit me perfectly thanks again 👍
@@brutusmcangus4509 It's a big investment to reheat food and charge devices on the road at work so I'll review it to death 😂 Thanks
@@antog123 he's had a bad experience. I've had no problems whatsoever. Two sides of the same coin...
Can it make a refridgerator work??
I need 220 to use this in-line from shore power to my Tiny Home/RV.
It would be great if it came with the extra battery built in, and much more solar charging capacity.
It wouldn't really be an "extra" battery if it were built into it...
Then the unit wouldn’t be affordable for some people. Your comment makes no sense.
Did you just put on a different sweatshirt and say that it was 2 weeks later? Pillows are in the exact same position and you have the same blue shirt on underneath. LOL Nice review btw and I just purchased one based on your recommendation.
Shhh! 🤣
You tested the battery at a high discharge rate (over 1C), which is not the best way to get the most capacity out of it. That really strains the battery with lots of thermal losses. You should test at about 0.2C which is around 400 watts continuous. That is around what most battery manufacturers use to gauge capacity. If you are planning to drain the unit in less than an hour on a normal basis, arguably you should be using a bigger unit or more expansion batteries because what good is an hour in a power outage or camping type situation.
Hi Ryen - you raise a very good point which I addressed on my next video (Bluetti AC500S), where I tested efficiency at two different discharge rates. It is clear that there are alot of provisos with lithium cells in terms of performance vs discharge rate vs temperature vs fan load etc, so there is not one test which covers everything. Cheers for the cogent comment. Marc
ps I also have to think about test time, so can't necessarily always test at a fifth of the design load. I've got a day job to do! 😀
@@CampingSecretsUK Right ...just let it run, you don't need to always be there for 5 hours or however long it takes.
I got the #Anker 757 and it is a BEAST! so much power to give and a very long time to run. With 300w solar panel it was infinity of power in my one week camp, thanks to the fast charging.
I really like the Anker gear, but some people have had bad experiences with the 767. Not me though
What panels did you use on the 757 to get you 300 watts? Last i remember 30volt was the max you can put on it and no panel have 30volt.
@brucey5585 100w + 200 W . Also, you can have 3 100w. The max you can use is 300 Watts
Just wondering. How long could one of these power a TV if that size for? I have no idea when it's comes to wattage 🙈
Hi Adamska, a typical 32 inch lcd tv is about 50W, so with 1750 Wh (useable), you'd get about 1750/50= 35 hours of use from 100% to 0%. Not bad!
@@CampingSecretsUK thanks for the quick reply! Honestly that's incredible. And such a good feature to be able to switch over automatically when there's a power cut.
Can you charge an ev with it? Ecoflow do an earth adapter so you can, cant see one from anker though.
I contacted Anker and they said you should just buy a ground neutral plug. Unfortunately they don't sell one, and I'm not qualified to recommend one. Cheers!
a quick question. Can the 767 Anker be connected to a Generator outlet in other to power an entire House like the Ecoflow Pro??
Hi Samuel - the Anker just has standard AC and DC inputs. I don't think it's designed to be wired into the house or generator as described, but of course you can charge it up via a generator
@@CampingSecretsUK Thank you for your response. Yeah i can it can be charged via a generator. Just wanted to know if it can be used to power an entire house like the Ecoflow Pro
I thought it had a 30a outlet for RVs or a Generator outlet. Looking again at his model I guess his didn't but believe it's been added or it was on a different model I looked at but they do offer a model with that feature I believe.
hello.. can i charge it while i use it at same time ??
Yes!
The Anker 767 is not a "PowerHouse". According to the Anker own website, this unit only provides a mere 1.5X (150%) surge capacity rating which is not enough for powering many high inductance loads like power tools, microwaves, small AC units like in an RV and refrigerators which can demand anywhere from a 3X (300%) to 8X (800%) surge to even start these types of loads. You may be able to start and run some of these loads for a limited amount of time when the high frequency inverter in this Anker unit is new, but over time, typically after less than a year, after repeatedly powering inductive loads, the MOSFETs in this high frequency inverter will fail. That's why the big name brand inverter manufacturers like Schneider Electric, Outback Power, Magnum Energy, Victron and others, all use a low frequency topology in their designs. Another consideration is that the vast majority of these solar generators are non-repairable. At a typical shop rate of $125 per hour U.S., with no schematic and limited parts availability, it makes no economic sense to even attempt to repair one of these units. Once the FETs have fried and have taken the inverter's PCB with it, (And trust me, sooner rather than later, they will fry.) they basically become a brick. A much better choice is to spend a little more money and buy or build a power station that uses a hybrid, low frequency, transformer based inverter charger instead. It will last far, far longer and you will be able to power high inductive loads that you're going to need to power, during a power outage.
I don't have that kind of experience, but thank you for your comment. Sounds like you should go into business putting batteries and inverters together!
Don't be fooled by the sales pitch, this product has been found not to be safe. Brand new packs have been found to have incorrect socket wiring. The AC wave is choppy and, higher power demands produce a lot of noise.
Powered my stuff OK. Please supply an independent report on this Graham
its 2023 and we still using potatoes for cameras
heh heh - who cares? I'm not a professional
Made it 6 minutes in before losing interest, too glowing
Sorry about that. I'll take your comment on board for my next reviews. However, there weren't too many negatives to highlight with the 767. Cheers, Marc