Author name: Robert Parton

Robert Parton is an electrical engineer with 10+ years of experience testing and reviewing portable power solutions. When not deliberately trying to break expensive equipment in the name of thorough testing, he can be found tinkering with solar setups and explaining electricity concepts to anyone unfortunate enough to ask him "how does that work?" at parties.

5 Shocking Power Station Secrets

5 Shocking Power Station Secrets EVERY Buyer Regrets Not Knowing (Number 3 Will Save You $1000s!)

Look, I’ll be honest with you. The first time I tried to use a portable power station in the field, I nearly threw the damn thing off a cliff. There I was, deep in the Adirondacks, smugly unpacking my shiny new 1000Wh power bank that cost me nearly a week’s pay, ready to brew my

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EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra Review: The Home Battery That’ll Make Your Neighbors Jealous

Let’s get real: unboxing the Delta Pro Ultra feels like Christmas morning-if Santa delivered with a forklift. This thing is big. The inverter and battery stack together like high-tech Lego bricks, and while it’s technically “portable,” you’ll want a buddy (or two) to help move it. But hey, with great power comes great… weight.

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Goal Zero Yeti 6000X

The Beast in a Box: My 3-Month Adventure With the Goal Zero Yeti 6000X (2025 Review)

Stick with me, and I’ll tell you exactly why this might be the best $4,000 you’ll ever spend – or why you might want to look elsewhere. No marketing fluff, just real talk from someone who’s blown up more electrical equipment than I care to admit during my decade as an electrical engineer.

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OUPES Mega 1

OUPES Mega 1 Review: The Portable Power Beast That Won’t Break Your Bank (Or Your Back)

If you need a reliable power backup that won’t cost as much as your monthly rent, charges faster than your smartphone, and can actually run your important appliances during an outage – the OUPES Mega 1 delivers. It’s not perfect (what is?), but at this price point, it’s punching way above its weight class.

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The Beast That Powers Your Life: Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus Review

Three weeks ago, I watched my neighbor frantically trying to save $300 worth of groceries during an unexpected power outage. Today, he’s borrowing my Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus while I write this review. That pretty much tells you everything you need to know. The Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus is that rare beast- a portable power

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