![]() The other is that the PowerStation is not something that you can just throw in your pocket or your gear bag when you are ready to go due to the overall size. The first of which is that the entire package is heavy for the category, coming in at just over five pounds. Ravpower Power Station Review Power (Image credit: Christopher Close / iMore)Īs once might imagine, since the battery inside of the RAVPower Portable Power Station is absolutely massive, it does come with a couple of design trade-offs. A removable shoulder strap and the built-in handle on the bag itself are great for hauling everything around, and the USB-C cable, while not universal as of yet, is nice to have on-hand wherever it goes. The bag has plenty of compartments for accessories, and the divider inside clearly shows off the optimum placement for all of the pieces of the puzzle, so you are never stuck wondering how to shove everything in to make it all fit. The included bag is not just a cheap toss-in with the purchase, as it has a premium look and feel. Other nice to haves are the included travel bag and USB-C cable. The inclusion of the AC outlets only further fuels my imagination, and I have already done things not previously possible, such as powering a wired smart home camera in a location that didn't have an outlet. ![]() ![]() RAVPower could have just left the light out entirely, and it could have still been a compelling product, but having it on-board really helps tell the story about the ways that the battery can be used, and is just overall handy to have. The inclusion of the LED light on the battery pack is also a favorite feature of mine, as I intend to have the Power Station always charged and ready to go in case of emergencies. Now, large battery packs are not a new thing, however, the Power Station is the first in my household, and just having it around has me constantly thinking of all the potential that it unlocks. Make no mistake about it, the star of the show here is the extra large battery capacity. Ravpower Power Station Review Travel Bag (Image credit: Christopher Close / iMore) The AC outlets utilize their own power button, which is located between the pair, and also have their own status indicator light. While actual run times on AC will vary, RAVPower lists things such as refrigerated coolers, and lights as lasting for several hours. The outlets can be used to power appliances and other devices up to 300W maximum, but the ports do not have a ground slot, which does limit some applications. The aforementioned handle can be found on the top of the battery, parked near to a set of two 110V AC outlets with weatherproof covers. The face of the battery does not have any ports or buttons, instead offering up just five small status indicator lights. While I was unable to track down the exact lumen specifications of the light, I would put it on par with an average LED flashlight, and it is not something that will fill an entire room with light. The white LED light is capable of displaying a solid always-on light, as well as an SOS pattern, and a faster strobe effect. Over on the right side of the battery, there is a single power button for toggling the entire operation on, as well as an integrated LED light. Ravpower Power Station Review Ports (Image credit: Christopher Close / iMore)
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