We Named the 2026 Tools of the Year 🛠️
By Glenda Taylor
Published Oct 2, 2026 1:09 PM EDT
We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More ›
Winter storms can knock out power for hours or even days, and backup power can make the wait easier. Amazon’s early Prime Big Deal Days deals include the Anker SOLIX C1000 Power Station for $499.99 (was $599), a 1,024Wh power station with enough capacity to keep a refrigerator, sump pump, or several household essentials running during an outage. Before buying backup power for larger appliances, check both the station’s continuous output and its surge rating – motors need extra power when they start.
The savings also include smaller, more affordable options as well as larger power stations and solar-panel bundles from Anker, BLUETTI, Jackery, EcoFlow, and DJI, plus UPS battery backups from CyberPower. Our guide to the best portable power stations explains how to match capacity to what you need to run. For short interruptions at a computer or home network, the CyberPower ST900U UPS Battery Backup is now $119.95 (was $139.95). 
This 1,024Wh power station offers a strong balance of capacity and portability, with enough output to run a refrigerator, sump pump, or several essential devices at once during an extended outage.
This compact power station pairs a 288Wh battery with 600W of continuous output for lights, laptops, and other smaller devices. AC and USB connections give you several ways to keep essentials charged during an outage.
With a 2,048Wh battery and 2,400W continuous AC output, this EcoFlow power station provides more stored energy for longer outages or several essential devices. It’s an option for shoppers who need more runtime than a compact electronics backup can provide.
These additional deals are grouped by battery capacity, with solar bundles and UPS backups listed separately to make comparisons easier.
Pro tip: Divide battery watt-hours by the device’s wattage to estimate runtime. A 1,000Wh station powering a steady 10-watt router works out to 100 hours—roughly four days—before conversion losses and the station’s own power draw shorten that estimate. For solar charging, winter’s shorter days and lower sun angle can mean a full recharge takes longer than advertised times measured under ideal conditions. 
The Latest (and Greatest) Deals
What’s better than when you find a great price on what you need? We’ve curated our favorite deals on power tools, portable generators, and more.
Glenda Taylor is a BobVila.com staff writer with a background in the residential remodeling, home building, and home improvement industries. She started writing for BobVila.com in 2016 and covers a range of topics, including construction methods, code compliance, tool use, and the latest news in the housing and real estate industries. 
Learn more about BobVila.com Editorial Standards
By Glenda Taylor
By Tony Carrick, Bob Vila, Brenda Silva
Tips, tricks & ideas for a better home and yard, delivered to your inbox daily.
By signing up you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
By Stephanie Cronk
By Mark Wolfe
By Stephanie Cronk
By Tom Scalisi, Mark Wolfe, Paul Rankin
By Michelle Larson
By Paul Rankin, Mark Wolfe, Stephanie Cronk, Tom Scalisi, Additional research provided by Timothy Dale
By Mark Wolfe
By Mark Wolfe
Tips, tricks & ideas for a better home and yard, delivered to your inbox daily.
Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Articles may contain affiliate links which enable us to share in the revenue of any purchases made. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service.
© 2026 Recurrent. All rights reserved.
Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information.

source