I recently took the plunge and invested in the Anker F3800 with an additional expansion battery, and let me tell you, it has been an absolute game-changer for my home power needs. After eyeing this product for a while and reading up on its capabilities, I finally got the chance to put it to the test today, and it did not disappoint.
Where I live, power outages are more than just a nuisance—they‘re a part of life. So having a backup that's dependable isn't just nice, it's essential. And the F3800? It's been knocking it out of the park. As I'm typing this out, I'm actually running off the Anker unit, and the switch was buttery smooth. There's something incredibly comforting about knowing that my house can stay bright and my gadgets can keep buzzing, even when the grid lets me down.

What really makes the F3800 stand out for me, though, is how versatile it is, not to mention the added bonus of that expansion battery. The storage capacity is nothing to scoff at, and the fact that I can beef up the power reserve on the fly is a massive win. We're not just talking about keeping a couple of lamps on here; we're talking full-blown normal life, uninterrupted, even when the unexpected hits.

Another bonus is the EV charging feature—because that's a slice of genius I didn't even know I was craving until I had it in my hands. The 240V outlet on the F3800 is a godsend. The idea that I can juice up my electric ride in a snap (for those that need less than 25A) adds a whole new level of security and convenience that I'm all about.

Wrapping this up, if you're on the hunt for a portable power solution that's solid and dependable, the Anker F3800 with an expansion battery should be at the top of your list. Whether you're gearing up for emergencies, hitting the great outdoors, or just want a reliable backup at home, this power station is the real deal. Hats off to Anker for this one—they really hit it out of the park!

Had F3800 couple of weeks now. Tested out the 400W portable solar array. On a clear sunny day in SC positioned at correct azimuth but 4 deg off best angle (33 vs 29) . I connected my freezer and then a heat gun. total using about 1200 watts. (ran down battery to 90% so solar input would not shot off at full charge. Did that on and off for 8 hours. Peak output from solar panel hit 368 watts. During the test it gave me 2480 watts total I actually expected less. Last hour or so let it reach full charge 100% Have also gone from 85% with AC input in less than 1 hour. Bought this mainly to provide quiet power for freeze and Fridge think it will power both for at least 12 hours then I can recharge with a small propane generator in about 2.5 to 3 hours so far I am very pleased Thinking about adding more solar in the future

Crushed it!- Now that i see it in action, I look forward to adding another unit in the near future.
Tip I recommend you order a power cable w a 90 angle to reduce the stress off the connector (cable is very heavy)

So in testing my anker solix f3800 my anker experience has taught me that I should have sprung for the expansion battery, based on my current power usage. However I did come across this 100 foot extension that will allow me to keep the f3800 inside my garage or inside my home out of the elements and out of the prying eye of would be Thieves

I paid a lot and they work well. I wish they had a way to recharge using the 220v or J1772 to recharge. These only take 2 ports of 400w PV or 120v. This takes a while to recharge. Still, that means the batteries take longer recharge and extends their longevity as they do not fast charge. The app is pretty simple and straightforward and their tech support has been most helpful for an issue that has come up. I returned the ecoflow I had and am glad. These are much more maneuverable. They stack nicely. They have easy connections that are interchangeable so no plugging into the wrong port. They daisychain each extra battery in serial. As a result, the last in line discharges fastest and recharges slowest. Recommend them? Yes.