Capacity
Higher is better | Scale max: 288 Wh | SOLIX C300 leads
SOLIX C300 288 Wh
EB3A 268.8 Wh
SOLIX C300: +19 Wh (+7.1%).
SOLIX C300 vs EB3A
300W
Running power
600W
288 Wh
Battery
268.8 Wh
9 lbs
Weight
10.1 lbs
At a Glance
This comparison targets buyers shopping for a compact, sub-10-lb power station for light loads, phone and laptop charging, or basic solar backup. The EB3A edges ahead on raw capability: its 600W running output doubles the C300's 300W ceiling, and a 1200W surge rating lets it kick-start small appliances the Anker simply cannot handle.
In device testing across 53 common products, the EB3A powered 21 versus just 15 for the C300, with every device the C300 ran also covered by the EB3A. Solar recharge speed favors Bluetti too, accepting up to 200W of panel input and finishing a full charge in roughly 2.4 hours compared to 4.1 hours for the C300.
The tradeoff: Anker's unit is a pound lighter, rated for 3000 LFP cycles versus 2500, and includes UPS functionality with a 10ms switchover that the EB3A lacks.
Overall Winner
EB3A
Powers 21 of 53 tested devices vs 15 for SOLIX C300
Home backup: Tie RV / mobile: SOLIX C300 Solar: EB3A
EB3A wins overall, but the best pick depends on your use case.
Choose SOLIX C300 if...
- + Portability matters for your setup
- + Built-in UPS with 10ms switchover
Choose EB3A if...
- + You want faster solar recharging
- + You want broader device compatibility
Spec Snapshot
Absolute values shown. Bars are scaled within this comparison for readability.
Each metric is independent. Bar lengths are not comparable across different compare pages.
Running Power
Higher is better | Scale max: 600 W | EB3A leads
SOLIX C300 300 W
EB3A 600 W
EB3A: +300 W (+100.0%).
Surge Power
Higher is better | Scale max: 1,200 W | EB3A leads
SOLIX C300 300 W
EB3A 1,200 W
EB3A: +900 W (+300.0%).
Weight
Lower is better | Scale best: 9.0 lbs | SOLIX C300 leads
SOLIX C300 9.0 lbs (4.1 kg)
EB3A 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg)
SOLIX C300: -1.1 lbs (10.9% lighter).
Battery Life
Higher is better | Scale max: 3,000 cycles | SOLIX C300 leads
SOLIX C300 3,000 cycles
EB3A 2,500 cycles
SOLIX C300: +500 cycles (+20.0%).
Where Compatibility Actually Differs
Out of 53 devices tested, 6 show a different result between these two stations.
Both can run: 15 · Differences: 11% (6/53) · Neither can run: 32
Only EB3A can run 6
Electric Wheelchair Charger SOLIX C300: Running + surge shortfall
Portable Oxygen Concentrator SOLIX C300: Running + surge shortfall
Full-Size Freezer (15-17 Cu. Ft.) SOLIX C300: Needs soft-start
French Door Refrigerator SOLIX C300: Needs soft-start
Portable Ice Maker (Countertop) SOLIX C300: Running + surge shortfall
Laptop SOLIX C300: Running + surge shortfall
Neither can run · 32 devices
These devices exceed both stations on running power and surge.
Sump Pump (1/2 HP)
Electric Clothes Dryer
Dishwasher
Washing Machine
RV Rooftop AC (13,500 BTU)
Laser Printer
Desktop PC (Gaming/Workstation)
EV Charger (Level 1, 120V)
Central AC (3-Ton)
Dehumidifier (70 Pint)
Gas Furnace Fan (Blower)
Portable AC (12,000 BTU)
Space Heater (1,500W)
Window AC (8,000 BTU)
Electric Water Heater (50 Gal)
Well Pump (1 HP)
2-Slice Bread Toaster
Coffee Maker
Digital Air Fryer
Electric Skillet
Electric Stove (Single Burner)
Electric Water Kettle
Instant Pot (6 Qt)
Microwave Oven (1000W)
Rice Cooker
Toaster Oven
Professional Hair Dryer
Circular Saw (Corded)
Corded Drill / Hammer Drill
Electric Chainsaw (14-inch)
Pancake Air Compressor (6-Gallon)
Shop Vac (Wet/Dry, 5-6 HP Peak)
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec | SOLIX C300 | EB3A |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 288 Wh ✓ | 268.8 Wh |
| Running Power | 300 W | 600 W ✓ |
| Surge Power | 300 W | 1,200 W ✓ |
| Weight | 9.0 lbs (4.1 kg) ✓ | 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg) |
| Energy Density | 70.2 Wh/kg ✓ | 58.4 Wh/kg |
| Portability Tier | ultralight | ultralight |
| Chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Cycle Life | 3,000 ✓ | 2,500 |
| Expandable | No | No |
| UPS | Yes (10 ms) | No |
| AC Voltage | 120V | 120V |
Solar Charging
Best-case charging profile using compatible solar panels.
SOLIX C300
Max solar input 100 W
Connector XT60
Full charge time ~4.1h
Compatible panels 6/20
MPPT: 11-28V
EB3A
Faster Max solar input 200 W
Connector DC7909
Full charge time ~2.4h
Compatible panels 6/20
MPPT: 12-28V
Charge speed comparison
Longer bar = faster charge (inverted scale)
Device Compatibility
All tested devices grouped by category. Click a category to expand.
SOLIX C300EB3A
Emergency(2)
0/21/2
0/2
1/2
| Device | SOLIX C300 | Runtime | EB3A | Runtime |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Size Freezer (15-17 Cu. Ft.) | Soft Start | 1.3h | Safe | 1.2h |
| Sump Pump (1/2 HP) | Fail | N/A | Fail | N/A |
Entertainment(2)
1/21/2
1/2
1/2
EV & Transportation(2)
1/21/2
1/2
1/2
Heating & Cooling(7)
1/71/7
1/7
1/7
Home Infrastructure(3)
1/31/3
1/3
1/3
| Device | SOLIX C300 | Runtime | EB3A | Runtime |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric Water Heater (50 Gal) | Voltage Fail | N/A | Voltage Fail | N/A |
| Garage Door Opener (Residential) | Tight | 1.1h | Safe | 1h |
| Well Pump (1 HP) | Voltage Fail | N/A | Voltage Fail | N/A |
Kitchen Appliances(11)
1/111/11
1/11
1/11
| Device | SOLIX C300 | Runtime | EB3A | Runtime |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Slice Bread Toaster | Fail | N/A | Fail | N/A |
| Coffee Maker | Fail | N/A | Fail | N/A |
| Digital Air Fryer | Fail | N/A | Fail | N/A |
| Electric Skillet | Fail | N/A | Fail | N/A |
| Electric Stove (Single Burner) | Fail | N/A | Fail | N/A |
| Electric Water Kettle | Fail | N/A | Fail | N/A |
| Instant Pot (6 Qt) | Fail | N/A | Fail | N/A |
| Microwave Oven (1000W) | Fail | N/A | Fail | N/A |
| Rice Cooker | Fail | N/A | Fail | N/A |
| Slow Cooker | Tight | 0.7h | Safe | 0.6h |
| Toaster Oven | Fail | N/A | Fail | N/A |
Large Appliances(4)
0/41/4
0/4
1/4
| Device | SOLIX C300 | Runtime | EB3A | Runtime |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dishwasher | Fail | N/A | Fail | N/A |
| Electric Clothes Dryer | Voltage Fail | N/A | Voltage Fail | N/A |
| French Door Refrigerator | Soft Start | 1h | Safe | 0.9h |
| Washing Machine | Fail | N/A | Fail | N/A |
Medical(4)
2/44/4
2/4
4/4
Outdoor & RV(6)
4/65/6
4/6
5/6
Personal Care(2)
1/21/2
1/2
1/2
Power Tools(5)
0/50/5
0/5
0/5
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The Bottom Line
Choose the SOLIX C300 if uninterruptible backup power matters most to you; its UPS capability and longer 3000-cycle lifespan make it a better fit for an always-plugged-in desktop or networking setup. Pick the EB3A if you need to run higher-wattage devices or want faster solar charging in the field. With a score of 41 to 28 and broader device coverage, the EB3A is the stronger all-around pick in this class.
SOLIX C300 vs EB3A FAQ
Q Which is better for home backup, SOLIX C300 or EB3A?
EB3A is the stronger overall choice in this matchup based on weighted compatibility across 53 tested devices.
Q Which has longer runtime, SOLIX C300 or EB3A?
SOLIX C300 has higher battery capacity (288 Wh), which generally supports longer runtime on the same load.
Q Which charges faster with solar panels?
EB3A has the faster best-case solar recharge profile in our panel compatibility test set.
Q Which is more portable, SOLIX C300 or EB3A?
SOLIX C300 is lighter at 9 lbs vs 10.1 lbs. SOLIX C300 is rated ultralight for portability.
Q How many devices can each power station run?
EB3A powers 21 of 53 tested devices, compared to 15 for SOLIX C300.
Q Does SOLIX C300 or EB3A have UPS mode for power outages?
Only SOLIX C300 has UPS (uninterruptible power supply) mode with a 10ms switchover time, which keeps connected devices running during a power outage without interruption.