The short version

Key points

  • The R1500 has a 1152Wh LiFePO₄ battery and an 1800W continuous, 3000W surge pure sine wave inverter.
  • It includes four Australian 240V AC outlets, USB-C PD, USB-A, a 12V car socket and two 15W wireless charging pads.
  • AC charging was tested at roughly one hour to 80%, compared with the manufacturer’s claimed 45 minutes.
  • The unit supports up to 650W of solar input, car charging, app control and expansion batteries.
  • It ran a full-size fridge for about 8.5 hours at a reported 120W draw and transferred to battery in under 15 milliseconds as a UPS.

Capacity, output and connections

The ALLPOWERS R1500 uses a 1152Wh LiFePO₄ battery and a pure sine wave AC inverter rated for 1800W continuous output. It can provide a 3000W surge for a few seconds, intended for appliance start-up loads rather than sustained high-power operation.

The front includes four Australian 240V AC outlets, two 100W USB-C Power Delivery ports, two 18W USB-A Quick Charge ports and a 12V car cigarette lighter socket. Two Qi-compatible wireless charging pads are built into the top, with up to 15W output each. They offer cable-free convenience for compatible phones and earbuds, although cable charging is faster.

ALLPOWERS also provides two side expansion ports for adding battery capacity. The unit’s LCD displays battery percentage and input and output power, while the companion app connects over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. The app can show power usage and switch ports on or off remotely.

Charging options and solar use

The R1500 supports AC charging at up to 1500W. ALLPOWERS claims a zero-to-80% charge time of 45 minutes, but testing in the review took roughly an hour. That remains a fast result for a portable power station of this capacity.

A silent charging mode reduces fan noise below 43dB by charging at a much slower rate, making it more suitable for overnight charging. The standard charging mode uses active cooling and was described as noticeably loud because of the fans and ventilation.

The built-in MPPT solar controller accepts up to 650W of solar input. The reviewed bundle included a 100W panel, which is useful for trickle charging, but the review recommends using more than one panel if the aim is to make better use of the available solar input. The R1500 can also be charged from a vehicle’s 12V socket, which is useful during long drives.

Home backup and practical testing

In testing, the R1500 powered a full-size fridge without issue. With a reported draw of about 120W, it ran for approximately 8.5 hours. The pure sine wave output is also described as suitable for sensitive equipment such as PCs and CPAP machines.

Its UPS function switches to battery in under 15 milliseconds when mains power fails. During testing with a PC and monitor, there was no visible flicker. This makes the unit suitable for keeping critical home-office equipment running through short outages.

The R1500 handled a drill and circular saw, although a larger battery would be more suitable for a full day of work. At 16.7kg, it is better suited to car camping than carrying long distances. With solar input, it can support multi-day trips and can be used while charging from the solar panels.

Limitations and value

The R1500 is not waterproof and, based on the review, does not appear to be dustproof. Although the ports have covers, the ventilation openings allow air into the unit. This makes it a less suitable choice for dusty worksites, particularly where concrete dust is present.

At the reviewed price of about $1,129 in Australia, reduced from a stated $1,899, the R1500 combines a large battery, high AC output, fast charging, app access, UPS capability, wireless charging and battery expansion. The review also notes a five-year warranty. However, TechManPat did not assess long-term customer support and could not independently comment on how support would handle a problem.

The 3000W surge rating should be treated as a brief start-up allowance. It is not intended to power a 3000W appliance continuously.

TechManPat’s conclusion

I enjoyed testing the ALLPOWERS R1500 and would happily recommend it to people looking for a portable power station, particularly for home backup, car camping and off-grid use. In my view, its combination of capacity, output, charging speed, UPS support and features makes it worth considering at the reviewed price. I would avoid using it on dusty worksites, and I would remember that its 16.7kg weight makes it more car-camping friendly than something to carry far from a vehicle.
Source note

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