sure, no problem. the anker c1000 was released in sept. 2023. it’s 20 months old. it was perfectly fine when it was released back then, competing against the likes of ecoflow delta 2, bluetti ac 180, jackery 1000, etc. they all had 500w or less solar input, were noisier than the newer ones, 100w usb, etc.

but it’s in need of an update or refresh. the competition is releasing newer power stations which are much quieter, offer more solar input, 140w usb ports, alternator chargers and other useful accessories, etc.

the app is very basic (i own a c1000x, so i know).

there is no alternator charger, when ecoflow, bluetti, and pecron have all released alternator chargers to go with their power stations. jackery (i’m not a fan) showed one at ces 2025, and one would assume that it will eventually come out.

so, while there is nothing really wrong with the anker c1000(x), it’s just last generation tech, with slower usb ports, a limited and basic app, it’s noisy when running heavier loads or fast charging, etc.

so, for me, it all comes down to price. i picked up a refurb c1000x on temu for under $258. it came boxed like brand new, with protective film on the screen, no scratches, all neatly packed like a new one.

they probably just want to clear down some old stock and offer less warranty while they prepare to release a newer updated model. an announcement that one is on the way should be forthcoming in the next few months.

this c1000 was $383.52 nearly a couple months ago…

https://slickdeals.net/f/18233899-anker-solix-c1000-1056wh-1800w-lifepo4-power-station-bundles-from-383-50-free-shipping

…so what’s so special about this deal for $65 more? this model is getting older and older as time goes on.

its direct competitor, the delta 2, regularly sells for under $400 these days. the delta 2 was $360 (with no sales tax in most states) a couple of months ago.

that’s where the anker c1000 should be. in the $350-ish range.

for about 20 bucks more than this deal, i can get the delta 3 plus on temu. the delta 3 plus is much newer and much nicer than the anker c1000(x).

i have both. i bought the c1000x because it was very cheap, seems solid, and it gets the job done. i use every day, along with my other power stations.