Early Black Friday power station deals are here now, and the first wave is surprisingly deep. Major brands such as EcoFlow, Jackery, Bluetti and Anker have released discounts of up to 50 percent off on portable power stations and solar add-ons. With weather-related outages increasing throughout the past decade, at least according to analyses from the U.S. Energy Information Administration and NOAA, demand for backup power is surging — and the discounts show it.
And here, we’ve flagged a dozen standouts and provided quick advice on how to shop with confidence. The shortlist includes rugged flagship workhorses next to compact camping units and solar panel bundles that significantly reduce the total system cost.
Early portable power station deals available now
At select retailers, the EcoFlow Delta Pro now stands at $1,399, a rare 50% off for one of the nicest home-backup portables. Famous for its high surge capacity and rapid AC charging, it’s a versatile anchor fit for refrigerators, power tools and emergency circuits (when used with transfer hardware).
Jackery Explorer 2000 V2 is now $799, or approximately 47% off. If you’re a buyer looking for something like a lighter, simplified 2 kWh-class unit to handle those outages and RV camping, this is one of the best price-to-capacity plays we see early.
Bluetti Elite 200 V2 is discounted by $849; the discount reaches 50%, making it easier to access the mid-size LiFePO4 platform.
The chemistry’s long cycle life — frequently rated for thousands of cycles by battery vendors and third-party testers like Consumer Reports — makes it well-suited for such repeated use.
Anker Solix C800 Plus is $349, down 46 percent. The unit is a compact choice for tailgates and weekend camping, with enough power to charge lighting, camera gear and even a laptop or two, yet lightweight enough to carry.
Bluetti Apex 300 is down to $1,499 at 38% off. With generous AC output ratings, the genset is well-stocked to tackle heavier-duty tools and accessories to support jobsite tools or multi-appliance backup when you don’t want anything but the best for your business.
Jackery SolarSaga 200W portable panel is $398 at 41% off, a tactical purchase that brings down the cost per watt. If you already have such a power station on hand, that also tends to be the cheapest “capacity” upgrade over purchasing another battery.
Early discounts are available for a collection of EcoFlow expansion packs, including discounted add-on batteries and ecosystem accessories below street prices.
Packaged pricing for extra capacity, in other words, could be the difference between running a fridge for hours versus days during an outage.
Bluetti AC-series promos are marked by substantial cuts on mid-capacity models with strong inverters and LiFePO4 cells. For potential buyers who prioritize longevity and pass-through power, these are the lines to watch.
Anker Solix solar kits now feature stackable savings on foldables and cabling. If you’re creating a portable system for van life or field work, panel-plus-station kits can beat piecemeal purchases by double digits.
Seasonally low-cost for its class over the past several years, Jackery’s 1 kWh-class models are our backup pick and best option for CPAP users who need silent, indoor-safe backup (and a stellar choice if you rent). A back-of-the-envelope rule of thumb is that a standard 40 W CPAP could go for 8 hours on ~320 Wh; a 1 kWh unit will do multiple nights with phones and lights, etc.
Manufacturer-refurbished units are getting 20–40% shaved off with the warranty still on. They can deliver high value with lower exposure to risk than peer-to-peer used gear for buyers who don’t mind a bit of cosmetic damage.
Accessory deals — TT-30 RV adapters, MC4 cable kits, parallel connection modules — are quietly hot this week. Don’t forget about these; a $30–$80 add-on can unleash your station for RVs and home circuits.
How to choose the best portable power station
- Size the system for your highest-priority load. An average of 100–200 W is typical for a standard refrigerator, with higher defrost surges; 1 kWh usable capacity will give you roughly 4–8 hours of runtime regardless of duty cycle and inverter losses. (All the way up to 2–3.6 kWh if you need to see yourself through a power outage of several hours, sans solar.)
- LiFePO4 batteries, if you are after lifespan. Chemistry is not the only reason, but LiFePO4-based designs often promise 3,000+ cycles before reaching 80% capacity. And for weekly use, that difference more than pays for itself.
- Inspect for safety and support: ensure UL listings where applicable, visible inverter ratings (continuous and surge), and real-world recharge times. Brands with well-established service networks and easy access to parts tend to do best during storm seasons.
Are these early Black Friday prices even good?
Such early cuts align with the best deals we typically see during Black Friday week and are also in keeping with multiyear pricing trends and past promotional calendars. Category leaders seldom drop to less than 40–50% off without the manufacturer already having them as an outgoing model, or if they have refurb stock; and by today’s tags, flagship and 2 kWh-class units are almost already there now.
Be mindful of list-price inflation. Smart shoppers compare to previous street prices, not MSRP. Cross-referencing retailer histories and manufacturer archives indicates the vast majority of this week’s offers (when you stack bundle credits and in-cart promos) are at or near 12-month lows.
Who should buy now and who should hold off for later
If you expect to weather an oncoming power outage or plan to be pouring water and cooking up any perishables in the fridge for travel a week from now, then by all means: Buy it now. A single event of backup power can make more sense than maybe a 5–10% extra drop at some later time.
If you’re targeting a very specific model or bundle that has yet to budge, or you want the exact panel wattage and expansion battery that’s right for you, it may be worth waiting. Late-cycle doorbusters occasionally appear on one or two SKUs per brand — but stock can disappear within hours.
Bottom line on early portable power station deals
Shop the best early Black Friday power station deals, from high-end home-backup rigs to compact weekend power. If a model you’ve been thinking of buying is 35–50 percent off, that’s historically strong. If you focus on the right capacity, battery chemistry and ecosystem fit, you will enter outage season ready to roll — without overpaying.