BettaScore
BettaScore
ANKER

ANKER 521 Powerhouse

Portable Power Station
ANKER 521 Powerhouse
ANKER 521 Powerhouse
1 / 3
RankOlder modelBest Portable Power Stations
Ranking Net Score+10+10 from reviews0 from votes
Sources76 positive · 4 negative
Priced at$209.03

Released Oct 2021

Shop on AmazonShop on Google
Older model in Best Portable Power Stations
Priced at$209.03

Released Oct 2021

Shop on AmazonShop on Google
+10Ranking net score+10 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore7 sources

Anker 521 Powerhouse is a portable power station tied to Anker's PowerHouse family. It is positioned for backup power, camping, RV use, and off-grid device charging, with pricing listed at $249.99.

What reviewers say, by topic

Pick a topic to see the quotes behind it. Topic points add up to the Ranking Net Score.

Total +10 pts

Net positive 2

Net negative 2

Sentiment
Format
7 total sources
7 sources
YouTube
  • Power Output+5 pts

    with the RSM boom 3 the anchor 521 and C800 performed fairly well

with the RSM boom 3 the anchor 521 and C800 performed fairly well
YouTube
  • Noise & Conditions+5 pts

    unlike traditional generators they are silent and portable making them ideal for a wide range of situations

  • Power Output-5 pts

    He recommends it for campers who don't need to power high-wattage appliances like microwaves or hair dryers.

  • Recharging+5 pts

    especially when recharged via the car charger during short drives

He recommends it for campers who don't need to power high-wattage appliances like microwaves or hair dryers. especially when recharged via the car charger during short drives unlike traditional generators they are silent and portable making them ideal for a wide range of situations
YouTube
  • Power Output0 pts

    The reviewer wanted to use the 521 to power studio flashes for outdoor photography but found it insufficient, as the power surge protection kept triggering.

The reviewer wanted to use the 521 to power studio flashes for outdoor photography but found it insufficient, as the power surge protection kept triggering.
YouTube
  • Power Output-5 pts

    He found it well-suited for his needs but noted it would not be powerful enough for an electric skateboard.

He found it well-suited for his needs but noted it would not be powerful enough for an electric skateboard.
YouTube
  • Power Output-5 pts

    He notes it can't power high-wattage devices like heaters

  • Recharging+5 pts

    Key pros include the dual charging capability (charging the unit from wall and USB-C at the same time for faster charging)

He notes it can't power high-wattage devices like heaters Key pros include the dual charging capability (charging the unit from wall and USB-C at the same time for faster charging)
YouTube
  • Ports, Display & Controls-5 pts

    you can only put in one three-prong

  • Recharging+5 pts

    It can be recharged quickly by plugging it into a normal wall outlet, USB-C or via solar panels

It can be recharged quickly by plugging it into a normal wall outlet, USB-C or via solar panels you can only put in one three-prong
YouTube
  • Noise & Conditions+5 pts

    quiet operation

quiet operation

What reviewers say, by topic

Tap a topic to read its quotes. Topic points add up to the Ranking Net Score.

Net positive 2

Net negative 2

Videos
BettaScore

Products ranked by what public reviews say.

Platform
Browse rankings
Company
About UsHow BettaScore Works
Legal
Cookies PolicyTerms of ServicePrivacy Policy
© LSEV USA Corp 2026. All rights reserved.