Review of the Duracell Power 500

Chris PooleJanuary 15, 2024

– At A Glance –

500W of Power

A compact portable power station that provides you with 500W of power.

Flexible Charging

3 ways to charge the unit, including an optional Duracell Solar Panel.

8 Outlets

Multiple ports are provided to allow you to power various devices simultaneously.

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super lightweight power

Designed for home and outdoor use, this is Duracell’s second most powerful portable power station. It has 500W of backup power for emergencies and can form an essential part of your emergency preparedness kit. At 13.4lbs, it’s light and being very portable it will serve multiple other purposes, though it’s especially suited for campers, for anyone travelling by road away from the grid, and for some basic use at other outdoor events.

excellent set of output ports

As you can see from the image below, with the Duracell Power 500 you’ll have plenty of ports for all of your essential needs. The LCD screen provides you will all the information you need which included the wattage being used and the state of the battery. To conserve battery power the LCD will automatically shut down after 60 seconds of no activity.

Image Of The Control Panel And Ports Of The Duracell Power 500 Power Station

charging options

There are three basic ways to recharge the Duracell Power 500, including your AC wall outlet, your car’s 12V cigarette socket, and Duracell’s 100W solar panel (which is sold separately). And you have plenty of ports to use.

what it can power

As you would expect, the Duracell Power 500 can power a whole range of small appliances for varying amounts of time.

image showing the charging Capabilities Of The Duracell Power 500 Power Station

what’s included

The 500-watt Duracell Portable Power Station, a wall charger, a car charger, and a Quick Start Guide.

user manual

You can find more information in the User Guide on how to operate and take care of the Duracell Power 500.

Frequently Asked Questions

That depends on the power consumption of each connected device. The LCD screen will let you know how much longer the remaining run time is calculated on the connected load.

Before putting the unit into storage first make sure it is turned off. Then store it in a dry, ventilated location at room temperature (42-85˚F) well away from any water source. For long-term storage,
recharge every 3-6 months to ensure the battery is always above 80%. This will help protect the life of the battery.

The power output of this model is 1000W, a level you should not exceed when connecting multiple devices to the unit.

Yes, but bear in mind that doing so will make the charging time a lot longer.

Using the power station at least once every three months will ensure a prolonged battery life.

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Duracell Power 500 Manufacturer Specifications

Net Weight	13.4lbs (6.08kg)
Color	Black & gold
Charging Method	AC Wall Outlet, 12V Car Adapter, Solar Panel
Capacity	515Wh
Ports	2 X USB-A output (5V)
	USB-A Fast Charge Port (Output)
	USB-C PD input/output (100W)
	2x 120V AC Port (Output, Pure Sine Wave)
	13V Cigarette Lighter Port (Output)
	DC charging port input (12-30V)
Dimensions	11.67.48.1in (295188208mm)
Recharge Time (100%)	6 to 7 Hours (AC)
	7 to 8 Hours (12V Car Adapter)
	+/-7 Hours (Using Duracell’s 100W Solar Panel)
Cell Chemistry	Lithium-ion NMC
Cell Lifecycles	1000 Cycles to 80% capacity (cell)
Warranty	24 months

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