Review of the Westinghouse iGen1000S

The Westinghouse iGen600s is a sturdy and compact portable power station you can trust wherever you need on-the-go power. Weighing just 11.3lbs, it’s great for camping, road trips, tailgating, or festivals and wherever you want an independent source of portable power. With its 592Wh battery it gives you 600W continuous and an impressive 1200W peak, enough to handle many of your portable power needs, and able to charge up to 8 devices at a time.

The iGen600s power capabilities

The power outputs on this device can keep a Mini Fridge going for up to 42 hours and provide:

• 83 hours of lighting
• 11 hours of TV
• 63 smartphone charges
• 23 laptop charges
• 87 drone charges
• 2 nights on select CPAP devices 

Maintenance-free operation delivering clean and emission-free power

Just one the main benefits of a power station is their delivery of clean power output, so you should not need to concerned about damaging any sensitive electronic components in your devices. The Lithium-ion NMC batteries in this model provide long-lasting maintenance-free power without harmful emissions such as carbon monoxide and noise often linked to gas-powered portable generators. Besides a cooling fan, there are no moving parts, so you can operate the unit safely both indoors and outdoors with no disturbing effects.

4-way battery recharging and Battery Management System (BMS)

The unit comes supplied with a car charger and an AC wall charger. You also have the possibility of charging the iGen600s using an optional solar panel, such as the 100W Westinghouse WSolar100p and the 60W Westinghouse WSolar60p (paid links), or even a portable generator if you have one. And built-in safety features mean you won’t have to worry about battery safety.

Comprehensive LED display and power outlets / ports

The iGen600s is equipped with a fully featured control panel with an LED display providing you with immediate real-time visual feedback on its operational condition together with warnings from the built-in safety features.

It has two 120V household AC outlets, four USB ports (including USB-C and Quick Charge 3.0), one 12V car socket, and a 9-12V DC (6mm) port. All in all, you can charge up to 8 devices at the same time (within the unit’s 600W continuous power rating).

Flashlight system

The unit comes with a tri-mode flashlight so you can choose the levels of brightness between 100%, 50% and 10%. It also has a useful SOS mode in case of any emergency.

Multiple Power Outputs

The more outputs a power station has, the better. The iGen600s has a wide selection for you to charge up to 8 devices at the same time.

Solar Charging

Westinghouse make the WSolar100p and the WSolar60p solar panels, both of which are ideal partners for the iGen600s.

Recharging the iGen600s

Easy and convenient 3 + 1-modes of recharging is available with this model. Although an AC charger and car adapter are included in the box, like most if not all power stations, a solar panel is optional. Charging is also possible using a portable generator.

Also in the Box

Included in the soft accessories case are an AC wall charger, a car charger, and a user manual.

For more information on this model, see the Owner Manual.