ALLPOWERS R2500 V2 Solar Generator 1920Wh + 100W Panel
£908.00
The ALLPOWERS R2500 + 100W Solar Panel is a compact, portable power station kit that delivers reliable off‑grid electricity—fast solar charging, multiple outputs, and a rugged, travel-friendly design for camping, RVs, and emergency backup.
Description
Model and variant: ALLPOWERS R2500 V2 — 2500W solar generator kit sold here with one SE100 laminated 100W solar panel. The listing gives a battery capacity as 1920Wh in the title (the product text also references 2016Wh), so check the retailer listing or specification sheet for the confirmed figure before purchase.
OverviewThis is a high‑capacity portable power station aimed at people who need reliable mains power off-grid: motorhome and caravan users, workshop or garden power for tools and appliances, and anyone wanting a robust backup supply. The unit emphasises a high continuous AC output (2,500W) and substantial solar input capability (up to 1,000W). The kit includes a single 100W laminated panel and the cables needed to connect it.
Key specifications at a glance
- Battery capacity: listed as 1920Wh (also referenced elsewhere as 2016Wh — confirm exact spec).
- Continuous AC output: 2,500W pure sine wave; surge (peak) output 4,000W.
- Solar input: up to 1,000W maximum; included panel is 100W SE100 laminated.
- Included in box: R2500 unit, AC charging cable, 100W solar panel (SE100), universal solar connection cable with XT60 connector.
What the numbers mean in everyday use
- Capacity (Wh): The battery capacity tells you how long the unit will run a device. For rough planning: a 2,000Wh battery will power a 60W laptop for roughly 30–33 hours, or a 500W refrigerator for around 4 hours. These are simple ÷ calculations (Wh ÷ device wattage) and do not account for inverter losses or appliance start‑up behaviour. Because the listing gives two close but different capacities (1920Wh vs 2016Wh), use the confirmed figure when estimating runtimes.
- 2,500W continuous / 4,000W surge: Continuous rating indicates the maximum sustained load the inverter will handle; 2.5kW is enough for multiple small devices at once and many single high‑draw appliances (e.g. an electric kettle or a heater) but it still has limits. The 4,000W surge lets the inverter cope with short motor starts (fridge compressors, some power tools) — surge helps with starting current but won’t sustain those higher draws.
- 1,000W solar input: That’s a high maximum input for solar charging and allows very rapid top‑ups when you can assemble enough panels. The single 100W panel included will charge much more slowly; expect to add further panels if you rely on solar for everyday recharging.
Charging, solar and practical charging times
- Manufacturer material claims “fully charged in 2 hours” — that kind of fast cycle typically requires the maximum accepted input power (the stated 1,000W) or a compatible high‑speed AC charger. With only the included single 100W panel, charging will be proportionally much slower and depend on sun conditions. The kit includes a universal solar cable with an XT60 connector — useful, but you may need extra panels or adapters for optimal solar charging.
- The R2500 also ships with an AC charging cable; check the product page for whether there’s a built‑in fast AC charger and what the AC input power rating is if rapid recharging is important to you.
Ports, connectors and accessories to check
- Confirm the exact number and types of AC outlets, USB ports (including USB‑C/PD), DC outputs and vehicle (12V) outputs on the R2500 — the product data here specifies the inverter rating and solar connector (XT60) but does not list every port.
- Included items: the R2500, an AC charging cable, the SE100 100W laminated solar panel, and a universal solar cable with XT60. If you need multiple solar panels, mounting, or extension cables, those are not listed as included.
Who this suits — and when it won’t
- Suits: caravan and motorhome owners who want reliable mains for appliances; homeowners needing a robust backup for short outages; users who can pair the unit with a larger solar array for fast recharges.
- Less suitable if you want a very lightweight power pack for weekend hikes, if you need continuous long‑duration off‑grid power without adding extra panels, or if you require precise information on port layout and weight before buying.
Things to know before buying
- Capacity ambiguity: the pack is listed as 1920Wh in one place and 2016Wh in another. Get the confirmed capacity from the seller for accurate runtime planning.
- Battery chemistry is described in the product text as “LiFePO?” — this looks like an incomplete reference to LiFePO4. If long cycle life, thermal stability and depth‑of‑discharge characteristics matter to you, confirm the exact battery chemistry and cycle rating.
- The kit’s single 100W panel is convenient for topping up, but is insufficient for fast solar recharges on its own. To take advantage of the 1,000W solar input you’ll need additional panels and appropriate mounting.
- Weight and dimensions aren’t provided here; units in this energy range tend to be heavy and bulky. If you plan to carry it regularly into and out of a vehicle or store it in a constrained space, check those figures first.
If you need help comparing this R2500 kit with similar capacity power stations or want practical runtime estimates for the exact confirmed capacity, tell me which appliances you plan to run and I’ll calculate likely runtimes.





