Your selection uses about 1.1 kWh a day. We add 15% because power stations lose some energy converting to mains power.
- Per day
- 1.14 kWh
- Output needed
- 226 W
- Covers it
- 2 of 9
1What do you need running?
Typical UK figures. Check the label on your own appliance if you want to be exact.
2Which power stations can do it?
Bars show how long each one would run everything you've ticked. The black line is your target.
Prices are full list prices (RRP), checked 15 November 2026. Most of these sell for less, especially around Black Friday, so check today's price before you buy.
Before a power cut
Common questions
Why do I need more than my appliances add up to?
A power station stores energy as DC and converts it to 230 V mains, which wastes some of it. Some energy also goes on keeping the unit itself switched on. We allow 15% for this, so you're not caught short.
Will a power station run my gas boiler?
Often, yes. A gas boiler's controls and pump draw roughly 100 W. But most boilers are wired into a fused spur rather than a plug, so an electrician needs to fit a proper plug-in connection first. Never wire a power station into your home's circuits yourself.
Can I recharge it with a solar panel during a long power cut?
Yes, but go easy on the maths in winter. A UK solar panel produces only a small share of its rated watts on a grey December day, so treat solar as a top-up rather than a replacement for battery size.
Is a petrol generator a better idea?
It's cheaper per kWh, but it's noisy and needs fuel stored safely. Above all, a petrol generator must never be run indoors or in a garage because of carbon monoxide. A battery power station is silent and safe to use inside.