Victron Energy Blue Smart IP67 24V 12A vs 8A Marine Charger: Best for Your Boat? I’ve been testing two of Victron’s top marine chargers: the Blue Smart IP67 24V 12A and the 24V 8A model. Both are fully waterproof, Bluetooth-enabled smart chargers with the same 7-step charging algorithm, but the key difference is how fast … Read more
Victron Energy Blue Smart IP67 12V 7A vs 13A Marine Charger: Best Lithium Battery Charger for Boats? I’ve been testing both the Victron Energy Blue Smart IP67 12V 7A and the 13A marine battery chargers side by side, and the big question is simple: do you need the 7 amp model or the 13 amp … Read more
Victron Energy Blue Smart IP65 24V 5A vs 8A: Best Charger for Deep Cycle Batteries? I’ve spent time with both the Victron Energy Blue Smart IP65 24V 5A and the 8A charger, and the main difference boils down to charging speed. Both are splash-resistant, Bluetooth-enabled, and work with deep cycle, lithium, and lead-acid batteries — … Read more
You need to know if the plugs and switches on your EF Ecoflow Portable Power Station are labeled clearly. This matters because confusing labels can waste time and even damage your gear. I found that Ecoflow uses simple icons and bold text, but the small print on the DC ports can be tricky in low … Read more
Victron Energy Blue Smart IP67 25A vs 17A Marine Charger: Best 12V Battery Charger for Boats? If you’re rigging up your boat with a reliable charger, you’re likely staring at two very similar options from Victron: the Blue Smart IP67 12V 25A and the 12V 17A model. Both are fully waterproof with built-in Bluetooth, but … Read more
9 best EF Ecoflow Portable Power Station for keeping wifi and computer equipment online during blackouts When the power goes out, your modem, router, and computer don’t have to go dark with it. I’ve tested dozens of portable power stations specifically to see which ones can keep your home office online through a blackout, and … Read more
We all love the convenience of controlling our EF Ecoflow Portable Power Station from our phones. But when we connect smart devices, we naturally wonder about the security of that connection. It is a smart question that every modern power user should ask. Your power station connects through Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, just like your home … Read more
7 best EF Ecoflow Portable Power Station that can run a refrigerator and freezer for days during a power outage When the lights go out, your fridge and freezer are the first things you worry about. I’ve tested dozens of portable power stations, and finding one that can keep both running for multiple days is … Read more
9 best EF Ecoflow Portable Power Station for running a 65 inch TV for hours without draining You bought a big 65-inch TV for movie nights and gaming marathons. The last thing you want is the screen going dark because your power station gave out early. I’ve tested these nine units specifically to see which … Read more
9 best EF Ecoflow Portable Power Station that charges in under an hour from a wall outlet I hate waiting around for a power station to charge before I can actually use it. That’s why I rounded up every EF ECOFLOW model that hits full or 80% charge from a wall outlet in 60 minutes … Read more