it's a 500w unit it's not going to run anything that draws more. I do agree that they need to make this stuff clear at point of sale. There's nothing that comes with it (I have one) that explains this stuff so I don't blame you for not knowing. I only knew because I did my research. I needed something that would run my internet router and charge my laptop if power goes out. It's great for stuff like that but when camping I would pass on this. Get something rated for 1800w for that. Thanks for the review.
Great point and comment, thank you! -Do your research BEFORE you buy one of these. - they can be handy and I have found more uses for it now that I am aware I have to check appliances for the watts
Glad it was helpful! Definitely do a lot of research before buying one of these or get it from a place you can return it incase. Thank you for your comment
You tried to use a 1500 watt kettle in a power station rated for 500 watts. That doesn't make it junk. This is what happens when you use something outside the threshold of its intended purpose. Reviewer error.
Brilliant deduction. And you don’t think that’s going to happen to anyone else who uses this hey? Every single person is just going to know what it can and can’t run. No one will have any issues because they are all as smart as you are
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer I think a review should be based on the intended purpose of the product. Folks don't always read directions. Most of us that buy these things know the capabilities from the specs. A reviewer calling something junk because it was used completely outside of its intended purpose....asinine. Go buy an electric car rated for 340 miles and get mad that it would not go 500 miles without charging 😂.
Love the honest unbiased reviews. We need more folks out there who give truly honest opinions. I often howl with laughter when watching your reviews to the point my wife comes in wondering what the fuck is so funny. Beautiful scenery too BTW!! 😂
Thank you bro, sincerely. Makes doing these worth it! I felt the same way watching all the perfect ‘reviews’ and decided it was time for something different. Yeah that’s a nice spot out in Kananaskis off highway 40. Fishing is the shits but it’s a cool spot to eat some eggs 😉 Thanks again man, really appreciate the comment. have a good one!
Yes I agree, the size is handy. This technology is promising and will only get better. Hopefully in a few years one of these units will be able to do more
Definitely. Can you recommend any? This was my first time using a device like this, there was nothing that came with it or that I could find explaining what would or wouldn’t work with it.
Yes it's way overpriced and the only thing this power station is even somewhat good for is powering low wattage camping gear or running your router as a UPS in a power outage other then that not much else. The 500W inverter is just too small to power everyday kitchen cooking appliances. You need a power station with a 1200w to 1800w inverter to run an air fryer or a kettle or anything useful. The "X Boost" feature is also a marketing ploy this unit will not boost/surge up to 1000w it will simply run a 1000w device at 500w and drop the voltage to achieve it it's marketing nonsense and dangerous for any sensitive equipment with a microprocessor like refrigerators or smart kettles and microwaves.
Great comment, thank you. Said much better than I did in the review. This was my first time using anything like this so I just believed the other RUclips reviews saying it was great, they sold me a dud. Agree, for what it’s ’good for’ this thing should be $150-$200. Trying to find a power station with an inverter like you recommend, good lord they are expensive. Might just stick to using fire (jetboil) to boil water.. Thanks again have a good one
Thanks for the review, upon reviewing the specs, it's going to do what is says it will, but NOT like the other reviewers say. The other reviewers are the problem, not the product. At lease this review saved me money and pain... Cheers.
it's a 500w unit it's not going to run anything that draws more. I do agree that they need to make this stuff clear at point of sale. There's nothing that comes with it (I have one) that explains this stuff so I don't blame you for not knowing. I only knew because I did my research. I needed something that would run my internet router and charge my laptop if power goes out. It's great for stuff like that but when camping I would pass on this. Get something rated for 1800w for that. Thanks for the review.
Great point and comment, thank you!
-Do your research BEFORE you buy one of these. - they can be handy and I have found more uses for it now that I am aware I have to check appliances for the watts
Had one in my Amazon cart and wanted to watch just a few more videos before buying. I'm glad I saw this video! Thank you for your honesty!
Glad it was helpful! Definitely do a lot of research before buying one of these or get it from a place you can return it incase. Thank you for your comment
Watching tv,decoder and charging phone simultaneously no problem not those hot jugs n microwaves
You tried to use a 1500 watt kettle in a power station rated for 500 watts. That doesn't make it junk. This is what happens when you use something outside the threshold of its intended purpose. Reviewer error.
Brilliant deduction. And you don’t think that’s going to happen to anyone else who uses this hey? Every single person is just going to know what it can and can’t run. No one will have any issues because they are all as smart as you are
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer I think a review should be based on the intended purpose of the product. Folks don't always read directions. Most of us that buy these things know the capabilities from the specs. A reviewer calling something junk because it was used completely outside of its intended purpose....asinine. Go buy an electric car rated for 340 miles and get mad that it would not go 500 miles without charging 😂.
Ok
The name of your channel says ist all, true authentic! And pretty funny! :))
@@Richans thank you brother! Really appreciate you taking the time to comment
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer Cheers mate!
Love the honest unbiased reviews. We need more folks out there who give truly honest opinions. I often howl with laughter when watching your reviews to the point my wife comes in wondering what the fuck is so funny. Beautiful scenery too BTW!! 😂
Thank you bro, sincerely. Makes doing these worth it! I felt the same way watching all the perfect ‘reviews’ and decided it was time for something different.
Yeah that’s a nice spot out in Kananaskis off highway 40. Fishing is the shits but it’s a cool spot to eat some eggs 😉
Thanks again man, really appreciate the comment. have a good one!
500 running watts 1000Watt surge It does exactly what it advertises on the box, River 2 Pro would probably suit your needs
Thanks for your comment
Thanks for the review. Been wondering if we should get a charger like that. Wish it was a bit stronger because the size is good.
Yes I agree, the size is handy. This technology is promising and will only get better. Hopefully in a few years one of these units will be able to do more
Maybe get a bigger power station with a bigger inverter and it will power your kettle just fine.
Definitely. Can you recommend any? This was my first time using a device like this, there was nothing that came with it or that I could find explaining what would or wouldn’t work with it.
Was it supposed to do that kind of stuff? Definitely No...Then what a review..
Go for the bigger one mate and you wont be disappointed
It wasn’t supposed to run crappy electronics?? Huh
Yes it's way overpriced and the only thing this power station is even somewhat good for is powering low wattage camping gear or running your router as a UPS in a power outage other then that not much else. The 500W inverter is just too small to power everyday kitchen cooking appliances. You need a power station with a 1200w to 1800w inverter to run an air fryer or a kettle or anything useful. The "X Boost" feature is also a marketing ploy this unit will not boost/surge up to 1000w it will simply run a 1000w device at 500w and drop the voltage to achieve it it's marketing nonsense and dangerous for any sensitive equipment with a microprocessor like refrigerators or smart kettles and microwaves.
Great comment, thank you. Said much better than I did in the review. This was my first time using anything like this so I just believed the other RUclips reviews saying it was great, they sold me a dud.
Agree, for what it’s ’good for’ this thing should be $150-$200.
Trying to find a power station with an inverter like you recommend, good lord they are expensive. Might just stick to using fire (jetboil) to boil water..
Thanks again have a good one
Thanks
Cheers
Thanks for the review, upon reviewing the specs, it's going to do what is says it will, but NOT like the other reviewers say. The other reviewers are the problem, not the product. At lease this review saved me money and pain... Cheers.
@@ATDistinction thank you for your comment. after having used this thing a bit more I can confirm you are exactly right.
wow poeple who buy without reading manual
What manual!? It didn’t even COME with a manual. The adverting says it work for everything…then you get it and it works for NOTHING
Hunk o 💩?!
It’s really good at powering useless things 💩
$600!