You Can Use the VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1000 Year Round! | Photo Connor Burkesmith Mountain Weekly News
Reliable power is one element outdoor enthusiasts and tough environment professionals cannot live without. When you’re miles away from civilization, you rely on a dependable supply of power to be the backbone of your experience: to charge important appliances, energize tools, or simply to be powered and lit up at the base camp.
We know this all too well at Mountain Weekly News. We’ve carved fresh powder, trekked backcountry trails, and, through it all, set up remote workstations in the wilderness—all while testing the gear we bring with us.
This time, we put a portable power stations to the test: FlashSpeed 1000 along with +220W PRO Solar Panel. Will these units actually deliver reliable power to adventurers and emergency situations, or is it all hype? We dig in to find out.
Why Are Portable Power Stations So Important?
The checklist of the contemporary explorer nowadays appears quite different. Long gone are those days when a bonfire and a flashlight would have kept you going overnight. But presently, road trippers, campers, and everyone else who likes off-grid living depend on portable power stations as an absolute necessity.
It’s not just phones and cameras these devices charge; laptops, CPAP machines, mini-fridges, and even power tools are all capable of getting the power they need to serve you well. And for anyone who lives the van-life dream or one that takes them far away from grid power, having a reliable power station is something you can’t live without.
Portable power also rides the wave of popularity thanks to emergencies. As power outages become more frequent in some places, being able to have a versatile station that keeps your essential devices running, from a fridge to a heater, can provide a sense of relief.
The keyword here is “versatile.” When you have versatility in your portable power station, you have a game-changer on your hands. It’s a portable power station that switches seamlessly from powering your laptop at a campsite to jump-starting your car battery.
That’s exactly why we gravitated toward the FlashSpeed 1000 and the Portable Solar Panels.
Built for Adventurers: FlashSpeed 1000
The first thing I noticed when I unboxed the FlashSpeed 1000 was its no-frills, rugged design. It looks like this thing is up for anything. Its 37.4-pound weight is hefty, but the two large carry handles help make it surprisingly easy to move, and its matte black and gray finish feels professional but not too flashy.
Those handles make all the difference when you’re hauling gear up to a backcountry site, trust me. It’s not just tough, it’s smart, too. It has built-in compartments to store all your cables neatly and can easily access.
It has a subtle but thoughtful large flat top surface. Do you need somewhere to rest your equipment or set up a makeshift office? Done. Whether your setup is in a camper, a campsite, or even a workshop, it feels sturdy and reliable.
Performance and Features
There are plenty of impressive specs on the FlashSpeed 1000. It has enough grunt to charge up multiple devices for long stretches thanks to its 828Wh capacity and 1,000W continuous output. What’s more, 2,000W surge protection can handle more demanding appliances like kettles and heaters, just not all at once.
The unit has a full complement of ports to boot: three AC outlets, multiple USB ports (including USB C for fast charging), and even DC outputs for 12V appliances. Similar to the VTOMAN FlashSpeed 300 unit we tested last year.
One of its most remarkable features is UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) function. If you’re working on a laptop, and the power just goes out, the FlashSpeed 1000 seamlessly kicks in and keeps your devices going.
Combine that with compatibility with an expansion battery, which effectively doubles its capacity, and the ability to take a solar panel input, and you’ve got a station ready for extended off-grid adventures.
Another unique feature is that it’s jumper cable compatible. Using an extra adapter, the FlashSpeed 1000 allows you to jump-start your vehicle, therefore proving to be a lifesaver on road trips or in hard winters.
Who Should Buy The FlashSpeed 1000
You’ll want to choose the FlashSpeed 1000 if:
- You’re setting up basecamp or remote workstations. You’ll need a reliable power source.
- On your trips, power output for devices such as laptops, lights, or small appliances needs to be extended.
- You need home use or have emergencies. You want a backup power source with high capacity.
The effectiveness and efficiency of the FlashSpeed 1000 and the +220W PRO Solar Panel is impressive. For stationary setups, the FlashSpeed 1000 is a powerhouse, combining portability and ability to perform most of the jobs you may encounter.
Overall Impression
In the field, the VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1000 ($649.99) behaved like a champ. I used it recently to power my laptop, charge camera batteries, and run a little camp light while camping in the Tetons.
But with all this, it still had juice to spare. Built into the front was a large display that was easy to monitor power levels and see exactly what amount of energy a given device was utilizing.
The FlashSpeed 1000 was a backup power source for a brief outage back at home. It kept the essentials running smoothly for a couple hours, and I hooked it up to my router and a few lamps. I had serious peace of mind knowing I could rely on it in an emergency.
It is also a game-changer for its solar panel compatibility. The ability to recharge with solar makes it ideal for longer trips during which access to AC power is more limited. Get the FlashSpeed 1000 to fall back on, no matter if you go off-grid or just want to be prepared for surprise power outages.
VTOMAN Coupon Code:
- CPUSVTALL
- Amount: $20 off
- Applicable to: All products
- Validity: The discount code will expire at the end of February.
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