Save Up to 30% Off on Emergency Backup During Labor Day

2 min readSome discounts on power stations and generators are already live leading into Labor Day weekend.Most of the deals we are seeing are for battery-powered power stations, but we are also seeing some discounts on fuel-powered inverter generators.Check back here throughout the shopping event for new and better sales as we discover them.As we enter the midway point of hurricane season, if you’ve been thinking about investing in backup power for your home, Labor Day may be a good time to grab one at a discount. We’re seeing deals from 10 to 30 percent off systems, both large and small, so the options are aplenty.There are two main ways to deliver emergency power: fuel-based generators or battery-based power stations. Generators can run indefinitely as long as you have enough fuel, but they can be loud and must be run outside because they emit potentially dangerous fumes. Power stations are extremely quiet and, with no emissions, can be run indoors, but once they run out of power, they must be recharged using AC power or solar panels, which can be slow.The majority of sales we are seeing are for power stations, from top brands like Jackery, Anker, EcoFlow, and Bluetti, including models we’ve tested and loved. But if a generator is your preference, we’ve seen a few deals here and there on those as well.Labor Day Power Station DealsBluetti Elite Portable Power StationNow 27% OffJackery Explorer 1000 v2 Portable Power StationNow 11% OffEcoFlow River 3 Portable Power StationNow 13% OffBest Portable For Home BackupEcoFlow Delta Pro 3 Portable Power StationNow 24% OffCompact with Long RuntimeBluetti Elite 300 Portable Power StationNow 27% OffJackery Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra Portable Power StationOur best overall pick, the Bluetti Elite 200, is on sale for 27 percent off, and we love it for its compact design, high output, and capacity. But if you want even more runtime, opt for the next model up, the Elite 300, which we recently tested. Not only does it offer 1,000 more watts of battery capacity, but it also features a more versatile array of outlets, such as a 30-amp connection for RVs.Labor Day Deals on Power Stations with Solar PanelsBluetti Apex 300 Power Station + 350-Watt Solar PanelNow 17% OffExpanded Capacity Portable PowerJackery Solar Generator 4000 KitNow 14% OffAnker Solix F3000 Power Station + 400-Watt Solar PanelNow 5% OffHigh Capacity, Compact StationBluetti Elite 300 + 350-Watt Solar Panel IncludedNow 25% OffAnker Solix C2000 Power Station + 400-Watt Solar PanelNow 40% OffBest for Connecting to the HomeEcoFlow Delta Pro Power Station + 400-Watt Solar PanelNow 33% OffSolar generators are essentially power stations with portable solar panels, allowing you to recharge them with the sun's rays. This process can take a long time (sometimes 12 hours or more), even in perfectly sunny conditions, but it’s a completely free way to recharge and is more eco-friendly, too. Some of our favorite bundles are on sale, including the powerful Anker Solix F300, which is paired with a 400-watt solar panel. With a telescoping handle and wheels, you can easily move it out of the house when it’s time to recharge.Labor Day Generator DealsGood for Power Sensitive ElectronicsGenerac iQ3800 3,800-Watt Dual-Fuel Inverter GeneratorNow 9% OffPulsar 7,250-Watt Dual-Fuel Inverter GeneratorNow 8% OffHighly Portable and RV-ReadyChampion Power Equipment 4,000-Watt RV Ready Portable Inverter GeneratorNow 17% OffWe’re not seeing a ton of discounts on fuel-based generators for Labor Day, but we did spot a few on some inverter generators, including the Generac iQ3800, which we tested recently and loved for its very clean power generation, which is important for protecting sensitive electronics like TVs and computer equipment when using backup power. Plus, they run quieter than a standard generator, so they are often worth the extra expense.David is a Reviews Editor for Hearst’s Enthusiast Group, contributing to Popular Mechanics, Runner’s World, Bicycling, Best Products, and Biography. He has over 25 years of experience writing about and reviewing consumer electronics, kitchen appliances, DIY products, outdoor gear, and more. He also spent years covering the ever-changing world of online retail. To relax, he loves experimenting with new recipes, tweaking his smart home setup, and spending time outdoors on his bike or camping.