In today’s modern world, having access to power is paramount. Whether that’s for powering household appliances such as refrigerators and HVAC systems or personal devices like our PCs, laptops and smartphones, it’s unarguable that electricity has become indispensable for our lives. However, in the event of an unexpected power outage, those devices will suddenly be out of power. The best way to avoid this is by having a portable power station. these devices come equipped with high-capacity batteries, giving you with a reliable back-up source of power for times when you need it. Moreover, they also provide you with access to power when you’re on the go or out camping. Portable power stations are also a better alternative to traditional gas-powered generators, which are harmful for the environment due to the harmful fumes they emit, not to mention bulky and noisy. For a portable power station that’s easy to carry and powerful enough to keep all your devices running during power shortages or other times when you don’t have access to electricity, go with the Scosche PowerUp 32K.
The Scosche PowerUp 32K is a lightweight and ultra-durable portable power station equipped with a powerful 32,000 mAh/116.8Wh Lithium-Ion battery, featuring a built-in digital display that indicates its current battery level, multiple connectivity options including a 110V AC/100W Output port, a 30W USB-C PD Input / Output port, a 20W USB-C PD Output port and a 12W USB-A Output port, plus a built-in 3W LED light for illumination during nighttime.
Whether you’re looking for a reliable back-up power solution that can keep your home appliances running during unexpected power outages or even if you simply require a way to keep your devices powered when you’re out camping, RVing, or on the go, this portable power station has you covered.
Below you can find our hands-on review of the Scosche PowerUp 32K, where discuss in detail everything that this portable power station has to offer you.
DESIGN & SPECS
Starting with the power station’s size, the Scosche PowerUp 32K has a compact form factor, measuring just 6.1 inches long by 2 inches wide by 3.8 inches tall. Furthermore, this power station is also quite lightweight, as it only weighs 2.1 lbs., which makes it extremely portable.
Speaking of its portability, this portable power station also comes equipped with a rubberized carrying handle that makes it comfortable and easy to transport it and carry it around.
The Scosche PowerUp 32K also sports a minimalist and cool-looking “outdoorsy” design. What’s more is that this portable power station also packs a very durable construction, as its outer shell is built with a rugged, rubberized protective coating that makes the unit’s entire body resilient against most accidental bumps and unexpected drops.
Best of all, the Scosche PowerUp 32K also comes with a sleek Carrying Case that can be used for safely storing away the device as well as its included 20W Power Delivery Home Charger and USB-C Charging Cable in order keep to keep the entire kit safe and secure when not in use.
INTERFACE / CONNECTION PANEL
Moving on to the Scosche PowerUp 32K’s interface, meaning its built-in controls and its connection panel, which integrates multiple connection ports.
Starting at the left side of the unit, we have its dedicated connection panel. Going from top to bottom, there’s a set of two (x2) independent USB (DC) and AC switches.
The unit’s AC switch can be used to turn its AC Output On / Off, along with its 100W built-in inverter and internal fan, while its USB switch can be used to turn On or Off its two (x2) USB-C and one (x1) USB-A ports.
To use both the USB and AC outlets at the same time, users simply have to press both the AC and USB switches at the same time to simultaneously turn both power-modes On.
These DC and AC switches are then followed by a 20W (9V / 2.22A) USB-C Power Delivery Output port, a 30W (12V / 1.67A) USB-C Power Delivery Input and Output port, and a 12W (5V / 2.4A) USB-A Output port.
Integrated below its USB connection ports, there’s also a powerful 110-Volt AC Output port to which you can plug-in electrical devices like a lamp or a small fan.
There’s also a built-in digital display located at the right side of its connection panel which conveniently shows the power station’s current battery-level in a percentage-value format, along with a Power button integrated at the top side of the unit that can be used for turning its digital display On and Off.
Lastly, integrated at the right-hand-side of the unit, there’s also a built-in bright 3W LED Light boasting three (x3) different brightness settings which allows the power station to be used as a portable flashlight for illumination during nighttime or when facing low-light conditions.
To cycle between the 3 brightness settings for its 3W LED Light, users simply have to press the unit’s Power button.
BATTERY, BATTERY LIFE & COMPATIBILITY
For its power, the Scosche PowerUp 32K comes equipped with a high-capacity 32,000 mAh/116.8Wh Lithium-Ion battery which gives it a long-lasting back-up source of power.
When it comes to its compatibility, know that this portable power station can be used to recharge and/or power up multiple battery-powered devices at once.
Via its USB ports, users can recharge portable electronic devices (such as smartphones, tablets, wireless earbuds, the battery-packs from a digital camera, and even portable gaming systems), while via its 110V AC Output port users can recharge a laptop, a drone, and even power-up or recharge any battery-powered outdoors appliances like a portable fan or an outdoors lamp.
In terms of its smartphone compatibility, note that this portable power station can be used to recharge many different smartphone models, including: a Google Pixel phone, an iPhone (13-line, 12-line, 11-line, X-line, 8 and 8 Plus, 7 and 7 Plus, the iPhone SE, and 6-line), as well as most Samsung Galaxy phones (the S6 / S6 Edge, Note 10 line, S10-line, S9-line, S8-line, S7 / S7 Edge, S5, and S4), or even tablet devices such as the iPad (iPad Pro 1st Gen, 2nd Gen, and all iPad Air models).
As for the charging time that you can get from the power station’s 32,000 mAh/116.8Wh Li-Ion battery, know that you can get around 8~9 full battery-charges for a Smartphone, around 4 charges for a tablet, 1.5 charges for a laptop, 6.5 charges for a portable gaming system (like the Nintendo Switch), 20 charges for a drone, 22 hours of battery life for a USB Desk Fan, 22 hours for a USB LED Lamp, and around 2 hours of battery-life for an electric air pump.
HOW TO USE?
Embedded below, you’ll find the company’s official video guide on how to use this portable power station in all its possible ways:
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
Inside their package, users will find: their Scosche PowerUp 32K Power Station, along with an included 20W power delivery home charger, a USB-C charging cable and also its carrying case.
FINAL THOUGHTS
All in all, this portable power station is provides you with a versatile and easy to use back-up power solution that can keep your appliances powered and your personal devices recharged during unexpected power outages when you’re at home, as well as for times when you’re on the go or out camping.
If you’re interested in purchasing it, know that each unit is currently discounted from its standard price of $229.99, and is currently going for just $179.99 (saves you $50). Each purchase also comes accompanied by a 1-Year Warranty and a 60-Day Money Back Guarantee, and shipping is also free within the US. You can order it online directly from Scosche’s official shopping page.
