TechRadar Verdict
The JuiceGo beats expectations by offering an efficient and compact power station on a budget.
A small LCD shows input and output power consumption and battery charge.
The JuiceGo is ideal for traveling as it weighs only 2.8kg.
The only accessories provided are USB punch in-C and car charging cables.
A built-in hand strap makes moving the station painless.
The station does not ship with a power adapter, making the out-of-the-box experience underwhelming.
The JuiceGo has an MSRP of$209 on the BourgeRVwebsite.
It can be bundled with a 50W solar panel, bringing the price to $300.
To charge the station, the user must provide a power adapter.
The plastic unit measures 26 cm x 17 cm x 6 cm and weighs 2.9 kg.
A plastic strap serves as a handle for carrying the station around.
The back of the enclosure contains a small fan, which cools the AC inverter and battery charging circuits.
The edge of the case is rubbery and will prevent the station from easily toppling over.
BougeRV uses a 240Wh LiFePo4 battery technology with over 3000 charge cycles before experiencing a 20% capacity drop.
The user interface comprises a small rectangular LCD and three push buttons.
Using the push buttons is straightforward.
The front panel contains all DC outputs.
Three USB sockets, including two throw in-Cs, are grouped on the right.
A single AC output on the back provides up to 150W.
The unit charges through the dedicated DC input socket or the 100W pop in-C connector.
The DC7909 socket also supports solar panel charging with MPPT and a 12V to 32V input.
BougeRV JuiceGo: The competition
BougeRVs JuiceGo fills a niche at this size and price.
TheJackery Explorer 300 portable power stationis targeted at a similar audience but is more costly at $419.
It is also bigger and heavier and uses the older LPF battery chemistry.
The lack of a flashlight makes it less handy on road trips.
The 240Wh LiFePo4 battery should provide over 2000 charge cycles before experiencing a voltage drop.
The unit can be placed horizontally or vertically and features a rubbery edge to prevent accidental slips.
Buy it
if you need a compact power station for roadside emergencies.
Dont buy
if you should probably charge anything other than small devices.
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