I tested the Enphase IQ PowerPack 1500 - a sleek power station hamstrung by its software

The Enphase IQ PowerPack 1500 is designed for the pro user who wants a reliable power station. It's got a great design, a very welcome 1.5kWh capacity, and a solid port offering. However, I found the software to be lacking. It's hard to navigate, but as software is, this could be adjusted in future updates. Until then, though, the app itself is distinctly mediocre, and the weakest part of an otherwise great package.

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  Great design

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  Built-in handles

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  Great ports

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  Touchscreen

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  Fast Recharge

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  Optional Cart

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  Optional Solar Panel

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  Hard to operate the app

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  Heavy

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  Can't stack units on the cart

The Enphase IQ PowerPack 1500 is a unique power station in my army of different options.

It's got a sleek, perhaps even beautiful style - a design that separates it from the best portable power stations I've tested. It proved reliable during my time using it ...