Which backup power?

Six quick questions, and an honest answer: a power station, an inverter generator, or both. For the full comparison, read generator or power station.

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Where would it run?

Indoors, next to what it powersOutdoors is fine (garden, drive)

What do you need to run?

Essentials: fridge, router, lights, phonesHeavier things too: microwave, tools, a kettle

How long are your cuts, at worst?

A few hoursOvernightA day or more

Does it need to be quiet?

Yes: a flat, close neighbours, or overnightNot really

Could you keep petrol outside the house?

NoYes, in a shed or outbuilding

Roughly what's your budget?

Under £400£400 to £1,000Over £1,000

A 1 kWh power station

Around 1 kWh keeps a fridge-freezer, router and phones going through most overnight cuts.
Quiet, no fumes and safe indoors, so it can sit next to what it powers.

EcoFlow DELTA 31,024 Wh, 1,800 W
£649 at EcoFlow See today's price at Amazon
Jackery Explorer 1000 v21,070 Wh, 1,500 W
See today's price at Amazon Sold out at Currys Sold out at Jackery

Check your own list in the sizer before you buy.
Neither saves money on its own. A petrol generator's electricity costs more than the grid's.

Prices checked 3 November 2026. Our picks are by fit, never by commission. Check your own list in the sizer.