Selection of alternative power sources and home appliances
During electricity blackouts, household activities are supported by portable power stations, mini-UPS units for routers, laptops, and cordless vacuum cleaners. Experts together with the retail chain prepared an overview of devices that ensure autonomy at home. This was reported by RBC-Ukraine (Олена Ткаченко) citing Foxtrot, according to the portal PromPolitInform.
Preparation for potential energy supply disruptions involves purchasing specialized equipment for backup power and maintaining a usual daily routine. The powerful XO 30K-65 power bank with a capacity of 30,000 mAh costs 2,499 UAH and delivers up to 65 W, allowing users to charge not only smartphones but also portable computers.
Backup power for internet and lighting
For stable internet operation during blackouts, the XOKO WGP 8800mAh mini-UPS priced at 1,999 UAH is used, supporting 5, 9, and 12 V output voltages. The PROOVE On Fleek cordless desk lamp costing 1,899 UAH provides approximately six hours of illumination on a single charge of its 2200 mAh battery with smooth brightness adjustment.
Powerful charging stations for the home
Equipment such as the Marstek Venus-E power station with a capacity of 2,500 W and 5,120 Wh is capable of powering multiple household appliances simultaneously. Such a model costs 74,999 UAH and supports energy replenishment from solar panels and the grid in approximately two hours.
Autonomous devices for daily tasks
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 16IPH11 Luna Grey laptop priced at 41,999 UAH features a 50 Wh battery with a declared autonomy of up to 22.8 hours of local video playback. The GORENJE SVC296449NMBL vertical and handheld cordless vacuum cleaner costing 9,999 UAH consumes 550 W and helps clean rooms without connecting to a wall outlet.
Appliances for hot meal preparation
The GORENJE AF1350DWB multi-cooker with a power consumption of 1,350 W costs 3,999 UAH and requires a power station to operate. An alternative option is the TEFAL RK321A34 multi-cooker with 750 W power for 4,999 UAH, which is equipped with a 5-liter bowl and 37 programs.
Photo: RBC-Ukraine
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