EverStart 400 Watts Portable Slim Inverter with Digital Display and Multiple USB and AC Ports

Being a member of the Walmart Sparks program I have learned so much. I had the opportunity to review the "EverStart 400W Slim Inverter", but wasn't quite sure how it worked. So when it arrived I was at first impressed of the small compact size of the product. I was equally impressed at the power this small product processed. A power inverter converts vehicle DC power to household AC power. I could connect the clamps (which are included) to my car battery and would be able to power large appliances. or... I could plug in the 12V cigarette plug and power small appliances like a laptop, tablet or cell phone. The inverter has 2 AC ports for 400W output and 2 USB ports. The other cool thing about this product is that it also features an LCD screen that shows real time output power consumption in %. It also displays car battery voltage, and a warning text. If that wasn't enough, it also includes a replacement fuse in the end cap. It is great for overnight trips or longer excursions. A product that would be great for every household.

Over the years I have had several inverters. The first I got was in the late 90's and it was 1200 watts pure sine wave. I needed it to provide power to a circular saw I wanted to use where I did not have any 120VAC. Over the years as many 120VAC products were now made to work with battery power, I found less expensive non-sine wave inverters worked well for my needs. I have used a 200 watt inverter for a number of years, but that one was not powerful enough for some things. It only had a cigar lighter plug to get the 12VDC power from which is a limiting factor to the power available. This Ever Start unit has both a cigar lighter plug AND a 12VDC battery clamp which is most useful for higher wattage appliances. The power cords are independent of each other and can be taken on/off easily to the input terminals of the inverter. It is NON-sine wave inverter which means it will not run many 120VAC appliances that have a spinning motor in them, and if they do run the appliance, it will have greatly reduced speed and power from the motor. However, I like this unit as it provides up to 400 watts which is plenty for powering/charging a laptop, or LED/LCD TV or monitor screen and computer. It will also power most 12VDC battery chargers used for battery operated power tools. Input power fuses are easily replaced as they are available on the rear panel. This inverter also has two USB power ports which is a nice touch. It also has an internal fan to help cool the unit as it will become warm when loaded to 1/2 or more of it's 400 watt capacity. Do not mount this unit in an enclosed space as it need plenty of air flow. This will not power a home refrigerator as many RV/trailer users now have, but it is convenient for many other appliances, mostly electronic items that require 400 watts or less of 120VAC power. Power ratings for most appliances are written on them or the "power bricks" that connect them to the wall outlet. Make sure that your 12VDC battery(s) are fully charged before using this device. They will quickly discharge depending on how much power you are pulling from the Ever Start inverter.