For content creators, working on location often comes with an unpredictable challenge: where to get power. Whether you’re in the middle of a remote landscape, shooting an all-day event, or simply trying to keep your gear running without hunting for a plug, a portable power station can be a game-changer. The VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1000 is a high-capacity, fast-charging, and budget-friendly power solution designed to keep your cameras, drones, laptops, and lighting setups running anywhere.

Capacity and Output

The most fundamental aspects of a power station are how much capacity it has and how much power it can supply at one time. The FlashSpeed 1000 boasts an 828 Wh capacity with a 1,000 W continuous output (peaking at 2,000 W). That means it can handle a variety of power-hungry devices: charge an iPhone up to 74 times, recharge a camera battery for over 40 cycles, power an LED light (50 W) for 14+ hours, or recharge a laptop battery 10 times. For almost all content-creator applications, this station alone has more than enough juice to power your workflow.

Even better, VTOMAN offers expandable capacity via the FlashSpeed 1500 Extra Battery (1,548 Wh), allowing you to scale up to a total of 2,376 Wh. That effectively triples those previously listed run times while also letting you scale the size of your battery pack to the needs of your shoot.

For example, you can bring just the power station on a day trip or bring the station and extra battery for an extended production with intense power needs. This feature alone makes it an attractive choice for extended shoots or professionals who don’t want to worry about running out of power in the middle of a crucial session. Do note that the extra battery is just a container of cells and a port for connecting to the power station, with no ability to charge other devices or recharge on its own.

To supply power to devices, the FlashSpeed 1000 has a variety of options, and with 12 total ports, it can easily power multiple devices simultaneously:

• 3x AC outlets (110 V/1,000 W, pure sine wave)
• 2x USB-C (100 W each) – Ideal for laptops, cameras, tablets, and drones
• 4x USB-A – Great for charging smartphones, action cams, and smaller devices
• 1x 12 V/10 A car charger
• 2x DC5521 (12 V/10 A)

For photographers and filmmakers relying on the AC outlets, the pure sine wave AC output ensures stable power delivery, preventing fluctuations that could cause issues like inefficient charging, buzzing, or other electrical problems. That’s also a big consideration if you’re using the power station as an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), as computer PSUs will much prefer pure sine wave power.

On the topic of UPS mode, this feature ensures continuous power to desktops and essential equipment with a sub-20 ms switchover time. That means you should be able to hook the station up to an outlet, then plug in devices that won’t draw battery power until there’s an outage of “mains” power. Note that VTOMAN’s rated

Recharge Speeds

That great capacity, to be useful, needs to be paired with equally capable recharging circuitry. The FlashSpeed 1000 supports speedy 700 W AC fast-charging, which can fully recharge the unit in just 70 minutes from a wall outlet. This is a major advantage if you need to charge the pack quickly between shoots or on short notice. Additionally, it supports a 300 W max solar input (recharges in 4–6 hours) and a 200 W DC car charger input (charges in 7–8 hours), making it versatile enough for those working off-grid.

While these charging speeds are great for the power station by itself, it gets a little less ideal when considering the combination of the power station and extra battery. At 2,376 Wh, the only realistic option for significant charging is via the AC outlet, with solar taking around 10 hours for a recharge and DC charging moving to about 20 hours. Some alternatives on the market, like the Bluetti Elite 200 V2 I previously reviewed, support charging from the wall at up to 1,800 W and up to 1,000 W of solar input, which better corresponds with a 2,000 Wh capacity pack. Still, this limitation isn’t a major factor unless you’re planning on running the pack and extra battery down hard, repeatedly, all while away from any AC outlets—even a couple of hours of access to an AC outlet while at lunch or in your hotel room could get you back to full across the pack and station with “normal” use.

Rugged Design and Portability

The FlashSpeed 1000 weighs 37 lbs and features dual non-slip handles for easy transport. I had no problems moving it around, lifting it into a truck, or securing it while in the field.

The stackable design is a nice touch for those using the additional battery module, keeping the setup organized, although I’d love to see a slight tweak to the top molding of the power station to better mate with the extra battery’s rubber feet. Just a groove added here and there would make this combo feel even steadier when stacked.

A built-in storage compartment for cables and accessories at the top of the power station is a nice and convenient touch. It means no more digging through bags to find your charging cords, or even worse, forgetting some of the specialty cords at home. Another built-in feature is an LED light integrated into the back of the pack. Capable of three output levels, as well as an SOS strobe mode, the light can come in handy as a ground spill light around camp or for an extra kick of light into the trunk or backseat of your car when the pack is stored.

LiFePO4 Battery Chemistry

The FlashSpeed 1000 is built with a LiFePO4 battery, a chemistry becoming increasingly common in the rechargeable space. LiFePO4 cells offer significantly better safety, longevity, and temperature resistance compared to regular lithium-ion batteries. This chemistry allows the battery to endure 3,000+ cycles while maintaining 80% capacity (the industry standard for battery lifetime). Just for perspective, that’s over eight years of daily cycling, when you’ll supposedly still have 80% of the original capacity.

Complementing the smart choice of battery chemistry, VTOMAN’s “LIFEBMS” protection system further enhances safety, shielding the unit from overcharging, overheating, and incorrect voltage inputs. The clear labeling and easily understandable port setup mean you’d have to go out of your way to hook something up incorrectly before some of those features even come into play.

Use Cases

For landscape photographers and adventure filmmakers, the FlashSpeed 1000 provides a reliable way to charge drone batteries, power laptops for on-location editing, and keep cameras running in the most remote environments. VTOMAN offers a foldable, 400 W-capable, IP67 splash-resistant solar panel that pairs well with the power station, easily recharging it over the day.

There are also applications for event shooters thanks to the smaller and reasonably portable form factor of the power station alone. With this power station, you can run LED lights, recharge camera batteries, and power laptops for immediate editing, all without hunting for wall sockets or needing to leave gear on a charger outside your control.

The VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1000 is an impressive and cost-effective solution for photographers, videographers, and content creators who need reliable, fast-charging, and high-capacity power. With 828 Wh capacity, a fast 70-minute recharge time, a range of ports, and expandability up to 2,376 Wh, it’s a solid option for a portable power station.

What I Liked

• High capacity and expandability with 828 Wh capacity, expandable up to 2,376 Wh with the FlashSpeed 1500 Extra Battery
• Fast 700 W AC charging allows a full recharge in just 70 minutes
• Versatile power output with 12 ports, including AC outlets, USB-C (100 W), USB-A, and DC outputs
• UPS mode provides sub-20 ms switchover time for backup power during outages
• Pure sine wave output ensures stable and safe power for sensitive electronics like cameras, laptops, and desktops
• Rugged and portable design with non-slip handles for easier transport
• Built-in storage compartment for cables and an LED light with multiple brightness levels and SOS mode
• LiFePO4 battery chemistry offers a long lifespan (3,000+ cycles while maintaining 80 percent capacity), improved safety, and better temperature resistance
• Supports 300 W solar input (4–6 hours recharge) and 200 W DC car charging (7–8 hours recharge), making it suitable for off-grid use
• Cost-effective with a solid cost-per-watt-hour value

What I Didn’t Like

• Extra battery cannot charge independently and functions only as a storage unit
• Limited charging speed for expanded capacity; solar charging takes about 10 hours, and DC charging takes about 20 hours when using the full 2,376 Wh capacity
• UPS switchover time is right on the edge of ATX specifications, which may not be reliable for critical desktop power backup
• Weighs 37 lbs, which could be cumbersome for frequent transport
• Stacking design could be improved with grooves to better secure the extra battery module

Conclusion

Like I noted in my previous review of a power station, value really comes down to pricing. I’ve considered 50 to 60 cents per watt hour to be a good value for a well-equipped power station, which would put the FlashSpeed 1000 in the mid $400s, a price point the FlashSpeed 1000 was hitting at the time of publication. As such, I’d recommend picking it up if the ports, capacity, and output align with your needs. The FlashSpeed 1000 is available for purchase here.

With support for that extra battery module, the value proposition is even better, letting you scale up your capacity for future trips, all at a reasonable price. The expansion battery, with 1,548 Wh of capacity, is available for purchase here. I also tested the VS400 portable solar panel with the power station.