Lion Energy SafarivsDakota Lithium Powerbox+ 135
Head-to-head comparison of scores, specs, and features.
Winner
Lion Energy Safari
50.6Grade C+
Price
$1399.00
AC Power
3000W
Dakota Lithium Powerbox+ 135
34.2Grade D
Price
$1500.00
AC Power
2000W
Lion Energy Safariwins by16.42points overall.
The Verdict
Overall take
Buy Lion Energy Safari if
- Better App Control: Yes vs No
- Better Bluetooth: Yes vs No
- Better Expandable Capacity: Yes vs No
Buy Dakota Lithium Powerbox+ 135 if
- Better Fast Charging: Yes vs No
- Better Battery Lifespan Cycles: 5000 vs 3500
- Better Weight: 42.92 vs 57.3 lbs (26 kg)
Top 3 Key Differences
App Control
Yesvs No
Score: 100 vs 0
Bluetooth
Yesvs No
Score: 100 vs 0
Expandable Capacity
Yesvs No
Score: 100 vs 0
Performance by Category
ChargingLion Energy Safari wins
Lion Energy Safari
63.3
Dakota Lithium Powerbox+ 135
50.0
AC PowerTie
Lion Energy Safari
100.0
Dakota Lithium Powerbox+ 135
100.0
ConnectivityLion Energy Safari wins
Lion Energy Safari
50.0
Dakota Lithium Powerbox+ 135
0.0
PriceTie
Lion Energy Safari
71.1
Dakota Lithium Powerbox+ 135
68.8
BatteryLion Energy Safari wins
Lion Energy Safari
81.6
Dakota Lithium Powerbox+ 135
53.3
PhysicalDakota Lithium Powerbox+ 135 wins
Lion Energy Safari
58.1
Dakota Lithium Powerbox+ 135
61.7
Advanced FeaturesTie
Lion Energy Safari
0.0
Dakota Lithium Powerbox+ 135
0.0
WarrantyTie
Lion Energy Safari
100.0
Dakota Lithium Powerbox+ 135
100.0
Full Technical Specifications
| Feature | Lion Energy Safari | Dakota Lithium Powerbox+ 135 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Ac Charge Speed | 800 | — |
| Charger Type | AC wall + solar (MPPT) + DC/car | 12V 10A LiFePO4 charger included |
| Fast Charging | No | Yes |
| Max Solar Input | 600 | — |
| Max Solar Panels | 6 | — |
| Pass Through Charging | Yes | — |
| Smart Charging | Yes | No |
| Solar Connector Type | Anderson / proprietary | — |
| Solar Panel Compatibility | 24V panels (brand recommends 100W 24V panel) | compatible via binder posts |
| AC Power | ||
| Ac Output Amps | — | 2 AC wall outlets (110V) |
| Ac Power Continuous | 3000 | 2000 |
| Ac Power Surge | 6000 | 4000 |
| Ac Wave Quality | Pure Sine Wave | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| App Control | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| Wifi Connectivity | No | No |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
| Price | ||
| Base Price | 1399.00 | 1500.00 |
| Bundle Price | — | 2115.0 |
| Cost Per Wh | 0.8679 | 0.93 |
| Price Description | Lion Safari | 1612Wh, 3000W, LiFePO4 | $1500 (sale from $1700) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Capacity Wh | 1612 | 1620 |
| Battery Lifespan Cycles | 3500 | 5000 |
| Expandable Capacity | Yes | No |
| Extra Battery Capacity | 2688 | — |
| Max Extra Batteries | 1 | — |
| Product Info | ||
| Brand | Lion Energy | Dakota Lithium |
| Model Name | Lion Safari | Powerbox+ 135 |
| Product Url | https://lionenergy.com/products/lion-safari | https://dakotalithium.com/product/powerbox-135-waterproof-solar-generator-12v-135ah-dl-1000cca-battery-included |
| DC Power | ||
| Dc Output | USB-A 2x (5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/1.5A QC), USB-C 2x (60W PD, QC 3.0), 12V socket 15A, NEMA TT-30 30A RV port | 2x USB-C PD60W, external USB-A, 12V binder posts |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 50.8 x 33.8 x 33.8 cm | 11.6" x 12.1" x 12.8" (295 x 307 x 325mm) |
| Energy Density Wh Per Kg | 28.1 | 37.7 |
| Operating Temp | not specified | -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C) |
| Portable | True | True |
| Weight | 57.3 kg · 126.3 lbs | 42.9 kg · 94.6 lbs |
| Advanced Features | ||
| Parallel Expansion | No | No |
| Ups Functionality | False | False |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 11 |