Lion Energy Safari
Lion Energy

Lion Energy Safari

50.6/100
C+
#144 of 194 overall
#1 in Lion Energy
$1399$0.8679/Wh
Under $2,000Best in Brand

Performance Matrix

Battery
1612Wh
AC Output
3000W
Solar Input
600W
Weight
—
Cycles
3500
UPS
—

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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Tailgating

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55" TV (120W)11.4 hours
PA Speaker (150W)9.1 hours
Mini Fridge (60W)· 35% duty65.2 hours
Blender (500W)2.7 hours
Phone Charger (20W)68.5 hours

Runtimes are estimates. Fridges, AC units, humidifiers and similar devices are modeled with realistic duty cycles so numbers reflect average draw, not peak wattage.

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 11.4 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 9.1 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 65.2 hours
  • Blender (500W): 2.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 68.5 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 65.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 45.7 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 137 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 21.1 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 34.3 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 65.2 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 38.1 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 45.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 13.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 68.5 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 65.2 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 11.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 21.1 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 45.7 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 1.7 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 274 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 65.2 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 137 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 68.5 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 45.7 hours

Job Sites runtime estimates

  • Circular Saw (1800W): 0.8 hours
  • Corded Drill (700W): 2.0 hours
  • Air Compressor (1000W): 3.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 21.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 68.5 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 21.1 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 34.3 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 45.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 68.5 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 137 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 65.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 13.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 21.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 68.5 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 45.7 hours

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 45.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 13.7 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 19.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 21.1 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 34.3 hours

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 2.7 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 274 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 3.0 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 68.5 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 137 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 65.2 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 137 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 34.3 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 68.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 21.1 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 9.1 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 6.9 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 13.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 21.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 68.5 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 65.2 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 45.7 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 11.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 21.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 68.5 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 45.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 21.1 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 11.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 68.5 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 65.2 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 65.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 21.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 13.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 45.7 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.8 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.8 hours
  • Blender (500W): 2.7 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 32.6 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 1.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 13.7 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 38.1 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 114 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 13.7 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 4.3 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 68.5 hours

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 68.5 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 137 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 34.3 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 21.1 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 65.2 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 65.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 21.1 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 45.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 13.7 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 11.4 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 65.2 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 32.6 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 45.7 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 11.4 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 3.0 hours

Pros

  • Strong Ac Power Surge: 6000
  • Strong Ac Wave Quality: Pure Sine Wave
  • Strong Portable: True
  • Strong Expandable Capacity: Yes
  • Strong Smart Charging: Yes

Cons

  • Low Energy Density Wh Per Kg: 28.1
  • Low Ac Charge Speed: 800
  • Low Weight: 57.3 lbs (26 kg)
  • Low Fast Charging: No
  • Low Ups Functionality: False

Not Recommended

Budget CampingSolar SetupWhole Home Backup

Technical Score Breakdown

AC Power100
Battery81.6
Charging63.3
Connectivity50
Warranty100
Price71.1
Physical58.1
Advanced Features0

Capacity Position

Lion Energy Safari
90 Wh1,612 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Product Info
Brand
Lion Energy
Model Name
Lion Safari
Product Url
https://lionenergy.com/products/lion-safari
Price
Price Description
Lion Safari | 1612Wh, 3000W, LiFePO4
Base Price
1399.00
Cost Per Wh
0.8679
Charging
Solar Connector Type
Anderson / proprietary
Solar Panel Compatibility
24V panels (brand recommends 100W 24V panel)
Max Solar Panels
6
Charger Type
AC wall + solar (MPPT) + DC/car
Ac Charge Speed
800
Max Solar Input
600
Fast Charging
No
Smart Charging
Yes
Pass Through Charging
Yes
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
Physical
Dimensions
50.8 x 33.8 x 33.8 cm
Operating Temp
not specified
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
28.1
Weight
57.3 lbs (26 kg)
Portable
True
Battery
Extra Battery Capacity
2688
Max Extra Batteries
1
Battery Capacity Wh
1612
Battery Lifespan Cycles
3500
Expandable Capacity
Yes
AC Power
Ac Power Continuous
3000
Ac Power Surge
6000
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
Advanced Features
Parallel Expansion
No
Ups Functionality
False
Connectivity
Wireless Charging
No
App Control
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Wifi Connectivity
No
Warranty
Warranty
5

Competitor Comparison

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50.6 / C+
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Overall score50.676.271.369.1
Capacity1,612 Wh1,536 Wh1,843 Wh1,536 Wh
AC output3,000 W1,800 W2,500 W1,800 W
Weight—16.5 kg · 36.4 lbs25 kg · 55 lbs17.5 kg · 38.6 lbs
Battery cycles3,5003,0003,5004,000
UPS switch time—15 ms10 ms20 ms
Max solar input600 W500 W1,200 W800 W
Price$1,399$1,099$995$999
Cost per Wh$0.87/Wh$0.72/Wh$0.54/Wh$0.65/Wh

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