Which low-mid range lithium battery?

[Phil1]

I just like the idea of being able to use the sockets for stuff. So confused, electrics are the trickiest part so far. My biggest issue is that I don’t know what I really need yet especially as I’m not going the full “traditional” camper layout. All I really need is to power my compressor coolbox, lights and phones for a long weekend. To be able to use portable grills etc and maybe a small heater would be a bonus, but either way I’m guessing that falls under EHU territory?

I’m just conscious that a full electric setup is well on the way to the £1k mark I suppose and how much of paying EHU fees will that get me in comparison.

 

[JumpShip]

Had our van 10 years , only had a leisure battery for about 4 years and relied solely on EHU before that without any issues .
Having said that our love for being abroad more and solar being more a viable source of power the need for more storage and the ability to harness 'free' power appeals lots .

 

[Drive Wayne]

It's great in the height of the season to turn up to a popular camp site and say that you don't need a hook up.
More often than not, they will find you a space. And of course the wild camping scene.
A 105Ah LB will allow you flexibility!

 

[Phil1]

Both good points! If it was just the battery then it would be an easy decision. If or when I do go that route I think I’ll go for the Drift 105ah based on the recommendations and reviews so far.

Option b would be get a Bluetti for this year, then if I need more then upgrade to a LB later and keep the power bank as “extra” power? I’ve read you can get them to work or charge each other? Or would that be a waste of £500?

 

[soldas]

Getting a portable power station is never a waste.

It's somewhat plug and play for the van, it's removable to use elsewhere, and holds a resale value.

And yeah in time can be used as a fast charge for a lithium battery (I do that with a Jackery).

Honestly if I was starting from scratch I'd go for a higher end power station (something that can output 1000w on 240v) first and then in time build in a more standard leisure battery set-up.

 

[Velosaurus]

Just bought a Fogstar drift 105 & Orion XS. Cheapest I found was 5% off 12voltplanet through taking out SBMCC forum membership for £12. They were cheapest for the battery. I could have got the XS (and the MPPT & Shunt) cheaper on Ebay, but not by much and considered better to buy from a single point if needed warranty support at some point.