Guides

Practical guides to being ready for 72 hours on your own: what to buy, how much you need and what to do when it happens.

• Best portable power station for blackouts in EuropeHow much capacity you need, and the five models worth buying. 9 min read
• EcoFlow vs Jackery vs BluettiWhich brand to pick, compared on what matters in a blackout. 7 min read
• A 72-hour kit for under €100Every item, with the cheapest version that still works. 5 min read
• What to do in a power blackoutThe first 30 minutes, the first night, and day three. 6 min read
• The 72-hour emergency kit checklistInteractive and printable. Tick what you own. 4 min read

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