GENERGY GZE-3036-PRO-S or Könner & Söhnen KS 500PS: which should you choose?
Comparison of the two portable power stations using our catalogue's scoring criteria, value by value. Scores are relative to all the models we have analysed.
GENERGY GZE-3036-PRO-S
Main drawbackConsumption and conversion losses shorten usable runtime
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Könner & Söhnen KS 500PS
Main drawbackContinuous output of 500 W limits it to small appliances
Read the full analysis →Our verdict based on your priority
- Priority: “Rated power”GENERGY GZE-3036-PRO-S 9.4 / 10 vs 7
- Priority: “Battery capacity”GENERGY GZE-3036-PRO-S 9.2 / 10 vs 6.9
- Priority: “Equipment”Könner & Söhnen KS 500PS 9 / 10 vs 7.5
By criterion
| Criterion | GENERGY GZE-3036-PRO-S | Könner & Söhnen KS 500PS |
|---|---|---|
| Rated power | 9.4 advantage | 7 |
| Battery capacity | 9.2 advantage | 6.9 |
| Equipment | 7.5 | 9 advantage |
A gap of less than half a point does not count as an advantage: our scores are relative to the catalogue, and using them to pick a winner would imply a level of precision we cannot offer.
Side-by-side specs
| Specification | GENERGY GZE-3036-PRO-S | Könner & Söhnen KS 500PS |
|---|---|---|
| Rated power | 3600 W | 500 W |
| Battery capacity | 3072 Wh | 448 Wh |
| Weight | Not provided | 4,9 kg |
| Maximum solar input power | Not provided | 120 W |
| Total power of included solar panels | Not provided | 0 W |
| Number of 230 V sockets | Not provided | 1 sockets |
| Solar | Solar charging compatible | Solar charging compatible |
| Use | Home backup | Home backup |
| Battery technology | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Maximum solar input | Not specified | 120 W, panel not included |
Figures published by manufacturers and retailers, compiled in our reviews. “Not provided” means the figure could not be verified.
Which is right for you?
GENERGY GZE-3036-PRO-S
Leads on 2 criteria of 3 compared
- Rated power: 9.4/10 vs 7/10 (3600 W vs 500 W)
- Battery capacity: 9.2/10 vs 6.9/10 (3072 Wh vs 448 Wh)
Könner & Söhnen KS 500PS
Leads on 1 criterion of 3 compared
- Equipment: 9/10 vs 7.5/10
Comparison based on published specifications and our scores, calculated using the same criteria for every model. Our methodology →
Frequently asked questions
Which is rated higher, GENERGY GZE-3036-PRO-S or Könner & Söhnen KS 500PS?
GENERGY GZE-3036-PRO-S scores 8.7/10, compared with 7.7/10 for Könner & Söhnen KS 500PS, using the same scoring criteria.
Which wins on “Rated power”?
GENERGY GZE-3036-PRO-S wins on “Rated power”: 9.4/10 compared with 7/10 for Könner & Söhnen KS 500PS. Recorded values: 3600 W versus 500 W.
Which wins on “Battery capacity”?
GENERGY GZE-3036-PRO-S wins on “Battery capacity”: 9.2/10 compared with 6.9/10 for Könner & Söhnen KS 500PS. Recorded values: 3072 Wh versus 448 Wh.
Which wins on “Equipment”?
Könner & Söhnen KS 500PS wins on “Equipment”: 9/10 compared with 7.5/10 for GENERGY GZE-3036-PRO-S.