Power Backup Lab is an independent resource dedicated to one thing: helping homeowners stay powered when the grid goes down. From portable power stations and solar generators to standby generators and whole-home battery systems, we cut through the marketing noise and give you clear, practical guidance you can actually use.
Why we exist
Power outages are becoming more frequent and longer, driven by aging grid infrastructure, extreme weather, and rising demand. For most families, backup power has gone from a nice to have to a genuine necessity, whether it is keeping medical devices running, protecting a refrigerator full of food, or simply keeping the lights and internet on while working from home.
The problem is that shopping for backup power is confusing. Specifications are inconsistent, marketing claims are inflated, and the price range is enormous. We started Power Backup Lab to fix that, by turning complicated technical decisions into straightforward recommendations grounded in evidence.
Who is behind Power Backup Lab
The site is led by our founding editor, Grant Mercer, who oversees our research process and editorial standards. Grant and the Power Backup Lab editorial team share a simple belief: readers deserve honest, no-hype guidance, and recommendations should be earned by the product, not bought by the brand.
How we work
Every guide and review we publish is built from official manufacturer specifications, independent lab and field testing from trusted third parties, and verified feedback from real owners. We explain our full process in detail on our How We Review page. In short: we do the homework so you can decide with confidence.
Independence and how we are funded
Power Backup Lab is reader supported and editorially independent. Some links on this site are affiliate links, and we may earn a small commission when you buy through them, at no extra cost to you. That funding keeps the site running, but it never influences our verdicts. For the full details, see our Affiliate Disclosure.
Get in touch
We welcome questions, corrections, and suggestions for topics you would like us to cover. Reach us any time through our Contact page.