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GROWATT HELIOS 3600

GROWATT HELIOS 3600
77.8/100
B
#81 of 194 overall
#2 in Growatt
$1599$0.434/Wh
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Battery
3686Wh
AC Output
3600W
Solar Input
2000W
Weight
99 kg· 218.3 lbs
Cycles
4000
UPS
<15ms

  • Strong Cost Per Wh: 0.434
  • Strong Battery Lifespan Cycles: 4000
  • Strong Ac Wave Quality: Pure Sine Wave
  • Strong Max Solar Input: 2000
  • Strong Portable: True

  • Low Energy Density Wh Per Kg: 37.2
  • Low Ac Charge Speed: 1800
  • Low Weight: 99

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Emergency Preparedness

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Mini Fridge ·
CPAP Machine ·
Router + Modem
LED Light Panel
Phone Charger

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

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 149 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 87.0 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 104 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 31.3 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 156 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 149 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 104 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 26.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 48.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 156 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 1.7 hours
  • Blender (500W): 6.3 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 74.6 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 3.9 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 31.3 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 149 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 104 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 313 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 48.2 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 78.3 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 149 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 31.3 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 48.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 156 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 104 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 149 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 48.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 31.3 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 104 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 1.7 hours

Job Sites runtime estimates

  • Circular Saw (1800W): 1.7 hours
  • Corded Drill (700W): 4.5 hours
  • Air Compressor (1000W): 7.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 48.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 156 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 48.2 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 78.3 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 104 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 156 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 313 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 87.0 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 261 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 31.3 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 9.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 156 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 26.1 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 20.9 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 149 hours
  • Blender (500W): 6.3 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 156 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 149 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 26.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 48.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 104 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 3.9 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 149 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 48.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 104 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 31.3 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 26.1 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 20.9 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 15.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 31.3 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 48.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 156 hours

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 104 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 31.3 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 44.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 48.2 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 78.3 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 626 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 149 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 313 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 156 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 104 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 149 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 74.6 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 104 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 26.1 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 7.0 hours

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 6.3 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 626 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 7.0 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 156 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 313 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 104 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 48.2 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 26.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 156 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 149 hours

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 156 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 313 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 78.3 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 48.2 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 149 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 149 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 313 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 78.3 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 156 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 48.2 hours

GROWATT HELIOS 3600 scores 77.8 out of 100 in the AGB database, placing it #81 of 194 portable power stations we track. That earns a B grade in our 0-100 composite, which weighs 45 feature axes from capacity and AC output to charging speed, noise, and warranty. Strengths: Strong Cost Per Wh: 0.434; Strong Battery Lifespan Cycles: 4000. Trade-offs: Low Energy Density Wh Per Kg: 37.2; Low Ac Charge Speed: 1800. Read the full Growatt GROWATT HELIOS 3600 breakdown on AGB for per-feature scores, pricing across Amazon, Walmart and the Growatt store, and head-to-head comparisons with the products it's most often cross-shopped against.

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97.9
85
75
100
94.8
84.3
51.7

GROWATT HELIOS 3600
90 Wh3,686 Wh6,144 Wh

Physical
37.2
51.8 x 31.2 x 41.9 cm
-4~113°F (-20~45°C); Cold startup to -22°F (-30°C)
99
True
AC Power
20A per 20A outlet
3600
Pure Sine Wave
Charging
MC4
Universal, 12-60V, 2000W max input
MPPT
1800
2000
Yes
Yes
Yes
DC Power
Car cigarette lighter 13.2V/10A, 2x USB-A QC 18W, 4x USB-C 100W, 2x DC 5521 13.2V/3A, Anderson 13.2V/30A
Battery
3686
4
3686
4000
Yes
Advanced Features
Yes
True
<15ms
Connectivity
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Warranty
5

Side‑by‑side specs vs 3 similar models in the same capacity and price range.

Spec
GROWATT HELIOS 3600
This model
GROWATT HELIOS 3600
77.8 / B
Pecron E3800LFP
Pecron
Pecron E3800LFP
91.8 / A+
OUPES Mega 3
OUPES
OUPES Mega 3
90.6 / A+
Pecron E3600LFP
Pecron
Pecron E3600LFP
90.4 / A
77.891.890.690.4
3,686 Wh3,840 Wh3,072 Wh3,072 Wh
3,600 W4,200 W3,600 W3,600 W
99 kg · 218.3 lbs39.6 kg · 87.3 lbs37.8 kg · 83.3 lbs36 kg · 79.4 lbs
4,0003,5003,5003,500
20 ms20 ms
2,000 W3,000 W2,100 W2,400 W
$1,599$1,199$1,099$1,049
$0.43/Wh$0.31/Wh$0.36/Wh$0.34/Wh

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How long does the GROWATT HELIOS 3600 run a mini fridge for emergency preparedness?

About 149 hours on a 60W mini fridge (modeled at a 35% duty cycle).

How long does the GROWATT HELIOS 3600 run a cpap machine for emergency preparedness?

About 87.0 hours on a 40W cpap machine (modeled at a 90% duty cycle).

How long does the GROWATT HELIOS 3600 run a mini fridge for home backup?

About 149 hours on a 60W mini fridge (modeled at a 35% duty cycle).

How long does the GROWATT HELIOS 3600 run a router + modem for home backup?

About 104 hours at a steady 30W draw.

How long does the GROWATT HELIOS 3600 run a induction cooktop for food trucks?

About 1.7 hours at a steady 1800W draw.

How long does the GROWATT HELIOS 3600 run a blender for food trucks?

About 6.3 hours at a steady 500W draw.

How long does the GROWATT HELIOS 3600 run a mini fridge for van life?

About 149 hours on a 60W mini fridge (modeled at a 35% duty cycle).

How long does the GROWATT HELIOS 3600 run a 12v water pump for van life?

About 104 hours on a 100W 12v water pump (modeled at a 30% duty cycle).

How long does the GROWATT HELIOS 3600 run a mini fridge for overlanding?

About 149 hours on a 60W mini fridge (modeled at a 35% duty cycle).

How long does the GROWATT HELIOS 3600 run a led light panel for overlanding?

About 31.3 hours at a steady 100W draw.