BLUETTI AC180
#6 in Mid-sizeFull review
A heavy but efficient older 1.1kWh LiFePO4 unit that remains a strong value buy when discounted; the Elite 100 V2 is its lighter replacement.
Amazon $449$449
The BLUETTI AC180 and the Anker SOLIX C1000 are evenly matched, rated 4.4 and 4.3. The BLUETTI AC180 leads on value. The Anker SOLIX C1000 wins on portability and solar input. The BLUETTI AC180 costs $50.99 less ($449 vs $499.99).
Anker SOLIX C1000
#9 in Mid-sizeFull review
For campers and home users who want a fast-charging 1 kWh LiFePO4 station with the option to add a second battery, at a lower price than the Gen 2.
Amazon $499.99$499.99
Prices were last checked October 24, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the BLUETTI AC180 for value ($0.39 per rated Wh vs $0.47 per rated Wh).
- Choose the Anker SOLIX C1000 for portability (82 Wh per kg (28.4 lb (12.9 kg)) vs 72 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg))) and solar input (600 W max solar input vs 500 W max solar input).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mid-size portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | BLUETTI AC180 | Anker SOLIX C1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Value 25% | 95 $0.39 per rated Wh | 84 $0.47 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 72 86% of rated capacity delivered (2 tests) | 68 85% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 96 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 82 1,800 W continuous AC | 82 1,800 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 95 0-100% on AC in 1 h | 96 0-100% on AC in 58 min |
| Portability 10% | 49 72 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg)) | 67 82 Wh per kg (28.4 lb (12.9 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 33 500 W max solar input | 49 600 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
BLUETTI AC180
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCWorld | 970 Wh | 84% | 800W space-heater load. |
| PCWorld | 1,007 Wh | 87% | 200W incandescent-bulb load. |
Anker SOLIX C1000
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 897 Wh | 85% | Full discharge through the AC outlets. |
Specifications
| BLUETTI AC180 | Anker SOLIX C1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,152 Wh | 1,056 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 988 Wh (86%) | 897 Wh (85%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,500 | 3,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes | Yes, up to 2,112 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,800 W (2,700 W surge) | 1,800 W (2,400 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 2,700 W | - |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 6 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 4 | 5 |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | - | 1 |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 1 (100 W) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 4 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,440 W | 1,300 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h (0-80% in 45 min (manufacturer)) | 58 min (with UltraFast enabled in the app (manufacturer); OutdoorGearLab measured 65 min UltraFast and 88 min standard) |
| Max solar input | 500 W | 600 W |
| Solar input voltage | - | 11-60V |
| Car charging | - | 120 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 35.3 lb (16 kg) | 28.4 lb (12.9 kg) |
| Dimensions | 13.4 x 9.7 x 12.5 in | 14.8 x 8.07 x 10.5 in |
| App | Bluetooth | Anker app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2023-05 | 2023-09 |