BLUETTI Elite 30 V2
#4 in SmallFull review
For campers and remote workers who want a light LiFePO4 unit for laptops, lights and small devices, with a long warranty.
Amazon $279.99 BLUETTI $289.99$279.99
The BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.9 to 3.5. The BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 leads on AC output, features and solar input. The Anker SOLIX C300 DC wins on value and portability. The Anker SOLIX C300 DC costs $80.01 less ($199.98 vs $279.99).
Anker SOLIX C300 DC
#17 in SmallFull review
For travelers and campers who only need to charge USB-C and 12V devices and want the lightest 288 Wh option.
Amazon $199.98 Anker$199.98
Prices were last checked October 20, 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 Elite 30 V2 for AC output (600 W continuous AC vs No AC outlets (DC only)), features (UPS (10 ms), 140 W USB-C, app vs 140 W USB-C) and solar input (200 W max solar input vs 100 W max solar input).
- Choose the Anker SOLIX C300 DC for value ($0.69 per rated Wh vs $0.97 per rated Wh) and portability (103 Wh per kg (6.2 lb (2.8 kg)) vs 67 Wh per kg (9.5 lb (4.3 kg))).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every small portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 | Anker SOLIX C300 DC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 55 $0.97 per rated Wh | 79 $0.69 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 81 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 3-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 83 600 W continuous AC | 0 No AC outlets (DC only) |
| Charging speed 10% | 89 0-100% on AC in 1 h 10 min | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 40 67 Wh per kg (9.5 lb (4.3 kg)) | 100 103 Wh per kg (6.2 lb (2.8 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 64 200 W max solar input | 23 100 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (10 ms), 140 W USB-C, app | 20 140 W USB-C |
Specifications
| BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 | Anker SOLIX C300 DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 288 Wh | 288 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,000 to 80% | 3,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 600 W | None (DC only) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 1,500 W | - |
| AC outlets | 2 total | 0 |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 2 | - |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | - |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 140 W each) | 4 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 2 | - |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | - |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 380 W | - |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 10 min (0-80% in 45 min) | - |
| Max solar input | 200 W | 100 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-28V, 10A | 11-28V |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 9.5 lb (4.3 kg) | 6.2 lb (2.8 kg) |
| Dimensions | 9.8 x 7 x 6.6 in | 4.89 x 4.72 x 7.87 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |