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 rates 4.4 among mid-size portable power stations; the BLUETTI AC200L rates 4.0 among large ones. The BLUETTI AC180 costs $450 less ($449 vs $899).
BLUETTI AC200L
#19 in LargeFull review
For RV and backup users who want fast charging, strong solar input and an expansion path in a 2 kWh base unit.
BLUETTI $899$899
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (mid-size and large), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | BLUETTI AC180 | BLUETTI AC200L |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 95 $0.39 per rated Wh | 79 $0.44 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 72 86% of rated capacity delivered (2 tests) | 55 82% 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 | 54 2,400 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 95 0-100% on AC in 1 h | 79 0-100% on AC in 1 h 30 min |
| Portability 10% | 49 72 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg)) | 50 72 Wh per kg (62.4 lb (28.3 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 33 500 W max solar input | 51 1,200 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. |
BLUETTI AC200L
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| nextpit | 1,680 Wh | 82% | Full discharge of the European 230V model (load not stated); 2,217 Wh from the wall to recharge, about 76% round trip; AC recharge 0-100% in 1 h 10 min. |
Specifications
| BLUETTI AC180 | BLUETTI AC200L | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,152 Wh | 2,048 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 988 Wh (86%) | 1,680 Wh (82%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,500 | 3,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes | Yes, up to 8,192 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,800 W (2,700 W surge) | 2,400 W (3,600 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 2,700 W | - |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 5 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 4 | - |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | - | 4 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | - | 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 | 2,400 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h (0-80% in 45 min (manufacturer)) | 1 h 30 min (About 1.5 h on AC (manufacturer)) |
| Max solar input | 500 W | 1,200 W |
| Solar input voltage | - | 12-145V, 15A |
| Car charging | - | 96 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 35.3 lb (16 kg) | 62.4 lb (28.3 kg) |
| Dimensions | 13.4 x 9.7 x 12.5 in | 16.5 x 11 x 14.4 in |
| App | Bluetooth | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2023-05 | 2024-02 |