BLUETTI AC180
#2 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 is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.4 to 4.3. The BLUETTI AC180 leads on value, battery life and features. The BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 wins on solar input and portability. The BLUETTI AC180 costs $50 less ($449 vs $499).
BLUETTI Elite 100 V2
#7 in Mid-sizeFull review
A light, quiet 1kWh LiFePO4 station with best-in-class solar input, well suited to van builds, camping and CPAP use.
Amazon $499 BLUETTI $499$499
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 AC180 for value ($0.39 per rated Wh vs $0.49 per rated Wh), battery life (LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles) and features (UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app vs UPS (10 ms), 140 W USB-C, app).
- Choose the BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 for solar input (1,000 W max solar input vs 500 W max solar input) and portability (89 Wh per kg (25 lb (11.5 kg)) vs 72 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg))).
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 | BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Value 25% | 95 $0.39 per rated Wh | 82 $0.49 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 72 86% of rated capacity delivered (2 tests) | 77 87% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 96 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty | 85 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles |
| 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 | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 49 72 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg)) | 80 89 Wh per kg (25 lb (11.5 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 33 500 W max solar input | 97 1,000 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (10 ms), 140 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 Elite 100 V2
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 890 Wh | 87% | Light-bar load bank at roughly 80% of rated AC output, 100% to shutdown. Measured standard charging rate 512 Wh/hr (about 2 hr from empty) without turbo mode. |
Specifications
| BLUETTI AC180 | BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,152 Wh | 1,024 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 988 Wh (86%) | 890 Wh (87%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,500 | 4,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes | - |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,800 W (2,700 W surge) | 1,800 W (3,600 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 2,700 W | 2,700 W |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 4 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 4 | - |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | - | 4 |
| USB-C ports | 1 (100 W) | 2 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 4 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | - | 2 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | Yes (10 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,440 W | 1,200 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h (0-80% in 45 min (manufacturer)) | - |
| Max solar input | 500 W | 1,000 W |
| Solar input voltage | - | 12-60V, 20A max |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 35.3 lb (16 kg) | 25 lb (11.5 kg) |
| Dimensions | 13.4 x 9.7 x 12.5 in | 12.6 x 8.5 x 9.8 in |
| App | Bluetooth | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |
| Released | - | 2025-07 |