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 FridgePower rates 3.9 among large ones. The BLUETTI AC180 costs $450 less ($449 vs $899).
BLUETTI FridgePower
#21 in LargeFull review
For homeowners who want a set-and-forget battery backup that hides beside or behind the refrigerator. It is a poor fit for camping or job sites, where its weight, shape and two outlets work against it.
Amazon $1,699 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 FridgePower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 95 $0.39 per rated Wh | 78 $0.45 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 72 86% of rated capacity delivered (2 tests) | 71 86% 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 | 21 1,800 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 95 0-100% on AC in 1 h | 71 0-100% on AC in 1 h 45 min |
| Portability 10% | 49 72 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg)) | 100 102 Wh per kg (43.4 lb (19.7 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 33 500 W max solar input | 41 1,000 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 80 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 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 FridgePower
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| APH Networks | 1,727 Wh | 85.7% | Constant 1,016 W electric heater load from full to shutoff (1 h 42 min). Measured AC charge 0-80% in 1 h 46 min in Standard mode. |
Specifications
| BLUETTI AC180 | BLUETTI FridgePower | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,152 Wh | 2,016 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 988 Wh (86%) | 1,727 Wh (86%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,500 | 4,000 BLUETTI rates it for over 4,000 cycles; APH Networks reports the claim as 80% capacity after 4,000 cycles |
| Expandable | Yes | Yes, up to 8,064 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,800 W (2,700 W surge) | 1,800 W (3,600 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 2,700 W | 3,000 W |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 2 |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 4 | - |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | - |
| USB-C ports | 1 (100 W) | 0 |
| USB-A ports | 4 | 0 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | No |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | Yes (10 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,440 W | 1,440 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h (0-80% in 45 min (manufacturer)) | 1 h 45 min (0-80% in 60 min, full in 105 min, as reported by APH Networks; BLUETTI's own pages read did not state a time. APH measured 0-80% in 1 h 46 min in Standard mode.) |
| Max solar input | 500 W | 1,000 W |
| Solar input voltage | - | 12-60V, 20 A max (XT60) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 35.3 lb (16 kg) | 43.4 lb (19.7 kg) |
| Dimensions | 13.4 x 9.7 x 12.5 in | 22.83 x 13.78 x 3.07 in |
| App | Bluetooth | BLUETTI app (Wi-Fi + Bluetooth; Alexa and Google Home) |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |
| Released | 2023-05 | 2026-06 |