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 3.9. The BLUETTI AC180 leads on value and features. The BLUETTI Premium 100 V2 wins on solar input and portability. The BLUETTI AC180 costs $400 less ($449 vs $849).
BLUETTI Premium 100 V2
#27 in Mid-sizeFull review
For buyers who need to run high-draw appliances from a light 1 kWh unit and want fast wall and solar charging.
BLUETTI $849$849
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 $0.83 per rated Wh) and features (UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app vs UPS (10 ms), 140 W USB-C, app).
- Choose the BLUETTI Premium 100 V2 for solar input (1,000 W max solar input vs 500 W max solar input) and portability (89 Wh per kg (25.3 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 Premium 100 V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 95 $0.39 per rated Wh | 36 $0.83 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 72 86% of rated capacity delivered (2 tests) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 96 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 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 | 89 0-100% on AC in 1 h 10 min |
| Portability 10% | 49 72 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg)) | 80 89 Wh per kg (25.3 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 Premium 100 V2
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| BLUETTI AC180 | BLUETTI Premium 100 V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,152 Wh | 1,024 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 988 Wh (86%) | - |
| 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)) | 1 h 10 min (0-80% in 45 min in Turbo mode) |
| Max solar input | 500 W | 1,000 W |
| Solar input voltage | - | 12-60V, 20A |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 35.3 lb (16 kg) | 25.3 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 | 5 years |