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 3.1. The BLUETTI AC180 leads on value, battery life and features. The Generac GB1000 wins on portability. The BLUETTI AC180 costs $450.99 less ($449 vs $899.99).
Generac GB1000
#38 in Mid-sizeFull review
For buyers who want a Generac-backed 1 kWh station that can run 1,600W appliances and parallel with a second unit; LiFePO4 rivals offer more cycles and faster charging for the money.
ecobee (Generac) $899.99$899.99
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), battery life (LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty vs Li-ion NMC, 800 cycles, 3-year warranty) and features (UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app vs no UPS, expansion or app).
- Choose the Generac GB1000 for portability (83 Wh per kg (29 lb (13.2 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 | Generac GB1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 3.1/5 |
| 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 | 23 Li-ion NMC, 800 cycles, 3-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 82 1,800 W continuous AC | 74 1,600 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)) | 68 83 Wh per kg (29 lb (13.2 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 33 500 W max solar input | 33 468 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 0 no UPS, expansion or 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. |
Generac GB1000
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| BLUETTI AC180 | Generac GB1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,152 Wh | 1,086 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 988 Wh (86%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | Li-ion NMC |
| Cycle life | 3,500 | 800 to 80% (0.5C charge, 1C discharge at 25 C) |
| Expandable | Yes | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,800 W (2,700 W surge) | 1,600 W (3,200 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 2,700 W | - |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 3 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 4 | - |
| 120V 2-prong outlets (NEMA 1-15R) | - | 3 |
| USB-C ports | 1 (100 W) | 2 (up to 65 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 4 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | No |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,440 W | 450 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h (0-80% in 45 min (manufacturer)) | - |
| Max solar input | 500 W | 468 W |
| Solar input voltage | - | 10-28V, 30A max (shared DC/solar input) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 35.3 lb (16 kg) | 29 lb (13.2 kg) |
| Dimensions | 13.4 x 9.7 x 12.5 in | 14.1 x 10.2 x 12.0 in |
| App | Bluetooth | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |