For homeowners who want a 240V-capable backup battery that grows with expansion packs, not a grab-and-go unit.
Amazon $1,498.98 BLUETTI $1,499The BLUETTI Apex 300 is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.0 to 3.5. The BLUETTI Apex 300 leads on value, AC output and battery life. The BLUETTI Premium 200 V2 wins on portability. The BLUETTI Apex 300 costs $50.02 less ($1,498.98 vs $1,549).
For buyers who want 2 kWh with higher output than the Elite 200 V2 for running larger appliances.
BLUETTI $1,549Prices 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 Apex 300 for value ($0.54 per rated Wh vs $0.75 per rated Wh), AC output (3,840 W continuous AC vs 2,700 W continuous AC) and battery life (LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 5-year warranty).
- Choose the BLUETTI Premium 200 V2 for portability (86 Wh per kg (53.4 lb (24.2 kg)) vs 73 Wh per kg (83.8 lb (38 kg))).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every large portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | BLUETTI Apex 300 | BLUETTI Premium 200 V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 63 $0.54 per rated Wh | 31 $0.75 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 70 LiFePO4, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 100 3,840 W continuous AC | 67 2,700 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) | 82 0-100% on AC in 1 h 24 min |
| Portability 10% | 50 73 Wh per kg (83.8 lb (38 kg)) | 74 86 Wh per kg (53.4 lb (24.2 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 84 2,400 W max solar input | 39 1,000 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 80 UPS (0 ms), expandable, app | 75 UPS (15 ms), 100 W USB-C, app |
Specifications
| BLUETTI Apex 300 | BLUETTI Premium 200 V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 2,764.8 Wh | 2,073.6 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,000 to 80% | - |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 19,353.6 Wh | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 3,840 W (7,680 W surge) | 2,700 W |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | - | 3,900 W |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 4 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 4 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | 1 | - |
| 120/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R) | 1 | - |
| USB-C ports | 0 | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 0 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | No | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | - |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (0 ms switchover) | Yes (15 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | 1,800 W |
| Full AC charge time | - | 1 h 24 min (0-80% in about 1 h; AC + solar up to 2400W) |
| Max solar input | 2,400 W | 1,000 W |
| Solar input voltage | 2 inputs, 12-60V, 20A each | 12-60V, 20A |
| Car charging | - | 192 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 83.8 lb (38 kg) | 53.4 lb (24.2 kg) |
| Dimensions | 20.67 x 12.87 x 12.6 in | 13.78 x 9.84 x 12.74 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
