For buyers who want a full kilowatt-hour for lights, a fridge, CPAP and electronics at a low price, and do not need high-wattage appliances.
Amazon $799 BLUETTI $429The BLUETTI Elite 100 mini is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.0 to 3.9. The BLUETTI Elite 100 mini leads on value and portability. The BLUETTI Premium 100 V2 wins on AC output, solar input and charging speed. The BLUETTI Elite 100 mini costs $420 less ($429 vs $849).
For buyers who need to run high-draw appliances from a light 1 kWh unit and want fast wall and solar charging.
BLUETTI $849Prices 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the BLUETTI Elite 100 mini for value ($0.43 per rated Wh vs $0.83 per rated Wh) and portability (94 Wh per kg (23.6 lb (10.7 kg)) vs 89 Wh per kg (25.3 lb (11.5 kg))).
- Choose the BLUETTI Premium 100 V2 for AC output (1,800 W continuous AC vs 700 W continuous AC), solar input (1,000 W max solar input vs 350 W max solar input) and charging speed (0-100% on AC in 1 h 10 min vs 0-100% on AC in 2 h 19 min).
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 Elite 100 mini | BLUETTI Premium 100 V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 90 $0.43 per rated Wh | 36 $0.83 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 100 97% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 90 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 3-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 21 700 W continuous AC | 82 1,800 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 53 0-100% on AC in 2 h 19 min | 89 0-100% on AC in 1 h 10 min |
| Portability 10% | 89 94 Wh per kg (23.6 lb (10.7 kg)) | 80 89 Wh per kg (25.3 lb (11.5 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 23 350 W max solar input | 97 1,000 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 55 UPS (10 ms), 140 W USB-C | 75 UPS (10 ms), 140 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
BLUETTI Elite 100 mini
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 97% | Efficiency test (load not stated in the review); idle draw about 13.5W. Measured AC recharge from empty about 2 h. |
BLUETTI Premium 100 V2
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| BLUETTI Elite 100 mini | BLUETTI Premium 100 V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,004.8 Wh | 1,024 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 975 Wh (97%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,000 to 80% | 4,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | - |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 700 W | 1,800 W (3,600 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | - | 2,700 W |
| AC outlets | 3 total | 4 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 3 | - |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | - | 4 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 140 W each) | 2 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 2 | 2 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (10 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 700 W | 1,200 W |
| Full AC charge time | 2 h 19 min (0-80% in about 82 min) | 1 h 10 min (0-80% in 45 min in Turbo mode) |
| Max solar input | 350 W | 1,000 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V, 10A | 12-60V, 20A |
| Car charging | 192 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 23.6 lb (10.7 kg) | 25.3 lb (11.5 kg) |
| Dimensions | 9.25 x 8.48 x 11.54 in | 12.6 x 8.5 x 9.8 in |
| App | - | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2026-09 | 2025-07 |
