BLUETTI Elite 100 V2
#4 in Mid-sizeFull review
A light, quiet 1kWh LiFePO4 station with best-in-class solar input, well suited to van builds, camping and CPAP use.
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The BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.4 to 3.2. The BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 leads on value, portability and charging speed. The BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 costs $400 less ($499 vs $899).
BLUETTI Pioneer Na
#37 in Mid-sizeFull review
For buyers who need power in freezing conditions, such as winter camping, ice fishing or unheated garages, and accept the weight and price.
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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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 for value ($0.49 per rated Wh vs $1.00 per rated Wh), portability (89 Wh per kg (25 lb (11.5 kg)) vs 56 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg))) and charging speed (0-100% on AC in 1 h 10 min vs 0-100% on AC in 2 h 24 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 V2 | BLUETTI Pioneer Na |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 82 $0.49 per rated Wh | 13 $1.00 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 77 87% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 73 86% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 85 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles | 75 Sodium-ion, 4,000 cycles, 3-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 82 1,800 W continuous AC | 70 1,500 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 89 0-100% on AC in 1 h 10 min | 51 0-100% on AC in 2 h 24 min |
| Portability 10% | 80 89 Wh per kg (25 lb (11.5 kg)) | 20 56 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 97 1,000 W max solar input | 48 500 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (10 ms), 140 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
BLUETTI Elite 100 V2
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 890 Wh | 87% | Light-bar load bank at roughly 80% of rated AC output, 100% to shutdown. Measured standard charging rate 512 Wh/hr (about 2 hr from empty) without turbo mode. |
BLUETTI Pioneer Na
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 86% | Battery efficiency test (load not stated in the review); idle draw 8.6W. Measured AC recharge from empty about 1 h 3 min. |
Specifications
| BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 | BLUETTI Pioneer Na | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,024 Wh | 900 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 890 Wh (87%) | 774 Wh (86%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | Sodium-ion |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 4,000 to about 70% |
| Expandable | - | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,800 W (3,600 W surge) | 1,500 W (2,250 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 2,700 W | - |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 4 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | - | 4 |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | - |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 140 W each) | 1 (100 W) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 4 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 2 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,200 W | 1,400 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 10 min (0-80% in 45 min with 1,200W TurboBoost (app setting)) | 2 h 24 min (0-80% in 45 min; AC + solar up to 1900W) |
| Max solar input | 1,000 W | 500 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V, 20A max | 12-60V, 10A |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 25 lb (11.5 kg) | 35.3 lb (16 kg) |
| Dimensions | 12.6 x 8.5 x 9.8 in | 13.4 x 9.7 x 12.5 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Warranty | - | 3 years |
| Released | 2025-07 | 2025-09 |