BLUETTI Elite 30 V2
#4 in SmallFull review
For campers and remote workers who want a light LiFePO4 unit for laptops, lights and small devices, with a long warranty.
Amazon $279.99$279.99
The BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.9 to 3.7. The BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 leads on charging speed, AC output and features. The DARAN NEO300L wins on value and portability. The DARAN NEO300L costs $140 less ($139.99 vs $279.99).
DARAN NEO300L
#10 in SmallFull review
A low-cost LiFePO4 station for camping and short outages, with a laptop-ready USB-C port and long cycle life. A good fit for anyone who will charge and drain it often.
Amazon $139.99$139.99
Prices were last checked October 22, 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 30 V2 for charging speed (0-100% on AC in 1 h 10 min vs 0-100% on AC in 3 h 24 min), AC output (600 W continuous AC vs 350 W continuous AC) and features (UPS (10 ms), 140 W USB-C, app vs no UPS, expansion or app).
- Choose the DARAN NEO300L for value ($0.49 per rated Wh vs $0.97 per rated Wh) and portability (77 Wh per kg (8.2 lb (3.7 kg)) vs 67 Wh per kg (9.5 lb (4.3 kg))).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every small portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 | DARAN NEO300L |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 25% | 55 $0.97 per rated Wh | 97 $0.49 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% | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 81 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 1-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 83 600 W continuous AC | 51 350 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 89 0-100% on AC in 1 h 10 min | 19 0-100% on AC in 3 h 24 min |
| Portability 10% | 40 67 Wh per kg (9.5 lb (4.3 kg)) | 59 77 Wh per kg (8.2 lb (3.7 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 64 200 W max solar input | 50 solar input not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (10 ms), 140 W USB-C, app | 0 no UPS, expansion or app |
Specifications
| BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 | DARAN NEO300L | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 288 Wh | 288 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,000 to 80% | 3,500 3,500+ cycles to about 80% capacity, per DaranEner's product image; one DARAN Amazon listing (B0GY91T188) says 3,000+ |
| Expandable | No | - |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 600 W | 350 W (600 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 1,500 W | - |
| AC outlets | 2 total | 2 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 2 | 1 |
| 120V 2-prong outlets (NEMA 1-15R) | - | 1 |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 140 W each) | 1 (60 W) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 2 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | - |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 380 W | 100 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 10 min (0-80% in 45 min) | 3 h 24 min (3.4 hr from the wall per DaranEner's product image; DARAN's Amazon listings claim 0-80% in 2.1-2.5 hr) |
| Max solar input | 200 W | - |
| Solar input voltage | 12-28V, 10A | 10-26V |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 9.5 lb (4.3 kg) | 8.2 lb (3.7 kg) |
| Dimensions | 9.8 x 7 x 6.6 in | 10.0 x 6.6 x 8.2 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 years |