For RV owners and home-backup buyers who want 3 kWh and a TT-30 outlet at a low price and can lift a 58 lb box.
Amazon $1,199 BLUETTI $1,199The BLUETTI Elite 300 is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.9 to 3.6. The BLUETTI Elite 300 leads on battery life and solar input. The BLUETTI Elite 300 costs $200 less ($1,199 vs $1,399).
For home-backup buyers who want nearly 4 kWh in one rolling unit without adding expansion batteries.
Amazon $1,449 BLUETTI $1,399Prices 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 Elite 300 for battery life (LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 5-year warranty) and solar input (1,200 W max solar input vs 1,000 W max solar input).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every home backup portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | BLUETTI Elite 300 | BLUETTI Elite 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 85 $0.40 per rated Wh | 90 $0.36 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 84 89% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 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% | 0 2,400 W continuous AC | 7 2,600 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) | 47 0-100% on AC in 2 h 30 min |
| Portability 10% | 100 115 Wh per kg (58 lb (26.3 kg)) | 97 98 Wh per kg (86 lb (39 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 29 1,200 W max solar input | 13 1,000 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (10 ms), 140 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (15 ms), 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
BLUETTI Elite 300
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| StorageReview | 2,670 Wh | 88.6% | Discharge measured with a Kill-A-Watt meter (load not stated); recharge drew 3.49 kWh from the wall; UPS switchover measured at 8 ms |
BLUETTI Elite 400
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| BLUETTI Elite 300 | BLUETTI Elite 400 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 3,014.4 Wh | 3,840 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 2,670 Wh (89%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,000 to 80% | - |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,400 W | 2,600 W (5,200 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 4,800 W | 3,900 W |
| AC outlets | 5 total | 4 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 4 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | 1 | - |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 140 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (15 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | 1,800 W |
| Full AC charge time | - | 2 h 30 min (0-80% in about 1 h 55 min in Turbo mode; AC + solar up to 2800W) |
| Max solar input | 1,200 W | 1,000 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V, 22A | 12-60V, 20A |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 58 lb (26.3 kg) | 86 lb (39 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14.41 x 12.01 x 11.71 in | 16.8 x 11.3 x 19.3 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2026-03 | - |
