A cheap, IP65 Bluetooth 100Ah battery for RV, solar and marine use, from one of the larger storage-battery makers. Cold-climate users need a heated model instead.
Amazon $179.98The Dyness 12V 100Ah Bluetooth and the Epoch 12V 105Ah Essential are evenly matched, rated 3.8 and 3.7. The Dyness 12V 100Ah Bluetooth leads on value. The Epoch 12V 105Ah Essential wins on warranty and cold weather. The Dyness 12V 100Ah Bluetooth costs $369.02 less ($179.98 vs $549).
For boat and RV owners who charge below freezing and want a Group 24 battery with heating and Bluetooth built in. You pay a premium over budget brands for the heater, the app and the longer warranty.
Epoch $549Prices 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 Dyness 12V 100Ah Bluetooth for value ($0.14 per rated Wh vs $0.41 per rated Wh).
- Choose the Epoch 12V 105Ah Essential for warranty (11-year warranty vs 5-year warranty) and cold weather (self-heating, so it charges below freezing vs stops charging below freezing (no heater)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 100 Ah class 12V lithium battery; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Dyness 12V 100Ah Bluetooth | Epoch 12V 105Ah Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 35% | 93 $0.14 per rated Wh | 49 $0.41 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Output 15% | 50 100 A continuous (about 1,280 W at 12.8 V) | 55 105 A continuous (about 1,340 W at 12.8 V) |
| Warranty 15% | 50 5-year warranty | 100 11-year warranty |
| Cycle life 10% | 33 3,000 cycles at 100% depth, maker rating | 50 4,000 cycles, maker rating |
| Cold weather 10% | 60 stops charging below freezing (no heater) | 100 self-heating, so it charges below freezing |
Specifications
| Dyness 12V 100Ah Bluetooth | Epoch 12V 105Ah Essential | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Rated capacity | 100 Ah (1,280 Wh) | 105 Ah (1,344 Wh) |
| Nominal voltage | 12.8 V | 12.8 V |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Rated cycle life | 3,000 at 100% depth | 4,000 |
| Price per Wh | $0.14 | $0.41 |
| BMS | ||
| Continuous discharge | 100 A | 105 A |
| Peak discharge | - | 200 A for 10 s |
| Max charge current | 100 A | 100 A |
| Low-temperature charging | Charge cutoff only | Self-heating |
| Bluetooth monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Series / parallel | up to 4 in series, 4 in parallel | up to 4 in series, 4 in parallel |
| Build | ||
| Case size | Group 31 | Group 24 |
| Dimensions | 12.99 x 6.77 x 8.43 in | 10.25 x 6.75 x 9.00 in |
| Weight | 25.3 lb | 22.1 lb |
| Terminals | M8 | M8 female |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP54 |
| Warranty | 5 years | 11 years |
