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BLUETTI AC180 vs Elite 100 V2 vs Elite 100 mini: Which 1kWh Station Fits?

DealsChecked Editorial TeamUpdated October 24, 2026 (UTC)

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29% offBLUETTI AC180 Portable Power Station 1152Wh 1800W LiFePO4 Solar Generator — $498.99 (29% off)
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BLUETTI AC180 Portable Power Station 1152Wh 1800W LiFePO4 Solar Generator

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44% offBLUETTI Elite 100 V2 Portable Power Station for Camping 1024Wh 1800W — $499.00 (44% off)
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BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 Portable Power Station for Camping 1024Wh 1800W

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At a glance

Choose the Elite 100 V2 for 1,800W of output in the lightest full-power package with the most solar input; the AC180 for the most capacity and a 5-year warranty stated on its product page, if 35.27 to 37 lbs is fine; and the Elite 100 mini only if nothing you plug in together draws more than 700W. 2 current offers are confirmed for the selected products: $498.99–$499.00. These are automatic discounts; no code is required.

Guide snapshot: October 24, 2026 (UTC). Buying notes and tables below describe that snapshot.

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Most capacity; 5-year warranty on its product pageBLUETTI AC180 Portable Power Station 1152Wh 1800W LiFePO4 Solar GeneratorShop on Amazon Details$498.9929%Automatic discountShop on Amazon
1,800W at about 25 lbs; up to 1,000W solarBLUETTI Elite 100 V2 Portable Power Station for Camping 1024Wh 1800WShop on Amazon Details$499.0044%Automatic discountShop on Amazon
Lightest and cheapest; 700W output limitBLUETTI Elite 100 mini Portable Power Station 1004.8Wh 700W LFP for CampingOffer unavailable Current brand offers$449.0034%Automatic discountOffer unavailable

How to choose between the AC180, Elite 100 V2 and Elite 100 mini

All three are current BLUETTI LiFePO4 stations of about 1kWh within $50 of each other, so the comparison isolates output limit, weight, solar input, recharge and stated warranty.

Before opening an offer, add up the wattage of everything you want to run at the same time: above 700W, leave out the Elite 100 mini; then choose between the AC180 and Elite 100 V2 on carrying weight, solar plans and warranty.

What the AC180 gives you

BLUETTI's AC180 page lists 1,152Wh of LiFePO4 capacity rated for 3,500+ cycles to 80% of original capacity, and 1,800W of AC output with a 2,700W power lifting mode. BLUETTI's AC180 page lists AC charging to 80% in 45 minutes at 1,440W in Turbo mode, and up to 500W of solar input. BLUETTI's AC180 page lists a 5-year warranty and gives the weight as about 35.27 lbs in its specifications and 37 lbs elsewhere on the page. BLUETTI's AC180 page mentions B80, B230 and B300 expansion batteries, but its FAQ says the AC180 does not support capacity expansion with them. So the AC180 gives 128Wh more than the Elite 100 V2 and a 5-year warranty on its product page, at the cost of 10 to 12 extra pounds; do not count on adding a battery later until BLUETTI confirms it.

What the Elite 100 V2 adds

BLUETTI's Elite 100 V2 page lists 1,024Wh with LiFePO4 cells rated for over 4,000 cycles, and 1,800W of output with 2,700W of lifting power. BLUETTI's Elite 100 V2 page lists charging to 80% in 45 minutes with 1,200W AC input, up to 1,000W of solar input at 12V-60V, and a 10 ms switch to battery power. BLUETTI's Elite 100 V2 page lists a weight of 25 lbs and shows a Global Warranty label without a term. BLUETTI's Elite 100 V2 launch page states a 5-year warranty, a weight of 25.3 lbs and up to 3,600W surge with HyperVolt. The surge figure depends on BLUETTI's HyperVolt feature, so plan around the 1,800W continuous rating. Ask BLUETTI or the seller to confirm the warranty before relying on it. For about the same price as the AC180, it trades 128Wh of capacity for a lighter body and twice the solar input.

When the Elite 100 mini is enough

BLUETTI's Elite 100 mini page lists 1,004.8Wh in LFP cells built for 6,000+ charge cycles, with total output not to exceed 700W. BLUETTI's Elite 100 mini page lists recharging through 700W AC, 80% in 90 minutes at home, up to 350W of solar, a 10ms UPS and a weight of 23.6 lb. BLUETTI's Elite 100 mini page lists 3 AC outlets and USB-C ports rated 140W and 65W. As a general guide, check each device's wattage label: routers, laptops and lights usually sit far below 700W, while kettles, microwaves and space heaters often draw more, and a fridge needs headroom for its startup surge. If your loads stay under that limit and you carry the station often, the mini is the lightest option and its cycle rating is the highest of the three.

Other stations we checked

We also checked one rival from another brand. EcoFlow lists the DELTA 3 Classic at 1024Wh with 1800W pure sine wave output, and a 3-year standard warranty with a 2-year extension on EcoFlow App registration, shown as a 5-year warranty badge. It has no standalone offer in the current feed; our separate guide compares the Elite 100 V2 with Jackery's Explorer 1000 v2.

FAQ

Which selected offers are current?

2 current offers are confirmed for the selected products: $498.99–$499.00. These are automatic discounts; no code is required.

Which BLUETTI here can run a 1,500W appliance?

The AC180 and the Elite 100 V2, which both list 1,800W of AC output. The Elite 100 mini's total output cannot exceed 700W.

Which one is the lightest?

The Elite 100 mini at 23.6 lb, then the Elite 100 V2 at 25 to 25.3 lbs. The AC180 is listed at about 35.27 lbs in its specifications and 37 lbs elsewhere on its page.

Which has the clearest warranty?

The AC180, whose product page lists 5 years. The Elite 100 V2 product page shows only a Global Warranty label, although its launch page states 5 years; the Elite 100 mini page shows no term in the figures we checked.

Sources and method

The BLUETTI AC180 page , BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 page , BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 launch page , BLUETTI Elite 100 mini page and EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic page were checked October 24, 2026 UTC. Offer values are dated feed observations collected at 12:27 UTC. We have not tested these products ourselves; performance figures are manufacturer ratings.