Bluetti AC200L Overview: The Secret Agreement They Don’t Want You to Know About!

[@AlloffroadAu]

Thank you for watching and for your support. I want to clarify a few things regarding my experience with Bluetti. I can’t speak to what other creators may have signed or agreed to, but in my case, I received the unit without signing any contract initially. From memory, this is the first time Bluetti asked me to sign an agreement, and this has only started happening over the past 12 months or so. When I requested a replacement unit, they insisted on a contract for re-delivery, which they described as a “delivery arrangement.” However, the wording of the contract made it clear that it wasn’t just about delivery. They even said, “Sorry Steve, this contract is for the delivery arrangement. We need to use the contract for shipment. If you think there is something that needs to be changed in the contract, we can discuss it. But if you don’t sign it, I’m sorry, I can’t request the shipment because I can’t change the company’s rules.” This felt a bit like gaslighting, as the contract clearly included terms beyond delivery. It also often feels like I’m communicating with someone in China, and while my English isn’t perfect, I seem to comprehend the situation better than the people I’ve been emailing with. Additionally, I gave Bluetti the opportunity to provide a solution or explanation for the issues I encountered. They had around two months to address the concerns I raised, including a detailed video I sent them explaining what I believed to be wrong. Unfortunately, my concerns were dismissed, and no satisfactory resolution was offered.

[@StasonSmith]

they are in China and that is the biggest problem. I receive offers to buy something over $3k-$5k with a $10 discount code)

[@perfstaas7188]

I belive i have been sensord : ) You cant send them an invoise seens you do not do payd rev.

[@dherrendoerfer]

I've had a very similar experience with them - I'd bought a unit through a Facebook campaign that promised a unit and a solar panel set and, of course, I only got an EB3A, no panels. I complained friendly, they said I misread the offer, I countered stating I had a sales receipt for a unit and a panel - that's when they ghosted me the 1st time. I made a review, and it was not great, nor bad when the unit started smelling extremely bad and started emitting white smoke - whilst running. So I contacted tech support, telling them about the review, the smoke, the scam ... and I got ghosted again ... I finished the review put it online and was done with them - I followed up looking for the source of the smoke, and it was conformal coating getting too hot, when the unit was under stress (from a light load). The unit was pretty good, only the 220V inverter was very inefficient at moderate loads, and power spikes made it to the USB outputs. But then, all of a sudden - I got a mail from demanding I take down the video - because it was bad for them. So I summed up my experience - stated it was a private purchase, asked about the scam sale, why they would not replace a smoking unit and what they thought of ghosting their factory shop customers. Their reply was short: contact support. Now they were ghosting me the 3rd time. You can no longer get anything from them directly without agreeing to not talk bad about it -

[@AlloffroadAu]

good to know and just confirms that I will never use another product from them

[@JohnW118]

@@dherrendoerfer "...bought a unit through a Facebook campaign that 'promised'..."

[@ottoswinebar]

You are fast becoming the number one overlanding reviewer. Good companies will work with you and people watching will believe you.

[@gblargg]

This video has opened my eyes to the terms that are likely behind a lot of review videos. Thank you for having personal integrity and spending the time to read and scrutinize terms.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ShoeysAdventures]

@@AlloffroadAu Agree, cheers again.

[@johncunningham4820]

You can usually spot the Videos that are , basically , Pure Marketing , even when they claim an " Honest Review " .

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

We went through a similar situation with Bluetti. They sent the new 200 V2 before we signed their 5 page contract. I also refused to sign the agreement due to the complexity of the contract. In addition, yes, it is too restrictive on what I can do as a creator doing an honest review. In short, we are sending their unit back to them. Thanks for sharing and being honest.

[@robertwilson1827]

Why can't you do the review without signing??

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

@robertwilson1827 Glad you asked. The answer is because when I wouldn't sign they asked for me to send it back, so I returned. The emailed me a shipping label.

[@gonadventure]

Your Very honest reviews are refreshing, and KZbinrs are not meant to be the marketing department of companies. Your values are outstanding, keep up the good fight!

[@RamBrosWorkshop]

Your brutal honesty is a rare thing in YT

[@garysheppard4028]

Makes you wonder how many reviews of all sorts of products are genuine or if they are just manufacturer-controlled puff pieces. Thanks for opening this window into the behind-the-scenes KZbin goings-on.

[@jeep2701]

Agree, I have lost count of how many new content creators are being given power banks to “Review” I just don’t bother watching. Stefan is genuine and can’t be bought!

[@mjpt57]

It is difficult to sort the chaff from the hay. When I was contemplating my Bluetti purchase, I watched a lot of videos. I joined the Facebook page for Bluetti users and the general consensus there was that the brand is reputable, so that helped me decide my purchasing decision. The problem though, is there are no local Bluetti retailers. Mine was ordered via its Australian website. If I have problems with my AC180 I'll have to ship it back to them. That will not be cheap if Bluetti won't pay for shipping as it's a large and heavy item.

[@aaron_333]

@@mjpt57 From my understanding, Jaycar, BCF and Road Tech Marine are local retailers. Moorabbin Batteries also sell the premium line, so they are another local retailer.

[@jeep2701]

You are my new hero, congratulations on your integrity. Many content creators have been given power banks to review and many are just hogwash and I don’t even bother watching. The marketing departments seem to target young content creators who are hungry for attention and “freebies”. I have donated to your legal costs on your DCS issue and will now sign up to buy you a coffee. Again thank you and congratulations Mark

[@NINAO_0]

Thank you for your honesty and integrity. Keep fighting the good fight.

[@tedsaylor6016]

Even without the "contract", they should be pleased with your balanced review that "more or less" said it was a good unit and provided a good value.

[@kepamurray1845]

Honesty is a virtue Stephan. I sincerely appreciate your transparency and have a far greater respect for your opinions.

[@davidshepherd3365]

Thank you for giving us a behind the scenes look at the tactics used by manufacturers which would seemingly prevent negative reviews. I stopped watching several touring/4wd KZbin channels as I suspected this was the case, and now it appears my hunch was correct. Keep up the great (and honest) work!

[@henrya1051]

Thank you for your honesty and commitment to open unbiased reviews. There are so many utubers right now who do not follow these essential and ethical principles and as a consequence I do not watch their content.

[@MethaneHurricane]

Finally, a bluetti review with integrity.

[@bazza2540]

I feel another lawsuit coming on...

[@fredfred4086]

I would expect nothing less from Stephan.

[@ThePaulv12]

@@bazza2540 Why? He hardly said a bad thing about the Bluetti. Stupid cord and the screen refresh - so what. I drive a new trucks of one make that in every truck the user interface is so poorly designed that it is utterly incredible - windows go up when you push down, the heater gets stuck on full, the windscreen washers don't wash in the line of sight, the cruise control needs 4 buttons pushes to activate it every time, the trailer brake and windscreen washers are easily mistaken, endless warnings cover the entire dash blocking the speedometer, the touch screen interface needs 4 or 7 touches before it responds on every single truck in the fleet - it goes on. They're crazy making. The Bluetti is good.

[@thomasdobson3823]

John Cadogan’s favourite mobile power bank 😂

[@bazza2540]

@@ThePaulv12 Exactly. do you think the other lawsuit is deserved?

[@crankshaft007]

Amazing to see a creator with some integrity and sticking to his principles no what! Really annoys me seeing script reader channels, know absolutely nothing just reading numbers. So they can get free product

[@KevIsOffGrid]

good to see honesty and transparency in reviews - thank you.

[@The_Slavstralian]

Reviews should NOT come with " dont give us a bad review " clause with threatening wording. And should be called out every time, I hope they lose business due to this

[@DankoStojanovic]

They will lose a small portion. I am looking for exactly this set of features but because of this agreement I will not buy Bluetti and will keep looking.

[@mos8541]

ANY NDA is a non starter with someone truly open source transparent... smFh

[@tarpanc34]

if i had not already got a 200max last year today.. i would not buy one of these.. sorry i contributed to a lousy company.. it wont happen again..

[@robertwilson1827]

What is the better equal alternative?? ​@DankoStojanovic

[@gzgeorge9602]

Great to see your transparency. Please keep it up. Forcing content creators to sign such agreements is a huge red flag for the product and Thank you for being transparent with this.

[@caseygoh2225]

Thanks for showing the agreement. No reviewers with integrity should sign those agreements. Glad you stuck to your guns.

[@cassettedeck-walkman-repair]

thank you for posting this , it doesnt only make me question all reviews from this company but also the company itself keep up the good work !

[@craiglaing2417]

Note to Bluetti. I’m more likely to buy your products if reviewers are able to truthfully test it. After watching this review I’m considering buying one.

[@kwridgway]

Thank you for shining a light on how these agreements operate. I hope your approach is taken on board by other reviewers. I'd like to echo the comments of others, that your credibility is massively enhanced by taking us behind the scenes. This is all the more impressive given the DCS situation.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Much appreciated!

[@geoffclarke5901]

You’re a good man. The fact you cannot be scared off from telling the truth is admirable.

[@omniversling]

I agree whole-heartedly with your refusal to sign such restrictive contracts. It's the great to have someone with such principles as yours, doing full disclosure reviews in the 4x4 market. With all the extra publicity your reviews have received because of your stand with DCS products, it's most important that you maintain your integrity. Transparency and honesty are the basis of unbiased reviews...that's what we the consumers require. Thanks for maintaining your standards...and describing the product and your experience with it, as it is. Any manufacturer that is trying to put good products on the market, should value the opportunity to have their product reviewed honestly, and then have the chance to remedy, or rectify issues, and improve it. All the best...

[@Roberto.Giuseppe]

Its funny really because your honest review you didn't paint Bluetti product in a negative light at all. Your factual and honest review was excellent which for me has placed faith in your content which is the reason I watch your channel. In my opinion I wouldn't sign their content creator agreement either. However, I have just purchased a Bluetti AC180 for my caravanning/camping trips as I don't own an inverter or an lithium battery. Plus for its ease of use which trumps a generator with its weight advantage, size and noise levels. With my research, I found AC!180 great product and value for money at 1,099 dollars and it gives me the portability of transferring the AC180 to house , van , 4x4, etc. Tomorrow the electricity is being shut off in my whole street for essential maintenance work. So I am looking forward to seeing how it performs. Thank you again and keep up the good work.

[@rage801]

I'm here because of that current litigation you have and I subscribe because of it. I'm watching all of your videos because of it. Hopefully you are getting enough kickbacks on KZbin now to help pay for that litigation. Good luck and we support you here from the US!!

[@peterreeve3030]

Good on you for not signing, you have my respect. Thank you for your review. I will purchase on of these units for my car, also to replace the noisy 2000 watt generator i use during power outages at home. thank you for your honest and unbiased reviews.😄

[@ericb.4358]

As the owner of a BLUETTI AC200 MAX and a BLUETTI BK300 I am saddened that BLUETTI's legal eagles want to literally OWN all of your video on their products. This contract iw WAY too restrictive and I totally agree with your refusal to sign it. Keep up your journalistic independence!

[@snithereens]

Da gibt es wirklich nichts mehr dazu zu sagen. Dass es Mietmäuler auf YT gibt, dachte ich mir schon aber so ein Vertrag ist indiskutabel. Danke fürs Rückgrat! Viele Grüße aus der alten Heimat. Keep up the good work!

[@AlloffroadAu]

vielen dank and gruesse nach deutschland

[@denisvincent3249]

Absolutely loving your video thanks for your honesty. Out of all the people on KZbin. You would be the only one that I would watch for real testing.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Appreciate it, always trying to be honest and open about products I review.

[@denisvincent3249]

@ i’m now watching your other videos on Powell Banks. I don’t know which one to buy.

[@denisvincent3249]

@ I’m thinking the Eco flow. Delta two max might be the go for me thanks for your help.

[@camarleau]

Nice to see there is still an honest product reviewer out there. So glad I stumbled onto this video as the Bluetti AC200L is one of the solar generators I was actually thinking about buying. I've been watching a lot of reviews of these types of power stations lately, and I'm always left wondering how unbiased the presenter is due to contractual commitments and whether or not they are getting paid by the manufacturer. Thanks again for being up front and honest.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Glad I could help!

[@jiffijoff9780]

So in short: you are becoming the eierlegende Wollmilchsau of outdoor/overlanding/4wd reviews. Takes guts, thanks for your efforts !!

[@user-oi8tg3dq7t]

Hi from the oldest town in Texas, USA, Nacogdoches. Good on you by not signing the agreement, major respect. Those requirements are terrible and I wouldn’t sign it either. Thanks for your honest opinions and reviews.

[@thumpa01]

I really appreciate your honesty and integrity Stephan, it is refreshing. IMO, all content creators should disclose any agreement terms applicable to their reviews. It's all about transparency, which builds trust. Kudos to you for bravely standing up and saying "no" to Bluetti's unreasonable terms. As an aside, I too have contributed to help fund your legal dispute with DCS, and you have definitely won me over as a new subscriber to your channel. Mucho respect 👍

[@AlloffroadAu]

I appreciate that!

[@PeterAlanJohnson]

Good review, and unbiased, despite the issues with the contract. Hopefully this is someone being overzealous in their influencer relations department, and they will revise this policy. Props to you for making it public.

[@GymWithRay]

Your uncompromising honesty is a huge breath of fresh air thank you. Would love to see you review ecoflow delta 3 plus and river 3 Plus!

[@AlloffroadAu]

thank you

[@thylacine1962]

total respect to your honesty & integrity. Time to subscribe.

[@martingump]

Blimey. That contract is astonishing. There are some sharp practices in business these days. If Bluetti's products are good enough (I own two of them and have had no issues so far), then requiring contracts for reviewers to be signed shouldn't be necessary. I have purchased an AC200L and have had no issues with it. It is very powerful and its capacity exceeds my needs while camping. The amount of solar input it can take is brilliant, and pretty much negates the need to charge from the grid. Overall, your review has come to the same conclusion as me. It's not perfect, but it is very good. Thank you for a balanced review.

[@VetinaVan]

Thanks for sharing this. There are so many others out there 'reviewing' these units when it is really just a paid add. They approached us too, and after looking at what they wanted, we walked away. Keep up the great work!👍👍🍻

[@ozyrob1]

Thanks Stefan. You have some very decent morals. I really appreciate your honesty.

[@johnbante5594]

Enlighting..... I never imagined and will be skeptical of reviews here out.

[@donaldfoster285]

This information comes at a good time for me. I had planned to purchase a Bluetti but now will purchase another brand.

[@BTBSean0]

Mate I once met you briefly on the Madigan line ...I cherish that moment and am so proud of the fact you are really gaining traction ..you have so much to offer the 4WD community 👍

[@AlloffroadAu]

Much appreciated!

[@nospamevereh]

Kudos to you for calling this out! The agreement alone is enough for me to avoid Bluetti and validate buying all the separate components and building my own system. Now knowing what I suspected, that most reviews of Bluetti gear are probably self serving suck pieces, I don't care if the functionality I want costs double, thank you for the parts list. That is with my brother owning a Bluetti, doing the great loop with it and loving it! Like most things, bloodsucking lawyers kill all trust in something with standard corporate scumspeak. EVEN if it is a good product the design decisions and corporate posture are indicative of much worse things to come (think BMW rented heated seats). The nail in the coffin is anything proprietary. For me that plug is a massive red flag and non-starter. Totally non-consumer self immolating junk and they are quite happy to have people gloss over issues and lie to you about their product. Well done Bluetti, you just shot another potential customer right between the eyes, right after the bullet went through both your feet. Call it own goal yoga. It is almost as if some corporate a-holes bought it and are now trying to cash cow Bluetti with lawyers and lies. If you want to waste a load of time, just try to figure out who is pulling the strings at Bluetti. 𝐁𝐋𝐔𝐄 (sky), Technology Tomorrow, Innovation. 10% of the product cost went into making that BS up so it sounds Italian not Chinese. My bother loves his and it has worked flawlessly. My personal opinion referencing companies not people not Stefans' views you plonker of a lawyer, Australian liability laws be damned, I am in the GWN!

[@GlennRobert-ix6dj]

Have 3 Ecoflo, 2 Jackery ,1 Pecron and today purchased the Bluetti200l . I really appreciate your honest review and believe I will be happy with this purchase (5 year warranty is the best I have come across ) . Had 1 Ecoflo fail me and they did replace it under warranty but it was a pain . Had to make a video of the failure before they would honor the warranty . (73 years old and never made a video but it happened ) . Everything you buy (car ,boat etc. ) make you sign an agreement (and who reads it all- would take 45 minutes ) . They have lawyers draw up these agreements for the benefit of the seller and are always too strict -the world we live in . I do not think Bluetti would use this agreement against you . For there protection only . Of all the product testing going on KZbin never once have I seen a problem . Does not mean it wont happen . I would have signed the agreement just like I say I Accept before downloading an appt . You could not do anything if you do Not check off -I Accept . My opinion only .

[@markusbFPV]

I love honest people like you who lets us know whats really going on behind the scenes with all these companies. The agreement really stinks and makes me sick. Things are getting worse quickly and seing someone like you who dares to stand firm is a fresh breeze. You have my sub and I hope you will crush DCS in october. Came here from Rossman and EEV. Keep it up and stay true in a mad world. Cheers from Sweden!

[@DENMONKEY]

I've also had success in declining to sign agreements with suppliers. Bluetti included. Like you I've also still received the products. Having read a number of contracts , it becomes very clear when watching other KZbin reviewers how many of them are copy and paste reviews following the instructions given by the suppliers. Frankly it disgusts me to see how prevalent this is becoming .

[@neilmitchelhill9388]

Too late for me as I bought one, no issues too date but 🤞I have no issues. I bought mine based on a mates recommendation who has one and is a qualified electrician. I have donated to your go fund me and wish you all the very best

[@tagladyify]

Thank you for being honest and standing on your principles. A rarity today.

[@AlloffroadAu]

I'm glad you appreciate it!

[@4x4Overlanding247]

I admire you Stefan! Very detailed analysis of performance of the product and your own experience . . .which is very impressive considering recent experiences. Stick to your guns and your audience will appreciate it. I know I've benefited a lot from your knowledge and unbiased opinions. It really opens the eyes up to just how much control sooo many youtubers would be under. You must feel proud not to ever want to lower yourself into that sort of position and its extremely admirable 👌 Keep up the great work mate 👍

[@sodoffxx]

Thank you for an honest and detailed review. Your work is impeccable. I follow for your honesty and attention to detail. The value for trust relies on the creator providing unbiased and unconstrained work. You do this.

[@AlloffroadAu]

I appreciate that!

[@BirnieMac1]

Utmost respect to you chief From one Australian to another, you’re a national treasure mate

[@mr.c6674]

Wow! I subscribed to your channel based on your honesty. A different reviewer had the same issues of a contract with Segway. Thanks for sharing this.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Thanks for the sub!

[@craigclarke1628]

Great review of the unit. I think the imposing legal fight will be a win for you and the people who watch your reviews. I am very grateful for the transparency of the interactions between the reviewer and the supplier of the item for review. You are clearly going to gain a reputation of fair and transparent reviews. I honestly believe this review has been the most trustworthy and transparent review on KZbin. Keep up the great work and setting very high standards of quality and transparency.

[@AlloffroadAu]

I appreciate that

[@middleway1885]

Thanks for addressing the temp usage range... it's crazy how restrictive the company is... not to mention others that are similar or worse. Cheers!

[@worldcomicsreview354]

I've got an older Bluetti and it's great, no troubles at all. Companies that make quality products shouldn't need agressive agreements, just be good. Also it's not like they can't be sneaky on their end and fully check over a review unit before it goes out, to make sure it's working perfectly.

[@rohankerr8891]

Stefen thank you for the content. I think you’re fantastic with your reviews. Appreciate. Keep up the good work.

[@TonyAlbus]

Thanks for the video! Looked like a great product, i deceded not to sign that contract and not work with them. The Ownership and review before publish, 2 weeks are big breakpoint for me too. For me its hobby i don't need extra contracts on top of my day job and home obligations Thanks for sharing this!

[@AlloffroadAu]

yep same here, good product but bad company policies (in my opinion)

[@TonyAlbus]

@@AlloffroadAu Aspecialy what happened to you with DC... i changed my conditions also, that i can not be sued for a bad review, but that i am willing to correct if i made an (proven) mistake. most still agree on this.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Sorry to break it to you but no matter what contract you have it will not prevent any company from someone suing you, trust me I looked into this now extensively. I can only recommend not doing reviews for small accompanies with less than 10 employees which is quite sad as they probably are the ones who could use these kind of honest advertising the most.

[@TonyAlbus]

@@AlloffroadAu This is not good for honest reviews.... not good at all. Good luck in your fight, good to see all the support you get from the big channels.. this non-sense needs to stop! Stay strong!

[@eGazTheFirstAustralian]

Hi Stefan and once again thank you for your efforts. You've got a big red FAILED stamped on the home screen 'AC2001 Overview, but you didn't fail the product in the video. I think the screw-in cable is a good idea. These cables are too easy for dogs and people to accidentally dislodge. But I heed your reasoning. If you think such contract unlawful, take it to your lawyer and also your local MP. You know what I'd like to see as I think you're worth it? You sitting with Bluetti representative and you offering your bouquets and brickbats and the other side contributing to the conversation. Finally, I agree totally, Far too many KZbin reviews (reviewers) are absolutely fraudulent. I've noticed it with action camera reviews, e-Bike reviews and numerous other product reviews. They all seem to come to one conclusion and the road travelled to get there is the one road. Sometimes, I'm sure they're all reading the same script. So thank you so much for having the decency to say this out loud. Please don't let the pressure get to you. Take time to smell the roses. 🎉❤

[@AlloffroadAu]

first unit failed but yes overall at this stage I still like the unit, overall I can see the purpose with a screw in cable just needs to be designed so it can't short the unit. I never said contract is unlawful but keeping sponsorship agreements secret is at best not ethical. No I wont take it to lawyers, or I need another GoFund me, I just wont sign and work with such company anymore and expose the agreements.

[@Tonesaway]

Good onya Stefan, love your work!

[@rwooley1]

Great Video Review, Thank You There is now in all States Legislation that requires compliance to AS/NZS 3001.2:2022 Electrical installations - Connectable electrical installations and supply arrangements Part 2: Connectable electrical installations, cl 2.7.2.3.2 includes: be designed to operate up to an ambient temperature of 50 °C and withstand an ambient temperature of 70 °C without damage Which means Portable inverters must also comply

[@rwooley1]

And portable Power Stations

[@AlloffroadAu]

oh, so the operating temp is not compliant?

[@shaunmorrissey7313]

You have a new subscriber, one thing I value is integrity.

[@sun-sea-solar]

As a small content creator. I'm totally shocked. I knew it was heavily monitored but this basically gives them the power to do anything

[@RogierYou]

Awesome job. I skipped over the legal disclaimer 😂

[@ridiculousthings4x4]

I don't do product reviews, but I was approached by Bluetti with a very similar contract. I also refused to sign. The one I had showed an unlimited expiry date on the video once uploaded, as well as a clause stating I must not share any aspect of the contract. They were a bit shady about making these changes to the contract. Very worrying. Let me know if you wish to discuss.

[@davegl1236]

Appreciate your work and honesty

[@sun-sea-solar]

I've been stung by many sponsored videos. Lucky to get my money back. I don't just run an air fryer 😂😂 I run my house from products I buy

[@dinosshed]

Appreciate your feedback and genuinely helpful insights into the agreements that these companies are forcing reviewers to sign. It screams ultimate integrity from you when I'm not hearing about this from others. I have watched 'autoexpert' review this exact product in various models many times and never a bad opinion was formed, nor mention of the clause to sign. He also routinely pushes out other brands such as Olight, which markets all types of flashlight. I did purchase a set of these and found design flaws and failures in this product. Thanks for your honesty and hard work.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Thank you. Please keep in mind I don't know what other creators sign or don't sign and I received the unit also without signing. From memory, this is the first unit that Bluetti wanted me to sign an agreement for, so earlier units were without an agreement. This only started to happen, say, over past 12 or so month

[@dinosshed]

@@AlloffroadAu I did think this may be the case as you did state that. It has been a while since autoexpert mentioned anything regarding this product. Maybe I've jumped the gun as I've generally found him to be a straight shooter.

[@AlloffroadAu]

definitely, I could not see John Cadogan not disclosing the arrangements he has. He seems to me a pretty straightforward and honest guy.

[@Swoop142]

I found your review very informative and honest I have been looking at these units and this is the one I will get, but will get the lead changed the screw in types are useless I have them on stage speakers and had the same problem with the wires turning being the power unit will be used travelling I want a good connection. What bluetti and a lot of other products being reviewed by KZbinrs is people want honest reviews not made up shit for money, thanks mate keep up the good work

[@arquivo225]

Thank you!!!

[@AlloffroadAu]

You’re welcome!

[@ichecktpms]

I would have you review any of our products Stefan. Any review is a good review as it discloses the good and bad of any product of your opinion which we rate highly. Good luck with DCS to BTW.. Cheers from iCheckTPMS

[@Dennis-zr3fb]

You have just convinced me to buy your TPMS and deflators in the not to distant future.

[@victorburge7842]

I have a bluetti at home. The warranty is really good. They sent for it to be picked up and had it back in less than a fortnight.

[@KingdomUploader]

Dang it. I just bought a dedicated UPS for a new desktop PC. I had no idea that these power stations could be used as a UPS. At least you taught me something i did not know. :)

[@AlloffroadAu]

Yep it’s a handy feature but certainly not the reason most people buy these!

[@KingdomUploader]

@@AlloffroadAu Yes i'm sure; Thank you. I really like the way you carry yourself - and stand up for yourself! Cheers.

[@Robbo-eh3wb]

Great honest review Stefan. I for the life of me can’t see why someone would buy such a unit though when you can buy a lithium battery, battery box, etc for half the cost.

[@PeterMilanovski]

Great review, very well laid out with both pro's and con's which enables individual people to make up their own mind... The DIY solution you proposed in Liu of going with a pre built unit was based on a 12V system which I can understand you doing that coming from an automotive background but these ready made solutions are known to use 48V battery configurations and it might have been better to base the diy solution also based on a 48V system which is what I would have preferred in a mobile situation. Me, coming from a DIY background regarding my home off grid solar installation and also the system I have setup in the Nissan Navara, I have found that the DIY solution can cut the cost of going solar in half! It is in my opinion also reliable which it has been over the years I have been using it! And I get it, DIY isn't for everyone! I didn't decide to go with DIY because I have seen other guys do it and since I'm also a guy, well if they can do it, then I should be able to do it too! No! I knew before I decided to go with DIY that I could do it! I had a deep understanding of electricity and electronics and understood the correct procedure's required for a safe and reliable installation to be undertaken..... So the DIY route was definitely for me, there was a lot of new tools that I had to purchase in order to ensure that the DIY solution is safe and reliable which I have tool's that I can continue to use for any upgrades, modifications or new Jobs that may pop up, for example... My recovery winch that came with the second hand bullbar has a history which is unknown to me and I'm planning on replacing it myself and doing a better job of the cables than what is currently there, and I have the crimping tools and crimp lugs to do it along with the experience.... The knowledge and skills is a great form of self fulfilment... Hopefully this will be done before I return to Fraser island early next year..... Maybe we can share a beer sometime, it's a small world out there. You never know LoL. Otherwise, excellent video, I'm glad that things have turned out the way they did as who knows when I would have come across your channel! I really appreciate this honest approach to reviews, this will keep me coming back even if it's not a product that I would ever own myself like these mobile power banks, I would prefer my vehicle to be a mobile power plant that can do everything, but I will still watch regardless..... If you ever need a good resource for DIY solar system solutions, I would recommend The Off Grid Garage channel run by Andy, an amazing German who has adopted Queensland Australia as his home and I'm thankful that he has! A future collaboration would be amazing between you two! Here's hoping!

[@PeterRowe-ip7ow]

My experience with Bluetti has also been a little mixed. The unit works really well however the solar panels supplied initially were faulty and it took a lot of convincing from my part to get them replaced. Eventually I received the replacement panels and the first time i used them the wiring connection caught fire!! I was lucky enough to get that on camera so after stalling me at first the photos convinced them a full refund was in order. No good having a reasonable product in the market without great support and back up.

[@myopinion69420]

I am pretty sure that cable does not meet Australian standards. I was under the impression that the 3 conductors should be separated by a divider where they are bare (if you look at any of those transparent replacement plugs, they have a divider in the middle to stop any sort of twist related short.) they also tend to have some sort of strain relief, with the cable wrapping around something or being pinned down with a bar and a couple of screws before being terminated so the wire cannot just be torn out (this is an even bigger issue here than with a the power point side, as if the cable pulls out of the power point, it does not really matter, but if this pulls out, you potentially have 240v bare wires just hanging about)

[@AlloffroadAu]

Interesting I didn't look further into that, but the cable design didn't make sense to my laymen's eyes and I would have thought as I mentioned in the video it would need to be fully encased and the cables separated

[@myopinion69420]

@@AlloffroadAu those pins also look pretty close together, I would not be surprised if it fails an insulation test at a fairly low voltage.

[@imaninerrah3127]

New Sub. I like your transparency here. Thank you for doing what you do!

[@JoATTech]

YT hero releases a video ... I have to watch it :D

[@sarge1231]

I have 3 Bluetti power stations, and have not had issues so far. I also have 2 pecron, 1 Allpowers, 1 Solarplay, and a VTOman. They vary on output and charging speeds. They all have worked as advertised, although none can deliver the rated wh. So far, I like the pecron units the most, but to be fair, I have not had the Bluetti units long enough to judge. Tip::: Do not buy expansion batteries, when you can buy stand alone Lifepo4 batteries, and with a few accessories, use them through the solar charging port on nearly all these units. You can even us a pecron 1242-500 dc-dc car charger to boost a 12 volt battery to 42 volts output safely.

[@devttyUSB0]

Great review. Thanks, Stefan!

[@hooXpoo]

Thank you for your honesty.

[@roh5876]

I bought a AC200L in June this year for $2300 AUD. The next month in July for the "Prime Day Sale" which ran until the end of July, Bluetti INCREASED the price of the unit to $2700! Now in August, the price has decreased to $2500 after the Bluetti July "sale". If you want to buy Bluetti, don't fall for their "sale prices", follow the prices for a few months to choose the best time to buy.

[@Mick_4591]

Interesting. If you can prove whatvyour saying I would contact the ACCC with the revelent information. They may be interested

[@ozyrob1]

@@Mick_4591 The ACCC appears to be all bark and no bite.

[@JoATTech]

Even as small youtuber I would walk away immediately from such agreement. But I understand some people are willing to sign it, cause they relay 100% on YT income.

[@TonyAlbus]

Yes... small channel here too, i walked away...

[@andrewk579]

Size of channel should not matter. It's about integrity. Stefan has buckets of it. Others may choose selling out for exposure and accelerated subscription numbers instead of hard work.

[@JoATTech]

@@andrewk579 Yep. But there are channels with almost 20M subs which are just a sellouts. So yes, channels size does not matter but I see smaller channels do it more often, as as shortcut to faster growth. But it's shortsighted approach in my opinion.

[@matthewkaye722]

Had the exact same unit for some time now. Got it for the family camper bus but while we are not traveling it stays at home. I have 3 full size solar pannels charging it giving it 1200w and run my office, coffee machine, the oven from the bus, slow cooker, air fryer, and desk top computer every day and even run The washing machine off it and dishwasher to save money during the day and im very pleased with it. You have to pick your loads and not run the very demanding devices together like the dish washer and oven but if you pick you loads i can run on just solar all day for all our home needs on clear sunny days.

[@lukewinkler3284]

Thank you for the honest view

[@AlloffroadAu]

Always!

[@lukewinkler3284]

@ which brand would you recommend?

[@AlloffroadAu]

for battery banks at present my favourite is the Delta 2 Max from Ecoflow

[@lukewinkler3284]

@ ok thank you

[@trevorsmith9251]

Thanks for the honest review Stefan, I would be alarmed if I saw a contract was required to be signed prior to reviewing a product myself.

[@chadfickel68]

HONESTY MATTERS

[@curtturtle]

Damn. I was thinking of buying one. Thanks for saving me money.

[@AlloffroadAu]

You are very welcome!

[@AdventuresofSirDon]

Was about a week from buying one...thanks mate! Will give it a miss now.

[@dannyhightower1]

You are changing how KZbin works!

[@tobo26]

Overall looks like a good product but I do feel that power plug should be rectified. Keep up the good honest work you do mate.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Thanks 👍

[@AdrianHiggins83]

Appreciate your honest review

[@fyiaustralia9686]

You are doing for 4x4 products what Liz Amazing does for RVs. Keep up the great work.

[@BerndFelsche]

Back in the 1990's, I was loaned press cars so that I could write reviews for a club magazine. One shook hands when the car was loaned and that was it. Conscience ruled what was written.

[@chrislincoln489]

Now I know why so many of the KZbinrs I watch have become salesmen for these company. This is why I have quite watching a lot of them.

[@defendermodsandtravels]

First and foremost, irrespective of the negative publicity which will have Bluetti squirming, you have done them a huge favour by discovering a design flaw with the power cable. They should have found this themselves during product development. You have done a service to the overlanding community by exposing the restrictive terms imposed by Bluetti and, I suspect, many others. It also casts doubts on the claimed independence and objectivity of the other reviewers. What I find most interesting about your battle with DCS is the YT content creators who have chosen to stay silent rather than publish statements of support - I wonder why? I will say more about this when that case is resolved. Keep up the good work and I hope that one day you will review a product which is relevant to my kind of overlanding 🙂

[@TheMusingGreg]

Stefan I went through something very similar with Bluetti early 2023. They also wanted me to sign a contract before reviewing one of their products, and I had similar concerns about the influence this would give them over my content. I specifically said to them in one of my (many) emails: "...This I feel undermines the independence of my review and is a concern I expressed early on, that I don't want the content of my review to be in any way influenced by the result you would like to see." In the end I never went ahead with working with Bluetti.

[@atheosxgaming]

*Louis Rossmann has entered the chat*

[@Malc664]

What is Bluetti afraid of? If they work with you Stefan, they can improve any shortcomings like the bad cord design which is a simple fix.