ANKER C1000 vs BLUETTI AC180 - Direct UK Power Station FACE-OFF!

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Check latest prices: Anker Solix C1000 👉 campingsecrets.co.uk/recommends/anker-solix-c1000-youtube/ Bluetti AC180 👉 campingsecrets.co.uk/recommends/bluetti-ac180/

[@chadperling2766]

For your United States viewers: As of March 25, 2024, both are on sale for $650 but the Bluetti has 4 AC outputs and takes an expansion battery, matching the Anker on both counts. The Anker expansion battery is rated at 1064 Wh, while the Bluetti is 806 Wh. I Love the competition between all these companies which is leading to more power, more Wh and more features at lower prices.

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Great update Chad! To be honest I didn't know I had many US viewers! Lovely to know 👍👍

[@USMCPFC1]

Am here in the US. This review is just what I needed. $7 difference currently. I'll pick up the anker. The smaller space is worth that 5 mins.

[@georgecostanza2695]

The B230 (2kWh) and B300 (3kWh) expansion packs are also compatible with AC180… and even those can be daisy chained.

[@rob_cd]

​@CampingSecretsUK Greetings Houston TX USA!

[@MrEcted]

It doesn’t match because the US version of the Anker has 6 AC outputs vs 4 for the Bluetti. Also, the Anker has a really bad “feature” where if you deplete the battery to 0 then the AC outlets will not turn back on until physically enabled. This is a big deal in some situations, for example, if you have your freezer plugged into this unit as a safety measure when you’re on vacation and you lose power for long enough to cause it to go to 0, then when your power comes back on, your freezer will remain off until you get back home to reset the Anker’s AC outlets. This actually makes it worse and more risky than just plugging your freezer into the mains, and is a serious sore spot for the Anker. Furthermore, they have confirmed that it cannot be fixed via firmware, so it’s a hardware problem.

[@JohnDoe-1000xt]

Both great units..the U.S. Bluetti now has 4x120 volt plugs..pure sine inverter..regulated at 13.1 volts the whole time..great for electronics..I do have the AC180..love the more info display..either one great. Can't go wrong

[@tomrum42]

Excellent comparison review with actual live visual and sound comparisons. Sale prices on Amazon (12/24/2023) for both units are the same at $649.00 here in the U.S. I really don't need a power station with that large of a capacity, but with the prices so extremely low I am going to buy the C1000. The main reason I have chosen the C1000 is primarily the difference in size and weight plus of course, your outstanding video comparison. Thank you for a taking the time to produce the video.

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Cheers Tom! I thought it could be useful as they're both very similar with a couple key differences. Good luck with your Anker!

[@butchie2752]

I also went with the c1000. They recently came out with the extended battery for the unit. Unfortunately the price is within $100 of an entire unit. For the same additional wattage. Hmmm

[@nicholasvazquez5846]

Does the loudness of the anker not bother you?

[@UrjunkMygold]

The expansion battery for the Anker is what got me to buy it. Plus at the time, the power pack with a 200 W solar panel was $100 US cheaper than the Bluetti 180 with the 200 W solar panel. Both seem to be great machines. For my situation (boat camping) with all loads at or under 1000W either would work, but the Anker’s abilty to easily double the capacity to 2100 Whr was key.

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Yup, great points there. My conclusion too

[@jasonmisora1778]

Bluetti does have expansion battery ability.

[@SKSK-rz7br]

4 x USB on A180 (also higher power) as well as wireless charging .... For me 2 x AC is enough (fan quieter on 180)... 180 able to power larger wattage items. Better display and app on bluetti .. Apparently you can join extra battery to unit ,, Like the light on the Anker and the reduced size and weight .. As you said both great power stations - Nice review btw

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Cheers - yeah it was very close to pick one. Power stations are all converging now. Will take something special to differentiate alot... Cheers for comment

[@harrytaylor6494]

We have 4 ac outlets on the American model.

[@906Roofer]

3500 bluetti anker to 3000

[@TopDog8762]

​@beemrdon52I believe he's making reference to the life cycles of the batteries

[@rogerlikes]

My observations... I think the handles sticking out on the Anker are to provide the space needed if packed in for airflow, and the charging cords. I also think the handles sticking out would be great tie off points. One thing that struck me about the anker is I think they use top quality components, so the fan may be of a higher quality, time will tell. for me the kicker was the 600watts in and 12.5 amps in past 32v. I am purchasing this over the Bluetti because I happen to have a Lifep04 36V 30ah battery that I want to charge this thing with if needed. My prior unit was an original Jackety 500 that thing could not recharge fast enough to be usefull for my cpap or any other use. Charging on ac at 85watts, sollar at 65 watts and 12v at 46ish volts just sucked. Thanks for making the video. Wireless charging doesn't seem to work for me in California in summertime when the temperatures could be over 100F. In the run time test it was interesting that the Anker cut off at 1% and the Bluetti cut off at 0% this might fibe the edge to battery life vs total power. In the charge test how long dit the Ankler run before changing it to high speed charging? Was Surgepad enabled during the kettle test? I liked the display and app on the bluetti better, but chose the Anker because of the faster solar charging, and the out of warranty support I received from Anker as a company on another product. Time will tell;")

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Hi Roger - thanks for your great comments - I agree with alot of what you say, including the wireless charging which is too slow and temperamental in my view. I didn't have too much success with the SurgePad on the Anker - it was definitely enabled, but strangely didn't allow the kettle to operate. I tried it on all sockets. In terms of Anker charging, it rocketed up to full input power very quickly after starting - a few minutes. In general use, I will likely turn off this fast charge mode to preserve battery life. They are both great units in my opinion.

[@robertarnobit5357]

Good comparison 👍 I prefer the smaller size of the Anker and 4 AC outlets. Good video 👍

[@cynthiabreault6891]

I’m upgrading my hurricane kit so I’m shopping for a new emergency backup power supply and really appreciate you comparing these. As I shop in the states, the Anker C1000 has 6 power outlets. Also, I may have missed this but did you notice the light on the Anker? I can see it on yours so I don’t think that’s a difference.

[@georgecostanza2695]

You should use a plug in watt meters to measure each station’s capacity, rather than timing two space heaters. Even if the heaters are the same make and model, variance in their parts and manufacturing tolerances could account for a significant portion of the difference in run times.

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Yes of course, strictly you're right - I normally use a watt meter in my dedicated reviews. In this case I thought it would be more interesting visually to test them side by side like that. Switching them around half way through also helps average out any variability. Thanks for your comment!

[@hiramnoone]

Informative as well as entertaining vid watching the two face-off that way. Thanks.

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Medizinmann36]

A great test, thank you very much. 🎉

[@lbrown6859]

US here also! Ty for sharing 😊

[@bethzolin6046]

Really useful video, thank you.

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Thank you!

[@jase002002]

What a brilliant comparative review.

[@loui828]

I just got the anker solix c1000, I wanted the bluetti and was going to buy it while it was on sale for $559 but waited until the following day and it went up to $669 lol. The solix I got it for $549, kind of happy with the purchase because of the smaller footprint, I do wish it would have wireless charger on top but oh well. On the bluetti my main concern was the single usb-c, I did want at least 2 usb-c. Also, my solix c1000 comes with 6 sockets.

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Thanks for your comment. You get more sockets in USA because of smaller plug size. Good price for the Solix!

[@harrytaylor6494]

i just paid 899 dollars for the ac 180 and the pv200 watt foldable solar panel. it was just 650 dollars for ac180. going down finally

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Amazing price!

[@StMediaNL]

This is how reviews should be. Awesome! Very much on the verge of the Anker, but this video realllly helped me get to that point. During the unique features: putting your phone on there twice. Not charging? Hm weird (Bluetti wasn't on lol). Fan noice test: get a DB meter. There's even apps for that. :) and your shirt at the end... all these things just make the video more authentic and believable haha. Also yeah the Anker has a light. But not sure if that's a game changer. Thanks for the review. Good and fun stuff!

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Cheers mate - would appreciate you using my affiliate link if you choose to go with the Anker - helps us out at no extra cost to you! campingsecrets.co.uk/recommends/anker-solix-c1000-youtube/

[@StMediaNL]

@@CampingSecretsUK would normally do it, but would make it like 200-300 eur more expensive, sorry.

[@j-sonS]

I was torn between these two. Ended up buying thr bluetti. I bought a dewalt to bluetti adapter from ebay. I made a video short about it

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Bluetti are flying right now I think. Good choice

[@davidgardner4787]

Nice job. Thanks for doing this!

[@goldenblooms6672]

Can you do a comparison between the Anker Solice C1000 and the Jackery 1000 plus?

[@CampingSecretsUK]

@@goldenblooms6672 yes maybe, I own both 👍

[@ymmij1973]

Guys you gotta keep in mind anker has customer service and bluetti does not. Anker is well known..just saying

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Luckily I've never had a problem with any of my power stations, but you'd hope that Anker are better as they're much bigger. That being said, customer service in general with all companies is at rock bottom in my opinion, especially Internet only companies

[@wevegonetouring]

Great review and seeing them side-by-side was really useful. I’d like to see the C1000 v the Delta2. Thanks. Michael.

[@JimKirk-c2v]

Great review. I was checking the bluetti site and it says the ac180 can use battery expansions. Is this a new thing and a change since your review was done?

[@CampingSecretsUK]

@@JimKirk-c2v I mention it briefly in the vid. The ac180 can be charged by a battery pack but doesn't have proper battery management and integration. I wouldn't call it proper battery expansion. The AC240 does have it tho 👍

[@JimKirk-c2v]

@@CampingSecretsUK yeah the website says different? Thanks for getting back to me though.

[@CampingSecretsUK]

yeah, but they're trying to sell them to people... :-) It just charges off the expansion battery, but doesn't 'combine it' into its own management system

[@CampingSecretsUK]

see here: community.bluettipower.com/t/expansion-battery-options-for-ac180/25764/5

[@RB-lt8kt]

Surely it is adjusting the current to the load as the 230V should be fixed ? The electric fires will have a slightly different resistance so you should let them cool and swap doing the same test. The Anker does have 4 AC outlets BUT the output max combined power across all AC outputs on both units is 1800 Watts. If you want 1800 Watts of AC output then you can only use one AC outlet on both the units.

[@CampingSecretsUK]

I think it's the current which trips the appliance, and the power to the appliance certainly does not go up. Therefore I think the voltage may go up and the current down, but overall the power is the same (or less). If the appliance is a kettle for example, then the power lifting mode does not allow it to boil as fast as a normal mains connection - you're limited to the max power of the station - e.g. 1.8kW. People who say the power goes up are incorrect - the kettle does not boil any quicker. I need to get a multimeter on it to see exactly what's happening though in terms of voltage vs current.

[@RB-lt8kt]

@@CampingSecretsUK Voltage doesn't change. As a resistance changes so does the current.

[@RobnDob]

I’ve just got the ac180p and has 288 extra wh over the ac180

[@withexpectancy5818]

This video is wonderfu, and fun. Thanks so much. Subbed😊😮

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Cheers! 👍

[@remotetrapper8991]

Just bought the Anker 1500 w/h. My bluetti 600 watt power station is already getting error codes. Not happy. Go with Anker

[@romantashevRT]

Can anyone explain to me what is the point of the expansion battery when its price now is the same as the Anker Solix C1000. Can't you just get another unit? Way more versatile?

[@dinhscot]

Bluetti all day

[@Mo-gm5zm]

Hey man, what was the wattage of the kettle? Every other video I watch seems to have no problem with the kettle…?

[@mickm9307]

Hi have you noticed any self discharge or drain of charge when the C1000 is fully switched off and allowed to stand for several days or longer?

[@victorjoseph8948]

i would buy the bluetti i think

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Yeah tricky one. Pretty close call....

[@BaezLife]

I cant choose between these two. Good deals on Amazon for both with solar. What wold you recommend for my circumstances, camping mostly and have a teardrop camper.

[@CampingSecretsUK]

You really can't go wrong with either. I do like the size of the Anker so it just wins for me. Be sure to use my links in the description if you enjoyed the video. Thanks!

[@BaezLife]

@@CampingSecretsUK will do! Gonna be the anker..

[@BaezLife]

​@CampingSecretsUK ended up ordering the anker..

[@CampingSecretsUK]

A few people have pointed out that the Bluetti can accept a DC input from an external battery like the B80. Whilst this is true, I don't see this as a proper expansion battery which is supported by the BMS and visible on the app etc. That being said, I should have mentioned it in the video as it is an option. However you could just as well charge your ac180 with a petrol generator!

[@CherokezPittman]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It's great to see that you've pointed out an alternative option for expanding the Bluetti AC180's battery capacity. While it may not be as integrated as the supported expansion battery with BMS, the option to use an external battery like the B80 can still be handy. As outdoor enthusiasts, we always appreciate having multiple options for powering our devices. By the way, have you looked into the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series? It seems to offer some impressive features like massive capacity, fast recharging, and versatile sockets. It might be worth considering for your outdoor adventures! 🏕️

[@rudigginit]

I charge my B80 connected to my EB55 with my PV200 solar panel and it charges both to full then as I use my EB55 the B80 charges it, much better and cheaper than a petrol generator and to my mind is expanding my 55s power as it would the AC180, enjoyed the video I'm thinking of getting the AC180 or the AC180T when it comes out, thanks for the video 👍👍

[@victorjoseph8948]

hey ac 180 in USA and Canada has 4 ac outputs why in UK only 2 ?

[@CampingSecretsUK]

We have a much larger 3 pin socket in the UK which is safer than the USA but takes up more space. I think that's the main reason but not totally sure.

[@sebastianmartello3415]

You should have done a solar charge test other than that great job, thanks

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Yeah sorry - we just don't get the sunlight to make it a viable comparison

[@Daniel-rx7bf]

What about the price? Faster you charge, faster you wearout your battery from heat.. so speed is not great by charging it fast

[@CampingSecretsUK]

I agree, better to charge it slower. However sometimes you want or need a fast charge

[@Daniel-rx7bf]

@@CampingSecretsUK Totally agree

[@chrisleung2010]

is it better not to charge battery with highest fast charging because it harms the battery?

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Possibly - I just wanted to test the max speed. You're right, in most real circumstances I don't do this.

[@joebloggs6131]

If done frequently & repeatedly, but having my AC180 for a month or more, I see the BMS actively reduce the charging to 680W-ish if the internals get warm to hot. Even on "Turbo" mode the BMS will monitor the battery states in real time, therefore greatly reducing risk of harm.

[@threat645]

The wireless charging on top of one Bluetti sounds dope. Its a toss up.

[@frspp]

The Bluetti AC180P is same size as AC180 but about 1400Wh.

[@JoeDplummer_]

Just for clarification, Toasters are resistive loads. 14:30

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Yup. Apologies if I said otherwise. An honest mistake. Very easy to say the wrong thing accidentally

[@JoeDplummer_]

@@CampingSecretsUK - Not a big deal, but I guess it’s important to know the “Bust Mode” only works on resistive loads like heaters that works with a heating resistive elements, lowering the inverter voltage to accommodate the maximum power output. Thank you! And I liked a lot your detailed comparison 👍

[@ReubenCornell]

Super useful to help me make a decision. Thank you z

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Glad I could help dude!

[@alanyarwood5369]

Any views on the vitoman 1500. Heard mix reviews. So anker v vtoman.

[@CampingSecretsUK]

I'm sorry, I've not heard of the Vitoman. Will do some research!

[@dinhscot]

Bluetti has the b80, B230, B300 ans the new B210 battery expansion…. Bluetti is longer in business at making solar generator

[@CampingSecretsUK]

The Bluetti is a great device. I just slightly prefer the Anker

[@TommyJones49]

Must be 2 versions - AC180 has 4 AC outlets at least in USA

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Yes, UK sockets are bigger (and safer) than USA, so less of them on the front

[@906Roofer]

Safer how?​@@CampingSecretsUK

[@SeldomSeen-if4pq]

How long can you run a gaming laptop?

[@charlschuck6]

Anker I was looking more in deeply and uses better different type of lifepo4 that’s crazy but a little upsetting thing is the new expansions pack seems big same size so that is maybe cause they had to get a cheaper battery cells to make a profit of such product but w same punch power hopefully there’s reviews of the cons and pros of that anker expansión battery , there’s a expansion battery for the ac180 but it’s slow external battery I believe it’s new but it’s external simulating a dc input 😊

[@CampingSecretsUK]

What do you mean by 'slow external battery'?

[@charlschuck6]

@@CampingSecretsUK the b80 external bluetti battery is out and has a max output for the ac180 180-220w yeah abit low wattage but atleast it can be useful on emergencies and does have solar recharge options stand alone to recharge and other ways . I wish it would’ve more wattage .. but I’ll say the anker external battery has no videos yet so I am still on the hold I need to see if it’s worth it ..

[@user27108]

dont forget this 5 minutes. is can cherge maybe 5 times phone or 1 time laptop. dont know exactly but this heaters use planty energy.

[@The2011sanya]

Hey, are you sure Anker have UPS?

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Yes - under 20ms - click 'check specs' on this page campingsecrets.co.uk/recommends/anker-solix-c1000-youtube

[@The2011sanya]

@@CampingSecretsUK thank you!

[@rosannefischer1637]

My Bluetti AC 180 has FOUR AC outlets. Why does your version only have two?

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Im based in the UK and our sockets are bigger. The UK version therefore has fewer sockets

[@kerrturley8375]

The 180 has expansion capability.

[@scottmurphy4946]

Real expansion or just tacking on a battery in a overly convoluted way?

[@mariodimitriou9729]

I paid £699 for my ac180 in the Black Friday sales

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Yes that was a great deal! It's gone up now

[@mariodimitriou9729]

@CampingSecretsUK I'm looking forward to using it! By the way, your reviews are great and very informative!

[@jengaman3421]

Bluetti all Day!

[@coltuppal]

bluetti for high power loads and you can expand it

[@CampingSecretsUK]

@@coltuppal you cannot properly expand it so that the additional battery is shown as part of the battery management system.. The Anker does do this.

[@dolbyatmos866]

Very disappointed in my last two purchases with the AC-70 and the AC-180 unit neither of these units have WI-FI connection, only bluetooth, what a foolish way to lose future buyers, today in 2024 and this company does not provide the most basic of connectivity, a disgrace.

[@digitechnomad]

Not a direct or good comparison as ac180 outputs 1800w and solix is 1000w. You can expand the ac180 with various bluetti battery expansion packs

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Incorrect buddy - the Solix is 1800W (see campingsecrets.co.uk/recommends/anker-solix-c1000-youtube/). I think it's a great comparison - there's no point comparing two that are identical is there?

[@lizkeith1356]

i want a power station that does not have interaction with phone...i don't want the station to ever be hacked.

[@CampingSecretsUK]

Yes I understand - I recommend getting an older Jackery like the Explorer 1000 which doesn't have anything too clever

[@lizkeith1356]

THANK YOU@@CampingSecretsUK

[@kayteeleeslifejourney]

The buleutti hooks up to extra batteries 🔋

[@gt2745]

Ecoflow Delta 2 is better than both. Better customer support too.

[@stedyone1090]

5 minutes at over 700 watts is a long time. Bluetti design and experience and components and warranty way ahead of Anker Solix in my humble opinion. Cheers

[@scootcha]

Do you work for Bluetti? Weird that you're spreading untrue statements. Anker has existed much longer than Bluetti, meaning Anker has the experience. Anker's warranty is much better. Bluetti is infamous for terrible customer support (don't take my word for it, look on /r/Bluetti).

[@fisherkieds6282]

Ac180 has Bluetooth control,Anker c1000 has wifi control, WiFi control is awful that's what my ecoflow has and it's incredibly frustrating

[@CampingSecretsUK]

The Anker has both - IOT (Internet of things) support.anker.com/s/article/Anker-SOLIX-C1000-C1000X-Portable-Power-Station-USER-GUIDE-A1761-en-AU

[@gatecrasher1970]

do not promote anker they are really bad at customer service to the point i started swearing at them

[@alanbailey1696]

They cannot possibly any worse than Bluetti's!

[@BaezLife]

Is their customer service terrible?​@@alanbailey1696