Bluetti AC180 - Anker C1000 - EcoFlow Delta 2 - HEAD TO HEAD! Which one WINS?!

[@Jasonoid]

These are the BEST prices of the season, make sure you act now if you are on the fence about buying one of these units! 1st Place Winner: You can purchase the Bluetti AC180 HERE: Amazon: amzn.to/3XUae9J Bluetti's Website: shrsl.com/4ljfr 2nd Place: You can purchase the EcoFlow Delta 2 HERE: Amazon: amzn.to/3zvahP9 EcoFlow's Website: shrsl.com/4ljfv 3rd Place: You can purchase the Anker C1000 HERE: Amazon: amzn.to/3VUsaOS Anker's Website: shrsl.com/4ljfx *The use of affiliate links provide a small commission for me when you use them. Thanks for supporting my channel content and allowing me to do future comparison videos! More videos coming soon!

[@adriftatlas]

Bluetti has been doing a really good job with making their power stations quiet.

[@juddystarr]

After watching Hanstechtalk’s review, it was clear Bluetti AC200L is the real deal. I didn’t even hesitate-had to order it because it’s obviously the best choice. Can’t wait to see this powerhouse in action!

[@TMAM123]

I just purchased the Bluetti thanks to this review. We moved to a new house that although its suburbs, we our power grid is always at the whim of trees falling. Every year since we moved we’ve had at least 2 or 3 days with 4-8 hours no power. One event was 3 days. I want to buy a whole house generator but until we save up $15,000, we need something to get us by. So I wanted a battery station for my tv that I could charge off the neighbors gas generator in an extended emergency or at least using solar stretch it for a while. Your explanations and testing helped me decide what to buy. Thank you!

[@jaimietollison7722]

I've been going back and forth between the Bluetti and the EcoFlow and your explanation made it so clear. I'm not at all tech savvy but I understood your info much better than other videos I've watched. Thanks

[@SEarle-we5ph]

This is one of the best Power Station comparison videos I’ve ever watched. You got straight to the point and supported everything with results so nothing felt biased. Great job! You helped me make an important decision.

[@leokolev]

Not a full review without Jackery 1000 Plus

[@JackAgainski]

Yeah, me too. I was leaning on getting the Anker. It's Bluetti for the win again. (I recently got their Eilte 200 V2). The 180 Black Friday sale is $479. Amazon says it's 52% off. They need a simple math lesson...

[@leokolev]

@@JackAgainski Anker or Jackery Plus version is better than Bluetti...

[@warrenglen7636]

I haven’t tested it myself, but have seen some videos where the EcoFlow Delta 2 CAN do dual charging, but you have to manually drop the AC charging limit down to allow DC charging at the same time. The total charging appears to be around 1200 w, so if you drop AC charging to 700 W, you can add 500 W solar.

[@scotth9984]

Was looking to possibly buy my sister one of these for Florida living, for use during a power outage. this is one of the best side by sides I have seen, great job thanks

[@knorrissirronk8665]

She's going to love it. No Brainerd setup & maintenance. I use 1 for my photo PC & monitor, while the other AC180 backs up our modem, routers, & peripherals.

[@scotth9984]

@@knorrissirronk8665 nice, and possibly fridge for short period of time.

[@knorrissirronk8665]

@scotth9984 YES! We have a BougeRV powered fridge/freezer and Bluetti solar panels to keep the solar units topped-off until the night.

[@blackhawk2429]

This is the most objective and accurate information I've ever seen in a review. Thank you. I appreciate your efforts.

[@michaeltroiano5705]

Fantastic review, thank you so much. The only thing I'd add... the Bluetti does come in around 10lbs heavier than the other two, so it really comes down to your mobility requirements, whether the incremental performance is worth the additional weight. Thanks again, super helpful.

[@souettequinn2404]

Thank you for that input. Being older with a few mobility/stamina issues...weight of the products is a deciding factor for me.

[@valeriepickens2533]

We have been testing these devices since they first hit the market, and Ecoflow has turned out to be the most reliable and has the easiest screen to read. We actually got 5 years of service out of a first series Ecoflow River product!!

[@Kantuski]

Perfect timing! I have the AC180 and the Delta2, comparing them alongside the Anker is excellent. It confirms my decision to add another AC180 to my stable, Thank you.

[@mattssacre]

@jasonoid I like your reviews, but I think this one is wrong. It looks like you specifically made it so that the Bluetti would win. You include wireless charging in your chart, but no spot for a light. The Anker's light is actually useful. I think you should have shown the percentage of usable battery compared to stated capacity in the form of percentage as well as max usable capacity. It's what every other reviewer does to be fair. It's good to show both numbers. Since you're not exactly comparing Apples to Apples, you should have mentioned that the Bluetti is 30% larger in size and 25% heavier in your chart. It's unfair that it receives the positives of being bigger (more capacity) but none of the negatives in your chart. Another thing you missed, is the Anker c1000 has Ultra fast charging at 1300-1400 watts. After using all three of these power station's for 12v fridges, the Anker outlasted both the others. It has a very low power usage when idling. I had all three, and I would say the Bluetti was the worst of them. I would take either the Anker or Ecoflow anytime before the Bluetti. Anker > Ecoflow > Bluetti. I'm no fanboy, I own products from all these manufacturers, but after real world usage, the Anker is easily the best.

[@Jasonoid]

I've had many more people on the channel as about wireless charging vs lights. The Anker C1000x has fast charging, the C1000 (the one in the video) doesn't support fast charging unfortunately.

[@mattssacre]

@@Jasonoid Valid points, I did forget that mine is in fact a C1000X. Like I said, I've watched a lot of your videos and you do a great job. Thanks for all your work! I would add though, for popular uses for these batteries: blackouts, emergency and over-landing, camping, the usefulness of the light can't be understated (not useless like Jackery). Most the guys I camp and OL with prefer a light over wireless charging. Wireless charging isn't very efficient, makes your phone hot (more wear), and is generally slow. Just because a feature was requested, doesn't mean you skip mentioning other valid features of the competition. I also don't understand the reasoning for not mentioning weight and size. Both matter and are very typical in item comparisons. I will also add that Bluetti's customer service is absolute trash. Ive deal with 3 different branches, Bluetti Amazon, Bluetti direct (Vegas), and Maxoak. They are all terrible. They don't connect to each other and take weeks to respond and/or warranty repair/replacements. When Bluetti replaced 3 of solar panels under warranty, they somehow sent me someone else's defective panels. I know they were defective because they had a piece of tape with the voltage and amperage stating why they were returned. Took them another month to get me new ones as I had to wait until they received the defective ones they sent me. Not long after, they placed my AC200P because it had already lost 30% capacity in less than a years use. Ecoflow, is kind of 1 for 2. They replaced a bad solar charge cable for free, but told me to return my solar panel to Costco when it started putting out half wattage for no reason. That might be a deal they worked out with Costco so I'm not sure, but seems lazy. I've only had one experience with Anker, where they replaced my 737 powerbank after I sent a video and answered some questions. Took less than a week for them to mail. I'm sure all of them may have issue.

[@KHAOS908]

Failure to mention the size difference, the light which is very important as these Power stations for many will be used in a power outage situation, is a huge oversight. Also, many reviewers fail to harp on how much of an advantage it is to have 2 USB-C ports and 2 USB-A ports on the Abner is better versatility that 3 USB-A ports and 1 USB-C port on the Bluetti

[@lnlyby_yt]

@@JasonoidThe C1000 does allow for fast charging. Within the app there is a tab that allows you to enable fast charging.

[@Jasonoid]

@@lnlyby_yt the C1000X allows for fast charging, not the C1000. Only difference between the models.

[@jwfox54]

Thanks for this very helpful comparison.

[@heart4Pahoa]

I agree that the Bluetti is the clear winner based on your testing criteria, the EcoFlow unit battery expansion can connect to the 2KWh battery giving it a max capacity of 3KWh. That makes the EcoFlow option a lot more attractive in this class of units for a consumer like me.

[@JackAgainski]

Trouble is that the expansion batteries are as expensive as a full power station and they can only be charged through an existing power station. NG for me...

[@donttrickimtricky.8567]

​@@JackAgainski what about at the current sale price. 379 delta 2 vs 457 bluetti?. And can bluetti charge via type c?

[@kingelijah79]

I love the compact size of Anker

[@johntate5284]

Have both the AC180 and the Delta 2 which i got bundled with the alternator charger. Bluetti also has the AC200MAX for $1099, which is a very good deal also. It's a great time to be in the market for one of these power stations. I remember over two years ago paying $599 for my Bluetti EB70! Great review and summary of all the features in one nice chart!

[@Jasonoid]

Have you looked at the EB70 recently, it's still super expensive @ $370. I feel bad for anyone that buys that model now with that price when with $100 more you can get so much more!

[@00-Chris]

@@Jasonoid I have a feeling, that the EB70 was even louder 😂

[@AlphaZuluPhotography]

The Ecoflow wins for me due to the expansion ability plus the amazing Alternator charger that allows you to fast charge while driving. I can charge my Delta 2 in about an hour or so of driving compared to 10 hours on the car adapter. No need for solar panels anymore.

[@nicoletacerveza73]

bluetti also offers this now too

[@SoLowKaspar]

@@nicoletacerveza73 You can also us a simple DC-DC converter. They go for about $70. The bluetti versatility on the 12-60vdc input allowed me to make battery packs out of old e-bike batteries. With the DC-DC converter also allows me to use all kinds of voltages from different batteries making it where I can put max current (500w) into the bluetti. Lastly. When using a generator. Because of the Bluetti dual input. You can off set the load on the generator with solar panels to charge the bluetti. I do this dump the charge into my e-bike battery packs while also charging up the bluetti itself through the bluetti. (Its my solar charge controller basically.) The Bluetti is just the right flexibility I need for my life style and work that I do :D

[@YTsurferr]

@@nicoletacerveza73 Could you elaborate? I have a Bluetti EB55 from 2022. I am considering the AC180 and the Ecoflow Delta 2. If I can piggyback the EB55 to the AC180, that would make my decision simple. Also, I'll be more confident my old solar panels will work with the power station if I stick with Bluetti....is that a baseless concern?

[@nicoletacerveza73]

@@YTsurferr Bluetti says that this alternator charger is compatible with 95% of the battery power stations on the market. Not sure if ecoflow is included in that... I haven't checked the specs. Good thing is that the bluetti alternator charger is available right now and it's cheaper. EcoFlow will start shipping January 2025. It's 800 Watts. I believe the bluetti is about 500w max so it won't charge as fast.. But it kind of depends if your alternator can handle the 800 Watts depending on what kind of car you have. I have a GMC Safari so I Don't want to charge my battery at 800 watts anyway cuz I think it would overwhelm the alternator

[@PjPjPaul]

This is the exactly the video I was looking for. Thank you for this.

[@thomasmills1150]

There is a huge difference in the apps between the Anker and the Ecoflow. The Ecoflow will let you set a "Backup Reserve" limit. When set, it will only let you draw Solar, and then when it hits the reserve will start drawing from grid. At that point, for a while, it draws both AC and solar. I would love to know if the Bluetti has such a control in the app. Also if you like a lot of AC outlets, the Anker has six 3 prong plugs. The Ecoflow has 6 AC but only 2 are 3 prong, the others are 2 prong.

[@Jasonoid]

The Ecoflow app is probably the best, but the other two apps also work very well. When compared to 'budget power stations' these apps are WAY better!

[@FrostyTheBeerMan]

Gotta say this is prob ⚠the best comparison video between these models ! and.. u chose the correct ones to compare ! Thank you.

[@mashmout]

Timely review. I'm hooked on the anker c1000 however. Appreciate the video.

[@Jasonoid]

I love how compact the C1000 is. It also has the best solar input out of these three!

[@butchie2752]

@@JasonoidI bought the 200 watt panel to go with. Since it’s prime day I’m thinking of adding a second 200 watt panel. Think it’s worth it? Thanks.

[@Jasonoid]

@@butchie2752 having 400 watts of solar is great for this size of power station. You can never have enough solar.

[@butchie2752]

@@Jasonoid that’s what I thought too. Btw instead of their extender, for the same price, I bought a separate sine wave inverter a 100 amp lpo Battery, and a charger. I figured that in a long term grid down I’d have separate system if the Anker broke. They acknowledged I could charge the Anker with this and the inverter. A little more bulky but…Thanks for your prompt reply.

[@lelandsmith8111]

A good comprehensive comparison that reinforces my personal choice of the Bluetti AC180. It is a quality made machine!

[@terrysparger1979]

Enjoy the videos. Very thorough comparisons. Thanks!

[@Jasonoid]

Thanks for watching!

[@litnoregrets7551]

Loved this comparison. I have been thinking I needed a medium size unit and was leaning towards the Bluetti or EcoFlow. My next step was to go back you your old videos to ensure I had not forgotten anything, then this video popped up. This was very concise and hit the points I needed reminders on. So, perfect timing on this video. I was already leaning towards Bluetti and after watching, I am convinced. BTW, I love EcoFlow power stations, but in this situation, Bluetti wins. Thanks Jason. Now I need to decide if a medium is big enough or do I move up to the AC200L, but then I would need to compare it to the Delta 2 Max. Hahaha. I am stuck in a vicious cycle.

[@Jasonoid]

That's quite the cycle to be stuck in! I will say right now is when the prices are lowest for the entire year so if you want one of these, now is the time to buy.

[@litnoregrets7551]

@@Jasonoid Thank you for the advice. Hopefully I will have an AC200L or AC180 in a week or so.

[@JustedNot]

Thanks! really helpfull...one thing I would add to my personal choise; Wifi and/or bluetooth. The Bluetti doesnt have Wifi, so no app control remotely.

[@Jasonoid]

That's another thing to consider! Thanks for bringing that up.

[@texture6]

I bought the Delta 2 @ Amazon currently for $499 total $535 out the door. Plan to expand the capability with the Delta 2 Max for a total of 3kw

[@jamesd7448]

I got an AC180 and have a bit of buyer's remorse because it just weighs so much more than the others. 35 lbs for the Bluetti vs 27 lbs for the Ecoflow. I just assumed everything in this capacity and inverter range would all weigh the same, maybe a pound or 2 difference but 8 lbs?! It's a 25% difference! For using around the house or camping it maybe doesn't matter much. For using as a UPS, the cutover time and quietness of the AC180 is going to be worth the extra weight. That's not how I'm using mine though. I got to run power tools without running cords every week doing yard work I lug it around with a makeshift shoulder strap to do yardwork with my plug-in tools. Granted that's probably not a typical use case. I think those 8 extra pounds are making a pretty big difference. Well, at least it might toughen me up a bit, we'll see if it gets easier.

[@michelleevans9869]

Really nice overview. Going with the BLUETTI

[@stuartstuart866]

I like the extra power and layout of the Bluetti, but the EcoFlow seems to have a better reliability reputation….. at least that’s the impression I get reading various forums.

[@practicalguy973]

That's a big thing when looking at the cost factor. Some brands are less reliable electronically and even within those brands some specific models have more common failures. Pays to do some research on owner forums and reviews from multiple sources. For any electronics I find that the reviews found on the manufacturer websites or the jungle site have most people with little to no experience providing 5 star reviews with very little time of ownership promoting something as a great product when its not really been put through real world usage.

[@alanklein1791]

I prefer Ecoflow, I 've had a fantastic experience with them.

[@nur_noch_elektrisch7429]

Ecoflow Delta 2 supports also the Delta 2 Max extra smart battery with 2.048 Wh for a total of 3.072 Wh.

[@KatysCampKitchen]

Great comparison video! I really liked this video with the head to head format. Super Helpful!

[@davelee9791]

The Ecoflow Alternator charger is a game changer for those on the move..

[@reech00]

Is this different than a 12 volt charger? I thought you COULD charge the bluetti from the 12 volt socket in your vehicle…is the alternator charger somehow different? Thanks for any reply.

[@Jasonoid]

12v charging in your car is super slow, only 100 watts. If you want to charge any faster you need to use a Alternator charger for your power station. I have a few videos on the topic.

[@jimmyj5099]

So is there any way to measure internal watt usage? I'm pretty sure the Bluetti uses 15 watts by just turning on. So if my 12v refrigerator used 50 watts the Bluetti would actually be using 65 watts. Just something to think about. Supposedly the Jackery has no internal watt usage. I know I know you didn't test the Jackery but I just thought I would bring internal watt usage into your score sheet. If it can be measured or discovered somehow.

[@NoZenith]

Although I've already bought my Delta 2 max, I'm still curious, so thanks for content like this. people are starting to come to me looking for a direction and i stay curious.

[@Michelle-bw1xg]

Thanks for the in depth comparison, right up my alley. AC180 is my 1st power station, 1 of possibly 2 intended for my minivan camper "build" (not used yet). The quieter fan is a plus. I'd rather have 1 or 2 of this size that I can lift more easily for charging than a 55-60 lb. beast. Prices are incredible. If one misses the sale, waiting for the next one seems a wise choice.

[@damonried1720]

I think you owe the Anker three points. 1) Does the unit have a light? 2) Does that light have various brightness levels? 3) Dose that light have an S.O.S. mode? Jokes aside, great review. This is great for first time buyers. I think those who have invested in a particular will stay with that brand, regardless of performance results.

[@Jasonoid]

Amen brotha 🤣👍 fan boys will be fan boys haha

[@juliusgovia4841]

Thx to this video I made up my mind about which one works best for me. Got two bluetti ac180 now

[@Jasonoid]

Awesome setup!

[@ghunt9146]

Physical size & weight are also a considerations for me. Excellent comparison, thanks.

[@Jasonoid]

That's another great way to compare these. They are fairly similar but the Anker C1000 is the most compact model.

[@GroovyCachinDude]

One metric that you didn't include was form factor (portability, ease of carry, dimensions, port access, etc). This was important to me, as was expandability, so I bought the Eco flow Delta 2.

[@Jasonoid]

The Ecoflow option also has great accessories and smart devices that work through the expansion ports. Like the Wave 2 portable AC and the Ecoflow Alternator charger. Those are really cool devices!

[@jw3843]

Great video comparison. Nice to see someone doing one. I know I like my ac180. I won mine, so I got really lucky on that one.

[@Jasonoid]

That's AWESOME!

[@stephenino]

I saw an ad at Best Buy for the Anker c1000 at 549 USD. I’ve looking at the bluetti Ac180, and I have the ecoflow delta 2. The first two didn’t exist when I bought the ecoflow model. Anker models were just coming out as well as the Bluetti models. Now these are realistic model comparisons in the same category, that didn’t exist before. Now the price has come down a lot since I purchased the one I have. After watching your test comparison, and having checked out the prices. The bluetti ac180 is the best bang for the buck at 499 USD. I have the extra battery for my ecoflow solar generator. I also have a bluetti ac 70, and an Anker 522. I saw them on sale when I purchased them. There for different activities purposes, because of their sizes. So I’ve been leaning towards buy this Bluetti model, this video helped convinced me I was correct on getting it. Now I have the solar panels that were paired with brand model and size capacity. I think I can use the ecoflow’s solar panels for each brand solar generators. They are the most powerful of the three models I have, but those others are the most portable. I can’t remember what the ecoflow model is rated at. By any chance do you know if they’re compatible to use to charge them all? For time to time we’ll have power outages, so I want to have power for everyone’s needs, because the outages can last for long periods of time. At the same time. I don’t want the noise I hear from neighbors with gas generators I hear during those time of outages. And during the summer months to keep cool. I’ll use a generator for a fan to save on the power cost from 4 to 9 pm, when the power cost is at a premium. I prefer to use solar panels to charge them, since it’s abundant and cheap.

[@PerpetualCamping]

Great video, thanks for the comparison. I'm just about to pull the trigger on the Bluetti AC180 with the Black Friday Sale.

[@Jasonoid]

You'll enjoy it for camping!

[@mahki599tv]

Great review. Very helpful in depth review. Great job

[@Jasonoid]

I'm glad you found it helpful!

[@utubetjc]

Great analysis. I have two Delta 2's with extra batteries. For trips to the cabin, they serve me well. Amazon has the Delta 2 for $499 now!

[@Jasonoid]

That's an amazing price! They are really making these more competitive each day.

[@hikerglenn]

The Ecoflo seems to read wattage draw on the high side, therefore hiding it’s true capacity better. Thats kind of what I found on the one I tested. Good review Jason!

[@captaincurt3180]

Jason, as always you did a great job of digging down into the features of all three of these units. I perused your grading sheet after watching your livestream video and I came up with an idea for a future project. It seems none of the power stations that you reviewed in the 500-1000 WH range really checked all the boxes (and I agree they should). So, maybe you can search for an affordable power station that scores higher on your grading system in the middle, camping-sweet-spot range of 500 to 1000 WH. By now the manufacturers surely must have read the memo!

[@stedyone1090]

That's why I own 2 AC180s. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@Jasonoid]

Good to hear! What do you use your units for?

[@genuinetuffguy1854]

I own 3 AC 180’s. One serves as a UPS for Audio-Video entertainment equipment, another as a UPS for computer equipment, and the third one as UPS backup power for our outside full size fridge and a Dometic dual zone fridge/freezer.

[@stedyone1090]

@Jasonoid Here in lightning capital of the world of Central Florida I use a 24volt LifePo4 battery to get lots more run time of each AC180 for my frigs and freezers and Midea 15 SEER smart window ac. Thunderstorms and wind and tornados and an occasional hurricane or two. Also have solar panels on my boathouse. I'm an old boy scout. Be prepared. Lol 😆 🤣

[@robertelmouchi5018]

THANK YOU! Excellent video. You got right to the point and kept me interested as you evaluated important features. Thanks to you, now I’m an informed shopper. 😊 Keep up the great work!

[@jkp2042]

Thank you Jason for this very good/excellent comparison video.

[@michaelminske6101]

What about customer service as a purchase factor?

[@colossalmindb.t.s.8755]

Just bought the Delta 2, on sale for prime day for less than $600

[@Bruce_Quin]

If weight is a factor for anyone go with EcoFlow at 27lbs. Bluetti is at 37lbs. 10lbs is a lot if you’re needing to move it around.

[@CountrywideDJ]

Do you think 3,500 watts will do?

[@jamespruett2849]

Jason I watch a few tech channels your the best,I would go with the Bluetti,I have the EB 150 and ac200p they have never let me down

[@Jasonoid]

Thank you! That means a lot!

[@jampam-jf8mt]

They all do the same job with similar capacities and inverter sizes. It would come down to which one has best reliability and customer support?

[@CountrywideDJ]

Do you think 3,500 watts will do? As I’ve seen a video with a dj playing with a wattage battery of 3,500watts

[@campbellsoup4910]

What up Doe Dr J' Great comparison as usual. Looking to grab a Bluetti AC 180 for October Prime Day. Stay blessed and keep the vids coming👍🏻

[@Jasonoid]

You'll enjoy it!

[@AndrewCCM]

Same.

[@rcguymike]

You can use a Delta 2 Max battery with the delta 2 for ~3kWhs total

[@Jasonoid]

I like how the EcoFlow power stations have all the devices they are compatible with with the XT150 port!

[@rnewell252369]

Bluetti is the rolls-royce of power stations. I own many different kinds and still love all of my Bluetti stations even the older versions.

[@BigStipowski]

But I've never had good luck with their customer service...

[@00-Chris]

@@rnewell252369 I had them all, Jackery, Bluetti, EcoFlow, Anker -> in this order, and it always was an improvement. Anker is way more efficient and more accurate in its display, and it’s got the best solar input.

[@jampam-jf8mt]

What about Ugreen, DJI and Yoshino?

[@TheNature101]

IMO, Bluetti a rolls-royce is not. That title goes to Ecoflow.

[@Johnny-qe7xf]

I’ve had both I prefer EcoFlow

[@ringoklassen]

Thanks for the video. I got a Bluetti AC180 for a sump pump backup. Your video confirms that it was a good choice. The AC180 is also light years ahead of the lead acid sump pump backup options currently on the market.

[@Sylvan_dB]

If the A.C. output of the Bluetti turns off (perhaps due to overload or running out of battery) will it turn back on automatically? (i.e. retry the heavy load or when the input A.C. returns) My Delta 2 Max will not, and that is really annoying behavior for a UPS!

[@RamblinBobReviews]

All 3 of these are nice systems. We like the Bluetti AC180 the most of these 3 power stations :) P.S. Bluetti has really nice power stations and has really upped their game over the last couple of years :)

[@DV-tc1yr]

I have the delta 2 max and love it! just bought an additional battery for it.

[@gojeffgordon24]

Nice to see I bought the winner. Honestly haven't put it to a test yet. That will come in the fall when I'm helping at some outdoor events.

[@mojorider8455]

I have the AC180, nice unit for mid size. I also have a Delta 2 Max and they seem to have less fan noise than the Delta 2

[@Jasonoid]

The Delta 2 Max has upgraded fans that are much more quiet than the Delta 2. The Delta 2 launched first and they quickly realized how much people hate loud fans. Once they launched the Delta 2 Max they were able to put better fans in it.

[@ferrarista27]

I already have a Bluetti EB3A which I like very much as it is very portable. I'm going to get an AC180 next as I think it is the best bang for the buck. The only thing missing is an expansion plug. Don't know why they decided not to put one since all the competing brands have it in this category. They did come out with the AC180T with swappable batteries, but it is heavier and more expensive. Still, looking at how an expansion battery cost as much as the power station, I prefer buying a second AC180 so you have better flexibility to run stuff around the house and not use extension cords. If you add the Delta 2 + Delta 2 max expansion battery price, you can almost get 3x AC180. You also have the option to use a 12v 100ah lifepo4 battery with a voltage booster to take advantage of the solar port and put in 500w into the power station. Sure it is not the same as having a dedicated expansion battery, but it is much cheaper in price.

[@Jasonoid]

All good thoughts here. You'll have to decide what option is the best for you.

[@jrherita]

The UPS mode numbers are interesting. In North America you just need 16.6 ms to be within one tick, and 33.3ms for two ticks. Most computer power supplies won’t have a problem with missing two blinks unless under very heavy load.

[@Jasonoid]

During my testing the EcoFlow and Anker systems shut off my desktop workstation 2 or three times each. It's hard to record the cutover time as it's so fast my oscilliscope doesn't catch it all the time. I never had an issue with the Bluetti shutting off my desktop. The lower the time the better.

[@jrherita]

@@Jasonoid perfect example - thank you! I use a Ecoflow River 2 as a UPS for my home server and infrastructure, never fails. But I have read the Deltas are slower to switch over. Thanks for this detailed review!

[@dianem.1310]

Thanks for posting the Amazon discount code. That just gave me another $60 off of the Prime Day price!!!

[@utahiker]

I love my ac180. Great to see how it compared to other similarly priced power stations.

[@arizonadavetv]

Great video and advice. Keep up the good work.

[@guydemers7607]

thanks for the test, not surprising bluetti comes out on top. still waiting for alternator charging though.

[@WDMurphy]

I want to know how tall he is (for perspective) Because the camera angles make the systems look massive.

[@Jasonoid]

I'm just under 6ft tall. Dimensions are on their websites for sizing comparison.

[@planetdee3587]

I got the Bluetti for $550 on that prime day with 200w solar panel. Amazing deal.

[@Jasonoid]

That's awesome! Nice find

[@rodlewis3544]

Exactly the comparison i have been looking for - thank you

[@Jasonoid]

Glad to see my timing was good. These prices are the best of the year so make sure to take advantage.

[@chicagochris1988]

I’ve always used ecoflow and this comparison doesn’t really change my mind at all. I’ve had zero issues with my ecoflow

[@user--PM]

9:20 if the price is the same the winner goes to who has the highest wh battery - bluetti 2:50 bluetti wins sound test for me 7:15 bluetti wins again by prioritizing DC charging 7:57 unfortunately for those that want to have an expansion battery option, bluetti looses here

[@Jasonoid]

Excellent breakdown of these main points and their time stamps! Thanks PM

[@YouLookinAtMe-Bro]

I'd still take the Bluetti and just get another complete unit... especially for the price of those expansion batteries. Always have a complete unit on standby or charging while using the other.

[@gannonfamily2000]

I just took advantage of Ecoflo delta 2 and the extra battery pack Delta flow 2 max expansion. Total for the completed system sale price was $1300. I'm going to just sit back and eat some popcorn as these things are laughably compared... That's around $.42 per WH

[@larrybelton5489]

This is a really good comparison , I bought a delta 2 because eventually I’m gonna get me a wave 2 air conditioner

[@TheThestand101]

I agree with others about comparing the usable capacity to rate the 3 when they start with different sized batteries. Not a valid comparison. Comparing usable percentage verses actual battery size is a valid comparison. In that Anker won in both AC and DC. The noise comparison was very surprising. I hadn't heard either the ecoflow or anker as I own bluetti. Currently they are all the same price. Iam looking for another and after having to deal with Bluetti customer service one time... It is out of the running!

[@scoobydew420]

I have an AC180 and just received a c1000. Something that wasn't discussed here, was the size/weight since these are designed as portable power stations. Anker is noticeably lighter and a smaller footprint. I never seen the ecoflow in person to compare to.

[@stephenpaller7747]

Finally pulled the trigger on the EcoFlow because I found it on sale on Amazon for $499. That put it right in that $0.50/Wh range.

[@Jasonoid]

Great pricing!

[@Kamodomon]

Yeah, I always felt like Bluetti was the winner in this category of battery stations outside of portability.

[@knorrissirronk8665]

I have (2) of the Bluetti AC180s and love them. But I seem to recall that of the 3, the AC180 was the only one that failed your UPS test during one of your retries in your original AC180 review. (I could be wrong...) considering how low you measured the cutover time to be, do you have any ideas for why that might have been? Most importantly, THANK YOU for continuing to do these Solar station reviews, Jason!

[@dannydivine7699]

6:15 Why didn't you test the Anker AC charging speed in the "Ultra Fast Charging" charging setting???

[@Jasonoid]

That setting seems to be removed with the latest firmware update. I didn't see it like I had before.

[@dannydivine7699]

@@Jasonoid I had to go back and find it on the main screen of my app (ver 2.6.0) and device firmware (ver 1.4.3) but I can't enable it right this moment because I'm fully charged already. It's under "AC Input" on main screen of the app

[@89thedawg]

Picked up my 2nd Delta 2 last week for $429 plus tax from the Ecoflow website,with a $100 off coupon.Couldn't pass that price up.

[@CountrywideDJ]

What’s the best power station and wattage for DJ equipment. I,e 2 x 2,500 watts speakers, 2x 2,500 watts subwoofer and 1x controller deck ( RANE performer) for an average 8hr -10hr outdoor gig?

[@Jasonoid]

Have you seen how many watts your system actually pulls when playing?

[@CountrywideDJ]

Some DJ on KZbin is using 3,500 watts battery

[@Jasonoid]

@@CountrywideDJ it's best to know the actual wattage to calculate the actual runtime. For example, if the system pulls 300 watts, you'd need 2400 watt hours to run that load 8 hours. You can also calculate this easily if you know your system's actual wattage. Take the wattage and multiply it by the hours and you'll get the total battery capacity you need. (500 watts x 8 hours = 4000 watt hours). I can't make any recommendations till you have a measurement using a watt meter like this: amzn.to/3DhB6YQ

[@CountrywideDJ]

@@Jasonoid many thanks 👌

[@JoeDplummer_]

This was a great comparison !!! ... I will give an extra two points to the Anker for the very handy light bar and the compact size.

[@Jasonoid]

Those are nice features too! The C1000 is definitely the smallest option.

[@nwlady1844]

Excellent video!! thank you! I have bluetti and ecoflow. I favor ecoflows app... able to modify more settings... car... 4, 6, 8a. AC charging.... 200 to 900w by 50w increments for the river 2 pro. high and low - charge and discharge limits. And other options. Bluetti does have a couple of options for rate of recharge but not nearly as versatile as ecoflow. Bluetti has a variable upper charge limit (I believe) but not a lower limit. So.... ecoflow definitely get a big point for app options.... which is pretty important.. at least to me. I hope bluetti catches up on this as I do prefer bluetti products. Also, seems like ecoflow has more trouble with installing upgrades on their units.. and seem to require "recalibration" more often than bluetti. So ...on my "list" bluetti gets a point. Excellent video!!

[@Jasonoid]

Great feedback! Thank you for breaking all that information down.

[@tumbleweed1976]

After a rough start with Eco Flow Delta 2 not 12v charging all is fixed by returning to Eco Flow. It was annoying but all fixed and has been a great product for van life. For me I wish I went bigger to Delta Max 2.

[@Jasonoid]

It's always nice to have the larger battery capacity. Have you seen the new EcoFlow car charger? That would allow you to charge your Delta 2 really quickly if needed.

[@tumbleweed1976]

@@Jasonoid Amen! What a car charger. I also saw your video comparing it to the competition. I currently run two 100 watt panels in California. Honestly that keeps me topped off most days. Only issue is if I cook one meal and heat one water kettle battery Delta 2 is empty. Thank you for all your work. I first saw your DIY build video years ago.

[@nevadaxtube]

Just bought an EcoFlow Delta II for $0.467 per watt hour on Amazon. Beats Bluetti and Anker.

[@Jasonoid]

Great pricing for sure! 👍

[@vvtv4565]

Is there a difference in terms of ease of use between the 3 brands? Which is the easiest for those who are new to solar generators?

[@Auriasis]

I believe this was a paid promotion. Bluetti appears the winner but not having the port to add an additional battery is a pretty big disadvantage.

[@f.w.1318]

I’m curious how the PECRON E1500LFP Expandable Portable Power Station 2200W 1536Wh would compare against these units.

[@Jasonoid]

You can compare them head to head on my power station grading sheet 👍 the Pecron has a larger inverter and larger battery. It also takes in a little more solar.

[@jimdaly5077]

Hi great chart & comparison layout 👍👍. 🐝🌞

[@Jasonoid]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@jimdaly5077]

@@Jasonoid Hi never a problem saying thank you for your work 👍🐝🌞

[@mwsebastian]

I got the Anker C1000 a couple weeks ago. If I had seen this video first, I might have gone with the Bluetti AC180 simply because it cost less per Watt-Hour, but I do not regret my Anker purchase. Most of the Anker's negatives highlighted in the video - fan noise, lack of simultaneous AC and solar charging, slightly lower 12VDC output - are not that important to me for my envisioned use cases.

[@Jasonoid]

The Anker C1000 is still an excellent choice. I like the small form factor and the benefit of the added 100 watts of extra solar charging! When the units are all so close in comparison I really have to dig down and find differences.

[@rgraz4929]

EcoFlow has an AC output capacity of 83% which lagged behind the others which were both 86%. Would have been great if the scores were weighted instead of just choosing the best.

[@andrelereu497]

Great review thank you.

[@DIY_versus]

I believe you did Anker a disservice choosing the C1000 instead of the f1200 or f1500 . Which competes well with the bluetti AC180 . The eco flow delta 2 is now showing its age 😢, still some fight left though 😅.

[@kw3674]

Great review! Very helpful. Thank you!

[@nahnotsomuch2292]

Starting to think Ecoflow's pricing is riding off their name from a few years back when they were toward the top of the heap. Now that the rest of the pack has caught up, their prices seem relatively high and no longer justified.

[@Jasonoid]

The EcoFlow Delta 2 dropped to only $499 this morning! It's a price war! amzn.to/4eQn1zY

[@butoikaruga]

thank you for making this videos!