BLUETTI AC70 1000w | AC2A 300w "Entry Level" UPS Solar Generator Power Stations

[@HOBOTECH]

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[@diamondpeakproductions]

Bluetti only has the worry-free, battery for two years-I replaced mine 3times. If it wasn’t for the warranty - I’d be extremely dissatisfied. Really, this is my LIFE. 😅

[@diamondpeakproductions]

@dandon1105it’s fully charged, I believe if the UPS shows. Unplug it then check charge, should be 100%. It’s good to use. I believe the UPS shows because that’s its offering when full, and plugged in. WalkINBeauty

[@PatrickGMoran]

If you could only purchase one, would it be the Bluetti AC2A or the Ecoflow River 2? I am struggling here...thanks.

[@curmudgeinnak]

How long would the AC 70 power a starlink unit?

[@HOBOTECH]

Starlink uses about 45w/hr so do the math.

[@stereothrilla8374]

Just sent back my EB3A and ordered the AC70.

[@4watchingvideos414]

@@hcdata4289I don’t see specific known problems in my research (looks like a typical smattering of different issues)- is there something you’re referring to? I’m looking to purchase my first power station, so TIA for any insights.

[@marlawhite3682]

@@hcdata4289 Yepers heard about that. Just got my AC70 and first thing I did was plug it in and tested and YEA I got a good one!!

[@marlawhite3682]

@@4watchingvideos414 they are talking about the hot and nutral switched inside the unit when its pluged into grid and u have something pluged into it

[@waynegnarlie1]

Last night my neighborhood experienced a five hour blackout, due to a freeway accident. My Bluetti EB3A was able to keep my full size fridge running, while my Allwei 300W kept the living room lights and the stereo going for about 4 of those hours. If the blackout had lasted all night, the prospect of replacing hundred of dollars in frozen food would have become real. Thank you, Prof. Hobo for selling me on these products. It's hard to truly understand the value of these So-Gens until you're in the dark. I think I need an AC70.

[@MattAK]

Just be sure to test your Bluetti products thoroughly when you buy them. I didn't test my early run EB70 and it had the issue where it would die at 65% battery. I discovered the issue a month after the two year warranty expired because it sat on my shelf for emergency use for the entire time I owned it and they refused to cover it. I eventually paid them to fix it because that was still cheaper than buying a new unit but not super happy they made me pay for a known problem on those units.

[@verynick]

Ahh good to know. Would you still buy one or Anker instead?

[@MattAK]

@@verynick I still bought a newer EB3A last year even with the EB70 experience because it was on a really good sale. Just be sure to test them.

[@365daysgone]

I had an issue with the ecoflow 760w station. A 2w fan was draining the battery to 0% in like 10 hours. Ecoflow sent me a new one and I shipped the old one back for free. They also sent me a credit for $80 for changing my Amazon review to a positive one after the resolution.

[@nethoncho]

Thanks for providing awesome power station reviews

[@chrismurphy2769]

Huge Win! You're the only reviewer that covered all the things I care about! UPS + Solar Charging + DC + Simultaneous This information is so hard to actually find on these products. At this point Bluetti is the only Power Generator device like this that is checking all my boxes! Thank you for the review that covers the important aspects of a device like this!

[@PortableSolarPower]

We use these ourselves when we go offgrid. We go away for weeks at a time and they work really well.

[@pvanderwall3473]

That's my hero Professor HOBOTECH. Best review on the entry level power units. That was great!

[@ClayBellBrews]

Nice, Bluetti is really hitting on all cylinders. It’s amazing how much better things have gotten in the last 3 years.

[@arlenekufchock1394]

You are awesome, hilarious and informative. Thank you so much, you and Bob Wells finally pushed me over to buy Bluetti today after considering Bluetti for over a year, and other systems over 5 years! I did get AC180, but I nearly got this one, and I learned so much from you. Cheers.

[@davevancise]

I just ordered the AC70!! Thanks for the discount and for all your hard work. My Jackery 500 crapped out twice in 3 1/2 years. hope this one lasts. Thanks!!!!

[@rtpman1953]

I am one of those cheap B*stards so I thank you for this review. I do DIY for all my solar on my RV but was always looking for a simple, lightweight unit I could bring along. The AC2A fits that niche. Thanks for the excellent reviews (as always). I used your discount code and am now awaiting my unit.

[@davevancise]

we just ordered another one. Thanks for the research and the discount.

[@nightfury6836]

I love your knowledge and delivery brother. You’re my “go to” guy for everything solar generator related 😎🔥

[@namtr0]

Love seeing a lower priced one as it easily makes a purchase to use for UPS very likely. I need a new UPS for my main server that can push 500w on heavy load (rare) and a standard UPS is $200 so $300 more for a full backup that can handle the server and other items (router/modem/switch) totally worth it.

[@yvan2563]

I'm really glad that they made the AC2A, not everyone needs a lot of power and seeing a smaller unit covers a lot more usage cases.

[@samog777]

My NEW AC70 Is being DELIVERED FEDEX TODAY 😚👍😉👍

[@AD6RS]

Thank you I used your link to order the AC2A so it could live in my car. Years ago I purchased a Jackery 1000 it lives at my apartment very good for emergency backup power. The AC2A will be used as such also to run my laptop or phone in an emergency. Not yet a Nomad where I would need something bigger for full time use. I enjoy your channel, I’m subscribed and gave it a thumbs up. 👍🏽

[@bernardszirth9665]

Another amazing product review and guide! This is my third solar generator. Love It

[@iperovic1]

Thanks!

[@LaurieFloodTeacher]

Thanks! It's kind of putting the cart before the horse, but I am watching the video after purchasing the unit. That is only before watching quite a number of your videos to find the right one. I have a very good impression of Bluetti because of their MaxOak laptop charger that served me many many many many many many many many years getting drained most of the way down on a daily basis. I am really pleased with this purchase and the fact that the AC2A seems to have some smart capabilities.

[@bcmmike]

Nice review. Ive been considering adding the AC70 to the collection.

[@clarencewiles963]

Every day so much improvement. 😊 I think you are indeed making the manufacturer aware of the issue and users friendly systems 😊 thank you 😊

[@garyprice1145]

Your reviews are excellent! Keep it up.

[@caribbeanhouse6372]

GOOD MORNING ELLIOTT, have a great day everyone

[@davidgharrod8174]

Thanks for your excellent reviews!

[@Formula1-Dave]

You've reviewed tons of the things over the years. Do you have a video about the one's that are most reliable over the long term?

[@jah-jah87]

I just checked the ac60 and it does have 6 years warranty but lesser cappacity and inverter than the ac70 and yes its expandable.

[@C2CSubCommander]

When I first got my EB3A , I was changing it on solar converted to inverter to AC . Great when the power company had brown outs.

[@AGStack9999]

Outstanding presentation Mr. Hobotech.

[@adriftatlas]

I really want to see five runs of UPS transfer time on an oscilloscope. Some power supplies are more forgiving than others. Would be grateful if you'd publish them. Really love how it has a clean inverter too, that's a very good sign that it might be a good UPS.

[@pmurphy12667]

really? you seriously need to get a life my friend. This guy does the best reviews of solar power generators and you go there. My gosh. Do it yourself

[@adriftatlas]

​I do not have the necessary equipment, expertise, nor review unit to test its UPS transfer time. Fortunately for me, he has all three. I do believe he is one of the more thorough reviewers, and my comment did not indicate otherwise. You need a hug, my friend.

[@00SNIVY00]

I love the WiFi connection and other app features on my River 2 Pro, but I do like the output-only USB C ports that Bluetti uses, makes it a lot easier to charge smaller batteries that have USB in/outputs. The EB3A works well for me, particularly because my solar panels I have from Goal Zero work well with it!

[@moonobservergilles5730]

I just perchase the AC70 should get it soon. i already have a EB3A and Ac 180 like them both

[@BradKarthauser]

Love Bluetti. After buying two boat 'anchors' and reading about warranty replacement failures, I'm a Bluetti convert.

[@Bamabrute85]

What brand were the boat anchors? lmao. Not laughing at your bad luck. Laughing that you referred to them as boat anchors.

[@RickLaBanca]

You gotta be a ham operator

[@billybethel]

honestly not all Bluetti refurbished products were broken. When you send the ones they send you back are they broken? Do you think they throw it in the trash? My guess is they refurbish the products that you used and most likely never broke. I purchase their refurbished products at super steep discounts and have had no complaints at all. Don't break bluettis before you send them back and we should keep getting great deals on non pre-broken bluetti products...

[@HOBOTECH]

They won't accept a return unless it is broken. Then those sit on a shelf forever until they get around to it which damages the batteries. They fix what is wrong then replace the case to make it look new. They don't replace the batteries!

[@bbecht]

Great review. I do want to add that there appears to be a misconception that the device prioritizes solar over grid when dual charging. In my testing, the device stops prioritizing solar once it hits 100% charge. I bought my unit so that it would trickle charge off solar during the day and then charge from the grid at night. Unfortunately, it stops charging off solar once it hits 100%. All the reviewers I have seen so far incorrectly state it prioritizes the solar while dual charging when their device isn’t fully charged. I wish Bluetti would add a PV prioritization to the AC70 and AC180 models. I believe full PV prioritization is only available on the 200, 300, 500 models.

[@G55-j9z]

I wish you had Demo'd the AC70 PowerLift mode as to how many watts it can provide,

[@Gman-26]

Another great review Prof!

[@Carol-xg4ih]

Thank you. Great reviews

[@dnevinski6409]

How does the AC70 stacks up to the River 2pro?

[@PremEx]

According to Bluetti's website and the manual, the AC2A does not come with the car charging cable. It is listed as an optional accessory.

[@karyeastham1522]

Can you run a CPAP machine on the AC2A?

[@HOBOTECH]

Yep

[@NOWitsOKto]

@hobotech I recently purchased the AC70 as an upgrade to a no-name 300w Solar Generator. I've watched this video several times trying to figure out something that I really don't see in your testing/review. This could be me not understanding something. I see you turn up the voltage when doing the input/solar charging test, but never the current/amps. Thus, my confusion if panels I'm considering would work or not. One that I'm looking at is a 400w panel with Open Circuit Voltage 48.5V and Short Circuit Current 11.17A, company EENOUR. A second is a Bluetti SP350 VOC 42V and ISC 12A Lastly, GRECELL 200W panel with VOC 24v and ISC 12.5A thinking two of using two panels. So, being confused as heck that the ISC 11-12.5 are too much for the AC70 rating of 10A. Could you help an old fellow out with this? Will any or all of these work, or would there be an issue? If they'd work, which way would be the better way to go? Thanks.

[@sterling1989]

Did they fix the display timeout issue? That is one of the reasons I returned the EB3A. That and that all ports were on the front.

[@HOBOTECH]

You can change the timeout.

[@skipwilson8940]

@@HOBOTECH Hello, Found you today, Impressed with your presentation. Have subscribed. Be so kind & tell me how to change the time out. Thinking of buying a 2nd EB3A. Thx..... Skip1911......Pistolsmith

[@GaryBeckner-u7k]

Question; I have a 36v 400wh ebike battery. What’s the math for how many ebike battery charges I can get from the AC70? My math would be 768wh/400=1.9. Say 0.85x1.9=1.6 for conversion loss from the A/C outlet.

[@raymondabella4684]

That outro with Oden the Cat is the best! 😂😅😂😅👍

[@rodfer5406]

Excellent as always. Thanks!

[@blueback21]

"what is true external modular battery support" that the AC 60 has over the ac70?

[@colony391]

Slowly getting to where I need to be. Strip down model like this at 1500W around this price point I'd be gtg!

[@mark123655]

As a camper, how do these go powering single plate induction stoves?

[@jcadag8789]

Hi! Is there a switch in the AC70 that it can be recharge in a wall outlet that outputs 220V AC in 60Hz and also make the AC70's AC outlet to output 220v AC in 60Hz or is it if you bought it in the USA and the AC input and output will be in USA AC specs only and cannot be change?

[@dga223]

Excellent and informative review. Well done.

[@helloVJ]

Bought the Ac2a. Thanks for the code. 🙂✌️

[@MAKEITSTOP777]

Nice. Great job as always! Much appreciated 👍🏼

[@marlawhite3682]

hey would you leave the eco mode off the AC side if you want it to run your little fan etc all night? I sure would not want it to turn off my stuff off on low power at night.

[@davidcarrico3385]

To me, the solar charging priority is ideal. On UPS, I love the UPS mode but I do wish they gave you a choice to turn off the ups mode, as I have some use cases where I want to use a high wattage device, but want to protect the building’s old wiring, so let’s say I have a 950w device that I need to run for 20 min, I would like to run it from the ac70, while still plugged in to the wall, but limiting any wall current to 500w.

[@jonjohns8145]

Can't you do that by selecting the slower charging modes? Set the ac70 to charge in normal or silent mode while your load is connected to it. That should do what you need.

[@goodcitizen4587]

this. I think they should push UPS mode to sell more units. So add more features to make UPS mode more versatile.

[@GMC-qo9xi]

@@jonjohns8145 it just passes through from wall outlet, bypassing the battery, until there is interruption and quickly switches to battery. So it’s not related to charging limits. OP I gather would like to have the battery supplementing the wall power to reduce the draw on the house wiring. I don’t think that will likely be made available (anytime soon at least).

[@davidcarrico3385]

@@GMC-qo9xi yes, that would be ideal, but I would be good if the out power used 100% battery and just allowed you to be charging at the same time (like pre-ups equipped models). I agree the combined/supplemental would probably be more advanced and unlikely to be supported.

[@GMC-qo9xi]

@@davidcarrico3385 I see what you mean now. I have a delta 2 max. Think they work the same way.

[@Snowman380]

I want to run a fan for work that draws about 1300 watts. When you hit 1500 watts without power lifting will the AC70 sustain that for 5 mins or so?

[@joelynch1059]

Will these survive a EMP?

[@billz4795]

Thanks AND I'm frugal/cheap but want it to work. 100% Bluetti web doesn't describe/explain etc .. their products which is extremely frustrating. I've seen all these advertised Ac70, AC 70s, AC 70p and trying find out difference - Well I give. The other issue that is accross the industry is the manufacturers SHOULD only rate the WH that is usable, or less converter losses, internal loses etc.

[@AtwoodThreads]

Leave it plugged in for a day or so and see if the UPS still works or if it errors out and kills the pass through power as well as deplete the unit. The past offering would do that with no load on the unit.

[@HOBOTECH]

I show a 36hr test in the video ...

[@AtwoodThreads]

@@HOBOTECH It took mine a couple of times before the errors started. So far the firmware update has corrected it once I finally received it. No knock to them, good products at good prices, just do not want someone who needs the ups to work have it fail in the middle of the night due to the issues.

[@jon27d]

I'm okay with them eliminating the wireless charger on budget models. Isn't the power loss something like 50% for that method of charging anyways?

[@southerngentleman5321]

thank you HOBOTECH for the details that we need So AC70 solar panels cant be over 10A..? or will the AC70 limit the Amps coming in to 10 and drop the total watts in magic land was hoping it would take the full watts and some how dial up the volts.. not happening is it...

[@HOBOTECH]

Amps are always self limiting. A product will only pull as many as it can handle.

[@exileisland2675]

VERY SERIOUS QUESTION. I have a buetti and I woke up one day and it was dead and refuses to charge and everywhere I look people say the same thing as well as jackery and all of these portable solar generators. Most people say they never work again and can't get refunds and it seems to be caused by the battery going too dead. There's ways to jumpstart them but they dont always work and I'm not an electrical engineer. I bought an all in one so I wouldn't have to worry about taking it apart. I need a new one but I'm scared to lose another $300. How are these a viable product if they can fail at any time?

[@HOBOTECH]

If it's within warranty period simply return it. Next time don't let it sit more than 6 months without charging it. All batteries go dead if they sit too long.

[@factsmatter4760]

Thanks for remembering the little guys like us hobo tech even though your becoming more and more successful your still remembering us yes your 100% right recession is basically upon us 👍

[@jonathan.singer]

Hey, I appreciate the very thorough review. Only thing I'm still left wondering is, if I use either one of these primarily as a UPS, will there ever be any fan noise during normal operation?

[@joshwideman7487]

Bluetti did a poor job explaining the purpose of the grounding screw that screws into a port on the side of the Ac70. Not sure when or if you need that particular feature? Any thoughts?

[@sidon1979]

@HOBOTECH does the AC70 accept 16v from the DC input from a Tesla power socket?

[@stclaws9580]

timelapse at 21:07 "it didn't flicker" there are like 10 frames with such a flicker on AC2A input 323 99 output 169 thanks for testing though. really appreciate, if such test will become regular. (i don't think 36 hours timelapse needed, but about 3-4 hours test should show if there is issue with UPS mode)

[@HOBOTECH]

That flicker is from the extreme time lapse speed catching refresh of the unit. Neither turned off or failed in the 36 hours which was the issue with the EB3A under load.

[@stclaws9580]

@@HOBOTECH oh, then we understood "flicker" differently ) what i meant, i find it annoying that in supposed passthrough mode eb3a actually used some charge from the battery and then periodically charger and fan kicked in. and looks like ac2a does the same (at least the dropping to 99% and charging part)

[@johnq6123]

Can you do a comparison between AC70 and the Ecoflow models? Looking for a good camp generator in late 2023/ TIA!!!

[@HOBOTECH]

I have reviews on virtually every model. You can do your own comparisons.

[@gerald4nomads]

As a weekend warrior, I love the Dr. Prepare 100AH lifepo4 battery with Hub that you introduce to your Channel. Mainly because I can buy two DR. Prepare batteries and stay out up to six days vs. One bluetti at any capacity.

[@TheSeventhmillennium]

Does this AC70 BMS shut off the unit so it does not over discharge?

[@HOBOTECH]

There would be no point of a BMS if it didn't shut off charging. The battery would just explode.

[@TheSeventhmillennium]

@@HOBOTECH exactly but the manual says to stop using it at 5% and recharge, so again, is it dangerous to take it down to zero. It does not advertise low-voltage protection like they’re bigger units do. So what I’m talking about is the state of discharge.

[@philm5116]

just bought the ac70 and the ac side is causing an alarm on my electronics put a tester in the outlet and it is showing reverse polarity can you check it out on yours if it shoes the same problem ? and what could be the problem ?

[@HOBOTECH]

Inverter AC doesn't work like grid AC. Inverters output hot on both leads. This is normal.

[@ryantube485]

Did this turn out to be an issue, @philm5116? How did Bluetti respond?

[@davelamont]

One thing you forgot was the solar over voltage that drops back down to solar voltage range. Does the solar charging resume automatically or do you have to manually reset it?

[@MichaelEricMenk]

From their website "please avoid recharging it below freezing." Why cant they just block charging, or at least limit it to 0.05C. My LiFePO4 battery for my dachcam have this feature, why not Bluetty....

[@cache4pat]

Do you know if I can AC charge the Bluetti AC70 from the 120VAC 1500W INVERTER in my Mitsubishi PHEV .... I am not sure if the Outlander has Modified AC or not.

[@ziggy29]

The AC2A looks like a potentially good alternative to a traditional lead acid UPS for small electronics like laptops, modems and routers.

[@875josh1987]

Can you do a 12v cigarette out put test and see if it and handle my diesel heater that starts up at 141w then down to 8-9w constant run

[@billybarnes4228]

You got me on the Quad battery test so used to saying double fisted with you thought i had it this time you got me lol...

[@robertrice4441]

Will these units auto restart charging with the solar panels plugged in overnight without having to unplug and then plug them in? A few units will such as the Pecron.

[@e.m.c.2209]

You should test out inergy generator.

[@HOBOTECH]

For the past 4 years the only thing they've ever sold on their site are pre-orders for products that never come out. How would I review vaporware?

[@samog777]

I charged my Ac70 with dc power in my semi from %15 to full in about 5 hr ish! It said that it was DC CHARGING at 105 watts Is i Alit better then my Jackery1000 that only charges DC 77WATTS 🤔

[@WKNDER1]

AC70 VS River Pro 2 Which in your personal opinion is better? or are they pretty much the same??

[@HOBOTECH]

Better for what? Watch both reviews and decide.

[@WKNDER1]

@@HOBOTECH I have watched both reviews thanks. I already know my opinion on which I like better. I was just asking you yours.

[@RichHardisty]

I'd be curious about your thoughts head-to-head between the Ecoflow River 2 and the AC2A. It's clear that Bluetti is seeing the AC2A as a competitor to the River 2 based on the price point. I know the River 2 has more battery capacity but is more limited with the solar input (200w for the AC2A vs 110w for the River 2). Plus, as you mentioned, the bidirectional charging via the USB -C port. However, the output on that port is only 60w on the River 2 vs 100w on the AC2A. Do you think the overall capacity and USB-C bidirectional charging makes up for the solar input and the 100w USB-C output?

[@Sum1snrg]

When using this as a u p s if the a c power comes back on, will it feed back through the unit or run until the battery is dead and then shut off?

[@HOBOTECH]

UPS mode will pass grid power through and recharge the battery when the power returns.

[@denvera1g1]

One test i'd like to see is a test to see if the inverter comes back if the battery if fully depleated(or a blurb that say's it has been tested, or the option is available in app), for a UPS a feature like this is needed, or at least the ability to pass through grid power after a long power outage, a much more welcome feature (when used as a UPS) than USB-PD and wireless charging pads, while costing much less than both of those features

[@HOBOTECH]

These entry level models will recharge from AC if the battery dies but inverter won't come on automatically.

[@denvera1g1]

Thank you kind sir@@HOBOTECH a real shame, as if it can be turned back on with bluetooth, there is probably an easy software way to turn the inverter back on after power failure (sort of a, last state option like many computers have)

[@bamaboy77079]

i wonder if putting on a youtube video or having some sort of performance metric tool running on laptop will affect the laptop test.

[@HOBOTECH]

Makes no difference. You have to understand the cpu is working even at idle.

[@bamaboy77079]

@HOBOTECH true, but some cpus use more power under load. Just want to make sure the ups function can truly handle all use cases.

[@datsun_beats9347]

So the ac2a 300w is basically the new eb3a 600w or the eb3a 600w still the better option for your $?

[@aaronburns7477]

Looks like their site says you can connect some of bluetties external batteries to these.

[@HOBOTECH]

Yes, to the solar input. Just like any other battery. It does NOT support or charge a modular battery.

[@amberhebert6404]

Do you know if the AC70 will run a refrigerator during a power outage and for how long?

[@HOBOTECH]

It will run a standard size fridge. Average is 1.2kWh per day so AC70 run it about 8 hours

[@nbc902]

I have a EB3A and I just got an AC2A. Can I connect them together?

[@MAD450r2]

Im looking to get a sogen to try running my 10x13 shed behind my mobile home. what do you recommend. The most powrful device i'll be running very seldomly will be my air compressor not sure its draw offhand. I'll have a stereo and lights that will be most often used out there. but not everyday. if power were to go out will whichever unit you suggest be capable of run stuff in house like oxygen machine or other small items. wish I could afford a large unit big enough to run house off of.

[@ivanbaggett3303]

Air compressors are brutal. The inrush current when starting is huge when there is already 70 psi in the tank. I have a 1 HP 4 gallon compressor, and my AC200P (2000 watt output, 4800 watt surge) will start it, but I can tell it's a strain.

[@aijokker]

Is bluetti better than ecoflow?

[@samog777]

Tom i cant seem to get a down to earth answer from bluetti support so maybe you can speak english! My jackery1000, oupes 1800 and vtoman hooked up to a fan and they ALL SHOWED 32Watts but the AC70 says 62watts? My 3 sogens say my tv uses 45watts but the AC70 SAYS 75WATTS? What am i missing?? I heard back from bluetti support and it was longer then the Gettysburg address! Im just trying to figure if i have a BAD INVERTER?

[@will_ren]

Through the app can you turn off the display while using the sg?

[@ytJnC]

Thanks for the timely review. Any thoughts on why Qi chargers have disappeared on many newer offerings across multiple vendors? Seems like the flat top panels on top cry out for something like that.

[@cache4pat]

This AC70 review failed to do your EMI test. Could you tell me how that turned out, since I am a HAM guy.

[@always.wondering.wandering]

Are you still going to do a video of mounting the Yuma CIGS onto the roof? Thanks for today's review!

[@cadefoster9279]

Nice to see lower priced options available from a leading brand. Until we get competent White House administration that can turn this economy around this lower pricing helps those of us paying taxes.

[@joeross6539]

Im looking for something to charge up my 24v powertool batteries. Anyone have suggestions on what the best sogen option is?

[@marxamillion5576]

Do you need the app/remote control or is it fully controllable from the unit?

[@HOBOTECH]

The app is optional but there are only some settings that can be changed via app.