Bluetti Maxoak 500wh: Why you should NOT buy it (even though I am sponsored by them)

[@WillProwse]

Just read some comments saying that 11 volts for a 12 volt appliance is acceptable. No, it is not. Considering voltage drop, and the fact that low voltage cut off from various power supplies would cut power around 50% SOC with the discharge curve of this battery chemistry, that's not ok. Also, I have a video I posted about a year ago showing the huge decrease in performance of 12v appliances when using 11v source. Please watch those videos. I didn't cover that in this video because I figured this has been established for a while. I don't want to waste everyone's time repeating things I have covered in previous videos multiple times. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Does off-grid solar confuse you? Check out my DIY friendly website for solar system packages and product recommendations, and so much more! www.mobile-solarpower.com Join our DIY solar community! #1 largest solar forum on the internet for beginners and professionals alike: www.diysolarforum.com Check out my best-selling, beginner-friendly 12V off-grid solar book (affiliate link): amzn.to/2Aj4dX4 If DIY is not for you, but you love solar and need an offgrid system, check out Tesla Solar. Low prices and great warranty, and they can take your entire house offgrid with their new Powerwalls: ts.la/william57509 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ My solar equipment recommendations (Constantly updated! Check here first): 12V/48V Lithium Batteries: www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-batteries.html Solar System Component Directory: www.mobile-solarpower.com/solarcomponents.html Plug-N-Play Systems: www.mobile-solarpower.com/full-size-systems.html Complete 48V System Kits: www.mobile-solarpower.com/complete-48v-solar-kits.html DIY Friendly Air Conditioner/ Heat Pumps: www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-friendly-air-conditioners.html Complete 48V System Blueprint: www.mobile-solarpower.com/48v-complete-system-blueprint.html ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ My Favorite Online Stores for DIY Solar and Coupon Codes: -Current Connected: SOK, Victron and High Quality Components. Best prices and warranty around: currentconnected.com/?ref=wp -Signature Solar: Cheap Server Rack Batteries and Large Solar Panels: www.signaturesolar.com/?ref=h-cvbzfahsek -Ecoflow Delta Official Site: My favorite plug-n-play solar generator: us.ecoflow.com/?aff=7 -AmpereTime: Cheapest 12V batteries around: amperetime.com/products/ampere-time-12v-100ah-lithium-lifepo4-battery?ref=h-cvbzfahsek -Rich Solar: Mega site and cheaper prices than renogy! Check them out: richsolar.com/?ref=h-cvbzfahsek -Shop Solar Kits: Huge site with every solar kit you can imagine! Check it out: shopsolarkits.com/?ref=will-p -Battery Hookup: Cheap cell deals bit.ly/2mIxSqt 10% off code: diysolar -Watts 24/7: Best deals on all-in-one solar power systems, with customer support and distribution here in the USA: watts247.com/?wpam_id=3 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Contact Information: I am NOT available for personal solar system consult! If you wish to contact me, this is my direct email: [e-mail] Join the forum at diysolarforum.com/ if you wish to hang out with myself and others and talk about solar FTC Disclosure Statement and Disclaimers: Every video includes some form of paid promotion or sponsorship. Some links on this youtube channel may be affiliate links. We may get paid if you buy something or take an action after clicking one of these. My videos are for educational purposes only. Information is subject to change/update at any time. Electricity is DANGEROUS and can kill. Be smart and use common sense :) DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, An affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com

[@Formulabruce]

Agree, and lower voltage means More Current..

[@hilariuswarwinkel6981]

Have you heard about the ecoflow delta? City prepper made just made a review about it.

[@PH_INFO_101]

@@hilariuswarwinkel6981 Sorry but that means absolutely nothing to me. Just saying.

[@hilariuswarwinkel6981]

@@PH_INFO_101 ecoflow delta is another solar generator

[@PH_INFO_101]

@@hilariuswarwinkel6981 I know, my apologies for the crass response

[@GardenSpaces]

I'm glad to see someone stand up and knock a bad product even if it might cost you a sponsor. Good job.

[@spyghetti]

This sponsor should work with Will's feedback if they are smart and not let it fall on deaf ears. Feedback like this could give them what they need to turn a not so good product into great. Just think the company has a great product that only needs 15% improvement they've done all the hard work already modifying and making it really solid should be praise to Will and others who have tested this product.

[@scottmurphy4946]

Wills review must have worked as they now have a AC50s with a regulated 12volt

[@dzonib1]

Thats why they (the company) should appreciate you, but in todays society its the other way around!

[@ThierryC2373]

What I like the most with your videos/tests is that you do not compromise and you stay honest even if the manufacturer sponsors you. Keep it up, we already have enough crap on the market.

[@kevmalone]

You really knocked this one out of the park Will. In general, really appreciate your no-nonsense approach to what can be a very complex subject. Happy to be a subscriber.

[@happycoqui4370]

Hello Will...Bluetti just started an Indiegogo campaign for the AC50, which they call it AC50S ...Don't think it is a coincidence that the current price point is $349 ...12V regulated... MPPT ... which are the factors that you mentioned needed to change!! Also they have a kit that for $599 you get the AC50S and a 120w portable solar panel! Thanks for doing what you do! Oh...and the price includes shipping in the U.S. and no extra sales tax!

[@AluminumPuppy]

I appreciate how upfront you are in your reviews. No holding back on dislikes and criticism. Keep it up.

[@jimtalor7971]

A year later...they heard you. I hope you can review the new AC50 "s" which addresses those shortcomings.

[@saltpepper1894]

yes its now 12V regulated so the only real down side is smaller inverter

[@NatureZone101]

Yeah, looks like it has an mppt and yet he hasn't come back to review the updated one.

[@ctuan13]

I'm honestly so glad I found this video you made on this unit. I was literally looking at it on Amazon about to buy it. And you would never guess the output wasnt regulated from all the positive reviews it's got. Great video!

[@ctuan13]

So I actually ended up getting the 200WH Maxoak Bluetti unit. Something I think that's worth mentioning is that it actually has MPPT as well! The downside is that it is limited to just a 60W max input.

[@Still.In.Saigon]

Love the way you add insult to their injuries "This one is just a Rip-Off". Well, done and obliviously an honest review, no sugar coating. This is why I follow your channel

[@lisandrogenao7860]

The new Bluetti AC50S which looks identical to the AC50 in this review does have a regulated 12V output as well as MPPT fast charging @ 120W.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

You did a fantastic job, Will! Thank you so much for keeping my attention and for just pointing out the huge shortcomings.

[@MrCPPG]

Awesome honesty Will. Thanks for helping us avoid junk.

[@EffTwoFiddy]

Honestly, I would love to see the 20 min video of you testing that battery...

[@kilruf]

Nice review. I just picked one up for $250 from Amazon when it had a reduced price and $150 coupon. Not that color, the orange variant. No plans to use the 12v socket. My primary use is for cell phones, tablets and laptops. So it was a decent buy for my needs. The 12v issue seems to be common with other reviewers as well. Would go with other brand if that is your primary use.

[@kilruf]

Now on sale for $299.97 on Amazon. (Orange variant.)

[@stumptownwoodworks]

The prices have been all over the map, right now I can't find a jackery for less than 500$ but the AC50s is coming and it will be $350 if I can wait which is no problem. It fixed the 12v regulated supply and had mppt solar controller where the jackery is pwm I believe.

[@Ukw975]

Yes it's regulated now

[@ctwasih7571]

I have learned a quite a bit from watching your channel. Your method of explaining is very clear and precise without being condescending or over the top. If you could, please make a video that tests and compares the smaller jump starters that are on the market now. Thank you very much and please keep up the good work!

[@mfgxl]

You are wise. Your videos are always great. A solar friend of mine said he read an article where the oil companies are paying stupid high prices for new ground breaking battery patients to keep them off the market. Have you heard about this?

[@2xit]

In the manual under Technical Specifications for the AC50, it states that the Solar panel charge type is MPPT.

[@gonagain]

From what I'm reading, the AC50 does have an MPPT controller now. I just tested mine and the 12 volt plug still is not regulated, which means it's only good for simple 12 volt appliances. I use it to run my laptop that needs 130 watts so I'm just using the 110v outlets which are very stable.

[@MarkfromArizona]

Glad to see your video on these units. I never thought about checking to see if my Jackery 500 really put out 12 volts. But, something caught my ear. You said you have a solar hot water heater in your RV . Would you explain your setup? either in the DIY Forum or on here? Mark

[@jefftucker9225]

I really appreciate the honest reviews, myself being a newbie when it comes to anything solar, I trust in what others who know what they are talking about explaining how everything works and what is good and bad on the market, ty

[@J.D_7]

I love it that you're honest regardless who is paying you. Need more people like you in this world and it's a shame that I even have to say that but, it is what it is. I know this video is old and I've just subbed tonight but I wish you and yours all the best in the holidays. Hi from Scotland :)

[@practicalguy973]

Yeah I've seen a couple of videos recently on KZbin where people are running portable fridges and the Jackery lasted many hours longer with the regulated 12v output. Jackery uses Li-ion NMC batteries which is smaller and more power dense compared to LiFePO4 so they also have more room inside and likely using a larger pure sign inverter since they have stronger output also. The Explorer 300 has 125w charging input, MPPT and 300w 500w peak inverter which is really great for something so small.

[@redsquirrelftw]

I'm glad you're honest even though you're sponsored. Hopefully sponsors don't see this as a turn off, it's actually a good thing for them, because when you do say good things about it, we the viewers know it's genuine, and when it's bad they can see it as something they need to fix.

[@captainyak3948]

Good and honest review, however I am a DIY guy and I build everything from scratch. I know you have different audiences and you want to keep everyone informed. Keep it up... Thanks!

[@stigjorgen]

My ac50 has mppt. I charge with solar 120w+ no problem. I use it in my caravan and it runs everything I throw at it. So did you have a faulty unit? Love your videos btw!

[@ratgreen]

I'd be interested to see what the manufacturers response to this would be, regarding the price. Are they just being greedy or does it really have more features to account for the cost.

[@ADONAIsays-so]

Thanks for the update Will. Great, short and consise.

[@richardnanis]

Good reveiw! But i think you should always measure the output voltage under a certain load, lets say at 50% or 100% of the rated power. This is much more important than the no-load voltage :-)

[@konraddziak6928]

Please do a video on ac50s. Your original “ac50” video was not thorough. Teardown would be great? Curious to see the “automotive” grade cells. Also, Hobotech says it seems to have quality components inside without teardown. Does it??? People want to see build quality inside. Also, one of the three 12v outlets is now regulated. You can get the ac50s for $379 (no tax if outside California) - even if it comes short of 500wh, still a great deal... you should also throw some solar panels at it (put them in series in a higher voltage configuration)

[@wakawaka1976]

So currently this Maxoak baby bluetti ac50 has an mppt, 120w solar charge rate, and 800 charge cycle... and is $399-$30 with coupon right now. There are almost exact copies that cost about the same...

[@MoneyShot_CM]

Just curious if your mind had changed since the updates? And this is now $370 vs $500 for the jackery. And this actually charges by solar at 120 watt. 4 hours This ac50 also now has a mppt controller

[@DOGMAFREE1]

BRO!! +150K subs?? When did that happen??good for you my guy!!!

[@Nimashet]

162k two hours later...

[@ellej3112]

Thank you for creating an honest review. I've bought products off of reviews bt Paid KZbinrs and been disappointed by their Promoted/Sponsored Products. I ❤ love ❤ your honest

[@gudfarfar]

Let's hope that the sponsor will take this to heart and fix their problems. It should'nt be hard to get the voltage regulated to a solid 12-13 v. I guess some of the raised price is due to the induction charger on top, but how many customers will actually need that? How about making this an option on a select model and not put this function on all of them? As always, an excellent video. No nonsence and to the point, acting in the rv-public interest and not recommending a product that is not up to standards.

[@BikeHelmetMk2]

Good (not) recommendation, Will! Love the brief summary. Didn't waste any time. Regarding batteries - researchers found out that if you sprinkle carbon nanotubes into normal lithium ion batteries, the capacity and C rate increases more than threefold. A lot more energy is available. But with no way to affordably mass produce carbon nanotubes, that's more of a "Cool - looking forward to it... in 2050?" kind of thing. I think graphene and carbon nanotubes might eventually push the traits of capacitors and batteries a bit closer together. I saw you post a few hours ago about super capacitors - one use that I didn't see mentioned is dealing with low temperature charging such as regenerative braking up north. Super capacitors are happy at -40C, while lithium batteries are already unhappy close to 0C, and prefer 15-20C for optimal operation... I believe Tesla plans to add a small amount of supercap storage to their future vehicles and battery packs to improve performance and longevity in cold climates, by recapturing energy better in stop and go traffic or areas with hills. Oh hey - quick random question - when I clicked on the Community tab on your channel, I couldn't post anything there? I must be a youtube noob. How do I respond to things there?

[@WillProwse]

Oh the youtube community section is a pain in the butt! You can only "reply" to my posts, and thats it. If you want to post questions or anything you wish, check out the forum: www.diysolarforum.com Yes I have been reading about those battery developments. I cant wait to see what emerges, and how hard it is to manufacture. And how long it will take to create a factory that can mass produce those developments. Usually it takes 5 years for a full scale factory to be up and running, and refined to some degree for max output, so I am thinking 5-7 years. I cant wait!

[@dasroberts6811]

Love watching your honest reviews. Can you do a review of the new Point Zero Titan generator? Thank you for all your hard work. Have a great day!

[@livinglifemyway7349]

Will, I just ordered the Bluetti AC50S which has the regulated 12 volt outlet. it also has mppt and automotive grade lithium batteries, but yes still a 300 watt pure sine wave inverter for $349.00 free shipping

[@msnpassjan2004]

So glad you are still reviewing solar generators ! And thanks for explaining in the community thread that capacitors are just way to expensive compared to lithium for our objectives and don't really offer any advantage for off grid residential solar systems.

[@DennisWintjes2]

Great that you found this flaw, it is a big deal. Bigger? I think 1850w true sine output, i.e. 15A is important. With 1000w, it will power many items, but not all. Bigger is still needed. For me, I would like to see 1850w true sine output with 2000wh-3000wh of capacity. This is great for an RV.

[@bikeninja956]

this is so ridiculously helpful man, in the research phase and was taking a serious look at the AC50 but def not anymore...BTW, which model of Bluetti is that larger one? EB150?

[@321southtube]

Good morning. Love your videos. You're extremely knowledgeable and honest. I need your opinion...Bluetti has improved the AC50...the AC50s addresses the shortcomings of the AC50. It has an MPPT and a regulated 12 V! I was able to get one on a special for much less than the "J" 500. I don't particularly care about the AC outlet as I will almost never need it. With the addition of MPPT and regulated 12v....does that change your perspective on this unit?

[@wilsonsaintil981]

Will is so honest that I'm almost feeling bad for him. If you lose their sponsorship for your honesty , so be it. A good company takes critiques well for their own improvement.

[@VanLoz]

Thanks Will! Have you got your hands on an AC50S yet?

[@JimOliver-j6e]

I use 50 watt maxoak that charges with 16.8 volts and I bought a circuit board that increases the solar panel voltage and I charge 3 of them in about 5 hrs.

[@Edge-dy9fh]

I bought the new version AC50s from Amazon UK in November 2020. The connectors on the solar panel leads are wired incorrectly. This matters because if you don't change them the unit will not charge up from a solar panel.

[@d201120112011]

Would enjoy seeing videos on sungzu and ego power stations

[@TheWatchmanNews]

I am so very impressed with your content. Thank you very much for what you are doing. I can't wait till UPS brings me my Rockpals 300W! I plan on building a unit myself. I built the battery packs for our electric bikes using 18650 batteries out of used laptop batteries.

[@seanpeine9258]

I bought the Bluetti and I love it full time RV living now for two months and it has been working great I do wish I could add another battery so I could keep it on all night but it is all I use to power everything in my RV right now.

[@MELESAKUEHN]

you must have ordered the 1500?

[@seanpeine9258]

Yes I did.

[@MELESAKUEHN]

@@seanpeine9258 I just ordered a Bluetti 1500 as well. Can you attach 600 watts of solar panels to it? I know it tops out at 500 watts, so doesn't that just mean some solar power is wasted? I mean it won't fry anything right?

[@seanpeine9258]

I have 5 panels 168 watts each hooked into it. But I have never seen it read more then 300 watts going into it I hooked them all in on a very overcast day afraid and have left them plug in and had not problems like I said been using it for two months with no problems. Wonder if my solar panels are crap and don’t put out what they are rated or if it’s just regulating what it needs. Not smart enough to know that is why I watch these videos.

[@chriscovino9246]

@@seanpeine9258 I asked the people at Ecoflow about over paneling the system and they said that the mppt would down regulate to the max of 400w. I'm gonna say that your bluetti does the same. I like the idea of over powering because you can get to the max on an overcast day, and not worry too much about frying the system on a sunny day. Just what I was told.

[@tylertrudeau4329]

@Will Prowse, We need an update now, that they have made updates. AC50S includes regulated 12V port and lower price

[@greensong63]

Yes, please!!

[@scottmurphy4946]

Second this

[@litrick5471]

Well lower price when first announced. Now its more expensive

[@h20base]

It is good that you are honest..If you do not like something ,you flat out say it..We the viewers and consumers appreciate that..I like the bigger Bluetti..

[@knutblaise9437]

A battery pack in the sub 10KG range which has no solar charging capability but allows 1500W AC charging would be great for those with regular access to office/cafe/library AC outlets. A youtuber described how he chilled at a library while his backpack with a power strip plugged into the wall charged his batteries/equipment. A battery pack with a large capacity and fast charge rate would be great for this use case.

[@slamfreepoetry1845]

THANK YOU WILL!!🙏🙏🙏🙏 answered my questions and i appreciate that!!!! 👍👍👍

[@richardclark8520]

Great vid. Proud you consider your reputation and integrity more than sponsorship and short term profits.

[@oceanblueheart1472]

Thank You For this Video! I was too close to buying that one. Your review helped me to look for better batteries.

[@PugZDesigns]

I wanted to say THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH for all of your videos. I can't tell you how much it helps. I am going to buy a bus and convert to a Skoolie once I have the cash. I'm a Lapidary artist and a SilverSmith so I do have tools to run. That takes some power. It's nice to have some basics

[@PugZDesigns]

Liking the WEN 3600

[@jmbeezleyenterprises]

I love your videos. I know you recently got a new house with solar on it when are you planning to start making videos on those sort of systems In addition to your 12 volt systems? I didn't see the link to the forum.

[@thecritterandthebutterfly]

Allways solid testing and reviews. Thanks for posting

[@dfitz10]

Will, I've been enjoying your videos and appreciate the information and instruction as I am new to using power stations (I will be using for emergencies and possibly for recreational use) Consequently, I elected to start small and purchased a 500wh unit by Wattfun that I got for $369. It looks just like the Bluetti Maxoak 500wh that you reviewed but did not recommend. A difference that seems important is that this one came with MPPT. Have you ever reviewed one of these? I have not yet purchased a solar panel, any recommendations on those?

[@martikralak1782]

Will, thanks for your honesty

[@Rahulsmanral]

Can you review the new Jackery Explore versions which have MPPT ? Thanks! Love the attention to detail and time you put it man.

[@steved2701]

I found your channel about a week ago, and I love your content! I won't go on about that; you've gotten plenty of well-justified praise from many other viewers. Lol. After binge-watching every video, from oldest up to this point I have two small gripes. When you are making a video for which you receive a paid promotion, please state who is providing the promotion. It's not clear at least in this video. Also, with a 3-wire AC cord, the G-L-N is shorthand for Ground, LINE, and Neutral. Not "LIVE." A minor difference with no real downside, other than perpetuating a small change in terminology. That's it. Keep up the good work. I look forward to watching the rest of your videos and seeing how your channel evolves. 8/1/2020.

[@andrewangelos85]

I have found a great 500w power station inverter by progeny. It seems to be fairly well made and seek for about 350 dollars. It seems well designed. If you can find one I would like to hear your opinion.

[@JOHNMORIN100]

You do a fantastic job you are a blessing to us that are not as savy, trying to say it nicely (101 POINTS NO BOUT ADOUT IT ) John in Milo Maine

[@gabrielc1060]

I'm looking into a 500w one but can't make a decision on the right one. It definitely has to have regulated 12v. Also the option to hook up any solar panel

[@FotograafHarrieOudeHampsink]

Hi Will, thanks for all your videos and your clear and down to earth remarks. What interests me are flow batteries. What do you know about them.

[@xnaper]

I'm confused. Is the Bluetti Maxoak 500Wh version the same as the Poweroak 500Wh version, which is available in Europe? Because on european Amazon pages it is stated that it has an MPPT! Also no buyer reported issues with powering 12v devices, such as a mini fridge. So I wonder if there's a difference in the NA and EU version? Also, I wonder why there's no AIO solar Generator between 500Wh and 1000Wh? I mean the Goal Zero Yeti 1000 is too expensive and the Poweroak 1500Wh is just overkill for me...

[@sassykins13]

Oh yay I've been looking at the bluetti with the mppt.

[@rdemarco1956]

I bought the 400wh Maxoak and love it.

[@L2Cotton]

Will it power a microwave?

[@rdemarco1956]

@@L2Cotton No a microwave uses around 1200 Watts of power. The Maxoak 400 max. is up to 300 Watts.

[@L2Cotton]

@@rdemarco1956 thanks

[@presidentgateway]

I have 100% trust in your opinions.

[@alexandrial6738]

Would you consider doing another review on their updated AC50S vs Jackery 300?

[@rmcnasty7319]

Good Video TKS for the info. Are the RV'ers/Van dwellers , Running the New ,Battle Born, Lithium batterys. Going to have problems with the cold Winter Weather?

[@ak-loz]

AC50S, coming out in a few weeks with a regulated 12v Output(I think they saw your review). At around $349 or $0.69/Wh, solid bang for the buck. Would you say this is more worth? I'm really considering it because the price. But I really wish there was something bin between 500 & 1000, that would be ideal imo.

[@mtb916]

Kaiō Any more info on the release date of the AC50s? Sounds like a good option if it also includes an MPPT!

[@travails3829]

How about the AC50s? Are they sending out review units yet?

[@Sewspcl]

Love your honesty!

[@resindoctor2523]

Honesty is the best policy, thx!!!

[@jeffkarrow6924]

I love your spot on technical evaluation techniques. QUESTION: can I get a 500 watt system that has mppt controller and regulated 12 volt output and supports pass through charging? This is what we small RV owners really need. and why 120v from the maxoak not 110? I already have a 330 watt for home use, but it's not enough for my fishing trips.

[@TheContentExchange]

You never put us to sleep no matter how long the video is.

[@hamiltoneast]

Question, Will. Is there any problem with charging ebikes from the larger solar generators on the market? If we assume the ebike has a 500w battery? We will continue to follow your reviews until the right one comes along. Thanks for all the objective info.

[@bradcooke5383]

Will the new AC50S does have mppt and will charge at 120w from 14.4v to 40v. Bummer still no regulated 12v output though.

[@heidigib01]

I’ve been trying to figure out what I need. Camping and power outages to keep freezer going. I figured a smaller one and save for a more powerful one. I actually almost bought this with the rock pals panel.

[@SnoresLikeBuffalo]

Please list the exact make and model of the products that you are reviewing, either at the beginning of the video or in the description.

[@ib516]

The small thin 200Wh model you have there has MPPT. At least when it has the "SUAOKI" branding on it it does.

[@Stofke86]

i'm a solar addict now! thx ! :-)

[@jonathanlowell4874]

Hello my friend. Love your videos and show them in my marine classes all the time. I bought the Bluetti and am running into a challenge with the regulated 12.2v output. i am running a small fridge / freezer and its reading 12v-11v depending on what its doing. The fridge keeps error coding on me. So when I plug into transformer it sends the fridge 14.2 volts an it runs great. SO.... how can I step the output out on the 12v cigarette lighter output to about 13.5 V? wuold an audio capacitor possibly work? Not sure if I need to go with another fridge or step up the output. Thanks and keep up the amazing content. Your building an awesome life for yourself. Also are there better cigareete lighter inputs that will minimize voltage drop

[@udmbfckx2916]

Just "ordered" the Bluetti AC200 in their campaign over a week ago at $1,199. I also want to purchase a backup system but it is unfortunate that their AC50 is not the one and the Jackery 500 is still lacking and MPPT.

[@frost_shard]

Thank you so much. I was about to buy this solely to run a 12v fridge. :0

[@positronium3525]

That is why I build my solar power generators MPPT charge controllers, LiFePO4 battery pack, and as many car plugs, Anderson Powerpole connectors, 2.1 A USB, or remote battery terminals as I need.

[@thatonebeone]

keeping it real and this is whats all about.. this will make the manufactures fix the issue to make better products ..

[@traildoggy]

I am using this with an Asprnora 12 volt fridge and have seen no trouble at all so far ( only about 2 weeks of use so far though) I have had the bluetti topped off to 80 or 90 % with solar by evening and with other loads like a laptop drained it to 20 or 30 % overnight. Am I damaging the fridge or power station by using it like this long term? It seems to be functional.

[@TheDawnofVanlife]

You don't have to make you own plug for the 200w maxoak bluetti 12 volt port. It comes with it and I use it for light 12 volt uses. For $219 pretty sweat deal.

[@WillProwse]

Yeah for the price it is rockin

[@ianmburke]

The Rockpal is also unregulated but it allows so much bypass from solar to the ac output and the mppt charges Soo fast

[@rodneylw10]

Hey Will, I am shopping for a small solar power center. The Bluetti models here, on their website say they have MPPT controllers.

[@larryll8320]

Great vid will 😁😄🤩😎

[@bidnow]

Will, Rockpals is showing a 540wh with 500 watt continuous inverter on Amazon now for I think $489. I wish you could get your hands on that and review. Says it has MPPT. Thanks for this review.

[@rangerider51]

Hey Will, are you going to show a video on the Jackery 1000?

[@saltpepper1894]

dont try to get anything past Will Prowse lol, the new AC50s does have regulated 12v ;)

[@lisam.9709]

Thank you for your 8 minute summary.

[@dandanny7402]

Hi Will. Do you have any opinions on the Beaudens LiFePO4 battery? 166Wh, 150W AC, 2000 cycles. I'm really interested in that one.