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@unpluggedtexan3 ай бұрын
I have the AllPowers R1500. Its works fine for me. I've used it for about a month now. Sure it's not as efficient as a Bluetti power station but for the price I think it's not a bad deal. Also, all you have to do is read the manual and you'll see that if you press the DC Output button for 3 seconds it will turn on Bluetooth. The app works fine. It's obviously going to be a lot less efficient if you're pushing it near it's max since the fans will be working overtime. These power stations should be used at around 50% max if you want them to perform decently and last. Just my opinion. But to say it's junk... that has not been my experience. But I haven't used their customer service for anything, and I've only used it a month. So I can't speak for it's longevity. I'm also getting 112v out of each outlet (not 108 like you).
@robertrayford87083 ай бұрын
You should suggest that people use Pecron’s products. I own the E600LFP and love it! The PECRON E1500LFP is comparable to this unit but, the Pecron meets all its specs, is upgradable, has a 5 year warranty, and is fairly inexpensive at only $759. It’s worth “at least” acknowledging as an option.
@tgx78Ай бұрын
Expansion battery is now available and you can preorder them so no more false advertising. Model name is B1000 and apparently you can expand R1500’s capacity upto 4,608Wh.
@oskosh503 ай бұрын
To turn on Bluetooth press the dc power button for a few seconds. My Bluetooth will work, but no luck on WiFi .
@PS-jm5ir3 ай бұрын
I was looking at AllPower products and was tempted with the low price. But was not confident of quality and longevity- thanks for video it helps me make a decision!
@bigdog79143 ай бұрын
I have no regrets, unit plus 400 watt panel for $899
@johnbakley54392 ай бұрын
900 buck is not dirt cheap. I live in New Jersey.We can't afford that expensive ish
@mikerattee563 ай бұрын
A very informative video & I like the honest approach of stating the good and bad. I just subscribed so I can avoid mistakes as I pursue solar for home backup.
@TommyJones493 ай бұрын
Love my first PS a Blueitti AC180 for ins against outages. I use it around the house since outages don't happen much. Even gave up my gym membership as this is 36#.
@grindychum3 ай бұрын
I bought a R1500 a few months ago. Took it out of the box plugged in the AC charging cable, was charging @ 384w. I then turned on the AC inverter button (with nothing plugged into the R1500) and it tripped the breaker in my house. I then plugged into another outlet on a different breaker and it also tripped that breaker. There was no AC load - just turning the AC button on. It went right back in the box.
@davidparker71562 ай бұрын
you can adjust the charging rate in the app
@grindychum2 ай бұрын
@davidparker7156 yes. But that is a moot point - the charging speed was already at the slowest charging speed and that is not what tripped my houses outlet breaker- turning on the R1500 AC inverter was what caused the issue.
@TonyJello-t5k3 ай бұрын
If your in the market for similar specs, do yourself a favor and get the Bluetti AC180. Its more expensive but wont burn your house down.
@jim03113 ай бұрын
I bought the Apowking 500w portable power bank for $170..it has 2 ac outlets, it's basic but it works for me
@t0xictearsz3 ай бұрын
The thing is.. i've checked out alot of KZbin affiliate links for the Anker c1000 and other systems. But they only ate eligible for US citizens or outside Europe. In Europe we're stuck with EcoFlow, Jackery and these competitive brands. And the prices are almost DOUBLE of what they go for in US. So yes, it's not that good.. but it's affordable. That allpowers goes for 800 eu in Germany.. and solar panels are additional 250..
@nicholaswilliams55873 ай бұрын
I love how he says I don’t know where the 1500 comes from but you can charge on ac at 1500 watts. Ummmm you answered your own question in the same sentence hahahha
@TheCornucopiaProject-bd5jk3 ай бұрын
You know you messed up when a Jackery is introduced as a high end alternative
@Chambersdn243 ай бұрын
Nice video, but try and get the dabbsson power station its way better than the allpowers. Dabbsson is actually a good one I am save to get the 3500watt unit but check that one out it's like a more affordable ecoflow 🎉😊 keep doing your thing
@JOHNsEVERYDAYREVIEWZ3 ай бұрын
Thats what I have. And great system!!!
@John-jd8vx2 ай бұрын
Thank you. I WAS considering one of these. Explains why they are so cheap.
@justindex1233 ай бұрын
For better portability and dead silence even under continuous full load check out the fanless 1kWh/1000W units sold by Zendure (Superbase M) or Goneo (Silent 1000).
@goodcitizen45873 ай бұрын
Compare to Bluetti AC180 at $700 (also 1152Wh and 1800W inverter). Impressive for 500.
@MarineX5 күн бұрын
Very apparent you didn't use this unit for any extended amount of time. The app will let you put it in Max mode to get 1500w charging. Plus the instruction book tells you how to activate Bluetooth. As for your power draw, it may be your unit.
@MYMUSICCHANNEL-db4ky3 ай бұрын
First truth it works with bluetooth press the usb charge button and hold till wi-fi signal appears simple
@alutious3 ай бұрын
All powers is kinda hit and miss. They would be way better to adjust their spec. I have one of their panels I like, I have one of their inverters I hate . For a power box I got lucky, Aferiy. Weird name. Half the size you reviewed, I carry it so it is a good weight for me. 800w, 500wh. It has a funky DC out port they can't support, it turns on weird, inverter seems inefficient, but it charges in 90 minutes at 400w. Lipo. After 3 months, it works good.
@mrsrhardy3 ай бұрын
I OWN the 240V AU Paid $1000, mine 1500w capacity and I was sent the PRO with the RV Power plug too. It works well asside from noisy fans. Mines never overheated and mines not the LPF battery version. My uint isnt expandable so you seem to have reviewed a newer edition. When I emailed them, I got a prompt reply so that was good, and getting the PRO version was a nice thing too. LFP isnt a deal breaker, by the time ive charged and disscharged enough, better tech will have replaced LPF! ALLPOWER need to have updateable firmware and updates to imropove and fix problems like fan profiles or the mobile app, then they would indeed be a garanteed got cheapo bestbye for sure. Im hoping they evolve quickly as they can own this segment! Otherwise pay the diff and wait for an ECOFLOW IMO. All the others, all suffer from the same problems and only ECO have the track record of after sales and firmware support!
@hermano42423 ай бұрын
Just bought a VDL HS 1200. 960wh, charges in an hour and a half. One hour if you plug in the 500w of solar. Six hundred bucks Canadian.
@PaulWilliams143 ай бұрын
Pecron products I think would do very well. The e1500lfp would be the best comparison to these units. Very good bang for your buck.
@johnmal59753 ай бұрын
He won't do it I said it several times. That pecron comes with a 5 yr warranty as well. It's a fantastic deal.
@robertrichardson52853 ай бұрын
Pecron
@PaulWilliams143 ай бұрын
@@johnmal5975 that’s strange. I wonder why.
@PaulWilliams143 ай бұрын
@@robertrichardson5285 fixed the autocorrect. Pecron
@californiaballer3 ай бұрын
Agree. Out of all the Chinese newcomers, Pecron is the one that actually producing nice quality units and stands behind them. Allpowers is shady as hell and the fact that they misrepresent capabilities on the website is all one needs to know before trying them out.
@jaypong55173 ай бұрын
You may have just got a defective F1500 because there is a lot of other videos of other reputable youtubers doing tests on it and getting the advertised results the ALLPowers company is a very reputable brand with very well made products I got a allpowers R600 and its awesome better than the bluetti eb3a.
@Buffy-883 ай бұрын
Excellent show! Great explanation have you looked at the vtoman range? They're pumping out some budget priced units that pack a punch? I think it's worth putting it on your show.
@johnguertin25773 ай бұрын
Please review some Oupes. Including the Mega 2, Mega 5, and either the 1800 or the 2400.
@heart4Pahoa3 ай бұрын
Thanks for pointing out the poop so we don’t step in it.
@cyborgLT2 ай бұрын
its not poop. This noob doesnt even no how to turn on bluetooth which is pathetic. He is jus biased
@mauricelopez17453 ай бұрын
I think you have a faulty unit. My wifi and bluetooth works on the r1500, charges at 1400watts to 1600watts in my tests
@Bamabrute853 ай бұрын
Allpowers is an extremely shady company. They've been known to not hold up their end of the deal on some of their kickstarter campaigns. Their customer service has been non existent for me. F*ck them.
@baneverything55803 ай бұрын
Sounds like Bluetti.
@marcusabruce3 ай бұрын
I see you have the Bluetti EB240 at the top-right of your shelf. Did you ever review it? I have one and I'd love to watch you break one down.
@roncardiff66413 ай бұрын
Yes do the Pecron! I have the E600 and it’s awesome. Want to buy up a few levels. Love to hear what you think!
@JV-io3nn3 ай бұрын
The Anker C1000 is $600. Just spend the extra $100 and get a quality unit that won't fail you.
@philipparcel25483 ай бұрын
Father's day special is $499
@stedyone10903 ай бұрын
I saw a review and the Anker did not have the claimed amp hours. Just on one review 😮
@JV-io3nn3 ай бұрын
@@stedyone1090 If it’s only on one review, I wouldn’t be concerned with it. It’s a trustworthy name brand that’s been around for quite a while, unlike many of these fly by night component flippers. If I had to choose between any of the more recent contenders and an established brand, I’d take the established brand every time.
@simpolang3 ай бұрын
@@stedyone1090none of them do
@Factorydirectdesignersworkroom3 ай бұрын
I am very impressed with your review! It was enjoyable to watch and straight forward facts with a lot of research. I hope All Powers is watching!!!
@fowlman72542 ай бұрын
Have you ever heard of a brand called Forza Power Technologies? Just bout a 700w Portable Unit and the specs are quite impressive when compared to other competitors with same power
@baneverything55803 ай бұрын
The wireless charging on my Bluetti EB70 is just one of its many design disasters because it drains the battery overnight when using only a 3w DC load. So don`t expect the normal "all weekend" DC fridge test to be anything but a huge letdown. Running a 5w USB fan on low shouldn`t use up over 50ah in one night. Because of the wireless charging my pocket sized USB power brick has more capacity to power a fan than a power station costing 480 dollars more. What a feature!
@topcheese28893 ай бұрын
Bluetti is junk
@simonblooddevay2 ай бұрын
Thank you. Even at $500 it's a considered purchase for me & I'd have to save for it. I would have been mortified to buy this. This for me, is the great thing about Content Creators such as yourself & KZbin. Thanks again.
@Just_An_Idea_For_Consideration3 ай бұрын
I need to find which power stations, have the ability to turn on the AC outlets automatically, when only powered by solar panels, no grid access, no internet access. Such that if uses all of battery over night, and shuts down, once there is sufficient battery charge from solar the next sunny day, it will kick on the AC outlets, automatically on its own, without requiring any human interaction. Please provide links to power stations with this capability. thx
@Artur-sw8er2 ай бұрын
One feature that I can't find is a wired or wireless inverter on/off switch for easier control.
@steveday47972 ай бұрын
Just checked on Amazon UK, this unit works out at $907!!!
@BluuJourney2 ай бұрын
Bluetti ps72 is pretty decent I own it right now the only bad thing is it's only 700+ Watts. If you going on the road get something that's at least over 1,000 Watts
@davef.23293 ай бұрын
Sounds like the internal inverter is the biggest issue with this one, lack of BT commo notwithstanding. Thanks.
@enkhyy3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the test. Was this one a lemon or typical quality? Fail.
@SJVH12 ай бұрын
Review the Pecron E2000 LFP. Really good value for the cost. Nearly same price of R1500. More powerful.
@pmurphy126672 ай бұрын
Yeah all the other reviewers show it being.a much Better unit than what you tested
@peterdement3 ай бұрын
Consider reviewing the 2000w inverter + 280ah battery for $960 from Licitti.
@idied2Ай бұрын
Portable Power Station with Built-in Solar Panel vs renogy Phoenix elite. That would be something you could compare
@petewild27383 ай бұрын
Would love to see you review a vtoman flash speed 1500 👍
@michelleevans98693 ай бұрын
Wow nice honest review. Thanks
@JunLuzon3 ай бұрын
Yes, please review VTOMAN Flash 500. Relatively cheaper than EcoFlow and the only one I was able to afford. I used full charged VTOMAN Flash 500, charged my Kia EV6 with it and was able to extract 1.25kWh before it displayed 0% capacity. So around 80.7% efficiency, but probably more if used on something else than charging EV. The extra battery is kinda fishy though. I haven't seen it completely drained or recharge from zero. Even when completely drained, recharging it will display 50% starting point. Also, the extra battery will fail to recharge if the AC output is ON and there's active consumption, you need to kill the AC output first, wait for the extra battery to start recharging before turning ON the AC output again.
@JamesAmbrose483 ай бұрын
There’s that Patriot Supply power station advertised all over Facebook. People ask me about it and I tell them no KZbin promoter has done a review on it.
@mgerald1623 ай бұрын
I would also like to see a review of the Pecron E1500LFP. Looks like it has an expansion battery available.
@benwoudaАй бұрын
It might be 1500 watt on a 230v ac back over in the old country
@ingalway3 ай бұрын
When it says press and hold the bluetooth/wifi button it means on your phone, not on the power station. You also need to have location turned on. It confused me at first, I think it's poor translation.
@Bound4Earth2 ай бұрын
Buy cheap you get cheap, never go with the cheapest brand, unless it is thoroughly reviewed over years. They usually do not stand up, but mid range is great.
@SeauTАй бұрын
Good review. Thanks.
@matthewtaylor33013 ай бұрын
Than*
@iiPlay2Much2 ай бұрын
Its basically the Eco Flow Delta 2 that cost 29 dollars less...No thanks. Ill rather get the eco flow
@MYMUSICCHANNEL-db4ky3 ай бұрын
Some say shady company have 4 allpower batteries and 1 bluetti c70 had two blown allpowers relplaced on both occasion and even send a larger newer ones in place cannot ask for more all bought via ebay uk i can only give allpower 10 stars out of 10
@MYMUSICCHANNEL-db4ky3 ай бұрын
SECOND THRUTH using 400 watt panel charged in 40 min via uk 230V
@thatnthis10423 ай бұрын
I tried to watch but the abrupt zoom in and out did my head and eyes in........
@rogerjones2706Ай бұрын
How about a test on the SWAREY Portable Power Station S500 518Wh 230V/1000W
@arima44Ай бұрын
how about FREMO Portable Power Station X700,662Wh LiFePo4 Battery Solar Generator w/2 Upto 110V/1000W AC Outlet,DC 12V Car and USB Ports(Solar Panel Optional), Solar Generator for Home Use,Outdoor Camping,RVs
@JimmyG17763 ай бұрын
Thanks, I think ill just stick with my Eco-flow generators.
@CubbyTech2 ай бұрын
The problem is that '110v' was overused and became accepted as the actual voltage :(
@Curtis-i6oАй бұрын
I was thinking of getting one of these but there are too many numbers making it too complicated.
@tsengp711525 күн бұрын
Press and hold "DC" button for 3 seconds to enable WIFI.
@richardbiggs57917 күн бұрын
The Wi-Fi/Bluetooth is turned by a second ‘long press’ on the dc out button… The App has issues…
@bigdog79143 ай бұрын
Push the DC button 3 sec for wifi/bt
@JohnEnergy20122 ай бұрын
Wireless charging comes with losses though.
@truelionofhylia815227 күн бұрын
How 'bout Jason Hanson's portable grid idea? Is it all a scam, too?
@chrissmith-no3bo3 ай бұрын
Most stuff I charge I can do on the van battery. The only thing I need is to keep my mobile wheel chair charged up. I have fans lights that are solor themselves. I'm on disability I can't afford anything like that. What should I get for my chair.
@LeslieJordan3693 ай бұрын
Hi there!! I am huge on Ecoflow and Ankor products. A family member bought the X2 Powers X2-600 Power station yesterday for under $300 on sale fron Battery+ along with the solar panels, battery jump starter and inflator. I could not find any reviews or information on them except that the power station does use LifePO4. Any working stats would be appreciated. The family member couldnt even tell me if its pure sine wave or modified.
@LeslieJordan3693 ай бұрын
they have an x2-300 and x2-1500 model as well
@nicholaswilliams55873 ай бұрын
Try aferiy, they are great and cheap. I have lots of them.
@keithhawkins46413 ай бұрын
check out the OUPES 1800 Portable Power Station | 1800W 1488Wh. I have one of the bigger OUPES and like it.
@Reaperman47112 ай бұрын
108v is way better than I get from the wall here. 🤣
@jasonbroom71473 ай бұрын
Did you perform a .2C test to determine efficiency? That's the industry standard. Sounds like the fans aren't working correctly, if at all. Charging or discharging at or above the overall capacity of the battery is not good for longevity. I'm not saying this is a good product, but your testing could have been a lot better.
@mistertwo61133 ай бұрын
New to PowerStations. Do you ever evaluate Backup UPS units?
@FamilyFun3433 күн бұрын
How's it going you seem like you know what you're talking about so please answer this question for me my wife our two kids and I all live jn tents up in the mountains and I'm looking to invest my money into something reliable and that can keep us warm something I can plug in to an outlet to charge something that would last about 9-24 hr that also has solar charging as well to connect a panel if i wanted and expandable batteries. What would you recommend
@federicorodriguez58152 ай бұрын
What do recommend for running a 12 BTU Mini-Split AC and a frig which uses 115 volts and 3 amps & at least one or two light bulbs?
@LarryAllenTonar3 ай бұрын
Your Jakery link in the description points to a device you said "don't buy" in the video.
@andredeketeleastutecomplexАй бұрын
Haha 🤓
@demonhogo3 ай бұрын
We have different definitions for dirt cheap I think
@tubularguynine12 күн бұрын
Your channel must be doing pretty well for you to be able to use solar panels as a feature wall.
@TheSolarLab12 күн бұрын
That wall was there before we even filmed our first video! They are some older panels donated to us when we were first setting up the space!
@tubularguynine12 күн бұрын
@@TheSolarLab - Got’cha. Did you ever try holding the DC button down to turn on the Bluetooth?
@TheSolarLab11 күн бұрын
Sure did, did the same thing in the video going out today..
@cky1631002 ай бұрын
The app Works on mine and I have this same battery.
@tyitb60033 ай бұрын
You should test the fossibot f2400
@bdmenne27 күн бұрын
Thumb pic brought me here. Funny
@ngk3303 ай бұрын
review a pecron. Would be interesting to see
@connorsoneАй бұрын
so where is the link so i can buy your approvals as i know its not displayed here
@thomassmith33103 ай бұрын
They don’t have the expansion cords
@amrose2503 ай бұрын
Have you checked out the Bluetti?
@renyraiche-gregoire49213 ай бұрын
Did you try the Pecron E1500LFP? It's presently 759$ an I'm think it's a good alternative.
@christopherbouman1602 ай бұрын
I’m happy with mine.
@someoneelse76293 ай бұрын
Wireless charging is a dealbreaker for me, if it has wireless charging, I wont buy it, because they clearly don't know anything about efficiency if they include that. USB-C out is superior, you can hold and use your device while charging, and it charges my phone from almost 0 to 90 in half an hour, you can also charge laptops and other modern high power devices without running the inverter to a powerbrick.
@evelyny70372 ай бұрын
Hey, how about Ouikitel or FFPOWER?
@Firefly-1013 ай бұрын
This is confusing to me as I see a lot of negative reviews on both Eco Flow and Bluetti power stations. So much so that there are refurbished ones being sold a lot online. I mean are they not all from China on the internal components? The reviews of these things even the popular brands can really scare one away from buying an expensive brick. There is a brand that no one has really reviewed called EcoPlay 2400. It would be interesting to see what it does and whats in it?
@kevinbryan38603 ай бұрын
Either you don't know what your doing or you got a bad one. mine is fantastic. And to use the app or wifi you press and hold the dc power button to turn on Bluetooth. And it's run all my stuff with no issues. So I would say have another look before you comment as clearly your talking rubbish
@bigdog79143 ай бұрын
Concur
@FedericoCamaligan2 ай бұрын
Running something vs running efficiently and doing what it needs to do is different. You can plug a phone charger there and you would think it is fine. Its half the price which explains half the performance. Advertisement should just say 700wh instead of 1500 then again why would you buy one if its just the same price as a branded one. Hence the need to deceive people. But you do you. Go ahead and mess up your 120w stuff. Its a bigass powerbank. Thats it. App or not!no difference was made. 😂
@Totogita3 ай бұрын
This is still too expansive. Get a 100 ah DCHouse battery with usbc , USB and 12 volt DC out for 200, and and Vevo 2000 watts inverter for 176
@mrroye3 ай бұрын
Attention solo lab. I am a busker. And I would like to. Power my Super Reverb Deluxe. Amplifier at 45 watts. I was told I would need a sine wave Generator. Could you suggest a? Solar powered generator that. Would work well with that I will also be using a Boss Emmy 90 foot pedal at 12 volts. Iam hoping to get my playoing time to 6 hours.