FFpower 2000w LiFePO4 UPS Lithium Solar Generator Power Station Review

[@kevinw6282]

Compared to the Bluetti AC200P, I'd keep the $300 in my pocket and every time I have to plug it in to the wall smile that I'm not dinking around with a huge power brick. Thanks for doing these reviews. If it get monotonous and repetitive, I for one understand and am still glad you take the time to do these.

[@R2D2G7]

And also it will charge for under 2 hours, not 5 hours like bluetti!

[@RDuude]

I picked one of these up back in July for $1255.99 for my van build and couldn't be happier about it. Powers everything I need.

[@sflotr]

Same here. We have this unit and love it. It is smoking fast recharging from the grid. I love HT’s reviews because he does all the testing metrics. 1700watts grid + solar charging is no slouch. The price with discount code is awesome. 😊

[@RDuude]

@@sflotr Agreed, HT is so thorough with the testing and review!

[@junkerzn7312]

I really love my old CN505. The firmware has always been pretty good, in particular when operating in permanent settings as a UPS. I readily choose my older first-generation CN505 over the double-blasted GoLabs junk which decides to turn the AC off after a period of time for no reason. The firmware also works better than the Bluetti (EB55) with regards to handling power failures and droops. If the Bluetti decides to stop charging because (for example) the DC input goes out of bounds (but doesn't drop to zero), it doesn't start charging again, ever. Manual intervention is required. Its algorithm doesn't reset unless DC input cycles all the way down to 0V. The CN505, on the otherhand, recovers from power sags without requiring any intervention. The only issue with the CN505 was that it had 1st generation specs in terms of DC input ranges and output wattages... not their fault given how old the design is. I'm really glad you tested out of bound voltages and recovery on this new unit. It makes me want to go out and buy it to replace the Bluetti's that I have to baby along due to their poor firmwares. sub-10ms switching means that they are probably switching on the zero-crossing of the internal inverter which is required when switching between two AC sources that are not phase-synchronized. 60hz = 16.6mS duty cycle with two zero-crossings. So each zero-crossing is 8.3mS. Then it comes down to the relay switch time which the firmware has to lead a little. So this firmware appears to be quite smart, which I really like. Also happy about your mentioning the fan use and noise. The Bluetti and the GoLabs are terrible... the fan is either off or it is on and noisy, with nothing in the middle. And also really happy about 13.6V DC output. That's awesome. It is exactly what it should be whereas the GoLabs output is too low at 12.3V. The GoLabs can't drive many devices (let alone at sufficient power) because the output voltage is too low and often drops below the cut-off voltage of the devices plugged into it. Damn.... I love this FFPOWER review. Ok, the capacity isn't the best. But damn it... everything else is perfect. It takes care of everything without any of the quirks of the Bluetti or the GoLabs. If I had any complaint about missing features at all on the P2001, it's that the AC charger doesn't have the ability to charge at a lower rate... so I can't put two of these on the same house circuit (for example) because they could blow the breaker if they both tried to charge at the same time. -Matt

[@marys.8552]

Went to FF site through your video and got free shipping and paid 992.68. This will be great for emergency situations or remote work sites! Love your videos and have watched for two or 3 years.

[@user--PM]

I bought my FFPower P2001 when Jasonoid got his. The first unit I received failed to stay on, and was returned. The second unit I was told I could keep incorrectly, and I modified it making the fans stay on all the time, which kept the unit from shutting off. But customer service wanted the power station back so I shipped my second unit back as well. About a month later they sent me the second power station back repaired, and I haven't had any trouble since. The fans are indeed very quiet, it has temp probes on the heatsinks to measure the temp, and if it's cool enough, the fans aren't even running. On the other hand if you are pulling a lot of watts and you are outside on a summer day, the fans can crank up much louder. It may have 2000wh of cells, but they must have a low efficiency conversion or higher reserve. As such I treat this as a 1500wh station. With the promo code it makes it attractive.

[@parkerazz4385]

I always enjoy the testing. Makes it easy to understand battery capacity and out put.

[@seeker32084]

Bought this last month. arrived with 40% charge. It charged quickly to 100% using electric plug (110). I ran a tv (55") for 12 hours and still had over 60%. I plugged in a rice cooker and ran it to 0%. Then charged it to 100% in just under 2 hours at 1100 watts.. I shut it off completely (hold power button 3+seconds) let it sit for a week and still at 100%. I read somewhere on the internet that it is not good to store at 100% , so I discharged it to 75%. ... Hope this helps. I recommend it for the price and # of cycles it will allow. (I paid $1350 on Amazon + Tax).

[@candidcapture]

Your review presentations are super informative and well done! Thank you for all your efforts and keep up the great work!

[@nathanborders1716]

Runs a standard house refrigerator for 24 hours, a UPS feature, 5 year warranty, and lower cost. I like it. When the electricity from TVA stops, would like to change it from my multi-fuel generator for about 4 hours and run the rest of the day with the FFPower. Thanks for the review! Are there any other 2k watt solar generators out there with the UPS feature? Thanks

[@latymz]

Yeah quite a few. AC 200p by Bluetti along with Ecoflow to name a few. It's becoming a standard at this point.

[@trumpingtonfanhurst694]

It's output capacity takes it down to almost a 1500, which is where it's priced. Nice inverter, and good UPS is always a plus.

[@clarencewiles963]

Over voltage is fantastic. The fact that if your on the edge of maxed out you don’t destroy it. And it comes back on. Thanks again for your detailed information. Your work has been the reason manufacturing has improved. Test, test, and report. Even the Morris Code.

[@macmcleod1188]

Was happy to see an *appropriate* Bluetti battery ad on the channel. It was actually interested and I was interested in it. Most ads, I just watch the countdown button til the skip ad button appears. I watched the entire bluetti ad, then clicked the link.

[@susanstrickland6774]

Smart and humorous. Always a great, honest review. Great buy, especially with your discount. Odin is precious. 🙂👍

[@baconwhiskey821]

Great review Professor! It seems like a well featured sogen. Seizure mode lighting.. hilarious 😂

[@vanmasterflash7153]

Love your videos hobo. Warranty doesn’t mean much when companies like these guys open shop then fold in less than 5 years.

[@donhyatt8034]

Bluetti will give you 2 years…5 years is a strong statement of quality. I bet FF power will be around for 2 years and many other companies have rebranded this exact unit with 2 year warranty. I like 1100 watt charging without a brick as my generator will only need to run 1/2 the time if it was raining all day.

[@Cue881]

I bought one of these last year and I love it. I just bought another one. The Okitel appears to be the same exact unit.

[@Sylvain3342]

One thing that I think must be with the feature UPS is; to lower the state of charge to 50% or 60% for long time usage. LiFePO4 or NMC battery would be happy to stay at that SOC.

[@tigrenoir17]

Never heard about this brand before, but I must admit this model is really interesting for the price, and for the UPS function. I'm looking to buy a pellet stove, but I know these thing needs a bit of electricity to run. I found it can use from 30W per hour to 1Kw a day. So, with this solar generator and it UPS function, I'll be able to keep my house warm in case of power outage. So it mean it will be enough for most of the power outage we have during winter where I live. And the weight will allow it to use it for camping and drone day trip. If I remind, the Bluetti AC200Max doesn't have an UPS ?

[@GarethZoeWildcamps]

You mention the 12 volt output is regulated at 13.1v but then show it dropping to 11.7 volts. A regulated output means it should stay at the same voltage. This unit therefore does not have a regulated 12 volt output. Some appliances (like a diesel heater) will shut down if the voltage drops below 12v. Just something to bare in mind if using this for a camper van.

[@terryrodbourn2793]

Msn do I enjoy your de.ivy on these power stations! You hit the capability right on schedule!

[@WWarthog798]

Looks like the display on this unit is MUCH better than on the "Bluetti", whose display is pretty much unreadable in a higher light environment (like my living room...).

[@teslacybertruck750]

I just ordered one, with a 300w solar panel for around 1,300. I dont mind if the battery capacity is below average, the 3500 cycles it offers is incredible, that is nearly 10 years of Daily use.

[@jdollar5852]

A 5 year warranty from a fly-by-night company is a waste of good paper. They'll change their name in a year. I am buying the 4pack of Renogy 320 watt panels and will use your code. They're going on my barn to charge batteries and keep my so-gens charged.

[@traveldreamer4616]

Great review. I enjoy watching. Very informative.

[@SmoochieMcgoo]

The best use case I think is for weekend warriors, but when not being used in that function, it functions perfectly as a UPS. Even though this thing is far from perfect, that price + UPS + capacity is perfect not for peppers, but for normal people. This is specced perfectly for anyone that wants backup power for a residential fridge, a residential chest freezer, or for a home office. I hope you continue working with this company. I am curious to see what they will offer next. If this is their first official product after the 2020 "issues", I am willing to bet they'll only move up from here.

[@windsurfertx1]

I appreciate your quality reviews. Good Job! Why are the actual kWh capability so much less than the advertised capacity? they all seem to be that way.

[@HOBOTECH]

Because there is always a loss when converting electricity.

[@woppini]

Great review as always! I do wonder if the company will be around for the 5 year warranty. Bluetti although more, might be a more stable company in the long run. Who knows... this unit though is on my radar.

[@Bacnow]

Great points! It’s on the outer ranges of my radar! I love that the enclosed batteries are getting better while price points are becoming more affordable!

[@staffordgarland9226]

Kinda hilarious that you have a willing FF to double Fist.

[@Banagal]

Interesting for sure. I already own a 2000W so I'll pass for now. The price is great! Thanks for the review.

[@luidiaz118]

Hi ,Hobo I like to thank you for introducing me to solar generators, I bought a ep500 bluetti From indiegogo last year ,4 weeks ago the screen stopped working I contacted them for warranty and asked me to send it back so I did they received it 2 weeks ago but don’t answer my emails and I don’t know if they are going to send me a replacement their customer service is really bad I’m starting to think I lost my $ 3,200 I paid, please advise.

[@donwalker3683]

And - he’s got the best theme music on KZbin… Thanks for your stellar presentations!

[@captaincurt3180]

Tom, are we going to see the new RV buildout in a video?!

[@HOBOTECH]

Probably

[@SeauT]

Thx for the great review.

[@DesmondNoel]

Wow I love it just more battery capacity and it's world best and may 120 volts

[@thomasyung9162]

Please post videos of your new RV’s electrical system.

[@michaelwilson2497]

Does this allow pass thru usage while charging?

[@g-whiz286]

I wonder what would happen if one tried to charge the FFpower (1100 Watts max) with the ALPS propane generator (rated for 1000 Watts). Would the generator go into overload and shut down or would it just charge this unit at 1000 Watts instead of 1100 Watts? It would be sweet if I could run the generator for just a couple hours to fully recharge the FFpower.

[@molonewolf9336]

Does the 12v cig plug still cut power off after a certain time under low voltage like a running 12v fridge/ freezer?

[@Wijkkie]

The VDL HS2000 or Aferiy 2000 is the same.

[@danbanh3092]

Can you tell me if you leave the solar charging cable in with the unit off and the sun comes up in the morning slowly, at very low voltage, does it start to make a clicking sound and the power button flash until you push it to turn it on before it starts to charge? And in the late afternoon when there isn't enough voltage going in, it beeps and clicks until you unplug the Anderson charging cable. I'm using the Oukitel P2001 version of this and that's what it's doing. It is not convenient that I have to be there turning on and unplugging the cable every time. Thank you.

[@peacefulprepper2402]

Excellent review.

[@powertrader1]

BAHAHAHAHAH the ending theme song! Cheers!!!!

[@ronbotex]

Given the poor capacity test at 71%, you are essentially buying a 1500wh power station. There are better options out there. The cost per wh for the ACTUAL watt hour capacity is not great. Pecron E2000LFP a better choice.

[@sonniecheeba3998]

Hi Hobo, how does this compare to the Pecron E2000lfp? I don't think the Bluetti is even worth looking at anymore.

[@johnwilliams6958]

Bad news for me. Purchased for sump pump UPS. Unfortunately UPS only allows 1100 watts. Not expected since is 2000 watts on battery. When plugged in to AC you can only use 1100 watts. Please add high wattage UPS test. And test wattage when on AC power in your reviews?

[@FarrellMcGovern]

Looks like a great budget option...and do I detect a fan of Steve Wallis' channel? I think I do. :-)

[@Aranimda]

I'm looking for a quality LiFePO4 AC power station that is designed to be permanently used as UPS for PC equipment. It must have 230v true sine-wave output. I was interested in the EcoFlow Delta / Delta II but they do not really back their UPS functionality for PC/server use. Switching time is too slow for that. I'm currently using an APC Smart-UPS 1500 with lead-acid batteries. It works fine as UPS but battery capacity is very limited. A good AC (solar) power station with LiFePO4 batteries can run a beefy PC for many hours.

[@HOBOTECH]

Do what I do. Run a Sogen before the real UPS. When the power goes out the Sogen will keep running the ups until the battery dies. Switching speed won't matter.

[@ericklein5097]

Can anyone tell me why the DC conversion is so bad? Are they using a 4S LiFeP04 battery that will end up being boosted almost right away since the pack settles at 3.4*4=13.6V which is the regulated voltage out of the outlets? Would the USB-C PD output be even worse since the 100W PD outlets are boosting the pack up to 20V? I tinker with electronics, 18650's, powerbanks and USB-C PD and I don't think my DC DC converters perform this bad. I'm guessing Hobo needs to pulls the cells out and test them to see if they are B grade/used/not what they should be.These should be roughly 80Ah cells correct?

[@ericklein5097]

@GeeKIller Where did you see 51.2V? The DC Outputs are all regulated at 13.6V so you wont see battery voltage through them.

[@ericklein5097]

@GeeKIller yep the larger the difference between input and output the lower the efficiency and that inefficiency is turned into heat. Good buck converters can max out realistically at 97% and often perform around 92% but whatever they are using is terrible to be so far under Most power stations of that size are 7S Lithium Ion or 8S LFP or some variant of 48V. (12, 13, 14S Lithium Ion, 15,16S LFP)kdfbs.

[@R2D2G7]

Very good review! By the way, how do you think should this station be upraded by hand by adding bypass ground(PE), from input socket to output sockets? There is even some preparetion fot this inside, but it isn't done.

[@henryrooyakkers8510]

It's really impressive but 71 % efficiency ?

[@markkepley4131]

Which would you pick? Pecron E2000LFP or the FFpower 2000w LiFePO4?

[@astrobob9432]

Any chance you could review something other than a PPS, just for a change? Love your stuff.

[@HOBOTECH]

I literally just reviewed a battery and I've recently reviewed refrigerators. What else should I review?

[@nomaddavestinyhomes2363]

Looked on your site and I can't seem to find it have you done anything with super capacitor batteries

[@StellanLarsson]

Thank you sur! Can it be charget vid DC power from a wind turbine? I am looking at one from VEVOR.

[@VernonWallace]

What type solar panels do you recommend for max charging? Thank you

[@Xbot4Life]

is it safe to drain this to 0% and did you test the power drain when you activate the AC/plug (by pressing the mains button) without anything plugged in. Mine has a power draw and seems to be around 20w which is ridiculous.

[@fengyuan8487]

Can this power station run a portable AC?

[@jimhager8583]

Hobo does anyone make a unit without all the USB ports? Looking for only ac plugs and cigarette plug

[@Yukonjackman1]

@Hobotech any thought why my ecoflow delta 1000 would. Not. Have 12 volt output or USB power

[@americanpatriot3915]

Bro I could watch you all day You are the best guy out there doing the most thorough tests How’s Odin My orange tiger skinny I took off my you tube pic to put the Eagle up I got over the mountains in my yard goes wild when he sees him on tv He hits the screen What the hell is your background I’d be curious how my Marshall distorts What do play I’ve got a 58’ Gibson Les Paul reissue PAGES’ number one People think it’s his 59’ but absolutely not It’s his 58’ The 59’ came from JOE Walsh

[@douglaswindsor120]

Everytime a new solar generator comes out I watch them hoping for something that I can power my house with and without the ability to add extra battery capacity and the ability to join together two unit's for 240.volts between them it's proff says not designed for whole house off grid so looks like I'll have to build my own

[@HOBOTECH]

You mean like the whole house 240v models I reviewed on hobotech.tv ?

[@douglaswindsor120]

@@HOBOTECH yes my whole house and I need to do it for around 2 thousand dollars I started setting up for solar about 20 years ago bought myself an inverter and 2 40 watt panels but it's didn't work out but I kept the 1750 watt modified sine wave inverter latter on I got given a 2nd one later on I bought a 75 watt panel with solar charge controller about 4 years ago I recommended my brother buy one for his moterhome to run his TV and microwave at that time I decided to go solar and I bought 2 big cat batteries 2 100 watt panels & a 30 amp pwm solar charge controller then I found utube and found out that the 3 modified sine wave inverters I own are bad for electronics and I should have bought a mppt solar charge controller so I started looking at solar generators I found 2 in my price range both sold at big box stores so no sky-high shipping Charges being as the the one was modified sine wave I ruled it out but one reviewer had a solution to use a lc1800 from triplite and I thought great at under a hundred dollars it would take my 1750 modified sine wave inverter to pure and I found it online it was 140$ Canadian not bad but when they added shipping almost 400$ I cancelled the other one had a 2000 watt pure sine wave inverter it would have been a good starter unit for under 2000$ if came with 2 extra batteries and a windcharger controller I thought great but in checking it out the reviews were excellent unfortunately the reviews were by preppers and all they cared about was they worked when bought not wether they were good good thing I had found utube as I had found out proper charging for for sealed lead acid batteries at first I thought the RVER were wrong after all the manufacturer should know proper charging parameters for sealed lead acid batteries but I had my old black and decker handy so I opened it up to find the battery manufacturer so I could check out their website for what they said the proper charging parameters were but written right on the battery was do not discharge below 12.2 float charge is 13.4 and full charge is 14.8 and on the built in charger was output 12 volts so it the RVER were right so I checked out what nature's generator had for charging parameters and found that it was charged to 12 volts so it was out as well I had hoped that one of you would big four reviewers would do a proper review of nature's generator but because it's sealed lead acid battery no one will review it but what no one realizes is that nature's generator if it had proper charging parameters and if the inverter is good in the five to 10 years it would last a person could save enough money to buy a good unit and if it had a good mppt programmable for all battery types it would be a great starter unit when the battery dies it could be replaced with lithium now if l can find a good 2000 watt purre siine inverter it'll do me the reson I'd like one that's able to be paired with another for 240.volts is almost all the heat pump water heater and heat pump dryer are 220 but it's looking like I'm going straight 120 and staying with as in Alberta Canada if we go solar unless we cut the grid it won't pay for itself so I'm starting with the conversion process first will be to switch all my lights to 12 volt DC led and get the cigarette lighter plug for our cpap machines next step will be to convert my fridge and freezer to run on 12volts DC for the cold winter months then go to inverter for my pump and furnace

[@HOBOTECH]

@@douglaswindsor120 You can't do whole house for $2k. Not even close. If that's your budget get one of those Harbor Freight gas generators that sound like a jet taking off.

[@douglaswindsor120]

@@HOBOTECH so are you saying 2000watts won't power a fridge freezer or dryer motor I could run my furnace with a 1750 Watt modified sine Wave inverter I've also run my compressor with it and neither my fridge or freezer takes as much power as my compressor does and why is everyone singing the praises of these 2000 watt solar generator and saying they're great for backup for a fridge or freezer if 2000 watts won't power them but I guess I'm on my own I consult with my neighbor down the block as he cut the grid and Powers his whole house with 3 100 Watt panels and a 400 watt wind charger I know he probably uses sealed lead acid batteries and uses a smaller modified sine wave inverter to power his furnace I've seen his solar panels and his wind charger but never went further on the rest of the system he has but still don't see why people need so much power to run a fridge freezer dryer and furnace I always thought that when you go solar you stop wasting energy LED products for lighting and getting rid of the high power units like electric stove dryer and hot water tank all mine are gas so why dose it take so much power to run a fridge freezer furnace and washer

[@seasmi]

How many watts it drains in standby mode? Turned on but without any loads or any inputs.

[@derekio]

Something i wish you would test is the low power auto shutdown. Im fairly new to these things and perhaps im missing something. But on most of these, they auto shutdown if not using 1w on dc or 3-5 on ac. While i get the reasoning, it does no good if you are running your whole camper off these. Go to turn on a light at night...nope..you have to go turn the box on first. Or..a cpap on ac. Is there a workaround? Besides just leaving something on

[@douglaswindsor120]

Why would you ever use AC to power a cpap machine what brand do you have that runs on 120 I've had two different brands and both use a power brick to change from 120 volts AC to 12 volts DC so when I go solar I'm buying a 12 volt plug

[@cpoul]

How is customer service? What is the inverter draw when idle?

[@itzelli]

Not bad.

[@Ozem_Israel]

Is that xt60 out enough to start the diesel heater?

[@RemoGaggi]

Does anyone know if this will stay on when hooked up to a DC fridge that cycles on an off?

[@davidniquot6423]

How come the DC got less capacity then the AC test .. it's non sense ... DO THEY use AC=>DC to power the 12V dc output ? That would be so stupid.... A DC-DC converter (48V->12V ) would be something like 95% efficient.

[@Aviv]

Thanks for saving us from this inefficient unit. I wonder if there are actually fewer cells inside than advertised.

[@FJMJR]

Stupid question but will this be able to run my tv cable box and router For a good amount of time ?

[@FurrBeard]

A big HURRAH for more power stations using XT60 or Anderson connectors for DC input and output! I personally prefer XT60, but Anderson is way better than some of the weird connectors out there. It's just too bad they used the wrong gender XT60 on this model - for a power output, that should be the female XT60.

[@markmonroe7330]

Agree. Would like to see outlets that do more than 10 amps though. And more specially more than 10 amps across all of the outlets as most seem to be restricted to the entire group.

[@niktak1114]

I personally strongly prefer Anderson connectors. Solder connectors are a bit amateurish. Someone needs to release a crimp type XT60 and XT90.

[@FurrBeard]

@@niktak1114 I prefer unquestionably polarized DC connectors, hence my preference for XT60. But either is superior to the commonly used barrel plug. I just wish that since they are using a gendered connector... that they had used the right one!

[@JimMcPartland]

Do you think the numbers will improve with time??

[@HOBOTECH]

This doesn't have a way to update the firmware so no.

[@gnothiseauton8684]

Can this be used in uk for residential freezer please

[@thetoolmat8632]

States need to make these TAX FREE - anything to help its citizens in times of need. The offset of no tax means more people can afford them and will take advantage of this tech. And could possibly mean less drain on resources when the need arises.

[@HOBOTECH]

Buy direct. I don't think they charge tax.

[@Texasprepper]

Reviews claim ac power shuts off randomly for no reason overnight.....does it still do this?

[@lighto999]

Whats the max Amps it can charge? Can i use a 50A DCDC car charger from Redarc?

[@HOBOTECH]

I show in the testing 10A

[@vandela177]

Where can I get a turntable like the one you have here?

[@HOBOTECH]

My Amazon page

[@vandela177]

@@HOBOTECH Thanks found it and done

[@tonymodesto1691]

I bought it. Can you offer me a solar power solution?

[@HOBOTECH]

hobotech.tv/amazon

[@robertdconner]

Wish capacity was better. Why would you buy this over the AC200? Isn’t price the same?

[@HOBOTECH]

AC200P is $1599

[@robertdconner]

@@HOBOTECH At the moment but Bluetti had a sale two weeks ago for $1299. Black Friday deals likely incoming. Seems like if I can get the AC200P with more features I’m not sure what their advantage is here.

[@ryanr8979]

Hay do u have any extra stuff u might wona give away to poor ppl like me ide make a video on it if u do

[@soonerjhtravels]

Good review but it amazes me that these things are getting bigger and bigger, at 48# it takes a lot of "portability" away, at least for older people.

[@clarencewiles963]

You’re correct on bigger but we still have the smaller one available. The thing is the improvements are being picked up by the smaller ones as well. Looking at your needs and portable. You make a great point. Maybe the next improvements will be battery 🔋 size and weight.

[@soonerjhtravels]

@@clarencewiles963 Im not complaining, just saying in general how they have gotten so much bigger, Im sure this one would be great to have and can power anything you need! Yes, a smaller size would be nice bc it is packed with features

[@clarencewiles963]

@@soonerjhtravels no you are not complaining. But looking for portable, and useful. That’s also why we see additional batteries to even bigger systems.

[@HOBOTECH]

Folks scream for LiFePO4 batteries then complain about the weight. This is why Jackery is still doing NMC.

[@debbiedogs1]

@@soonerjhtravels - I now have several Bluetti EB3A units, often going for just $240. Easy to carry, 600W, quite fast charging with a 200W solar panel (I have a Bluetti 200W panel and an AllPowers 200W polycrystalline panel that does quite well and was about half the price), so I charge up the EB3A units and carry them in to the Oupes 1800W running my fridge and charge up the Oupes from these little guys!! So far so good doing it that way instead of hauling the big unit outside to charge via solar.

[@s.i.m.c.a]

the only downside is that this thing doesn't have 220v output version ......

[@michellelaclair]

I AM YELLING OUT TO ANYONE WHO KNOWS WHAT 12 VOLT APPLIANCE I CAN POWER USING THE XT60 PORT(THAT IS ON FRONT)

[@farside87]

There are not too many power stations that I actually like because of price, characteristics, statistics, weight, wattage output, etc. However, this one has about everything that I am interested in. I think FFpower has done it right. The efficiency may be a little low, but it's possible that FFpower just got some bad 42ah LiFePo4 cells. And, after this review, they may even go back and correct the issue. Otherwise this is just a cheap power station that barely cuts the mustard. I'll wait for the update.

[@molivil]

You shouldn't be commending small new brands for long warranties. If they are known for changing names, rebranding, then what makes you trust they will honor warranty, or even be around for that long?

[@ageloschajikos21]

If you have this device and another battery of another brand, can it not be extended by connecting the two batteries to charge one through the 12v from the input for the car?

[@jd.3493]

Can you hook this up to multiple solar panels in a series or just one?

[@debbiedogs1]

You would use more than one, I am reading about the specs on Amazon and they say any solar panel, 24-48V, but they recommend 2 panels that are 200 watt panels. I am sure the manual gives more info. The FFPower site is having a special RIGHT NOW for a couple more days, price is $999!!

[@debbiedogs1]

And - just read a question on the Amazon site about the solar panels, here is the answer. " The voltage of the solar panel is between 18V-48V(18-30V/10A，30-48V/15A), which can be used to charge FFpower 2000W. For example, if you have 2*100W/22V solar panels, connecting them in series can be compatible with our P2001 and charge the P2001 with 200W. If you have 2 solar panels that are 200W but 38V, you can connect them in parallel so that they will charge the P2001 with 400W but the open voltage will remain at 38V and not exceed 48V."

[@michellelaclair]

@@debbiedogs1 Mine arrives tommoorrooww!! i also got a 50dollar coupon!!!

[@Drmikekuna]

Great review, as usual. Thanks so much for providing useful information. I have been a part-time van dweller for the last 4 years and depend on a mid-size power station to run my life. when possible I'm all-electric (induction hotplate, mini-electric pressure cooker, dorm microwave) and I'm much more interested in a good inverter than a lot of bling features. This sounds like a great value (especially with your discount). Sadly, I'm disappointed with the mediocre capacity tests. I think the fast AC charging is great, and I can only fit 400 watts of solar on my roof, bo I'm not bothered by the 500-watt solar limit.

[@macmcleod1188]

That is getting darn cheap. Very nice for disasters combined with 400 w of solar panels ($320 to $440).

[@bootmender]

If you ever decide to move to Roswell I am coming to get you with a straight jacket. 🤪👍👏👏👏💥👍

[@alfabsc]

Thanks for your excellent review. I bought a P2001 with a different brand name two weeks ago. I really needed the UPS feature to keep our refrigerator running when the power goes off. I tested it and after 3 hours the battery was 80%. This is a normal sized fridge-freezer. Looks like the battery will keep up for 10+ hours. The only complaint I have is the 50 pound weight. I like the storage in the top.

[@clarencewiles963]

Remember your buying battery also. The more battery the more $$$. That why we see cost per watts given.

[@edwinmedina4338]

What is UPS feature? Sorry I'm learning myself because I want one for daily use to replace my 1880w gas generator

[@alfabsc]

@@edwinmedina4338 UPS stands for Uninterruptible Power Supply. My refrigerator doesn't lose power when line power goes down. My guess is we can keep the refrigerator going for 10-12 hours.

[@Stonehombre1]

I just bought this EXACT generator for $950 including the $50 coupon. This is an excellent generator.

[@shanewitty1309]

Thanks for the review. I picked one up for my camp up north and powered my frig, oil heater 750w and all my devices. Impressive!

[@RickMidds]

Hey HOBOTECH, Love your videos and I am a subscriber. Is there any way you can do a video on “ How to Use an Ebike Battery to Help Power a Solar Power Station” ? To explain what I am requesting is: I just purchased a Bluetti EB3A..Thanks to your review.😉👍 I wanted to use one of my Reention Dorado 48v 21ah Ebike batteries to extend the electrical output of the EB3A powering it through the 12v solar port. Is this possible? I couldn’t find anyone on KZbin that has done this but there are plenty of videos on how to charge an Ebike battery with solar using a buck converter which you didn’t recommend in one of your video’s and I’m not interested in doing.

[@brentmitchel3167]

Watts per hour is a deal breaker. I really wished companies would be honest about the most important feature smh

[@briancook6158]

That's a really impressive system for the price!

[@jpmackin]

Next time could you please show us how it would plug into a van? Perhaps a Sprinter…

[@LL-ly6fu]

Can anyone help me? I can’t get output to run anything. It’s brand new. Fully Charged! Light comes on.

[@tjava2338]

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[@markcosens1]

There appears to be a few companies rebranding and selling this product, apheriy, oukitel to name just 2. I wonder who actually makes it and how good the 5 year warranty actually is?

[@weswalker1208]

Great review Tom. Looks like a pretty solid budget minded rig. But how long will it Flash on extraterrestrial mode? Looking forward to January to see the new RV.