BLUETTI AC300: bit.ly/3mANyI1 [--discount codes below!--] BATTERY RETEST: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJnZgKVmnKyEa80 //-AC300 & B300 Deals-// B300 (solo) Use code HOBOB300 bit.ly/3hyROWi AC300+B300 (review bundle) Use code HOBOAC3001B bit.ly/398DDm1 AC300+2xB300 Use code HOBOAC3002B bit.ly/3Aq3OAs AC300+2xB300+3xPV200 Use code HOBOAC300COMBO2 bit.ly/3tJHFuD 2xAC300+2xB300+P030A 9 Use code HOBOAC300COMBO1 bit.ly/3lpWoXU AC300+4xB300 Use code HOBOAC3004B bit.ly/3tVd1Pb 2xAC300+4xB300+P030A Use code HOBOAC300COMBO3 bit.ly/2Xmd8XL 2xAC300+4xB300+6xPV200+P030A Use code HOBOAC300COMBO4 bit.ly/2XmDDfp //-AC200Max & B230 Deals-// B230 (solo) Use code HOBOB230 bit.ly/3EiO4Sk AC200MAX Use code HOBO200MAX bit.ly/3EiOBni AC200Max+B2309 Use code HOBOMAXB230 bit.ly/3znZzEB AC200Max+3PV200 Use code HOBOMAX3PV2000 bit.ly/39b8lLs AC200Max+2*B230 (review bundle) Use code HOBOMAX2B230 bit.ly/3k9D7ue AC200Max+2*B230+3*PV200 Use code HOBOMAXCOMBO bit.ly/3kb2A6w //-Accessory Deals-// DC Charging Enhanncer(D050S) Use code HOBOENHANCER bit.ly/2Xs3mnd Fusion Box Pro(P030A) Use code HOBOFUSION bit.ly/3AcUQqs PV voltage step down module(D300S) Use code HOBOD300S bit.ly/3nByuv1 D050S+3*PV200+B230 Use code HOBOENHCOMBO1 bit.ly/3nzNKJ9 D050S+3*PV200+B300 Use code HOBOENHCOMBO2 bit.ly/2XhAuh1
@MotoMatt4183 жыл бұрын
What time zone? The 200 Max shows sold out.
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
7pm Pacific ... in about 40 minutes.
@ezdoesit22203 жыл бұрын
I’m camped out on the site, everything says sold out.
@meck26583 жыл бұрын
Using Tom’s codes we received such a generous discount above and beyond the discount they’re offering. Thank you Tom!
@infrangibles47323 жыл бұрын
YAY I got the B300 combo and saved a bunch with your code. Thanks Prof! I'm buying you a coffee!
@NHJDT3 жыл бұрын
I have the ac200 and during the texas freeze last year with rolling power outages, we plugged all the internet equipment into the bluetti and my husband was able to work the entire week. I was even able use my induction cooktop and kettle. It paid for itself in a couple days. I had 5 100watt solar panels plugged into it
@oldseer76103 жыл бұрын
Impossible it's just a lithium battery set.
@MrSupernova1113 жыл бұрын
What did you guys do for heat during that week?
@NHJDT3 жыл бұрын
@@MrSupernova111 we had a wood burning fireplace
@NHJDT3 жыл бұрын
@@oldseer7610 why would i lie?
@MrSupernova1113 жыл бұрын
@@NHJDT. thanks!
@billbradley24803 жыл бұрын
Bluetti products are awesome. I’ve been using my AC200 for a yr 24/7 and it works great. I have 15,000WH of LiFePo4 extra battery storage.
@biehpham83233 жыл бұрын
Video?
@op89953 жыл бұрын
Whoa! Yes, as the other poster requested. Video please!
@billbradley24803 жыл бұрын
@@op8995 sorry I don’t post videos. I watched a bunch of Will Prowse videos and others. Ordered LiFePo4 batteries and made several 48v storage batteries. Anyone can do that. I use 6 BougeRV 180w PV panels. I have them set up so I can manually aim them at the sun. Over paneling works great for cloudy days.
@op89953 жыл бұрын
@@billbradley2480 oh I see. Did you enable that battery bank to be fed to the AC200 or does it have its own charge controller and inverter? I saw another channel where a guy create a battery pack from scratch and connected it to the AC200. That is for the info.
@billbradley24803 жыл бұрын
@@op8995 I made 5 separate 48v batteries with BMS’s. I put them on carts with wheels. I wired them to plug into the solar panel plug. So when there’s no solar power coming in I plug one in. One can charge the AC200 1 1/4 times. 3000 WH each.
@tk722319683 жыл бұрын
I saw your comment over on Will Prowse's video on trying to duplicate these results...THANK YOU for doing independent tests and collaborating on your results...this is great for consumers. WTG Hobotech! 👍
@Nostrildomus Жыл бұрын
My father was an engineer . He worked on solar panel projects in the fifty's and sixty's . He said it was promising then and we kept on until it was lost in Chinese trade agreements . He when charging used two lines , a twenty amp with fifteen amp kicker line switched in together and after twenty seconds listening for all the relays kick up turn the fifteen amp supply off running on just the twenty amp line . Kind of like you cheating the inverter . The digital controls circuits are much cleaner in operation . Untold savings over the years of use and improvements . Thanks for keeping us up to speed Dad .
@dino33ca3 жыл бұрын
Incredible generator, Incredible review, can someone spot me 4K lol... I'm watching your vids on a computer and monitor being powered by the EB70 and it's working great. Running around 70 watts. Very happy with this generator. Thanks for reviewing the EB70!
@dennismcatee13132 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@williameddy72173 жыл бұрын
You make great videos for those of us who aren't to sharp when it comes to technology.... Awesome!
@ThekiBoran3 жыл бұрын
I'm reasonably smart but when it comes to electricity I'm a volt dolt. I just don't get it.
@rnunezc.45753 жыл бұрын
That's the off grid power rig for Apocalypse....in fact, Bluetti should name that set Apocalypse ultimate hobotech power...:)
@richardharris82733 жыл бұрын
This video made me feel 20 years younger... back when I would be looking at guitar amp stacks... time sure does funny things with a man's priorities.
@Ari-pw6nu3 жыл бұрын
Haha! Exactly, right?!? Never would've thought a battery was the "raddest thing I've ever seen!".
@michaeledge89053 жыл бұрын
It’s always been a good idea to sit back and watch new type products develop and prove themselves aswell. Then if your more patient the price usually drops.
@joebuck44963 жыл бұрын
This is better to sit on the sidelines and wait & watch compared to the EB500. 80 lb pieces are much better than an all inclusive 170 lb unit.
@johnvistawall97223 жыл бұрын
Hobotech, thanks for your effort in reviewing this unit! It is a promising unit. Looks better than the infamous Ecoflow delta pro. Maybe less efficienct, one advantage is that one can return it for repairs rather than sending the whole thing.
@zealforhumnity2 жыл бұрын
A+ work! Your getting very popular for good reason! May your channel thrive!
@mikewazowski20403 жыл бұрын
882Wh in that small bundle? I am very impressed. Looks pretty light also.
@Da1Prophessor3 жыл бұрын
I’ve just ordered two of these for two phase connection to my home backup system….👍🏽 prefer solar over my gas generator….
@joebuck44963 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome. Did you get it yet?
@jtr823693 жыл бұрын
That setup is amazing, of course expensive but that charge time though.
@patrickoshea Жыл бұрын
While the latest Bluettis offering 240V inverters give me some buyer's remorse, Bluetti has been quick and helpful with refunding the difference when better deal showed up shortly after I bought an AC300/B300 system, and just this week gave me solid support troubleshooting what looked to be a dead AC300, and got me back up and running. Thanks for giving a solid review to help with the decision!
@everymandan41763 жыл бұрын
Info on when it goes on sale is listed in the video @ 30:12; IT'S NOT SOLD OUT, yet. Edit; Tom makes the mistake of saying 7AM vs 7 PM PST as the on sale time.
@indiglowdrow693 жыл бұрын
Almost bricked when he said 7 am
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
Yes last sale was 7am. Mental fog staying up 30 hours to get this done on time.
@elray49322 жыл бұрын
First, you are by far the best reviewer out there. Your reviews are the most informative, in-depth and entertaining. I want to plug the AC300 into AC and plug my fridge and freezer in to the AC300. Will the UPS stay turned on and switch to battery power after an outage? I had the Qukitel P2001 and after 7 days it turned off the AC function and I almost lost everything. I returned it. Am wondering if I can use the AC300 to ensure that when we are away for a while the AC ports will stay on. Also, can I use Solar to reduce my electric bill? If you have a moment, I would really appreciate it and think many others are wondering the same.
@KC214313 жыл бұрын
Professor, you always do an outstanding job with demos and product capabilities. I am planning on getting this AC300 soon, hopes the price drops again 🙂
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
The price is going to increase soon.
@professorhoodoo3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for testing the audio equipment!!!
@davidparker71563 жыл бұрын
The price is great, the size is almost unmanageable. Are these waterproof? Is the idea you pull these out of your truck drag to your camper and plug in? Oh and your review was excellent.
@eljeffe9913 жыл бұрын
Check out the size of a Victron 48 volt 3000 watt inverter charger, plus 12 volt 30 amp dc step-down converter, Plus a couple of 150/15 MPPT charge controllers and it will seem a lot smaller. Plus the B300 is like two and a half Battleborn batteries worth of capacity.
@davidparker71563 жыл бұрын
@@eljeffe991 you are probably right just I don't need half that stuff. I have a 200ah lithium battery with a bms and that last almost 2 weeks without a charge. It's a lot smaller
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
No these are not waterproof ...
@davidparker71563 жыл бұрын
@@HOBOTECH thanks so when you plug a camper into the 30 amp outlet these must be in the camper some place or in your car. I don't see how these would work for a camper.
@eljeffe9913 жыл бұрын
@@davidparker7156 I will be wiring this directly into my RV's 30 amp AC breaker panel and 30 Amp DC fuse box. the 30 amp shore power for the RV will go into the AC300's AC 30 amp input. Three connections and you're done with a full inverter/charger/battery solution with auto swapping from shore power to inverter. Plus it's easy to pull out in an emergency for home power backup. I'll also use one MPPT charge controller for my RV rooftop solar and the second one for the ground deployable panels. You couldn't ask for an easier drop in solution.
@markintx26283 жыл бұрын
I had to go back 2 years to find a real hobo video. I know the Proffesor doesnt care, but I surely miss your camping videos. The clinky times and all.
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
If more folks watched them I'd do more. I'm camping right now but if I posted a video of that it would get maybe 2000 views. Why waste the time? I will do clinky live streams from our camp in January.
@carlosaquino89173 жыл бұрын
That's awesome I been looking for something that I could hook up to house 😊. Thanks for your hard work you always do for us great job
@meck26583 жыл бұрын
As of this morning you can still order the AC 200 max and B2 30 bundle, still in stock!
@barelypure3 жыл бұрын
As to the 24v outlet on the base unit with all the ways this can be configured it would seem possible to include a limit of 12v maybe as the standard. Then if they person needs it to be a 24v outlet they could go into settings and change it. That protects everyone.
@n2rj3 жыл бұрын
The funny thing is that delta pro was actually the first to support 3000W charging (3400W actually using EV charging), so Bluetti really isn’t first with this. Nice to see them catching up though? Competition in the space is good. 80lbs is almost as heavy as the delta pro too. Maybe they can send me one to compare??? :) I promise I’ll be kind. BTW delta pro does have connection via Bluetooth.
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
I saw no option on the Delta Pro to charge at 3000w from just AC wall outlet with their built in charger. That charging cable only supports 15A max. Yes, it supports it from other sources like EV but that's not what I said. Also, I saw no way to use the APP without signing up and using my Internet to access it.
@Fish_Ventura7 ай бұрын
Thx Hobo, I got one and am very happy with it. I use it as a UPS for my fish tank
@nedatkins25233 жыл бұрын
Hi, Tom! Do you have any testing updates regarding the battery capacity of the B300? Have you determined the cause of your initial disappointing measurement? Was it caused by a faulty battery you were using, the firmware update, the use of one battery versus using two or more, or some other component or operational factor? I, like many, are eager to hear of your findings. Thank you so much for all the testing you perform on solar and other products, and for sharing your knowledge, insights, and experiences so that we all can make wise purchasing decisions and best use of the products bought!
@nedatkins25233 жыл бұрын
Hi, Professor! I'm just following-up on my recent post above... Do you have any testing updates regarding the battery capacity of the B300? Thank you for all that you do! Have a great weekend!
@kimberlyshalaby11343 жыл бұрын
I just watched this review. I like this. Maybe I'll see a 2nd review hoping the company acts on making the changes you pointed out.
@demandarin2 жыл бұрын
Just received my AC300 earlier in the week. Finally. Been testing it out and runs great so far. My lady think it’s overkill and says now I have living room looking like some kind of electrical control center/tower. Haha.
@wakawaka19762 жыл бұрын
How do you like it after 2 months?
@worldcomicsreview3542 жыл бұрын
Meh people used to have "stack" hi-fi systems of similar size.
@aaronsmith25173 жыл бұрын
Yes, please do the 30 hour load test.
@kylecarter79283 жыл бұрын
What's up with the size of the AC charging brick????
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
It's 500w ... and optional for this unit if you wish to charge the batteries separate.
@omalashevich3 жыл бұрын
i own AC50 near 2 years and love it so will buy bigger one AC200max when its on sale for sure thanks professor
@rogerkerkmann3 жыл бұрын
Hobo man needs a bigger solar degenerator never thought I'd see the day 🤔😱😁😁👍🇺🇸
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I'm going to have to double fist them soon.
@ChatGPT11113 жыл бұрын
He needs a solar terminator!
@angrynanrides32183 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy when the professor shows his inner nerd. Please show more star trek clips etc.
@meck26583 жыл бұрын
Tonight (hopefully) I’m going with the ac200max plus b230 package as opposed to this package for
@jaycarneygiants3 жыл бұрын
Seriously. I'm being serious here. Your opening gets me every time!!! 😆😁 ok... time to watch the review
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
I tried to remove the intro but so many were upset I brought it back ...
@jaycarneygiants3 жыл бұрын
@@HOBOTECH no no no..... we love the intro! Definitely keep it. 👍
@john66393 жыл бұрын
How can this be practical in a camping scenario? The weight alone of this two combined is a massive 128lbs. Does it come with a free trolley?
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
You can get the trolley separate (not available yet) but if this is too heavy for you just get the AC200Max I reviewed a few weeks ago.
@sloanNYC3 жыл бұрын
If you just leave it in a trailer camper or similar, sure. It's a lot of power for camping though, the AC200 makes more sense. This would be better for Van life or a smaller emergency back up for house.
@406Steven3 жыл бұрын
Depending on the size, weight, and capabilities you need I find the Bluetti AC50 and EcoFlow Delta to be very versatile. The Bluetti EB70 has my eye as well but I don't need a third power station.
@truckdriverdan91763 жыл бұрын
Nothings free, it's accessery!
@drbruce34973 жыл бұрын
@@truckdriverdan9176 It's not meant for camping. Bluetti now has a large variety of power stations for different applications. You have to pick the one that meets your needs. For instance, if you're using a lot of DC, don't get one of the 200 series, they are optimized for AC. One of the EB models is better for DC appliances. And so on. The AC300 is best for stationary applications, not for mobile use, IMO.
@fscottgray97844 ай бұрын
I know this is a older video but seeing the 24 volt cigarette outlet makes sense for other countries. Australia uses a lot of 12 or 24 options for portable fridges etc. I have a Ironman fridge that will run on both and now I can use the 24 option off of the ac300 for this unit.
@Archangel08043 жыл бұрын
Finally something that can actually compete with the Titan Generator
@bz4freedom1873 жыл бұрын
Great point I was close to finally buying a titan but may reconsider !
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
This runs circles around the Titan. Not even in the same universe.
@Archangel08043 жыл бұрын
@@HOBOTECH Love your vids, but " Runs circles around the Titan"? I don't see it, but I am in the market, so PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE.....do a comparison video and show us why this unit is superior and Runs Circles around it. To me, the two generators seem very similar in design and in features and benefits all the way down to the Input and Output jacks, modular system etc. But here are just two important data points for me..... The Power input for Solar is only 400 Watts greater on the Bluetti. It is 2000W on the Titan, 2400 W on the Bluetti. Both are OK. I'd like to see much higher if at all possible, but 400 extra watts helps if you have an array with a potential of 3500 W at peak sunlight BUT.....another data point.....The Titan is rated at 3000 W output but has a PEAK output of 6000W whereas the Bluetti shuts down in your own video at slightly above 3000W. So I see a slight advantage on the Titan, for example when something pulls a bunch of Amps on startup...a compressor, whatever. AC chargers are important, but in a long time grid down situation, gas may be Unavailable (look at Texas last winter and more recently, Louisiana with IDA) and so will be the AC power availability in the home. This is why Solar Input and battery capacity to me are the TWO most important features. I Really like what I see on this Bluetti unit but I need more info to justify a CLEAR ADVANTAGE.
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
The Titan is so out of date it's not even funny. It's also way more expensive, and on a 6 month waiting list. They've had QC issues and delivery problems. As for specs, the Bluetti can be paired for 6000w inverter 12000w surge and 240v where the Titan can't. Titan uses NMC, Bluetti LFP. Paired supports 4800w solar and can charge 3000w vs 1450w of Titan! Bluetti >24kwh .. not sure what the battery limit is on the Titan but it would be so ungodly expensive and impossible to get their batteries so who cares. Titan had its day 3 years ago but today is a dinosaur.
@Archangel08043 жыл бұрын
@@HOBOTECH Excellent information. Exactly what several of us on the fence needed. Thank you. This really helps!! Yes they have a waiting list and now I don't know why. BTW, the battery limit on the Titan is actually 8 batteries, but I seriously doubt anyone would buy that many. Yes, the Titan is expensive, but then, what other options have there been over the last three years with these types of performance specs? Nothing came close to output or Solar input. Most solar generators were in hundreds of watts versus thousands. Fine if you want to charge your cell phone and a couple of LED lights, but worthless if you want to keep your refrigerator and freezer running as well as running a few other creature comforts
@sarahallgood7983 жыл бұрын
Yeah!!! My favorite hobo!!! Thanks for the great videos Mr!
@eddiekytia3 жыл бұрын
I'm not very educated about batteries or power station but I do absolutely love the idea of it. My problem is seeing a battery that says its almost 3100 wh but only pulls 2200.... its not even close..... I feel all companies should just list the actual usable watt hours call it a 2200wh battery not a 3100wh battery
@HolgerNestmann3 жыл бұрын
It depends on the load - I guess such a large inverter has the best efficiency at 50% load - meaning at 1500w continuous. If you pull DC you should get better numbers. But you are right 70% efficiency is not good enough
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
They are required to list what the actual battery size is. If you rip it open you will in fact find 3072wh of batteries. The output is load dependent. If I run a 3000w load I will get >85% but most folks run ~1000-1500w loads so that's where I do my testing.
@eddiekytia3 жыл бұрын
@@HOBOTECH so the smaller the load the less watt hours you can get? Thanks so much for the reply im trying to understand this battery stuff because I'm a huge fan of this over gas
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
Inverters have a sweet spot that is usually around 50% capacity but it varies quite a bit.
@wildwestunlimited3 жыл бұрын
WOW.... GREAT and DETIALED review!!! Makes me wanna put this on my "wish list"!!!
@johnbell94913 жыл бұрын
Great vid! Close to heading out for the nomad life myself - you're videos & recommendations made it easy to get the right equipment for my needs (EB70 bundle and the Set Power RV45D). Great channel you have (yoda impersonation)! Thanks and see you next time. Is there a small portable electric heater you could recommend for an area the size of a Pick-up bed?
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
I don't review heaters but I might have the ones I use on my Amazon page hobotech.tv/amazon
@doolittlegeorge3 жыл бұрын
These items are so massive and powerful I think professional installation and support now necessary.
@eljeffe9913 жыл бұрын
FYI Goes on sale 7pm PDT Sep 15th, not 7am
@LynetteBarrerapink3 жыл бұрын
I hope this comment gets pinned!
@alter87323 жыл бұрын
I just bought this thanks to your review. Now I just have to find some suitable rigid solar panels that will work with it.
@robertkinney58263 жыл бұрын
A very beautiful piece of machinery. The two modules are way too much for this old fart, but the battery does have good possibilities. (I am a semi DIYer without the electrical knowledge. lol) Will Prowse will be proud of your new studio!!!!!!
@jeremypearson68522 жыл бұрын
That thing is a beast! I honestly believe that solar power is going to be more necessary in future with the number of power cuts we get now. I lost power for nine hours during Hurricane Ian and 90 minutes just this morning. I just purchased a Jackery 1000 on Prime since it was a great deal, but it’s a minnow compared to the Bluetti AC300.
@lwg663 жыл бұрын
How great. Thanks Professor another blistering review.
@ferebeefamily3 жыл бұрын
Another great review. Thank you Sir. Also nice new room.
@darrelllannigan15602 жыл бұрын
Tom, how about a Kill-a-watt test to see what keeping an AC300 plugged in at 100% for 24hrs takes?
@smithtv11103 жыл бұрын
I am quite puzzled that Bluetti can only give out a two year warranty? I know a competitor who gives 10 years warranty. Whats up with that?
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
You mean the one time Kickstarter stretch goal offer from EcoFlow? You're comparing apples to oranges. We're talking retail warranty everyone gets. Bluetti has offered 5 year warranties on crowd funds for hitting stretch goals. Point is when this video came out (today) the EcoFlow warranty is 24 months just like everyone else including Jackery.
@runaway94923 жыл бұрын
For me to enjoy the quick charging capability of the AC300, I will have to buy the 30 amp cables? Why can't they just give it as standard?
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
Why should they raise the price of their offerings to supply a cable few will actually use? Most don't have access to a 30A twist lock but standard 20A which is what they supply. You can opt to build your own 30A cable if you want.
@lisajohnson82593 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your insightful contributions!!
@dpulte3 жыл бұрын
Great vid Mr. HT! It looks like this thing just lacks one thing on the wish list - being able to use a Tesla charger.
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
Seeing that Tesla is proprietary that won't happen. Bluetti does have an EV charger adapter on the way.
@dpulte3 жыл бұрын
@@HOBOTECH I think that's what i meant in my own inarticulate way. so, able to use EV charging stations? wow. do you think it would be OK to have these on their side stacked on top of one another to keep the 'footprint' down? Thanks, Hobotech!
@iancristina63622 жыл бұрын
Great review thanks ill be buying this in Canada soon
@mosler3022 жыл бұрын
I have 2 AC300, 4 B300, & 6 PV200 panels. It was a package deal. Been running it as a mobile power bank as I haven't wired up a sub-panel just yet. While each panel is rated at 200W, times 6 = 1200W, the actual output peak is 1010W, with 70% of the day near 980W. The wireless app is a nice touch. I've discovered that the batteries have to be wired together exactly as the owner manual shows in the illustrations. Can confirm it doesn't work otherwise. I found it necessary to label each port & each cable end so I can easily attach everything quickly. Without that it's a real frustrating puzzle. Such are the issues when using this as a mobile power bank. One run of my dishwasher, a 2 hour cycle @ 1050W, uses 40% of 1 battery. Running my window AC for 2 hours also gobbles 40% of 1 battery. I can easily see the need for more solar panels. While the ads for this package say the batteries will recharge in 4-5 hours using only solar, that simply isn't true. 5 hours, from 12pm -5pm, added only 30% to the batteries in mid-July. Today I'm trying 10am-5pm to see what I get, but I expect a max of 50% for all day. I have trees all around my house & 10-5 is the zone of sunlight in my yard. The long-term plan is to roof mount. However... adding tracking mounts is looking very interesting.
@TruthNTime2 жыл бұрын
All hail the new King, his Royal MPPT Majesty - BLUETTI AC300 The 1st !
@KenshinPhoenix3 жыл бұрын
Is it true that the faster you charge the battery the quicker it will reduce the capacity and lifespan due to heat damage? If that's the case I see fast charging as a negative, when most people won't truly need that ability. Better to have and not need of course, but finding the minimum charging input for your needs seems prudent if you want to maximise the life of the product.
@timsteinkamp22453 жыл бұрын
I agree, if you have AC then why use this? Do you take it to the grid or wait for the sun? What we need is a unit using gas or propane running as efficient and quiet as possible to charge this up while we use this unit to take the power and utilize it. Some countries do not have reliable power so I get that. Living off grid not so much.
@pestdetectivesnyc5252 жыл бұрын
Can i solar charge and run my fridge at the same time?
@LarryDickman12 жыл бұрын
Yes there is pass thru charging.
@plinytheelder19563 жыл бұрын
Professor, you always have me smiling through your entire videos, this one especially! 😃 I'm sitting here like the cat who ate the canary's, watching your AC300 review and anticipating the delivery of my pair of AC300's & stack of B300's 🎉 One knows your reviewing a good product when the "Starship Enterprise" doesn't get blown up! 💥 Bluetti has been so good to work with they've allowed me to transfer my backing for the pair of EP500Pro's I had earlier ordered to a nice bundle of these units here. What a Godsend that was, being modular really is a game changer 👍 So I'm in! Also I recently sent a couple of my friends your way to help them with their Bluetti questions and interest I'm sure they will find you as interesting and entertaining as I do. As always "You know what to DO!" 🐈Go clean the litter box🐈 Oh, by the way the new studio looks great! 🍺😎👍 Now you need a "Green-Screen" doesn't that make the gears start turning a bit? Cheers!
@jtr823693 жыл бұрын
Since you can charge the B300 independently with solar, does that mean it has it's own MPPT charger? Or is the DC optimizer the MPPT charger?
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
I don't believe it uses MPPT in the battery more of a PWM as the limit is a low 200w. However, with the DC Enhancer which does have MPPT you can pump in 500w of solar.
@hphjr3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this review. We had purchased a solar kit from Amazon but by living in Pa it is hard to have it installed due to the politics involved. But it seems that this will help cover that gap. Again thank you
@AntonioCunningham3 жыл бұрын
I'm fasinated by those USP options. I'll be fowarding this to my boss as he needs a powerstation and he can benefit from some of the options this provides. P.S. I'm not sure local hardware stores sell this, but you can buy 30amp twist lock connectors. They're NEMA L14-30. I know about these connectors because for some reason equipment we've received from China use connectors where the hot side has male exposed prongs. I always convert these over for safety
@TheAnalogRebellion3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for these detailed reviews!
@ktmterry3733 жыл бұрын
Sweet now to make lighter and last longer on charge.
@tobiasstgt2 жыл бұрын
Is there a setting to limit charging to a certain level (eg 80%) to spare the battery pack
@MrAgustos3 жыл бұрын
Something I dont think I have ever heard you mention is about how shock resistant these products are. My fiancé and I use Jackery 500 explorer and we go off road to our favorite spot near our home. I was curious as to more info on that whether it harms the units to bounce around down logging roads or not?
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
I would set this unit on an anti vibration mat if you were going on rough roads. Same with just about any 12v fridge.
@MrAgustos3 жыл бұрын
cheers!
@PremEx3 жыл бұрын
The molded polyurethane foam in the box it comes in could be repurposed as a shock absorbing base. If it can survive UPS, it can survive anything!
@paulkranich3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tom--worth the wait! The room looks great too.
@bootmender3 жыл бұрын
My brain is smoking!! 👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️🤗🤗🤗👏👏👏👍
@bogusienombre3553 жыл бұрын
Can you do a video on just how to power your home during a blackout Texas style? Real novice here who needs plain speak explanations. You did say a few things I could understand, but not enough to understand if I could configure this for power failures at home. Hvac , fridge, lights tv phone charging. Help a novice understand please.
@KenshinPhoenix3 жыл бұрын
Australia isn't even getting the AC200 max until next year, so this will be out in 2030 here 😝
@saarc33 жыл бұрын
Would you compare this model to the Ecoflow Delta Pro? Thanks
@millzee3 жыл бұрын
It would be intersting if you had an SDR receiver with spectrum display to show if there is any interference across the frequency spectrum.
@shirleylake77383 жыл бұрын
Do these Bluettis have to be in a Faraday box if and when a boom goes off?
@imagineeternity4433 жыл бұрын
I'd say most definitely yes.
@TexasLocalProduce3 жыл бұрын
Yes, Prof Hobo, more videos on the Bluetti AC300 and all its' sexy beastly accessories Please!!!!!
@rimasmeleshyus94863 жыл бұрын
Lovely and so great generator, thanks
@sowder3 жыл бұрын
Hey Tom, your videos are great. Watched nearly all of them at this point. I'm about to travel cross country and can't decide between the Ecoflow Delta Pro and the Bluetti AC300. I need to boondock in a smaller Tab 400 camper for a week at a time. The camper has 200 Watts of solar limited by a built in 200 watt controller with 2 AGM batteries and a 1200 watt inverter. The two things that I'm not clear on between these two based on your great reviews are: Does the Anderson outlet on the Ecoflow make it much easier to tie the external solar system into the campers existing power/batteries? I'm looking to be as internal to the camper as possible when it's not solar charging. The Bluetti doesn't have this option? Can the Ecoflow really seriously power a small camper with minimal things on if the 30 amp plug really isn't 30 amps? Does the Bluetti have the advantage here? Thanks! I'll be sure to buy through your links, if you can help me decide.
@kurtsandy7663 жыл бұрын
My apologies, Tom, for my previous post here, regarding the Hobo code failed for me when I checked out buying the AC300+B300 combo, earlier this evening. User error, I forgot the HOBO in front of the AC3001B code. Once again,apologies for my earlier post. Thank you for your time (late night again), in your review and posting the video. Per chance, have you heard from Bluetti that it is okay to stack these components? The manual states that both of the devices, AC300 and B300, should not be stacked during use or storage. Get your rest! You deserve it! Thanks again!
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
Well I hope you were able to get your combo. They are still in stock as of right now. It is not only fine to stack them but they are notched in such a way as to show they are supposed to be stacked. In fact, I'm sure I saw marketing photos showing them stacked in pairs. I wouldn't go beyond two batteries for sure.
@kurtsandy7663 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your insight. Yes, I was able to get the AC300+B300 combo.
@AustinTechAuthority3 жыл бұрын
I really like your thorough reviews, but I do wish the video resolution was bit higher or the camera closer when showing the capacity test and other on screen functions. It shows 1080p on YT but the video resolution appears to be 720p sometimes. 4K resolution would be awesome, but I understand that adds more editing and export time. Keep up the good videos though!
@ChatGPT11113 жыл бұрын
Might be your view settings as everything is crystal clear to me using an iPad.
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
The issue is the autofocus. I'm going to try to remember to go to manual focus when I zoom on the screens. It only gets fuzzy when I put my hand in the shot and the focus goes on my hand. I'm still getting used to the quirks of this new setup!
@AustinTechAuthority3 жыл бұрын
@@HOBOTECH good to hear! Anything with a screen requires more fine tuning to get the best video focus. I look forward to getting my Delta Pro hopefully by the end of the year if there are no shipping delays!
@HerrFrankenstein3 жыл бұрын
Most excellent review... Much appreciated...Thanks
@itsamemario7203 жыл бұрын
Why couldn't Bluetti design something compact that combines the two units. I would be lugging around two heavy boxes.
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
You mean the AC200Max?
@MobileAura3 жыл бұрын
you can easily fit the entire system in a backpack. It’s rather small.
@carlossol101 Жыл бұрын
Do you charge just the battery or the ac300 also?
@AndrewWells5273 жыл бұрын
Having the 12V plug on the battery just makes it all the more confusing.
@posys51403 жыл бұрын
I like your new room Thomas .....guess I got to save up for this new ac300 monster
@jdbond19903 жыл бұрын
HOBOROCKS! 😂
@freedomdove3 жыл бұрын
Lol! Love the side profile pic idea. That thing is a beast! It would be perfect for an off-grid tiny home or a skoolie, for sure--not to mention a great backup system for a sticks-and-bricks when the grid power goes down. It would be nice if they more clearly marked those two auxiliary outputs, though. What can you even run on the 24v plug? Just charging of a house battery?
@HOBOTECH3 жыл бұрын
There are some DC appliances that use 24v (trolling motors, doorbells, power supplies, hobby stuff) but it seems like a strange offering for the US market. Maybe it is more standard in other countries.
@freedomdove3 жыл бұрын
@@HOBOTECH Thanks, Tom. That does seem like a strange offering to US customers.
@DzHarryNuttz3 жыл бұрын
Although very worth it. My bank account is unfortunately not deep enough for these nice Solar Generators😭
@TheUnpreparedMind2 жыл бұрын
Can you charge with wind?
@danallanson59903 жыл бұрын
No cupholders?
@matthewtaylor33013 жыл бұрын
That 72% inverter efficiency at 800 watts though. Yikes
@karenannc Жыл бұрын
I purchased a second B300 battery for my AC300, it came in yesterday, but space is limited, is it ok to leave it on its side permanently?? Thx in advance!
@user-jy4ix7dj7p3 жыл бұрын
Pretty poor efficiency for "smart" batteries. I was expecting around 85% efficiency at the least. Cancelling my pre-order.
@ginakatej46033 жыл бұрын
Agreed. It’s totally awful. These reviews now look like paid advertising for the product because they missed the most important part and gloss over it like it’s no big deal. You’re wasting a whopping 860Wh per battery. That’s over a 1/4 of the capacity just completely wasted. I was in the market for a solar generator system for my home but I may wait for ecoflow delta pro in retail.
@johnc.94523 жыл бұрын
Nice! Real nice! With a system like this I can not understand why this unit is not set up to start and stop a remote control generator. Ecoflow tried to address this issue, however using a propritory generator was, I think, a mistake. Ecoflow is now putting out a generator that is a camping size unit to charge a house size power system and they had to become a generator manufacturing concern to do it. There is a vast array of remote start generators already on the market. So stop trying to reinvent the wheel with in house generators like Ecoflow Delta is attempting to do. Bluetti, please just add a remote generator start and stop capability to your line of solar generators. Everyone has their own preference of generators, one size does not fit all like Ecoflow believes. I want the Bluetti to start my 4250 watt generator, my neighbor uses a 6500 watt generator. Don't try to reinvent the generator, just start it for me when the batteries need recharged and the sun isn't shining.
@billbradley24803 жыл бұрын
72% capacity? Not Good.
@raddie61563 жыл бұрын
Hello--question about a cart. I think you mentioned that Bluetti had offered a cart on the 200 (?during crowd funding stage). Do you know the specs on this? If I buy a cart do I have to be concerned about metal platform vs rubber ? Is a regular metal one OK or would a baggage one with more rubber matter? Any grounding issues I need to be aware of?