Review And Testing The Bluetti EB3A: Small Capacity, Small Size, Big Features And Small Price.

[@mrhalfstep]

Good thorough review. Thanks for taking the time to make the content. I have two of these EB3A units and have used the power lift mode to brew coffee with a 5 cup Mr. Coffee machine. It's rated at 650 watts. The coffee maker will make a 10 oz (that's two cups on the machine) cup of coffee in 2 minutes when plugged into the wall and it takes 4 minutes when plugged into the EB3A. It claims about 475 watts, on the display, while it is brewing and 5 watts after the brewing. It isn't exactly what Bluetti promises, but it does work, just don't expect 600 watts to go into appliances that require as little as 50 watts more than the normal 600 watt limit. The wattage cuts way back, but it does keep running, sort of. I think that if you had actually tried to make toast with your toaster, you would have been disappointed. The coils won't glow and therefore won't toast. I haven't used my solar panels yet, so I was glad to see that you got the good result that you did with yours. That's very encouraging.

[@henrymorgan3982]

The best feature is that my wife can carry it with no problem. This unit is best for vehicular travelling. Charge during long drives and used after you stop.

[@libellula3313]

This is exactly why it is my number one choice to buy, I will be able to lift it on my own.

[@kpboix99]

what a small but strong unit. thank you for the tests with the different appliances.

[@anonimous596]

thanks, great review I just ordered one for short term backup / device charging at home - a crazy good deal on amazon made this the choice over EcoFlow if you stalk prices they can be had for a great price now I need to choose a small solar panel. thanks again.

[@Ms.Frankenbuilder]

I have bought a couple of these for family members just in case they lose power, happens a lot in south FL. They love them and I agree about bluetti, have an ac180 myself. Good video.

[@oakshillelagh4339]

A good review I have had a EB3A for several months no problems at all 👍

[@ojvic7297]

What panels do you use?

[@canuckchris5733]

It’ll short out eventually

[@rickdavid1795]

I bought one of these about a year ago. I use it every single day

[@zapcodeknock4503]

Is it really that useful for a modern/normal person? Or are you living off grid, a different lifestyle?

[@rickdavid1795]

@@zapcodeknock4503 I charge all my batteries with it and I recharge it with a solar panel

[@flyprincess69]

I’ve owned one since it first came out. It serves me on my night stand next to my bed as a charging hub and a source of light. The light is pretty obnoxious. The BMS is out of wack and it shuts off at 52%. It still works though and when it does go, I have a new AC60P to replace it.

[@karronlaneNOLA]

thanks for the video. the thing i don't like is that in order to change some settings you have to use the phone app. that makes you dependent on your phone so if something should happen to it, some changes not possible. after a hurricane that wouldn't be good.

[@moonobservergilles5730]

you can add a 12,8v 50ah or 100ah lifepo4 battery that will expan the capacity of the EB3A a 50ah gices you close to 640WH additional capacity and with a 100ah it can give you 1280 wh additional to the 268 wh

[@takenusername]

I used my keurig with a kilowatt meter, and I think it draws like 800-900 watts

[@r.c.t.travels]

You can pair it with the B80 expansion battery to extend the watt hrs of it with an aviation cable.

[@md8744]

Hi Sir. Wonder what about small tv about 17inch? Use it for on the way in the car.

[@leeinwis]

I just bought this, 33% off at Amazon now.

[@jasondavison4428]

The reason I went for this was the overhead it offered for watts. Yes, the battery is on the low end to support 600 watts, but it can charge relatively quickly and with some of the right adapters you can add an existing battery to help prolong the break away from "house" current. I'd like to try some solar panels but can't justify the price for the PNW.

[@mrpink3630]

with mppt people are claiming that they can charge their batts on cloudy days

[@danwilkening888]

Thanks Tom! Great review.

[@libellula3313]

Great vlog. I heard you mention Starlink. I need this to run my Starlink through power cuts, how long do you think it would run the dish and router please?

[@ataleofthreecabins1025]

If you’re not running the dish heater around 5 hours.

[@timothyherweynen6210]

So this device will easily run a car fridge?

[@Powerwinoffical]

Great video!😎 Interested in reviewing our Energizer PPS2000 Portable Power Station?

[@ataleofthreecabins1025]

Thanks for reaching out, a little busy right now.

[@ShowemRight]

Peace to you Sir, tell me please, when charging the Bluetti EB3A battery using the AC cord, are there any lights on when charging the unit. I've just received the unit from Amazon, and I pressed the power button on and it read 67%, then I plugged in the AC cord to power it, then less than a minute, the lights on the unit (display screen) shuts off, is that normal while charging?

[@ataleofthreecabins1025]

Yes, to see the status just quickly press a button like the flashlight to temporarily turn back on the display. I don't remember is it gives you the option on that App to set the length of time it stays on .

[@ShowemRight]

@@ataleofthreecabins1025 Much Obliged Sir, I got it going, I realized I had to press that ac cord hard in order to see and hear the unit charging, good to go now, thanks again.

[@3gok838]

How many Starlink only hours do you get out of this?

[@ataleofthreecabins1025]

With this model and not using the heater 5-6 hours with no obstructions. Hook a 100 watt solar panel and extend that time with the sun.

[@canuckchris5733]

Mine burned out in 6 months charging go pros

[@pBinx-bd8xg]

My Keurig did not work either.

[@Doobie603]

I was a very disappointed man without coffee...

[@amyfreeze9772]

It doesn't sound like it would work for a cpap for a weekend 😢

[@leeinwis]

Yes it would

[@canuckchris5733]

Not a remed S9

[@rtjlupolove66]

My eb3a shorted out and went in the trash 5 days new

[@huberthopscotch1285]

What’d you plug into it

[@Jack_Stafford]

Why didn't you get a refund?!

[@danajooks9677]

THIS IS A TOY...it has good parts but NO POWER.....get at leaat 800 wh for any attempt at reliability. That hair dryer will drain it in 15 mins. Everyone shows how incredible it can handle but never the time b4 its dead which is VERY QUICK.

[@ataleofthreecabins1025]

I probably use this one the most especially during deer season. I throw it my UTV run Starlink or a cellular router when in the woods for hours on end. Afternoons I hook up a 100 watt panel to keep it topped off. When it comes to Rving a larger one is much better.

[@danajooks9677]

@@ataleofthreecabins1025 Hi....i wasnt trying to condemn your video or take any disdain to you personally. I apologize if you felt that.

[@milescoleman3150]

Give it a year and it will short out like mine did with no help from Bluetti. Do a search on youtube an d you will see all the complaints about this model and channels devoted to trying to fix it! Hunk of Junk! Buyer beware.

[@funny-gm1ld]

let me tell you IT SUCKS cant make coffee you know it SUCKS

[@david_sdiego]

Loaded with features and since the only negative seems to be capacity, I'll just keep a 100ah LifePo4 nearby good for 5 or so refills.

[@The_RealShayla]

Just got one of these for myself an my mom and we love it,we are planning on getting more

[@032254855]

how would this go running a portable diesel heater over night

[@ataleofthreecabins1025]

If the heater uses 12v/3A, then 12x3+36watts. 268/36=7.4 so 6 to 7 hours, more with a solar panel.