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Bluetti AC180

AC180-1152

Great value jack-of-all-trades backup.

Bluetti's mid-tier 1152Wh LFP — Power Lifting mode unlocks 2700W cont output.

Released 2023All BLUETTI reviews

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63
Good · /100
VerdictRecommended at the right price
Capacity1,152 Wh
Output2700 W
Weight37.4 lb

Best for

Power-Lifting mode lifts output to 2700W; great value for the 1.15kWh size

Avoid if

Heavy 37 lb; not ultraportable for tent camping

What It Can Run

  • Refrigerator 4-6 hr
  • Microwave
  • CPAP, lights, laptop

Runtimes assume inverter efficiency, depth of discharge and a duty cycle for compressor appliances. See the runtime calculator for exact estimates.

Performance Breakdown

Usable capacity
18
Inverter output
74
Charge speed
98
Solar input
42
Battery longevity
55
Portability
71
Overall value
86
Warranty
80
Ports & expandability
55

By Use Case

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Home Backup
49
Camping
61
RV Travel
45
Solar Use
52

Full Specifications

Battery capacity1,152 Wh
Usable capacity950 Wh
ChemistryLiFePO4
Cycle life (80%)3,500 cycles
Inverter output2700 W
Surge output4000 W
Wall recharge1 hr
Solar max input500 W
AC outlets4
USB-C ports1
USB-A ports4
12V carport1
DC outputs1
Weight37.4 lb
Dimensions13.7 x 10.2 x 9.2
ExpandableNo
UPS functionYes
App controlYes
Warranty5 yr
Release year2023

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Power Lifting mode lifts to 2700W
  • 3500 cycles LFP
  • 80% in 1 hr wall
  • Decent outlets and ports

Cons

  • 1 USB-C only
  • 37 lb
  • No expansion batteries

Major weaknesses: Single USB-C 100W only · Heavy for the 1.15kWh size.

Final Recommendation

Recommended at the right price

Great value jack-of-all-trades backup.