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BLUETTI AC180

Name: BLUETTI AC180 Portable Power Station
Brand: BLUETTI

A proven 1.1kWh all-rounder at a mid-range price

8.3/10

WattLab Score

How good it is for its size · method

1,152 WhCapacity
1,800 W / 2,700 WAC continuous / surge
78 minFastest full charge
35.3 lbWeight

Reference price*$499.00BLUETTI US store (unit only) · Nov 11, 2026. Amazon price may differ.

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Overview

BLUETTI's AC180 delivers 1,152Wh of LiFePO4 and 1,800W from four AC outlets, with a 2,700W Power Lifting mode for heating appliances. It recharges in 1.3–1.8 hours from the wall and takes up to 500W of solar.

Ideal for

Campers and households who want a dependable 1kWh-plus station for outages, with enough power for a coffee maker or kettle.

Skip it if

Desktop PCs that need a fast UPS, or anyone who wants the lightest 1kWh unit.

Editor's ratings · 0–10

Score profile

Seven axes on fixed scales, so scores compare directly across every model on WattLab Review.

Capacity7.7
Power8.1
Charging8.7
Battery tech9.5
Portability2.1
Solar input7.2
Value8.9

Editor scores derived from verified specs. How we score

What's inside the 8.3 WattLab Score

Charging speed8.7
Battery technology9.5
Energy density (Wh/lb)6.6
Solar refill speed6.4
Value (Wh per $)8.9
Versatility (ports & features)10.0

How long will it run?

Estimated runtimes on a full charge for common devices.

Device	Typical load	Estimated runtime
Smartphone charge	15 Wh each	~65 charges
Wi-Fi router + modem	15 W	~65 hr
CPAP (no humidifier)	40 W	~24 hr
Laptop	60 W	~16 hr
12V camping fridge (avg)	35 W	~28 hr
32" LED TV	50 W	~20 hr
Full-size fridge (avg)	150 W	~6.5 hr
Coffee maker	1,000 W	~1.0 hr

Estimates use 85% of rated capacity to account for inverter losses. Real runtimes vary with temperature, battery age and how often appliances cycle.

Full specifications

Battery

Capacity	1,152 Wh
Battery chemistry	LiFePO4
Rated cycle life	3,500 cycles

Output

AC output (continuous)	1,800 W
Surge / peak	2,700 W
Power Lifting (resistive loads)	2,700 W
AC outlets (120V, pure sine)	4
USB-C ports	1
Max USB-C output	100 W
USB-A ports	4
12V car outlet	12V / 10A (regulated)
DC5521 barrel ports	0

Charging

Max AC charging input	1,440 W
AC charge time (standard)	1.8 hr
Fastest full charge	78 min
Max solar input	500 W
Solar input spec	12–60V DC, 10A, 500W max
Solar charge time	3.3 hr
Car charge time	10.6 hr

Size & build

Weight	35.3 lb (16 kg)
Dimensions	13.4 × 9.7 × 12.5 in
Rated noise	—
Charging temperature	—
Discharge temperature	32–104°F (0–40°C) operating

Smart features & warranty

UPS switchover	≤20 ms
App control	BLUETTI app (Bluetooth) + LCD display
Expandable battery	—
Warranty	5 years

Value

Reference price*	$499.00
Wh per dollar*	2.31 Wh/$

Other details

USB-A detail	4 ports in two pairs, 15W shared per pair
Wireless charging pad	15W
Power Lifting	Runs resistive heating devices up to 2,700W (kettles, hair dryers, space heaters)
Car input	12/24V, 10.1–10.6 hr (12V) or 5.3–5.8 hr (24V)
Extra capacity	BLUETTI's B80, B230 and B300 batteries can recharge it through its DC input for up to 4,224Wh combined; it has no dedicated expansion port
Noise	About 45 dB in the app's Silent Charging Mode, per BLUETTI
Weight note	BLUETTI lists 35.3 lb in its spec table; another section of its page says 37 lb

Fast charging: 1.3–1.8 hr 0–100% with 1,440W Turbo Charging, per BLUETTI.
Solar time: BLUETTI quotes 2.8–3.3 hr at 500W.
Cycle life: 3,500+ cycles to 80% capacity (BLUETTI rating).
* Reference price from the manufacturer's US store on the date shown. Amazon's price may be different.
— means the manufacturer doesn't publish that figure. We never estimate missing specs.

Spec sources

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Our take

The AC180 has been one of BLUETTI's most popular models, and the numbers explain why. You get 1,152Wh of LiFePO4 and a 1,800W pure sine wave inverter, with Power Lifting mode that runs resistive heating devices like kettles, hair dryers and space heaters up to 2,700W. Four AC outlets, one 100W USB-C, four USB-A, a 12V car socket and a 15W wireless charging pad cover most needs.

Turbo Charging takes up to 1,440W from the wall for a full charge in 1.3–1.8 hours, according to BLUETTI. Solar input reaches 500W at 12–60V, which BLUETTI says refills it in about 3 hours. You can also charge it from a car socket (12V or 24V) or a generator.

It works as a UPS with a 20 ms switchover. That's fine for a fridge, router or lights, but StorageReview recommends a dedicated UPS for sensitive computer gear that might reboot. The LiFePO4 cells are rated for 3,500+ cycles to 80%, and BLUETTI gives it a 5-year warranty.

It's on the heavy side for its capacity at about 35 lb, and it has no true expansion port: BLUETTI's B80, B230 and B300 batteries can top it up through its DC input instead. If you want a reliable 1kWh-class station for outages and camping at a mid-range price, it's a safe pick.

Pros

1,152Wh LiFePO4 with 3,500+ cycles
1,800W output, 2,700W Power Lifting for heating appliances
1.3–1.8 hr wall recharge with Turbo Charging
500W solar input at 12–60V
15W wireless charging pad
5-year warranty

Cons

20 ms UPS is slower than 10 ms rivals
About 35 lb, heavier than newer 1kWh units
No true expansion port
Only one USB-C port

What owners and reviewers say

Independent tests

StorageReview tested the AC180 and confirmed BLUETTI's port lineup. It noted the 20 ms UPS switchover and suggested a purpose-built UPS for sensitive IT equipment. We'll add Amazon buyer feedback themes once we can verify them.