NEW BLUETTI AC200L: The Ultimate in Van Life Power! Review
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In today's video we're diving into the incredible capabilities of the new Bluetti AC200L power station. This powerhouse of a device boasts an astonishing 2048Wh capacity and an impressive 2400W output, making it a true game-changer in the world of portable power for van life.
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Thanks for watching!
I am unable to make the van lifestyle fit into my current phase of life, but I continue to watch all of your videos to build up a resevoir of knowledge for one day when I do. I appreciate it and love your content!
I'm in the same boat with my current situation, but I have a 5 year plan to be in the van! So I also continue to watch and learn. Knowledge is power !
I turned my house into a Van 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻 My utilities bills have dropped significantly.
@theMekanik you need to make a video for that 😂
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I love my bluetti..3 years now and still working like day 1!!
Glad you've been enjoying it!😀
Bought an AC200 Max for my RV a year ago based on your recommendations. Having the ability to run the entire RV and the AC just on the battery makes boondocking MUCH easier; I boondocked the whole summer in the PNW with it. I recently bought the EB3A for my Overlanding build (also based on your recommendations) and it has been serving me well. Just purchased an electric blanket (also based on your recommendations.... see a pattern yet? lol) for winter overlanding. Keep the videos coming, ive learned alot from you over the past few years.
Yup, I bought the AC200MAX and the EB70S because of Bob's recommendations. I always trust Bob's reviews.👍
I thought about buying the Bluetti AC200, instead I bought two Bluetti AC180s. The price was about the same and the total watt-hours was a tiny bit more. I don’t need the extra available peak wattage or the extra solar charging capability. The advantage is I can charge one AC180 in the sun while I’m parked in the shade with the fridge running on the other AC180. The weight is manageable with an AC180. Plus if one broke down, I’d still have another.
Just to clear up some confusion, the ac200max has a 2200w inverter, and 2048wh battery, and 900w pv input. The ac200p has a 2000w pc input, 2048wh battery and 700w pv input. The ac200l has a 2400w inverter, 2048wh battery and a 1200w pv input. Compared to the ac200max, the ac200l has a 200w more power, not 400w. Also, both the ac200max and ac200l takes both b300 and b230 batteries, however only the ac200l supports also the new upcoming b210 batteries.
Got mine on black Friday sale with 2 panels and loving my first Bluetti products.
Looks like somebody had a great Black Friday
Bob, I just bought one of these to run my mini refrigerator. I am very excited about this. Thanks for always giving us such good information.
I like my Jackery, but after seeing your videos, I think my next one will be a Bluetti. Great review!
Believe it or not, I think your next choice will be the right one🤗
The cost has to come down.. for us customers to purchase - when my SS check moves up maybe then
Bluetti customer service is excellent. Not lightning fast but top notch. I have an AC200P, EB3A, PV350 and SP120. All work great.
Always happy to hear that!
I’ve found that it’s easier to use a gas powered generator to charge up my Bluetti.
This is great information and your educational videos are superb ! Thank you.
Ty for the info. And I was thinking the same thing about your looking good. I don’t know how much you lost but you look really nice. So happy for you
I have an AC 180 and it may only have an 1800 watt inverter; I find it the best for living out of a small trailer. I can lift it and I really only use it with my inverter microwave and my Dash mini appliances. If you want the biggest you can lift comfortably take a look at the AC180.
Nice. I was just looking at one of these on Amazon for like 44% off I think was. One thing... This isn't big enough to run a small AC though is it? I run hot and would like to run a small AC off whatever one I buy. Which may add considerable cost. I appreciate any input. Thanks 😊
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No, the AC180 is not big enough to run an AC. Though it is big enough to run a small microwave and most kitchen appliances. The AC200 would run an AC, but most likely not all night long.
Great video. To move a heavy solar generator I bought a Magna Cart aluminum folding hand truck. Costs about $46. Velcro straps also help keep the solgen on the cart.
How do you like this hand truck? I'm thinking to get it for my ac200max. Where did you get it?
I’ll vouch for Bluetti. Got an EB3A a few years ago, just to see what the hype was about. They said what it did, and it did what they said. That gave me the confidence to invest in something more substantial, so I got an AC180 along with a couple of their PV200 panels. But I still needed a bit more capacity. The AC180 is expandable, but during their recent Father’s Day sale, I got an AC70 for less than a B80 expansion battery. Now I am a thoroughly satisfied customer. The Bluettis always impressed me with their efficiency, consistency and performance under full load or surge conditions. Although I can’t comment on their customer service or aftersales care because I never had to use them, even after three units and three years of ownership, that in itself is a positive. Anyways, if you’re on the fence about getting any model of Bluetti, I can tell you in good conscience to just go for it!
This looks like the perfect solution.
Bob you always have great content. Thanks for sharing! Have a Merry Christmas! 🎄
Bob, thanks for being on top of things and sharing this game changer with us. 😊
Thanks saving my pennies..
My Bluetti ac200 max will run my rv A/C but it eats up the juice real fast. I had a "soft start" put in my A/C unit. I notice a difference in how soon I can start up my a/c without killing the onboard gas generator. Before the soft start I had to wait at least 10 minutes before starting the a/C or it would kill the generator. I may do more boondocking this coming summer and try using the a/c by plugging in the bluetti to my 30 amp rv. I'm told the soft start will make my a/c unit last longer. I don't know.
Please keep us updated🤗
Look at Bob... looking slim and trim☺️ Love everything you do
Been watching other videos and I'm impressed with it. Sounds like a couple of cables are not ready for consumers as of now. Toss up between this unit or ecoflow. Thanks! Great information again.
my AC200Max has went through three blown 500watt power charge bricks. Nice to see the brick has moved internal.
FYI they can also be hooked up to your ebike to give you massive extended range.
Thanks for doing these reviews.
Thanks Bob.
Thanks again for all this information. By the way Bob. Losing weight looking good!😊
I’m so excited I have the Max! 😅😅
Great choice!
Wow, you have a real talent for editing, great job!
I found the price of the AC200L on Bluetti website. The price today was listed as $1699.
Thank you for another great video, Bob! 🤩
Second year with my AC200Max. It works great with 400 watts on the roof of my wolfpup 16BHS. Easy to connect and disconnect.
I have the Max and it works great so far.
Thank you for sharing ✌️✨️🧚♂️🤟
2400 watts = 120V x 20A. 20A is the biggest circuit you'll have in typical residential electrical outlets (they are 15A or 20A). There are bigger circuits of course, but I'm talking about typical 120V outlets. So, it makes sense that a 2400W inverter would run every single thing designed to be plugged into a standard outlet, but maybe in some cases anything less wouldn't.
You seem very knowledgeable. I have a Tesla model Y with a mobile charger. At campsites, I have an adapter I use with the mobile charger - I plug into the 30A to charge my car while I camp. Do you think I could plug it into this Bluetti’s 30 A outlet to charge my Tesla?
That’s a great question. Seems it would. Hope you will let us know when you find out. Imagine solar panels on the roof of your car and one of these, you’ll never have to stop unless you want to. 😊
That's why I got the ac300. It's a 3000 watt inverter
Wow, Bob, you've really gotten trim!
I just purchased the EB3A during the black Friday sale.
Great info.
I bought the 200L and the PV420 panel. I don’t have an RV yet but I have a big Iceco fridge/freezer in the bed of my truck. The Iceco sips power at 40w, the panel charges the 200L at over 300w. They are great units. However, Bluetti loves show the 200L outside on the ground and on tables, but doesn’t offer a protective cover. I searched every rolling toolbox and it only fits inside one- the Rigid 2.0 rolling toolbox. With a dremel tool, I surgically removed side and front panels, covered the inside with thin sheets of foam, and now I have an armored, heavy duty case I have the 200L in! What’s more is the Rigid 2.0 box has a removable hand truck wheel set I can pop on and off to easily wheel it around. And one last thing- I found a 2000w generator rain cover with Velcro flaps for ports that fits it like a glove! It looks, works, travels, store and wheels around absolutely perfectly!
Bluettie AC200L 1399$ Ekoflow 1399$ Anker 767 1399$ Blakk Friday
I got the bluetti ac300 with 4 b300 expansion batteries.
This little guy would be something I'd get for my sailboat
I was blessed unexpectedly and just able to get the bluetti 1800 max AC on sale. I’m having a difficult time trying to figure out the most efficient way to run it off grid. I’m still working on it. Trying to get it Bluetooth connected is some for some reason a challenge for me
Thanks, Bob! How long is the initial warranty and do you recommend getting the extended warranties?
We have the AC200max, with 3 b300 battery bank's. The locking button on the battery cable, turns them on and off, so technically you could upgrade to 4 b300 battery bank's if you wanted to.
Because the max has two cable ports. And that one only has one i see.
Any chance you'll do a review on the Anker Solix F2000 AKA Powerhouse 767. I like that it has a pull handle. Wonder how you think it would compare to the AC200Max Bluetti?
I have the second largest Bluetti and two two hundred watt panels won’t charge it. A gasoline powered generator is easier.
Can you mention the exact model name & number please.
Pulsar 2,300 portable gasoline generator. From Amazon $349.
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I am not in Vanlife yet, but I do watch all your videos and plan to eventually have a vehicle that I could take off for a long period of time, a month or two, at least to travel the country. How do I reach you to discuss a product review for your channel?
Bookdocking without the 70 dollar electric/shore power might as well pay for a hotel is the appeal to me. The plug in 30 amp to a box that can handle Air conditioner in my 92 Winnebago Warrior is the holy grail. Another power station for TV, fridge and coffee. The AC is the mystery draw. I bought adapter from 15 to 30 for AC200, but I don't want to fry it. Ideas? Thanks.
I have had my AC200L for two weeks now and it is a great product. However, in Australia at least, the support is almost non existent.
For God's sake never turn on Power Lifting mode except with a purely resistive load like a space heater, hot plate, or hair dryer. Surge current is automatic and does not require any special settings. The inverter will supply >3600W for 0.5s, 3600W for 5s, 300W for 2min.
1200 watts of solar panels is cost prohibitive for the average consumer...
There is no doubt that Bluetti makes damn good power stations, and the smaller ones add a great deal of convenience to your life. But at $1,699 (with the current coupon on amz), plus $400 for solar panels, it costs about $1000 more than it does to get separate batteries, solar panels, cables, inverter, fuse boxes, etc. to build your own electrical system. And it's $1500 more if you *don't* have a coupon! This is simply not attainable to folks like me who find themselves looking into vanlife because they are living on a fixed income. I get that it's easier because it's basically plug and play, but there are plenty of books and videos that teach you how to set up a system yourself. And even if you fork over a couple hundred to pay someone to install a system for you, it will still end up costing you a whole lot less than a larger Bluetti power station and solar panels. Excellent product, but a poor choice for folks who need to be frugal.
I would probably put this under a cabinet or something, so the phone charger on top wouldn't be very useful. That's possibly why they eliminated it?
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I own one but how do I connect the 200L to the panels I have on my roof??
Great power station but out of my budget!
Oh yeah I meant to say thanks for explaining these things so I can understand them.
We often have products on sale to make sure everyone can afford them! Just keep an eye on our website
Do you have any issues with the unit providing power when it raining? I assume you set it outside when powering your van?
Can I plug in a 5000 BTU window air conditioner with 115 V?
Would it work and for how long?
What solar panels brand do you recommend for this model? Only blue etti panels or what other brand would be better?
You really need a much bigger system... If you have a Bluetti AC 300 system with 2 external batteries hooked up, you get 6144 watt hours. That's enough to run a space heater for about 4 hours. a space heater to keep you warm at night uses 1500 watts per hour at high setting... If you really want to make it last all night, you can put it on medium, use 750 watts per hour, and make it last potentially 8 hours, BUT you can't really power anything else...
These are nice, but very expensive.
the 48 volt dc output is not ideal for people with campers.
Yes! Came here to say this.
Why does it cost arm and leg? Aren't others quality for less$$?
For a portable power station that big the price is on par with others actually
You can always get a smaller one if you’re just starting out
Watt for watt, one unit will cost very close to another brand.
marketing 101... price by what the market will bare...
I just bought an AC 180 on Black Friday sale. However, the same unit is still on sale for the same price. What gives where is the real discount?
These are very expensive. I think a lot of nomads could not afford this. Speaking for myself.
Power lifting mode is NOT for running AC. Also the DC output on this is 48 volts, so a step-down add-on is required to hook into typical van or RV DC system. These details are critical. With all respect to Bob, from whom I have learned a great deal, this was a sloppy review.
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