Bluetti AC300: Plug-N-Play Solar Power System, Full Review
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I can imagine the engineers at Bluetti watching this video and taking notes. I hope they are watching and for all our sakes listen and implement his recommendations. This “kid” is a genius.
If bluetti's taking notes, then l'm not buying cause they don't have it together.
@@reccocon3442 You're delusional. Many a well established company still watches this "kid".
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It's great to see passionate engineers continuously improving their products. Speaking of solar power systems, have you checked out the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series? It offers massive capacity, powerful output, and fast recharging. Plus, it's built tough with waterproof technology and comprehensive protections. Definitely worth considering for your outdoor adventures and home backup power needs!
I totally agree with you! It's great to see companies like Segway constantly innovating and providing reliable power solutions for outdoor enthusiasts like us. The Bluetti AC300 video review seems to have sparked some inspiration for Bluetti engineers, just like the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series. I hope they take note and continue to improve their products based on user feedback. Keep up the great work, Segway!
That Bluetti AC300 video was really impressive! Segway has also developed an amazing power station called the Portable PowerStation Cube Series. It has a massive 5kWh capacity, fast recharging, versatile sockets, waterproof technology, and comprehensive protections. I highly recommend checking it out for your outdoor adventures or home backup power needs. It's great to see companies like Bluetti and Segway pushing the boundaries of portable power systems.
I literally have no idea what you’re talking about but I keep watching 🙃🙃
Me neither it would be great if they spoke English
😂😂😂😂😂me too cause one day I’ll get it 🤷🏾♀️
Same here hahahahaha 😆
Me too but he’s such a nice guy...
Same here ☺️☺️☺️☺️ can't understand his English..... I know he speaks English but I don't understand lol
I'm coming in a year after this video first posted, but I just have to tell you that it's a much better video than Bluetti has on their CS site. I bought my AC300, had a small problem, and couldn't find the resolution. I came here and found the fix. Thank you!
We bought the ac300 and two b300 batteries. Got them during the January sale and saved $800. Very happy with these BLUETTI products.
Thank you for all the information you’ve provided in this video.
I'll say it again - whoever the manufacturer is behind the Bluetti label is a high quality outfit. One of my large, expensive laptop battery packs is Bluetti, and 9 years old now!
They sell these in Australia which uses 240v standard.
This is the first system I've seen that seems not only appropriate but really good.
Thanks for the review.
Having followed you for a few years now I am still impressed each time I watch one of your reviews. Well done.
having you have such a good opinion of this really made this sale for me. Thanks for your brutal honesty on reviews. Makes you quite trustable
I love your reviews. I know I can always trust you to test equipment fairly and report honestly. That cannot be said for other people. Thanks!
This is fantastic! I am doing a adventure van build next year and this is it! I have seen so many builds with wires all over the place and Battle Born batteries at 900.00 each! This is a game changer for van builds! Thank you for explaining everything in such detail.
Exactly. It never made sense to me … and use up a wall on van plus all the cabling etc ….
People that buy Battle Borns have kink called the chocolate greenback. Its when you wipe your ass with $100 bills and flush them.
You can have 2.5kwh in cool battery boxes by next week or you can do a little research and wait 2 months for for more than 14kwh adn Lego like assembly. The latter will cost you a couple hundred more once you buy a BMS, welding cable, pure copper lugs, hydraulic crimper, YR-1035+ and a load tester. At most you would be paying $2300 and thats if you get a 300A continuous BMS and insist on adding one of the most expensive shunt based monitor systems. If you need 15,000 watts in a van its because you're crypto mining and running two A/C units while teasing your hair for a 1983 Def Leppard concert.
@@ericklein5097 lol 😂
That's great to hear! The Bluetti AC300 sounds like an excellent option for your adventure van build. However, I would also recommend checking out the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series. It offers a massive capacity of up to 5kWh, supports fast recharging, and has a durable and waterproof design. It could be a game changer for your van build too!
That Delta Mini really packs a punch for its size. Glad you reviewed it. Now I want one.
I purchased the Bluetti 200Max a while ago along with one of their portable panel kits (200W). It's been good, but we were constantly having to charge it up with our generator as the panels were just too under powered to get the job done with any kind of heavy use. We'd just recently received our dozen CanadianSolar 445W Bifacial panels and are waiting on the EG4 5600EX inverters (backordered) so we decided to try hooking up 2 of the CS 445's to see how they'd do with it. Within seconds of turning it on, we were getting 750 watts of PV charge and had the battery charged to 100% in under an hour. We're going to put away those little foldable panels for good and enjoy some solar for the first time in a while.
Someone said on a previous video I seen that if a shadow passes in front of them panels they drop. And don't go back up unless you unplug them first. Which if true is really disappointing
@@Alberthoward3right9up I never had that issue, they would continue to charge just fine all day long, they're just not enough to charge the battery up very quickly. I would adjust them to directly face the sun as much as possible to improve performance, but didn't have any issues with clouds forcing me to unplug them. Hope this info helps.
Excellent video and very explanatory.
You sold me on this Bluetti AC300 unit!
Our unit is on it’s way!
I appreciate all your videos that I’ve seen.
You’ve been a big help for me in understanding and clearing up my questions regarding various solar products and how to proceed with our solar projects. Thank you!
I wish I knew if there is anything to worry about from a safety standpoint. I'd be afraid of destroying these things
I am learning so much from you, Will. I can't thank you enough. Just know that I am grateful that you are sharing your knowledge with us.
What an amazing bundle! I'm hoping I can get something like this for a home power back up system! Thanks!
Excellent speaker. He annunciates every word clearly, and this I certainly respect. Thank you.
Hey Will! Excellent! You have thoroughly reviewed the Bluetti AC300 solar power generator. In my opinion, Bluetti must also supply larger battery modules including the B500(5000Wh), which gives portability and longer runtime when needed for work or RV trips/travel.
I have to point out that people living in the country that have their own deep water wells usually require 240 VAC for the pumps. RVs may not require 240 V but homeowners often do. I really enjoy your videos so please keep up the good work.
I think most well pumps would require more surge wattage than this thing will put out.
@@farmerjhemp it’s an ammo can power bank
@@farmerjhemp Most residential, non-commercial well pumps are around 1,000 watts and start up surge less than 3,000, so two of these using Bluetti 240v connector should work for most residential well pumps. As a home owner, confirm the HP (and constant draw and start up draw) of your pump before sizing your backup system and test after installation.
@@MrChadx1 but 2 of this system is pretty expensive....for a generator...
@@angelsuniverse6021 Indeed they are. But that wasn't the subject. We were discussing the surge wattage of well pumps.
That was one of the most concise and comprehensive reviews I've ever watched man.
I'm impressed, and good review. Looks like a capable well built unit, with good expansion capabilities, and you hit all of the salient points.
Except the capacity test. Will Always does a capacity test, err well not this time though.
Your videoes on this topic is almost always the best there is on YT. Keep up the good work!
I agree that his videos are very good, but there's also Minuteman prep and their styles and paradigms seem to complement one another.
A new back to the office employee who shares ideas with others at Bluetti so great products are made
Thank you I respect your opinion I experience your comments are very easy to understand, you speak clear and motivate very good. I have being looking information for about 6 months now and appreciate your videos very high thank you very much
Will, your such a rags to riches inspiration to folk embracing this technology - hugs from UK
You and Hobotech keep these companies on their toes. Great vid.
Yes I bought 2 AC300 and2 B300 can’t wait to start the beast good video thanks
Insane, I just got the eb120....this is way out of my league. Great video
Can’t wait to see your review on the new AC500
This model looks like my next system. Thank you 😊
I'm always surprised this Chanel doesn't have more subscribers.
G'Day Will from downunder, great job with your videos mate which i find very informative and interesting.
U sold me on it ty ur the boss on solar system reviews
While in many respects the Bluetti Power Stations are well designed, there is a serious flaw that I have measured in my two Bluetti AC300/B300 units (and my AC200 model). My plan was to use the AC300/B300 units for backup power, a common usage. The problem is that these units, like my AC200, show a very high no-load power drain. When the AC300/B300 units are turned on and the AC mode switch is also turned on (as would be common for the use as backup power) there is a power drain of 60 watts with nothing plugged in or with devices plugged in but not turned on (based multiple tests). Over the course of a day about 60x24 or 1440 watt-hours will be used even if nothing is actually powered. This is almost half of the B300 battery capacity, a serious waste of capacity Based on similar tests my AC200 draws 35-40 watts of power with AC on and no load. (Also the battery current is 0.7 amps and the voltage is about 51 volts with AC on and no load). Others have reported very similar results for the AC200 and AC200P on the internet. I have reported these concerns to Bluetti over a month ago with no response so far. Also, because of this I left a 3-star review on the Bluetti web site. However, they would not post it, apparently allowing only 5-star reviews. The no-load power draw for these units is about four times as large as for my other power stations. There is also a smaller power draw observed by just turning the units on with no AC or DC on (0.1 amps for my AC200) or with DC only on (0.2 amps for my AC200), but the worst and unacceptable drain is the background no-load power usage with AC on.
How did you test this? You found a total of 60 watts drainage across all of the receptacle outlets with your meter?
Experienced similar discharging when AC is left on & no other loads. Dead in 2 days w/1 battery. A bit longer w/2 batteries.
Your reviews are epic, thank you.
Very knowledgeable and well presented review. First video I've seen, new subscriber now!
Excellent review Will!
5:46 allpowers have had this for a long time but over Bluetooth it's nice to see WiFi on this model you are right it's very handy
Thanks, this type if system is setting new standards in small off grid power. I can imagine many buying it just to have power assurance in event of grid failure
Hi Will, I believe you are doing a great job and might be interested in helping with the following problem: After buying a Bluetti AC300 and B300 battery, taking it up to our RV and setting it up I discovered what seems to be a norm, there is a "floating ground". This is not explained in any of the documents from Bluetti. This means In other words, no ground. This is a problem for me because I have a good energy monitoring system installed in my RV that looks at voltage, amps, hertz, checks for wiring incorrectness and has surge protection. This system shuts down the trailer whenever things are not safe. I want to have shore power supply the Bluetti and have the Trailer plugged into the 30amp Bluetti AC outlet. As soon as I plug in the RV my energy monitoring equipment blocks the power from proceeding into the trailer. The error message is "Open Ground". I have tried bypassing the monitoring system and testing my outlets. They all are now "Open Ground". I do not consider this safe. Any ideas on how to proceed grounding my Bluetti? I have tried to email Bluetti, they don't seem to want to answer this question.
They make neutral-ground bonding plugs that plug into one of the receptacles for gas generators with a floating neutral. Maybe that would solve your problem.
I ordered the AC300/2 B300/3 solar panel package one minute after they went live at 7pm. If all goes smoothly with that system upon arrival and testing, I plan on adding another AC300, more battery packs, and tying to the panel of my house, which as you mention with two AC300 units, would get me to 240 to run my well pump. With a ground mount solar array, this battery system, well, and septic on our property= OFF GRID BABEEE!! Now I just need Tesla to get going and finally send me my preordered Starlink system . . . ;-)
I bought an AC200 max 3 months ago for the camper van I am building... and I already know that I will replace it with the AC300. To me, just the fact that it can be remotely controlled justifies the upgrade IF the capacity issue you mentioned gets fixed. Thanks William for your good review!
Hi Will,
I strongly think it’s the perfect time for you to build the Ultimate power system and show all those companies out there how it really should be done. I see all your comments you made during the past years there all good. Imagine Will how much you could change. I know in year or two competition is going to be really up there since it’s obvious people are so into it. I have good feeling you gonna go with 4000 watts or even higher system and make super compact and lightweight that’s when everything would start changing.
I've been waiting for this
It’s funny that you are doing this review today because I was speaking to my wife about this for our home. This seems to to be an excellent plug and play backup solution. 👍🏽
Excellent, excellent review. Thank you a lot. And quite decent product.
Thanks as always! Dunno how you keep making time for all these videos! They are all helpful!
I was sold by the bluetti review and ordered it. That was in the middle of September. I was told an October delivery. It is now December. Twice I have been told that the hangup is off the coast where these poor crew members have now been sitting for nearly 3 months. I don't believe it. BEWARE.
What would be some good recommendations for rigid solar panels instead of the Bluetti ones?
Hi Will. Love ur videos. Please put together a video for a complete "optimum" (not budget) bus / van conversion for an amateur builder. Right-sized for a/c, fridge, pumps, lights, efficient electric heater or heat pump recommendation, hot water heater, etc. Date is 2021 (and update each year) with the most recent tech / improvements. Solar, inverters, batteries, battery to battery charger, AC plug-in option, management, iPhone connectivity, maintenance, safety, fire-protection, etc. All of us amateurs need help building safe, reliable, right-sized systems for vans, schoolies, boats, etc.
This would be good for a little cabin or sizeable camper. The AC200MAX B230s work great in my truck camper. Great video as always.
Great review, you have taught me a lot in such a short amount of time. Thank you for making the content. Could you possibly see how the AC 200 Max works with the B300 batteries and see if you have the same charging complications with the b230 batteries that you had in your ac 200 max review. Just getting into solar generators and just wounding how the ac 200max would work with the b300 batteries. I am looking at the ac 200 max for general home use as back up power supply with possible expansion in the future if it is needed. Thoughts? Also looking at the ecoflow pro vs max and waiting to see what your thoughts are when you get your hands on them. Thank you again for making great content. Best.
It's a great review Will 👍
along with most the stuff you mentioned, i would also like them to have "stack ports" instead of, or in addition to, the cables. having a little port that opens up on the top and bottom of each unit, so that if you stack them, they can connect just via being stacked (and the cover being removed for the ports, of course). Great video as always Will :)
I agree that with such a nice tidy stacking unit, having big bulky cables sticking out from the side make it a bit of a packaging problem when trying to build this into a van build as I am interested in using it for. Im not sure I want to rely on your idea of interconnecting sockets when stacked. While really slick IF used that way I think it also limits options such as low profile horizontal arrangement. I would like to see 90 degree plugs on the cables for a neater installation either way.
with this you go into a route of propiatary and in a physical shape and size locked system with a short (or long caple run as shown in the wiring picture) you can be more versatile in placement of the inits in relation to each other but also in size or physical shape of future expantion modules if change is needet
one batterie modul is very heva y and you will not only put it in place but also in the same move connect it electrical with a reliable connection for years?
where do you want to place your stacking ports? on top or bottom? left or right? center? long or short sidepànels? and all have to work for a long time even in vibrationg and moving applikations like in RV and shifting motions with that heavy things while staying mechanical and electical sound all together all the time?
srs but its a bad idea if you thing about it for longer
@@Total_Egal right, which is why i said one of the options would be to have those ports in addition to having the cables. that way if you desire, you can have a stack without all the wiring, or if needed, you can still connect your batteries with the cables.
Would look clean in cabinet 🗄️ so you wouldn't see the cables. But it would be super clean like you said.
Thank you so much, you are the best teacher I ever had.
Great video Will.
Regarding the design, YES, compared to the other models they feel and look cheap, these AC300 models appear well made and well though out.
My wife and I are moving into a full size school bus and want sufficient power. We’ve watched almost all of your cast because we believe you are one of the smartest young men we’ve ever come across.
We want to know what plug and play system would be best for us considering I’d burn the bus down trying to hook up the stuff you do.
1. Small occasional welder 110 V
2. Washer, dryer 110v
3. Mini split A/c single with heat… most time using diesel heater or wood stove during the day. Night time space heater or mini split ????
4. Trying for RV fridge 12v / propane.
5. All LED LIGHTS
6. Possible hot plate type stove!!!
7. Typical med size tv
8. Toaster oven / microwave / toaster / blender.
Have you figured out which system would work for you? I'm king of in the same boat. I live in a 30' motorhome and would like a plug'n play system.
Same boat as you guys. Any advice appreciated
I personally am thinking about the 300 48 system with 1 battery!!!
@@rickhoskins5524 what do you think you could run on you 1-8 list with 1 battery? How much solar panel will you need?
@@fightintheshade I’m hoping 12v trucker refrigerator, LED lighting, induction cook top, medium tv, microwave, mini split ac. Plus small charging ports for phones and such without worrying about power interruption.
Great review!! I have to say that touch screen thing is a serious issue as far as I'm concerned. Not just for this unit, but anything out there that relies on touch screen only to operate the on and off.
I like the versatility. Could have a few of these in a camper van charging off solar.
Finally Bluertti, awesome review... love there is an app and the updated configuration is awesome. This makes more sense for van or camper for boondock or backup.
I'm getting it, little by little!
It was a great review, and says a lot of good for Bluetti too. Clear Skys ; )
PASS THRU GRID CHARGE FAILS WHEN DRAWING 1500w!
Tur This is a fantastic review and based on this, I did get the AC 300 and B300 battery set up… I did not see in your test and I’m having problems
In one scenario, I am charging the B 300s connected to the AC 300 via “grid charge“ actually a pure sine wave generator which charges at 1750 W… Everything works great. As long as the concurrent AC draw is less than 1500 W that is a offgrid Fraser/LED lights… However when I use 1500 W or above and always less than 2000 I’ve tested… The AC 300 shuts down and then restarts… This is not a trip of a breaker
The sign wave generator powering the grid component does not flip a breaker… It does not in any way, pause or fail… This is completely an AC 300 shut down and restart without any error codes whatsoever… I know three other people that this has occurred with it does not occur during PV charging only grid charging does the can you address the pass-through error on the AC 300 that occurs when a draw Such as this which I believe is called pass-through
One final note… If I unplug the “grid power“ that is, it is running standalone by itself. I have absolutely no shut down problems that is without pass-through concurrency. The AC 300 works just fine. I put a killawatt meter on and then watching at the coffee maker, will do the same thing it draws 900 watch with a 1500 W surge and it completely shuts the AC down to a restart but only when it’s plugged up charging with grid power standalone this is not an issue. Can you address this please
How do you compare this to the Oepus Mega 3? Didn't know if you had any experience with that as well.
Great video! A lot of great information.
It's just amazing how this technology is advancing. In 5 years we'll have a 10K watt unit with all the features that weighs 20 pounds!
Not until battery technology advances, and that is at a standstill currently.
That thing is beautiful, nice video - thanks.
Great review love this unit
I have an AC200 and I'm disappointed to see essentially the same display on this new unit. I find the % of charge display on the AC200 seriously lacking without an amp hour or watt hour meter. My experience with this display is that the % charge drops much more quickly than I expect when discharging, and rises much more quickly in the final 20-30% of charging than during earlier stages. This makes me suspect that it is based on battery voltage instead of current or power used and replenished. I have no reliable way of knowing how the battery is performing, or how many watt hours remain available when the unit is partially discharged. I was surprised that you did not mention this in your review.
Great review. Here in the U.K. we would need the 240 volt output box.
Just placed my pre-order.
Thanks so much for this great content!
The new guy was you! You were listened to and respected.
I was just thinking when are they going to hire him?!
Awesome review dude!
I’ve learned so much from all your videos. One thing I wonder has been can u add a wind turbine? With any of the builds u have done . Also can a wind turbine be hooked up to the ac300 or just solar ? Thank you for making informative content.
As a first timer, I've been contemplating a solar system to help offset the one continuous substantial draw I have in my house: my home-based computer server setup. Something like this AC300 looks like it could be a great and simple (i.e.: moron proof) way to get that load on renewable energy. I'm especially intrigued by the fact it can take in main power and act like a UPS. It would need some form of comms to at least one system in the rack, so I can execute a graceful shutdown if needed.
I had no knowledge of solar before getting deciding on The bluetti ac200 about 6 months ago.. I love the unit and everything was easy to set up with the solar I bought with it- I use it everyday for my cpu and charging my phones etc... great investment and look forward to going off grid in the near future👍👍
Bluetti needs to hire you.
I love your channel and reviews but I can’t find anywhere what your ultimate recommendation is for solar generator & panel kit would be. Thank you!
Great review, thanks!
Excellent information. Thanks. I would really appreciate an explanation of the EV charging ability. That would be a very useful feature.
At the pace of battery / system development, I can envision a much better setup with double the capacity at the same price in a few years (regardless of the brand). Thanks for the review Will. The constantly evolving market is going to keep you busy for decades. Eventually you may want to consider an apprenticeship program. You could probably house two or three people a couple of times a year and give them projects at your compound. Their mistakes and successes would result in interesting educational video content.
I go for the programa , never mini that im in colombia S.A.. that esa my thinking since day one i round Will. Lets do it
I think I would like to be able to use this with the high output alternator on my car as a source for charging. You can daisy chain alternators, so 400amp x 2,3, or 4 would be a hella fast to put juice back in the batteries. Then you could just swap the batteries out in your barn, or garage eliminating the need for grid connection. (Recharge on your way to work, if the trip is long enough... So many possibilities). 210 output would be sweet. Battery operated welder or kiln.
I heard, that if you plug in, say a 300w inverter, into car DC port, and then use the AC plug outlet, you are now charging with AC on the go
Will, if you were using this in a cold environment is there a way to keep the cells warm?
Awesome job on the videos. Love learning from your style.
Just bought one with one battery, and a 200 watt solar panel, will probably get another battery, plus I’m going to set it up on a hand cart for power outages. I would go the 240 volt route, but my main panel is located on the opposite side of my house, if I did then I would have spent the money for a full on-grid system. 😊
Fantastic review!
Wow bluetti is really stepping up their game. Seems like a great plug and play system.
Thank you Will, ordered a setup. Had issues using your code, had to drop the “DIY”. Just want to make sure you get the credit.
what is the coupon code? I went to the sight and it just took the discount off. if there is a promo code please tell me. I do not see it. thank you
i see the code now...nevermind. thank you
I am waiting for one of these solar power systems that would replace a 5kW gas generator used for a 240v well pump, oil furnace, sump pump, and refrigerator/freezer. I would use it full time to save on grid power and as a backup when the grid goes down that would provide unlimited power for these critical loads.
A bigger power system us what we need ..I like the separate battery idea and expandable is great.
Just bought mine. 2 x AC300, 2 x B300, 1 x P030A. I will use these as 2 separate UPS' until I get a critical loads panel installed. If the grid goes down, I can recharge from the Secure Power Supply (2000 watts) of my SMA grid tie inverter through the day if the sun is shining . Between Will's and HOBO's reviews, I'm sold. This method beats the other, more expensive, set up I was considering. Let's hope I made the right choice.
Curious what the other set up you were considering was.
Keeping in mind that I am not an all in DIY'er when electricity is invovled, The other set up I was looking at was a complete system to go with my currently installed grid tied SMA Sunny Boy inverter.
I was going to add the SMA Automatic back up unit, SMA Sunny Boy Storage inverter to charge the batteries and communicate with the Sunny Boy inverter currently installed, then an all in one battery. Likely a BYD Box 10kwh.
This can be purchased from ecodirect as a package for $13500 plus shipping. Then there is installation. The Bluetti package came in at half that price. Add another $1000 ish to buy and have the transfer switch installed and my cost is about half of what it would have cost me just to get the parts for the other system.
With the Bluetti package, all I will need to have an electrician install is the transfer switch. I can add more batteries to the Bluetti later to get to or surpass the 10kwh storage of the BYD Box.
My installed SMA inverter has the secure power supply feature which give me 2 AC outlets for up to 2000 watts from my solar panel if the grid is down and the sun is shinning. I will use this secure power supply to charge the Bluetti via AC if needed.
It would be great, if bluetti would offer more different compatible battery extensions. I was happy to see a 20kg option, but now the only compatible battery is larger storage and again 30kg. This limits easy mobility. Would be great to see the B230 made compatible with the AC300.
You have grown this channel very good
Good job Will love your channel
This is on my wish list. I have a Delta Pro which has been fickle with a small air conditioner and heater. I will return (thanks Costco) and get a. Bluetti. Thanks Will! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💕.
What's the total running watts for both as well as surge watts? Sounds like you might be maxing out the unit. Might consider the extra battery.
800 watts on the heater, 425 watts on the a/c. Ran on separate DP units…
30 Amps is what the plug is rated for and what it's fused at. I'm sure there's other over current protection so the user will have to manage the power load.
I'm waiting for one of these systems to get delivered (AC300+B300+ 3 PV200 solar panels).
I'm getting it for my RV and as a backup for 3 fridges, Starlink, and a few laptops. Seems like it'll be able to handle it!
If my gas generator (1800watt) can handle it, I bet this can too. It'll be nice to save on gas costs and maybe even get off gas eventually.
Great job! Very helpful!
Sounds like Bluetti is really taking the lead in serious solar systems.
Thanks so much for your sharing, good job
The “new guy” that they got is you, Will!
Just preordered