BLUETTI AC200MAX Review: High-Capacity, Powerful, and Worth the Price

The BLUETTI AC200MAX can power basically anything, from small gadgets like phones and laptops, to larger appliances like microwaves, coffee makers, power tool chargers, and even office printers and refrigerators. Whether you need to power your RV, or run essential home appliances during a power outage, the AC200MAX is an exceptional backup battery power source. It also works great for #vanlife enthusiasts.

What we love about the Bluetti AC200MAX

• High Capacity Battery Expansion

The AC200MAX battery expansion capabilities are really what makes this product shine. The battery capacity can be doubled to 6,144Wh by adding two B230 expansion packs, or tripled to 8,192Wh by adding two B300 packs. This allows you to transform the AC200MAX from a single portable power station to a full-range, super high-power, complete home backup system.

• Diverse Selection of 14 Outlet Ports

The AC200MAX includes AC outlets, RV outlet, 1 carport, USB-A ports, USB-C ports, and wireless charging pads.

• 7 Ways to Recharge

AC, solar, car, generator, lead battery, AC+solar,

What are the features of BLUETTI AC200MAX?

• CAPACITY: The unit comes with a capacity of 2,048Wh, and can be expanded up to 8,192Wh by adding up to two B300 battery modules.
• OUTPUT: It has an output of 2,200W AC with a Pure Sine Wave Inverter and an additional 4,800W surge.
• LIFE CYCLE: The AC200MAX has long-lasting LiFePO4 batteries with a life cycle of 3,500 charges to 80%, which roughly equates to 10 years of daily use.
• INVERTER: Pure Sine Wave
• RECHARGE OPTIONS:
  • AC Recharge: The AC200MAX can be charged via one AC jack in 4.5 hours (500W max) or by connecting a second AC source to the PV input for a total max of 1400W input power and a charge time of 2.5 hours.
  • Solar Recharge: With a Voc range of 10-145V, the AC200MAX can charge via a solo solar panel setup with a max input power of 900W in about 3 hours.
  • Car Recharge: The AC200MAX can be charged using the 12V cigarette lighter port in a car.
  • Generator Recharge: The AC200MAX can be charged using a generator and the NEMA TT-30 port.
  • Lead Battery Recharge: The AC200MAX can be charged in about 4-5 hours using a lead battery by connecting it to the T500 adaptor barrel input.
  • Dual AC Recharge: The AC200MAX can be charged using dual AC sources for a total max of 1000W input power and a charge time of 2.5 hours.
  • AC + Solar Recharge: The AC200MAX can be charged using a combination of AC and solar power for a theoretical total max of 1400W input power and a charge time of 2 hours.
• OUTLET PORTS:
  • 14 Total
  • The AC200MAX offers an excellent assortment of ports with a maximum output of 1400W
  • 4 AC ports (120V)
  • The relatively rare NEMA TT-30 for RV/trailer/generator use
  • 4 USB type-A ports (2 standard, 2 quick-charge)
  • USB type-C (100W)
  • 12V DC ports (x2)
  • Regular 12V cigarette lighter port
  • 12V/30A RV port
  • 2 15W wireless pads that use Qi wireless protocol, and can charge up to 2 phones
• WEIGHT: It’s portable at about 60 lbs., which is about 20-30 pounds lighter than comparable power stations like the Goal Zero. This makes it easy to carry for off-grid power.
• WARRANTY: 4 years
• PRICE: $1,999 – $1,599 (you can sometimes find them on sale from Bluetti)
• Long lasting LiFePO4 battery
• 7 options to recharge
• 4 year warranty
• Smart control and monitor app
• MPTT to optimize solar charging
• BlueTooth enabled
• Dual AC charging
• Pass through charging

Bluetti AC200MAX Pro Tips:

• PRO TIP 1: Install a manual transfer switch for the Bluetti AC200MAX to switch between grid power and generator power for specific circuits in the home.
• PRO TIP 2: The AC200MAX is compatible with any brand of solar panel as long as it meets the required 10 Volts of input and there’s enough sunlight.
• PRO TIP 3: Be careful when charging multiple high-power things at the same time, like CPAP machines, microwaves, or space heaters. More than 2-3 high-wattage devices at the same time will quickly zap the battery.
• SAFETY TIPS: Handle with care to ensure longevity, avoid exposure to rain and extreme temperatures, store in a cool and dry place when not in use, don’t let the battery discharge to 0% for long periods of time, don’t let the battery overcharge past 100%.

How does the Bluetti AC200MAX compare to the Jackery Explorer 2000 Pro and Goal Zero 1500X?

These models are comparable in terms of capacity and output. How do they stack up against each other?

• Bluetti provides more capacity, outlet ports, and recharge options.
• Goal Zero YETI offers the most AC output.
• Jackery offers the best warranty coverage.

Goal Zero YETI 1500X

• Capacity: 1,516Wh
• Output: 2 AC ports with a total output of 2,000W, and 3,500W surge.
• Ports:
  • 120V AC 60Hz
  • USB-A 5V up to 2.4A
  • USB-C 5V, 12V, up to 3.0A
  • USB-C Power Delivery (PD)
  • 12V car cigarette lighter port
  • Power Pole port 12V, up to 15A
• Warranty: 2 years
• Price: $1,799.95

Jackery Explorer 2000 Pro

• Capacity: 2,160Wh
• Output: 3 AC ports with a total output of 2,200W, and 4,400W surge.
• Ports:
  • 110V / 120V AC 60Hz, 12.5A
  • USB-A Quick Charge 3.0
  • USB-C Power Delivery PD 5-20V, up to 3.0A
  • USB-C 5V, 9V, 12V, 15V, 20V up to 5A
  • 12V car cigarette lighter port
• Warranty: 5 years
• Price: $ 2,099

If you need less capacity and power at a more budget friendly price, check out the affordably priced, feature-rich BLUETTI EB3A.