BLUETTI AC180
A 1,152 Wh LiFePO4 portable power station with 1,800 W of AC output and a 5-year warranty.
- Best for high output and solar
- Power station
- 1,152 Wh
- 5-year warranty
- Capacity: 1,152 Wh with LiFePO4 cells rated for 3,500+ cycles to 80%.
- Output: 1,800 W continuous across two AC outlets, and 2,700 W in Power Lifting Mode.
- Charges from the mains at up to 1,440 W or from solar at up to 500 W.
- Weighs about 16 kg.
Not tested by us
We have not tested the BLUETTI AC180. The figures on this page come from the sources listed at the end of the page, checked on 10 November 2026, and we do not show prices. "Best for" is based on what the maker says the product is designed for, not on our own tests.
Key figures
1,152 Wh
Capacity
1,800 W
AC output (2,700 W lifting mode)
1,440 W
Maximum AC charging
Specifications
Last checked on 10 November 2026. The grey text under each name explains what the value means.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage | |
| CapacityHow much energy the battery stores. Bigger means longer runtime or more of your own solar power used later. | 1,152 Wh (36 Ah) |
| Battery chemistryLFP (lithium iron phosphate) cells are known for long life and stable behaviour with heat. | LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate) |
| Cycle lifeHow many full charge and discharge cycles the cells are rated for before they hold less than the stated share of their original capacity. | 3,500+ cycles to 80% of original capacity |
| ExpansionExtra battery units that add storage to the same system. | Not stated on this page |
| Output | |
| AC output (continuous)The power it can deliver all the time. Add up the watts of what you want to run at once and stay below this. | 1,800 W in total, 2 outlets (230 V, 7.8 A each), pure sine wave |
| Power Lifting ModeA mode that runs some heating devices above the normal output rating. Only for devices that allow it. | 2,700 W for heating devices such as space heaters and hair dryers |
| USB-APorts for phones, tablets and small devices. | 2 ports, 5 V 3 A |
| USB-CPorts for laptops, phones and tablets. Power delivery up to 100 W can charge most laptops. | 1 port, 100 W max |
| Car outletA 12 V socket like the one in a car, for car accessories. | 1 regulated port, 12 V 10 A |
| Wireless chargingA pad on the unit that charges a compatible phone without a cable. | 1 pad, 15 W max |
| Charging | |
| AC chargingHow fast it charges from a wall socket. Higher means a shorter wait. | 1,440 W max |
| Time to charge from the mainsHow long a full charge takes from a wall socket. | About 1.3-1.8 hours in Turbo mode; 0-80% in 45 minutes |
| Solar inputHow much solar panel power it accepts. A higher figure fills the battery faster on a sunny day. | 500 W max, 12-60 V DC, 10 A |
| Solar charging timeHow long a full charge takes from solar panels, in the conditions the maker names. | About 2.8-3.3 hours in prime sunshine, ideal orientation and low temperature |
| Car chargingCharging from a car's 12 V or 24 V socket while driving. Slow, but useful on the road. | 12 V or 24 V through the car outlet: about 12-12.5 hours at 100 W, 6.3-6.8 hours at 200 W |
| Pass-through chargingWhether it can power devices while it is itself being charged. | Yes |
| Backup switchover (EPS)What happens when the grid fails. EPS means it takes over automatically. | Not stated |
| Housing and warranty | |
| Dimensions (L × W × H)Check the space before you buy, including room around it for airflow and cables. | 340 × 247 × 317 mm |
| WeightMatters for lifting, wall mounting and moving it. | About 16 kg in the specifications (the marketing text says 17 kg) |
| Operating temperatureThe range it is rated to work in. Cold and heat can reduce performance. | Discharging -20 to 40 °C (output limited to 1,500 W at 30-40 °C); charging 0 to 40 °C |
| Noise levelFan noise while working. | Not stated |
| WarrantyThe period the maker covers. Read the terms: conditions and capacity guarantees differ. | 5 years |
How long will it run your devices?
Choose how many of each device you want to run at the same time. The wattages are typical figures, so check the label on your own devices.
| Device | Typical power | How many |
|---|---|---|
| 10 W | ||
| 10 W | ||
| 15 W | ||
| 60 W | ||
| 80 W | ||
| 80 W | ||
| 40 W | ||
| 1,000 W | ||
| 2,000 W | ||
| 1,000 W | ||
| W |
The estimate assumes 85% of the rated capacity is usable after conversion losses. BLUETTI does not state this figure, so we use a cautious assumption. Real running times vary with temperature, battery age and how each device draws power.
Compatible with
What BLUETTI says this product works with. Anything not listed here is not confirmed.
- Extra batteries
- The page does not state this. BLUETTI lists expansion batteries elsewhere, which we did not read.
- Solar panels
- Solar input is 12-60 V DC, 10 A and 500 W at most. BLUETTI's charging times use its PV420, PV350 and PV200 panels.
- App
- The BLUETTI app for remote control and real-time monitoring.
Rules where you live
A portable power station is not wired into your home, so it is simple to use almost anywhere. Connecting one to your home circuits to power the house is different, and the rules for that vary by country. See our country guides for the rules, incentives and prices where you live.
Strengths and things to check
Strengths
- 1,800 W continuous output, 2,700 W in Power Lifting Mode
- Fast mains charging at up to 1,440 W
- Up to 500 W of solar input
- Wireless charging pad and 100 W USB-C
- 5-year warranty
Worth checking before you buy
- Heavy at about 16 kg for 1,152 Wh
- Power Lifting Mode suits only some devices (heating devices)
- The page does not state the UPS switchover time, noise level or IP rating
- Not a home battery: do not connect it to your home circuits in a way that lets it feed the house
Change log
We record changes to this page here, so you can see when figures such as the warranty were last updated.
- 10 November 2026
- Page published. Warranty at publication: 5 years (BLUETTI UK product page).
Where this information comes from
We have not tested the AC180. Every figure above comes from BLUETTI's UK product page, last checked on 10 November 2026. A value that the page does not state is shown as not stated. The AC180 is a different product from the AC180P (1,440 Wh), which has other specifications.
We do not show prices, because they change often and differ between sellers.
- Manufacturer BLUETTI UK AC180 page
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Common questions about BLUETTI AC180
Can the AC180 run a fridge?
Most fridges draw well under 1,800 W, so the output is rarely the limit; capacity is. Divide 1,152 Wh by the fridge's average draw for a rough running time, which will be lower in practice because of conversion losses.
What is Power Lifting Mode?
BLUETTI says it lets the AC180 run heating devices such as space heaters and hair dryers at up to 2,700 W. It is meant for some devices only, so check your device's label.
Is the AC180 the same as a home battery?
No. It is a portable power station that you plug devices into. An installed home battery is wired into your electrics by an electrician. See our guide to plug-in and installed home batteries.
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