Elite 100 v2 review & test

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PART 1 OBSERVATION SUMMARY - PERSONAL OPINIONS

  1. The Elite 100 V2 is a revamp/upgrade to the AC180.
  2. Form factor - The E1V2 is, smaller and lighter than the AC180, by a significant amount, whilst keeping the same sized inverter. A definite plus.
  3. The 11% battery capacity reduction is somewhat offset by improved efficiency, whilst still being a very usable and capable power station.
  4. The removal of the wireless phone charge pad and 2 USB-A ports may not be appreciated by some, however, adding a 2nd USB-C PD at 140W along with other improvements, helps offset this.
  5. The doubling of the DC input Amps to 1,000W is a significant improvement over the 500W of the AC180.
  6. It is definitely quieter than the AC180.
  7. Adding WiFi to a power station of this size for remote control anywhere there is Cell service is something many have asked for and kudos to Bluetti for adding this function.
  8. UPS time controlled charging and charge limits is a definite plus.
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CONCLUSION

  1. If the Elite 100 V2 is meant to be a revamp/upgrade of the AC180, I think Bluetti have nailed it. To fit so much in such a small space is, in my opinion, engineering excellence. The deletion of 2 outputs and slightly less capacity, weighed against, all of the additions and improvements definitely tip the scales to the plus side. It’s a Winner for me.

Note - Lab or Bench testing has its place, however, I, as would many users, be more interested in; Will it do what I want it to in the “Real World”, either at home, or out “Bush”? (Wilderness). That will be Part 2.

Thank you for reading…

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