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Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station vs Bluetti AC180

A spec-by-spec breakdown to settle it. Prices and value metric (cost per usable Wh) included.

Anker
SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station
Bluetti
AC180
Price $499 $499
Battery capacity 1056 Wh 1152 Wh
Usable capacity 950 Wh 1037 Wh
Real usable at outlet (AC) 808 Wh 881 Wh
AC output (continuous) 1800 W 1800 W
Surge output 2400 W 2700 W
Battery chemistry LiFePO4 LiFePO4
Rated cycle life 3000 cycles 3500 cycles
Max solar input 600 W 500 W
Expandable Yes No
Weight 24.9 lb 35.3 lb
Warranty 5 yrs 5 yrs
Cost per usable Wh $0.526/Wh $0.482/Wh
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Bottom line

For pure value, the Bluetti AC180 wins on cost per usable Wh. Need the most capacity? The Bluetti AC180 holds 1152 Wh. Prioritizing portability? The Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station is lighter at 24.9 lb. Match the choice to how you scored on the sizing calculator.

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