BLUETTI AC180 vs EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic
Two 1,000 Wh class power stations, number by number. Neither is ranked above the other. Every spec comes from each maker's manual or product page; tap a station for the source.
- Bigger battery: BLUETTI AC180, 1,152 Wh vs 1,024 Wh.
- More AC output: about the same (1,800 W vs 1,800 W).
- Higher surge: EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic, 3,600 W vs 2,700 W.
- More solar input: about the same (500 W vs 500 W).
- Higher solar voltage limit: about the same (60 V vs 60 V).
- Lighter: EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic, 26.6 lb vs 35.3 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: about the same ($499 vs $499).
AC180 and DELTA 3 Classic are the same size class: within 128 Wh of each other. DELTA 3 Classic is the lightest at 26.6 lb. AC180 and DELTA 3 Classic take the most solar at 500 W, so they refill fastest. AC180 and DELTA 3 Classic are the cheapest at $499.
How long they run common devices
| Device | BLUETTI AC180 | EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 16 hours | 15 hours |
| CPAP (40 W) | 24 hours | 22 hours |
| Starlink (100 W) | 10 hours | 8.5 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 16 hours | 15 hours |
On a full charge, assuming 85% of the battery is usable. Real devices vary; check the label on yours.
Every spec side by side
| Spec |  BLUETTI |  EcoFlow |
|---|---|---|
Battery Wh, size | 1,152 Wh fridge about 16 hours | 1,024 Wh fridge about 15 hours |
AC output W, continuous | 1,800 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear | 1,800 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear |
Surge W, a second or two | 2,700 W motor start-ups | 3,600 W motor start-ups |
Solar input W, max | 500 W full in about 3.5 hours | 500 W full in about 3 hours |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | 12 to 60 V 2 panels in series fits | 11 to 60 V 2 panels in series fits |
Solar inputs count | 1 input DC7909 | 1 input Solar/Car input (XT60i) |
Weight lb | 35.3 lb two hands | 26.6 lb two hands |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 33 Wh/lb higher is denser | 38 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $499 0.43 $/Wh | $499 0.49 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $0.43 lower is better value | $0.49 lower is better value |
| Buy | $499 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | $499 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 |
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