BLUETTI EP500Pro vs BLUETTI EP500
Two large 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: about the same (5,100 Wh vs 5,120 Wh).
- More AC output: BLUETTI EP500Pro, 3,000 W vs 2,000 W.
- Higher surge: BLUETTI EP500Pro, 6,000 W vs 4,800 W.
- More solar input: BLUETTI EP500Pro, 2,400 W vs 1,200 W.
- Higher solar voltage limit: about the same (150 V vs 145 V).
- Lighter: BLUETTI EP500, 167 lb vs 182 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: BLUETTI EP500, $2,999 vs $3,499.
EP500Pro and EP500 are the same size class: within 20 Wh of each other. EP500 is the lightest at 167 lb. EP500Pro takes the most solar at 2,400 W, so it refills fastest. EP500 is the cheapest at $2,999.
How long they run common devices
| Device | BLUETTI EP500Pro | BLUETTI EP500 |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 3 days | 3 days |
| CPAP (40 W) | 5 days | 5 days |
| Starlink (100 W) | 43 hours | 44 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 3 days | 3 days |
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 |  BLUETTI |
|---|---|---|
Battery Wh, size | 5,100 Wh fridge about 3 days | 5,120 Wh fridge about 3 days |
AC output W, continuous | 3,000 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear | 2,000 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear |
Surge W, a second or two | 6,000 W motor start-ups | 4,800 W motor start-ups |
Solar input W, max | 2,400 W full in about 3 hours | 1,200 W full in about 6 hours |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | 12 to 150 V room for 3+ panels in series | 55 to 145 V room for 3+ panels in series |
Solar inputs count | 2 inputs PV input | 1 input PV input |
Weight lb | 182 lb wheels or two people | 167 lb wheels or two people |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 28 Wh/lb higher is denser | 31 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $3,499 0.69 $/Wh | $2,999 0.59 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $0.69 lower is better value | $0.59 lower is better value |
| Buy | $3,499 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | $2,999 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 |
Which solar panels work with each
Our checker at 20°F, using each maker's voltage and current rules. Tap a verdict for the wiring and cables.
Where to buy
Out of stock at the BLUETTI store when we checked
Out of stock at the BLUETTI store when we checked
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