Bluetti AC180 - Anker C1000 - EcoFlow Delta 2 - HEAD TO HEAD! Which one WINS?!

Summary

In this comprehensive review, three top midsize power stations—the Anker C1000, Blu EDI AC180, and EcoFlow Delta 2—are tested for performance, noise levels, UPS cutover speed, and usable capacity. The Blu EDI AC180 emerges as the top choice with its larger battery, quiet operation, fastest AC charging, dual charging support, and best price per watt-hour during the Prime Day Sale. The video offers a detailed comparison to help viewers make an informed decision based on performance rather than just specifications.

Takeaways

• 🔋 The Anker C1000, Blu EDI AC180, and EcoFlow Delta 2 are three popular midsize power stations with similar specifications on paper.
• 📊 The video creator conducted a 16-point comparison to determine the best power station based on performance and key features.
• 🌡 During the AC inverter performance test, all models handled an 1800W load with a pure sine wave output, but the Blu EDI AC180 was quieter with a fan noise level of 51 dB.
• 🕒 The Blu EDI AC180 had the fastest UPS cutover time at 8.7 milliseconds, which is important for sensitive devices that require an uninterrupted power supply.
• 🔌 In terms of AC inverter usable capacity, the Blu EDI AC180 had the highest capacity with 990 Wh, followed by the Anker C1000 and EcoFlow Delta 2.
• 🔊 The Delta 2 had the loudest fans at 60 dB, while the Blu EDI AC180 had the quietest operation.
• ⚡ The EcoFlow Delta 2 provided the most DC output power at 143 Watts before shutting down due to overload.
• 🔌 The Blu EDI AC180 had the most USB ports with one 100W USB-C port and four USB-A ports, offering more connectivity options.
• 🔄 The Blu EDI AC180 also had the fastest AC wall charging speed, briefly reaching 400W and averaging around 1200W.
• 🔌 The Anker C1000 had the highest maximum DC or solar input at 600W, making it suitable for those looking for more solar charging capabilities.
• 💰 The Blu EDI AC180 offered the best price per watt-hour at $50 per watt-hour during the sale, providing more value for the price.

Q & A

What are the three midsize power stations mentioned in the script?

The three midsize power stations mentioned are the Anker C1000, the Blue EDI AC10, and the EcoFlow Delta 2.

What common features do these power stations share according to the script?

They all have a lithium iron phosphate battery with around 1,000 watt-hours of capacity, an 18800W pure sine wave inverter, smart app connectivity, good warranties, USB ports, and DC output.

What method did the script use to determine the best power station among the three?

A 16-point comparison sheet based on performance and important features was used, with each power station earning a point for the best performance in each category.

How did the script test the AC inverter performance of the power stations?

The script tested the AC inverter performance by checking if the inverter could handle the max rated output, measuring fan noise level, verifying the pure sine wave output, and observing the voltage output.

What was the difference in fan noise levels among the three power stations under max load?

The Anker C1000 had a fan noise level of 62 dB, the Blue EDI AC10 was quieter at 51 dB, and the EcoFlow Delta 2 was the loudest at 60 dB.

Which power station had the fastest UPS cutover time in the test?

The Blue EDI AC10 had the fastest UPS cutover time at 8.7 milliseconds.

What was the usable capacity result for each power station during the AC inverter discharge test?

The Anker C1000 had 9910 watt-hours, the Blue EDI AC10 had 990 watt-hours, and the EcoFlow Delta 2 had 850 watt-hours.

How did the script evaluate the DC output performance of the power stations?

The script evaluated the DC output performance by determining the maximum DC wattage each model could provide, counting the number of USB ports, checking for wireless charging support, and measuring the usable capacity via DC output.

Which power station had the most USB ports and the highest DC output power?

The EcoFlow Delta 2 had the most USB ports with two USB-C and four USB-A ports and the highest DC output power at 143 watts before shutting down.

What was the result of the charging performance test, including AC wall charging speed and maximum DC or solar input?

The Anker C1000 charged at around 1,000 watts, the Blue EDI AC10 charged at 1,200 watts after an initial 400 watts, and the EcoFlow Delta 2 peaked at 1,200 watts. The Anker C1000 had the highest DC or solar input rating at 600 watts.

Which power station supported dual charging input and gave priority to solar or DC input first?

The Blue EDI AC10 supported dual charging input and gave priority to solar or DC input first.

How did the script compare the compatibility with expansion batteries among the three power stations?

The Anker C1000 and EcoFlow Delta 2 both have expansion battery ports, while the Blue EDI AC10 does not have an expansion battery port but can use Blue ED's expandable batteries with a special adapter plugged into the DC charging port.

Which power station was determined to be the best based on the script's comparison?

The Blue EDI AC10 was determined to be the best based on the comparison due to its largest battery, best price per watt-hour, quiet fans, fastest AC wall charging speed, support for dual charging input, and fastest UPS cutover time.

What was the pricing and value for money analysis for each power station mentioned in the script?

The Anker C1000 was priced at $599 (56 cents per watt-hour), the Blue EDI AC10 at $579 (50 cents per watt-hour), and the EcoFlow Delta 2 at $569 (55 cents per watt-hour), with the Blue EDI AC10 offering the best value for money.

What additional advice does the script provide for potential buyers of these power stations?

The script advises potential buyers to consider the current sale for better pricing, specifically mentioning the early bird Prime Day Sale and the actual Prime Day on July 16th or 17th for additional discounts.

Outlines

00:00

🔋 Midsize Power Station Comparison

This paragraph introduces a comparison of three popular midsize power stations: the Anker C1000, Blu EDI AC10, and EcoFlow Delta 2. The narrator emphasizes the challenge of choosing between them due to their similar specifications on paper, such as lithium iron phosphate batteries with around 1,000 watt-hours of capacity, 18800W pure sine wave inverters, smart app connectivity, and good warranties. To determine the best model, a 16-point comparison sheet is used to evaluate performance and important features, with points awarded to the power station that performs best in each category. The first set of tests focuses on AC inverter performance, including handling max rated output, fan noise level, pure sine wave output, and voltage output. The results show that all power stations can handle 1,800W consistently with a pure sine wave output of at least 121 volts, but the Blu EDI AC10 has the quietest fans at 51 dB compared to the others at 62 dB and 60 dB respectively.

05:02

🚨 UPS Mode and Usable Capacity Testing

The second paragraph delves into the UPS (uninterruptible power supply) mode of the power stations, focusing on the speed of the cutover from main power to battery power. The Blu EDI AC10 outperforms the others with a cutover time of 8.7 milliseconds, compared to 19.2 milliseconds for the Anker C1000 and 19.8 milliseconds for the EcoFlow Delta 2. The paragraph also discusses the usable capacity of each power station when discharged through an AC inverter, with the Blu EDI AC10 again showing the highest capacity at 990 watt-hours, followed by the Anker C1000 at 9910 watt-hours, and the EcoFlow Delta 2 at 850 watt-hours. The current point tally shows the Blu EDI AC10 in the lead with six points, while the Anker C1000 and EcoFlow Delta 2 are tied at three points each.

10:03

🔌 DC Output and Charging Performance Evaluation

This paragraph examines the DC output capabilities of the power stations, including maximum DC wattage, number of USB ports, support for wireless charging, and usable capacity via DC output. The EcoFlow Delta 2 achieves the highest power output at 143 watts before shutting down due to overload. The paragraph also covers charging performance, with the Blu EDI AC10 showing the fastest AC wall charging speed, averaging around 1200 watts. It also supports adjustable AC charging speeds and dual charging input, prioritizing solar or DC input first, which is a unique advantage over the other models. The point tally is updated, with the Anker C1000 at five points, the Blu EDI AC10 at eleven points, and the EcoFlow Delta 2 at eight points.

🔗 Expansion Options and Smart App Features

The final paragraph discusses the compatibility of the power stations with expansion batteries and their smart app connectivity. The Anker C1000 and EcoFlow Delta 2 both have expansion battery ports, allowing for increased capacity, while the Blu EDI AC10 lacks a dedicated expansion port but can use expandable batteries with an adapter. All power stations have user-friendly smart apps for firmware upgrades and settings adjustments. The paragraph concludes with a price comparison, showing the Blu EDI AC10 as the best value at 50 cents per watt-hour, followed by the EcoFlow Delta 2 at 55 cents and the Anker C1000 at 56 cents. The narrator encourages viewers to consider their specific needs and preferences when choosing a power station and to take advantage of the Prime Day Sale for the best prices.

Keywords

💡Midsize Power Stations

Midsize power stations refer to portable energy storage devices that are larger than small personal power banks but smaller than large-scale industrial power solutions. In the video's context, these power stations are compared for their performance and features, with the Anker C1000, Blu EDI AC10, and EcoFlow Delta 2 being the main contenders. They are significant as they are designed to provide substantial power for various applications, such as outdoor activities or emergency backup power.

💡Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery

A Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery is a type of rechargeable battery that uses lithium iron phosphate as the cathode material. It is known for its high safety, long cycle life, and stable performance. In the video, each power station model is equipped with this type of battery, which provides around 1,000 watt-hours of capacity, indicating the amount of energy that can be stored and discharged.

💡Pure Sine Wave Inverter

A pure sine wave inverter is a device that converts direct current (DC) from a battery into alternating current (AC) that can power various electrical devices. The 'pure' aspect refers to the quality of the sine wave, which is important for sensitive electronics that require a clean power source. The video script mentions that each power station has an 1800W pure sine wave inverter, which is tested for performance under load.

💡Smart App Connectivity

Smart App connectivity refers to the ability of a device to connect and be controlled via a smartphone application. This feature allows users to monitor and manage their power stations remotely. In the video, it is noted that all three power stations have this capability, enhancing their user-friendliness and allowing for features such as firmware upgrades and settings adjustments.

💡Warranty

A warranty is a guarantee provided by the manufacturer that the product will be free from defects for a certain period. In the context of the video, good warranties are mentioned as a positive feature of the power stations, which can be an important consideration for consumers when evaluating the reliability and support offered by the manufacturers.

💡AC Inverter Performance

AC inverter performance is a measure of how well an inverter can handle its maximum rated output, maintain a stable voltage, and provide a clean sine wave output. The video script details tests conducted to evaluate the performance of the power stations' inverters under maximum load, including fan noise levels and the quality of the sine wave output.

💡UPS Mode

UPS, or Uninterruptible Power Supply, mode is a feature that allows a power station to act as a backup power source, providing continuous power to connected devices in the event of a power outage. The video discusses the UPS cutover time for each power station, which is the time it takes for the power station to switch to battery power when the main power supply is lost.

💡Usable Capacity

Usable capacity refers to the actual amount of power that can be extracted from a battery under real-world conditions. It is often less than the total capacity due to factors like efficiency losses. The video includes a test to determine the usable capacity of the AC inverter for each power station, with results indicating the amount of power that can be discharged before the battery is depleted.

💡DC Output

DC output is the ability of a power station to provide direct current to charge or power devices that require DC power, such as certain types of batteries or LED lights. The video script discusses the maximum DC wattage that can be drawn from each model, the number of USB ports available for DC charging, and the usable capacity via DC output.

💡Charging Performance

Charging performance pertains to how quickly a power station can recharge its internal battery from an external power source, such as a wall outlet or a solar panel. The video script evaluates the charging performance of each power station, including the fastest AC wall charging speed, adjustable charging speeds, and the maximum DC or solar input.

💡Expansion Battery Port

An expansion battery port allows a power station to connect to an additional battery, effectively increasing the total energy storage capacity. The video script mentions that the Anker C1000 and EcoFlow Delta 2 have such ports, while the Blu EDI AC10 does not, but can still be adapted to use expandable batteries through a DC charging port.

💡Price Per Watt-Hour

Price per watt-hour is a metric used to compare the cost-effectiveness of energy storage devices by calculating the price of the device divided by its energy capacity in watt-hours. The video script provides a breakdown of the price per watt-hour for each power station, which is an important factor for consumers when considering the value for money.

Highlights

Comparison of three popular midsize power stations: Anker C1000, Blu EDI AC10, and EcoFlow Delta 2.

All models have a lithium iron phosphate battery with around 1,000 watt-hours of capacity.

Each power station features an 18800 W pure sine wave inverter and smart app connectivity.

A 16-point comparison sheet was created to determine the best power station based on performance and features.

AC inverter performance test results showed all models could handle 1800 watts with a pure sine wave output.

Fan noise level was a significant differentiator, with the Blu EDI AC10 being the quietest.

UPS mode cutover speed test showed the Blu EDI AC10 with the fastest response at 8.7 milliseconds.

Usable capacity test revealed the Blu EDI AC10 had the most capacity due to its larger battery.

DC output testing showed the EcoFlow Delta 2 could provide the most power at 143 watts.

The EcoFlow Delta 2 had the most USB ports, offering more connectivity options.

Charging performance varied, with the Blu EDI AC10 having the fastest AC wall charging speed.

The Anker C1000 had the highest maximum DC or solar input rating at 600 watts.

Dual charging input test showed the Blu EDI AC10 accepted and prioritized solar or DC input first.

Expansion battery compatibility was present in the Anker C1000 and EcoFlow Delta 2 but not the Blu EDI AC10.

Smart app connectivity was praised for all models, offering firmware upgrades and settings adjustments.

Price per watt-hour analysis showed the Blu EDI AC10 offered the best value at 50 cents per watt-hour.

The Blu EDI AC10 emerged as the top choice based on performance, capacity, noise level, and value for money.

Prime Day Sale is highlighted as an opportunity to get these power stations at discounted prices.

Invitation for viewers to share their thoughts on the comparison and which power station they would choose.

Transcripts

so here on the table I have three of the

most popular midsize power stations over

here we have the ankor c1000 then we

have the Blu EDI ac10 and we have the

ecoflow Delta 2 now one of the most

common questions that I get from my

viewers is Which models should you

choose if you look at the specs on paper

they are very similar for example each

one of these models has a lithium iron

phosphate battery with around 1,000 W

hours of capacity each one has an, 18800

W pure sine wave Inver they all have

Smart App connectivity they have good

warranties USB ports DC output but I

think I found a way to determine which

one is the best over the last couple

weeks I have been extensively testing

each one of these power stations to get

their True Performance I do not want to

do a head-to-head comparison based on

the specifications on the box I've come

with a 16-point comparison sheet based

on performance and important features

and each one of those lines whatever

power station does the best it'll get a

point and as we move down to the bottom

of the sheet hopefully we will have a

total score and whatever one comes out

with the most points will be crowned the

winner now up on the screen you'll see

our first set of tests for the AC

inverter performance now during this

test we'll be seeing if the inverter can

handle the Max rated output we'll be

testing the fan noise level we'll be

testing the pure sine wave output we'll

also see what voltage the inverter puts

out after that test we'll do a ups

cutover test and also test the usable

capacity with the AC inverter let's get

started with each power station so

starting with the ankor c1000 I

connected up an 1800 WT load to the

inverter and it was running this load

just fine looking closer at the oscill

scope it was a pure sine wave output at

122 volts with 60 HZ now under this Max

load the fans were fairly loud at 62 DB

and here's what they sounded

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like I then moved on to testing the

bluei AC 180 with the same 1800 watt

load it was running it just fine

checking with the oscilloscope it was a

pure sine wave output as well right at

121 volts and 60 hertz and the fans are

much more quiet on the blue Edie ac180

at 51 DB here's what those fans sounded

like now what about the ecoflow Delta 2

I connected up the same 1800 W load and

it was running it without any problems

looking closer at the oscilloscope it

did also have a very clean sine wave 122

Vol 60 HZ and the fans are also quite

loud on the Delta 2 at 60 DB and here's

what those fans sounded

like now a quick rundown on the AC

inverter performance for each of these

they were all able to pull the 1800

watts consistently with a pure sine wave

output of at least 121 volts however the

biggest difference was the fan noise so

I want to play those clips side by side

so you guys can tell the difference

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now each one of these power stations

does have a UPS mode or acts as an

uninterruptible power supply but how

fast is the actual cutover well I tested

this on each one the anchor c1000 I

measured 19.2 milliseconds on the blued

ac10 I measured 8.7 milliseconds and on

the ecoflow Delta 2 I measured 19.8

milliseconds so after measuring each one

of these the blue EDI ac180 definitely

came out on top with 8.7 milliseconds

now the final test that we're doing on

the AC inverter for each one of these

power stations is an actual discharge

test to see the usable capacity so when

I was testing the Anker c1000 I got a

total of 9910 WS testing the blue AC 180

I got a total of 990 W hours and the

ecoflow Delta 2 got a result of 850 W

hours so when you compare these side by

side you can see the blue Edie ac180 has

the most capacity due to its slightly

larger battery so let's pause it right

here and do a breakdown of the current

points the Anor c1000 and the Delta 2

are both tied at 3 points the blue Eddie

ac10 is in lead with six points now

there are a bunch of tests to go so

we'll have to see how this turns out so

moving forward with the DC output

testing what's the maximum DC wattage we

can get from each model how many USB

ports does each one have do they support

wireless charging and what's the usable

capacity we can get via the DC output

connecting my battery load tester up to

the anchor c1000 I was able to pull 138

Watts before it shut down from being

overloaded now on the blue Edie ac10 I

was able to get 129 Watts before it shut

down and on the ecoflow Delta 2 I was

able to get 143 Watts so the most power

was on the Delta 2 speaking of USB ports

for each model the anchor c1000 has two

USBC ports one 100 wat port and 1 30 wat

port and two usba ports the blue EDI

ac10 has one 100 Wat USBC port and four

usba ports and the ecoflow Delta 2 comes

out on top with two USBC 100 wat ports

and four usba ports now for usable

capacity I was able to discharge each

one of these using my battery load

tester and these were the results of

each of those tests I was able to get

946 W hours of capacity on the ankor

c1000 the blue eddi ac180 I was able to

get 985 W hours and the ecoflow Delta 28

70 W hours so again we have the most

capacity coming from the bluetti ac10

due to its slightly larger battery now

up on the screen you're going to see a

tally of the points so far in this

comparison the anchor c1000 has three

points the blue Edie ac180 has eight

points and the ecoflow Delta 2 has a

total of five points moving on to our

next testing section it's going to be

based on charging performance how fast

do each of these charge via AC wall

charging do they have adjustable AC wall

charging speeds what's what's the

maximum DC or solar input on each model

and do they support dual charging input

let's find out now each one of these

power stations support internal fast

wall charging they all come with a

charging cable and there are no external

charging bricks required now I wanted to

test the fastest speed for each one the

anchor c1000 charged at around 1,000

Watts the blue EDI ac180 charged briefly

at400 Watts then averaged down around

1200 watts and the ecoflow Delta 2

peaked out at around 12200 Watts input

now each of these do support adjustable

AC charging speeds via the smart app now

what about the maximum DC or solar input

on each one of these power stations keep

in mind each of these have a 60 volt

cuto off so putting solar panels in

series will be an issue on each one of

these now for the anchor c1000 it's

rated at 600 watt and I was able to get

the full 600 WTS input the blue Edie

ac10 is rated at 500 WTS and it was able

to hit that and the ecoflow Delta 2 is

also rated at 500 WTS and it was able to

hit hit that as well so if you're

looking for the most DC or solar input

the anchor c1000 is going to be the way

to go now I also wanted to test dual

charging input from AC and DC input at

the same time and the anchor c1000 did

not accept dual charging it had a

preference to AC charging only when

testing the blue EDI ac10 it did accept

dual charging and it gave a priority to

solar or DC input first so that's really

cool the ecoflow Delta 2 when testing

dual charging did not allow dual

charging it had a preference to AC

charging only so out of all three of

these the Blu ac180 accepted dual

charging and it had a preference to

solar or DC input first so up on the

screen you'll see that we have three

testing sections completed and tallying

up the points for each of these

comparisons the ankor c1000 has a total

of five points the blue EDI ac180 has a

total of 11 points and the ecoflow Delta

2 has a total of s points we only have

one section to go so let's see what

happens now are each of these power

stations compatible with expans

batteries if you look at the side of the

ankor c1000 there is an expansion

battery port where you have the ability

to connect up one additional battery for

a total capacity slightly over 2100 WS

now for the blui ac180 unfortunately

there is no expansion battery port on

this model however you can use Blu Ed's

expandable batteries for other power

stations with a special adapter and you

can plug that into the DC charging port

on this model to get longer run times

but it doesn't function like a real

expansion battery now on the ecoflow

Delta 2 you do have an expansion battery

port on the side of the power station

where you can connect up one additional

battery for a total capacity slightly

over 2,000 WS now what about smart app

connectivity yes each one of these power

stations have an excellent smart app

whether it's the anchor app the blued

app or the ecoflow app you do have the

ability to upgrade the firmware and

adjust settings for the power station

and I have no complaints about any of

these apps now in the final comparison

we are going to break down the price per

wat hour for each one of these power

stations so the ankor c1000 you can find

this on their website for

$599 that is 56 per W hour looking on

Blue Edd's website you can see the ac180

is priced at

$579 which is 50 per wat hour and the

ecoflow Delta 2 is priced at

$569 which is 55 per wat hour now it's

important to pay attention to the price

per wat hour because if you look at the

price alone you can see they're very

similar however the Blu ac180 has a

larger battery so you get more bang for

your buck going with the ac80 now these

prices are really really good usually

products from the top three brands like

anchor blueti and ecoflow you're going

to pay around 80 to 85 cents per wat

hour but during the current sale which

is the early bird Prime Day Sale you can

get quite the discount now you can save

an additional $10 to $15 if you wait

till actual Prime day on July 16th or

17th well now that we've completed the

full comparison for each one of these

power stations we can tally up the

points so I'll throw this up on the

screen so you guys can see the Anor

c1000 got a total of seven points the

blue Eddie ac180 got a total of 13

points and the ecoflow Delta 2 got a

total of n points now if you guys

haven't seen my content in the past I

try to be as unbiased as possible I

don't really have a favorite Power

Station brand I always try to go for the

one with the best performance so even

though these are so similar on paper

when we do an in-depth comparison like

this we can see which one has the

advantage ages and we can see that the

bluetti AC 180 came out on top and let

me explain a little bit why that was

first off this does have the largest

battery giving us the most usable

capacity on the AC and DC output what

does that mean means you're going to get

longer run times when you run a device

off this one the other thing was it came

in at the best price per wat hour 50

cents per wat hour on the current sale

now this also has very quiet fans versus

the other two power stations so whenever

you're running this at a Max load the

fans are going to be fairly quiet this

also has the fastest AC wall charging

speed and it supports dual charging

meaning you can charge from AC and DC

input at the same time and it gives a

priority to solar or DC input first and

finally this had the fastest UPS cut

overtime so if you're looking to power

your sensitive devices with a

uninterrupted power supply this is going

to be the best bet now you guys will

have to let me know what you think about

this head to head comparison now each

one of these power stations has their

own advantages and disadvantages and

everyone has their own specific use case

or even favorite Brands so the results

of the video may be a little different

than what you expected but hey do

whatever you feel is right now I'd love

to get your guys's thoughts about this

comparison which power station would you

go with I'll leave the links to each of

these down in the video description so

you guys can check them out and don't

forget that these prices are going to be

really good during Prime day so make

sure you pick one up if you're looking

for the best price of the Season cuz

usually that is during Prime Day Sale I

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