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AC2A vs 521

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Best for home backupBLUETTI AC2A

Capacity, output, expansion, UPS, charging and longevity. Rule score: 73/100.

Best for portabilityBLUETTI AC2A

Weight, energy density, charge speed, size and output. Rule score: 47/100.

Best for solarBLUETTI AC2A

Solar input, capacity, charging, longevity and weight. Rule score: 82/100.

SpecificationBLUETTI AC2AAnker 521
Capacity204.8 Wh256 Wh
Estimated usable174 Wh218 Wh
Continuous output300 W200 W
Surge output600 W450 W
AC outlets22
Battery chemistryLiFePO₄LiFePO₄
Cycle life3,000 cycles3,000 cycles
AC full charge1.5 hr4.1 hr
Solar input200 W120 W
Weight7.9 lb8.2 lb
UPS20 msNo
ExpandableNoNo
Warranty5 years5 years
MSRP reference$249—
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