@@HOBOTECH I’m planning on buying 5 Renogy 100w Glass Panels to hook in series, probably Mono because they fit in my application mounting rail better for space (Narrower). Any thoughts on Panel Brands would be welcome. Thx.
I love the options from all these companies and Bluetti is def at the top of my list. These charge times are amazing, I have suffered using a tiny Energizer LiFePo power station for a year and the worst part has been the 6+ hours to charge the stupid thing... 6-7 hours to charge 240wh vs 2-4 hours to charge 2000+wh from these beasts LOL
Professor just a little info, I purchased a Beadens Power station after your review a couple years ago . I just purchased a Set power Compressor refrigerator I think it is the 37 quart , It was delivered on Sept , 3 2021. Just as a test I powered it up to make sure it was in good working order and used the Beaudens 166 wh power unit that was in your review , It ran the set power refrigerator for 9 hours before I stopped the test Both worked great . the Beaudens Had about 40 percent charge left . Great power unit . And I love the Set Power Refrigerator uses very little power. thank you and Keep the reviews coming .
I just love your reviews and tests. Getting all the details out on these products. Your are doing an excellent job. It is entertaining too. Giant thumbs up Professor! Thank you!!!
Excellent review Prof. Hobo you addressed all of the questions that I had with the AC200Max vs. the EcoFlow. Based upon on my initial research I had landed on Bluetti being the winner (in my eyes) due to price, ease of use, and weight. I feel confident in knowing that I made the right choice for such a pricy purchase (much to my husband’s chagrin) that will keep our household going in the event of a power outage.
I can use this for my cabin once it is built, and I can use it while camping in my Overlander Toyota 4X4. I will just use solar panels at the cabin. Great review for a great product. Bluetti never fails to impress me. Thank you Prof. HOBO.
And if you get a portable panel as well, to charge on the fly, you can just add that to your cabin array when stationary, or just it as a secondary source. This thing is pretty awesome.
Wow, this sounds like a dream system and I was searching for something bigger for my kitchen appliance for emergency back up. I like the idea of being able to take and separately charge the extra battery. I will check out the pricing. Appreciate the review as always.
Professor hobo you're an amazing human being. Thank you for all of your time effort and energy. The essence within your spirit is enough to light up our day💡😁
WOW the way you can charge this thing. The battery clip charging now that had me on the floor laughing MAO. Then you did it again. Man you are the best at giving your assessments of products and how to properly use accessories to enhance charging rates. Have a great week.
I got my AC200MAX today, but I didn't have enough MC4 CABLE to reach the spot where I needed to place the solar panels. I like that you can use two B300s with the AC200MAX. Both are on the way. 8192Ah total. I even used your coupon. If nothing else, I can use the AC200MAX as my remote power in the boonies and the AC300 and EIGHT B300 batteries as the home system. Great video! It really helped with the decision to take the plunge. So much for overpriced Jackery.
Very smart for bluetti to have rubber covers for each plug in feature. I've noticed this is something lacking in the wee ecoflo Delta 1300. If the unit never leaves a home or office air conditioned enviroment, this is fine. So, or protection from dust, splashes, bugs etc the Bluetti has it covered.
Can’t believe how excited I was, when I saw this Upload, I actually laughed out a little ..”yesss” 🤷🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️ Now I just need a good few thousand to afford it all 😬
Great review! I almost bought a "jurassic" system this morning - did a little more research and found YOU!! Bought the max kit with foldable solar panels. It's on back order, I hope to get it in late November. My rv and I will be very happy in just a little while. THANK YOU - you make learning fun!!
I'm watching this video for like the 5th time in excitement and anticipation for my AC200Max + 2 B230s + solar panels! Of course used your code, thank you so much for all the info! Planning on using with our small RV and as small back up power in our apartment for power outages.
it still amazing how batteries like these are small but yet powerful to run an RV or House. id prob get 3 of them to power separate things like high power kitchen items on one and essentials like some sockets and USB Power hubs for Laptops alike.
@@Trillville43 That's what I've heard, but I'm curious to know how it performs in actual testing. All the reviews I've seen so far have been basically opinion-based.
A comment about the AC200MAX I have been using for the last month & a half. Today the barrel plug for the AC input melted down and damaged both sides of the connection. Guess I will find out how good the Bluetti customer service and warranty is.
Love this guy's sense of humor! Love the Star Trek references & when he plays Batman music. This was a very detailed review, LOVED THE ATTENTION TO DETAILS!!!!! THANK YOU! Hurry with the AC300 since that is the one I really want AND thanks for the discount codes. Very much appreciated. Oh, tell Bluetti to offer more bundles plse.
Just bought one with a b230 external battery, a reliance 10 circuit transfer switch and a tt-30 to l14-30 adapter and 800 watts of Renogy solar. Going all in. Thanks for the great review. You pushed me over the edge.
Thanks I've really been confused, but you have explained this great. I'd like the accessories. And your Van motor home . Very cool. My hubby has no clue I'm a techy person I remember tearing apart my father's hi-fi tube stero and getting it to work back in the 60s. God bless.
I’m sorry if I’m not understanding properly, I’m not a techy. So I’m understanding that if I’m on duty, away from my house, and I know that my house lost power, I can turn on, basically control, the station from anywhere? If so, for me anyway, that’s a huge game changer.
I'd love to grab a beer 🍻 with Professor Hobo sometime. He has an excellent sense of humor. His double-fisted product review gesture/editing had me laughing for days..still does. 😂 And today's was the Paris Hilton's luggage comment. 😆
Thank you so much for showing how to dual solar charge. You are the only place I have found this information. Bluetti does not promote it. Now I can add 500watts more solar.. THANK YOU!!!
When you started with the RV test, you went into warp drive. Everything past that point for this nube made a lot of sense. There is no question, that having the ability to plug in an RV if necessary is a game changer. Why have all this solar stuff built into an RV or Trailer when you can just plug in an expandable, replacable, accessible portable solar generator?
Thank you HOBO great review!! This looks like the one I've been waiting for now all I have to do is wait for the money, should be falling off that tree any minute now.
Thank you for, yet again, another informative review. The additional batteries are a big selling point for me. WOW the fact that they operate independently if needed is super handy. Battery longevity is also important to me. So far I have 3 Jackerys (2-240s, 1-500, & 1-100w panel) to run my cabin, but need more for reliable refrigeration. Maybe the next purchase will be a Bluetti. Thanks again.
Watched reviews this morning from my two favorite channels for this type of product. Will Prowse and HOBOTECH. Best I could tell they came down on opposite sides of the fence as far as their reviews. Dang it! Now what do I do?
It seemed to me that Will's main complaint was software. With blue Eddie's track record there should be a fix for it within the next couple of months at the most
I have the bluetti AC 200 Max with two b 230 batteries for a couple of years now. Works pretty well with a couple of problems. Problem number one the Bluetooth only works part of the time. I have to reboot the entire system to get it to work again and then it fails after a few hours. Second problem is that I can no longer turn on AC output through the touch screen. Clicking AC on does nothing on the touch screen. I can only turn it on through Bluetooth which comes and goes like I said, only works part of the time. If Bluetooth fails the system will be dead in the water. I contacted customer service and their recommendation was to ship it back to them and they would " take a look ". As long ago disposed of my boxes and have no packaging in which to ship the unit back so I'm living with the issues for now.
Sure wish you had an advanced 300 unit. I need that 3600w inverter. Got in on the 40% off EcoFlow kickstarter. Was hoping for more info on the bigger Bluetti before the EcoFlow actually ships. Good review. Thanks so much!
Great review, as always. Can anyone tell me how long it will take to recharge my original AC200 from one B230 since it doesn’t function the same way as with the AC200Max? Thanks.
Your video was really informative but the one thing I was really hoping to see was how an ev charger station could be used to charge the unit. Is that something that plugs into the dc enchanter and then into car? Anyone know yet how this will work?
Anyone else seeing these are Out of Stock? I waited for the window to open (and fell asleep....). Checked this am and I see "Temporarily Out of Stock". I have and EcoFlow pledged, but based on Prof Hobo's review - I reconsidered!
I would love to see you do a video titled "How To HAND CRANK CHARGE Solar Generators From a HAND CRANK GENERATOR." I live in an area where we are at below freezing for a good part of the year, sometimes half the year. My solar generators have "cold weather protection" so, obviously, I can't charge them below 32 degrees F. I would love to be able to charge my solar generators with one of the many hand-cranked generators I have being seeing so much of lately but, unfortunately, I don't know enough about electricity to attempt to hooking one of these up myself.
Professor, I am a disabled veteran and purching the 200 max. First off the government is so much more that reluctant to honor service connected veterans. My question is or what would be your recommendation for solar panels for solar charging. My resources are somewhat limited. Any recommendations?
Enjoyed the video, thanks. Just a correction though. You said that the AC200Max could handle up to 1400w of solar, but in fact it can only take 900w. The additional 500w is via the adapter. It can charge via both simultaneously, so 1400w is possible but just not via solar alone.
That's a nice setup. A little bit pricey for the Ah rating and 80% efficiency at the C rating. It's not a problem if you have an abundance of solar to cover the efficiency. If you are skiddish about DIYing your own setup, though, it's pretty brilliant as a plug and play solution. The 1400W of solar at 150V is nice from an MPPT perspective.
I just purchased the AC200max today with the help of your videos thank you). Can you recommend a good budget 400w panel or ballpark 300w plus panel to go with this unit? I appreciate your videos and all that you do.
So just wanted to thank you. I follow you and a few other youtuber on the topic of solar but you introduced me to the bluetti ac200max and told me about the upcoming sale and deal solar I ordered mine yesterday and got the discount code from you even though everyone was putting up code I hope using your helps out you and your page and thank you for the content
Hello again. Thanks for answering my question earlier. Do you have a video of you reviewing the bougeRV 200 watt panel yet? I've picked up 2 and will try charging the bluetti max with these. Thanks again. Your info is interesting and timely. That makes it worthwhile looking at you videos. Please, keep it up!
I really like this. Fixed all the issues I have with the AC200p. If only I was shopping now! Could I charge the b230 with solar (with the accessory) and have the b230 plugged into my ac200p? Therefore doubling the capacity permanently in my van? (Where I want a "fit and forget" electrical system)
If I understand it correctly, you should be able to do "pass through charging" ,or having it charge and discharge simultaneously, on the B230. would love to have confirmation on this. The fact that the B230 is a big spare battery that can be drawn on if you dont need 120v is a giant plus.
An awesome review of an awesome product! Whoopee!👍👏 Only sorry that circuitry for Bluetooth isn’t independent of SoGen functions so App can turn AC200Max on remotely.
Update for sale tonight. Bluetti will only sell the expansion battery with a AC200Max purchase. They will no longer allow a purchase of just an expansion battery for the AC200P. Expansion batteries will be available for purchase in Sept.
Thank you as 1000 people on this link has the same good question. ;) All of us old purchasers who ran to buy the AC 200. And then you “smarter people“ who waited and got the 200 P, better model. Again, thank you now ….the big question is should we just spend $500 more and get an entirely new 200 max?
@@meck2658 I wonder if the B300 would also work with the AC200P. I hope Hobotech will do a video on setting up the AC200P with an expansion battery. I hear the adapter for this setup will not be available until mid Sept. waiting with bated breath 🤓
@HOBOTECH I know you don't work for Bluetti but I figured you may be more in tune with what goes on in the industry. Why would Bluetti launch "Power Week" then not have AC200MAX's available after ONE hour of 10am launch? How many were available 10-20 units!! Would like to hear what you think. Thanks
I leave my home with a 100% charge on my AC200P. I’m really only trying to run my RV fridge I bought from Lowes. It will only run for 3/4 of a day. I have three solar panels I plug in immediately. On a full sunny day at best I get a 23% charge. Am I missing something or do I now need to order additional solar panels or the external battery???
I’m getting ready to buy the AC300 should there be a few left over at 7 PM on the 15th but have my AC 200. Just some advice to the newbies out there, it’s almost useless using 100 W portable solar panels. Today we had a bit of a sub par day in south Florida -with my two 100 W Bluetti portable panels could only get about 60-90 W coming into the AC 200. That was pretty much worthless it won’t even work for the day. So, I recommend you buying either the Bouge Rv 180W glass panels that Tom recommends on his link or buy 200 W Bluetti portable panels. I often lose easily 10 to 20% charging on these portable panels and a little bit less on the glass Bouge Rv. (I just ordered two more Bouge Rv today. They won’t be around long. New shipment came in.)
@@HOBOTECH Yeah, if I remember correctly, you said the AC200 with the EV-grade Lithium-ion batteries only got about 73% DC conversion rate due to all the DC circuitry, which was not good, at least I thought so.
@@zfontain1975 It would be nice if it did not have a screen, but it does have a digital screen . But it also has Lithium-ion batteries (NCM) which nobody wants anymore.
How about a video to make our own external battery for AC200P and a homemade external solar charge box like the gray box you show in the video? Awesome review of new units.
Hobo I love watching the videos. Your very informative and answer a lot of questions I have by the end of your videos. Like how would this work camping in an rv or tent using a fridge or charging devices. So much appreciated good sir now I just need to not be broke so I can afford one of these solar battery’s.
I love your showmanship and appreciate your hard work.Thank you !!!! I know on the Ac300 it is clear you need the external battery because they could not put everything inside. But I thought this model you can just use the Ac200 Max and do not have to have an external battery...Am I wrong again for the 1000th time. I hope not. I hope the future is not having to lug multiple big items when you have a small van and not an RV. thanks
I have a 30 ft boat with a hot plate microwave and 10000 btu Ac Unit with a rv 30 amp for dockside power i will definitely considering purchasing this unit since my piece of junk westerbeke generator constantly breaks.
Does the DC enhancer current limit to charge from a vehicle? You will be lucky to get 10A (more like 6A) from most vehicle cigarette lighter plugs. Vehicle manufacturers use very small wiring for DC ports. 500W will pull ~40A which cannot be handled from a vehicle without special wiring. 40A is almost too much to pull from vehicle alternator anyway.
I’m now watching this for the 4th time as there is so much for us newbys to take in…the stark reality to me is the seemingly Diminished output. To get only around 1600+ (“79%”)seems quite inefficient and where bluetti still hasn’t figured out…in the end, the bells and whistles are great, the multiple charging is wonderfully innovative…but we all want the most total wh possible. Seems to me that’s where it all ends…And this manufacture has a long way to go. Even if they could get that to 85% as others are would be wonderful. Probably sufficient.
@HOBOTECH - You selected that AC unit due to the soft start feature. What about the new generation ov inverter window AC units -- Such as the novel Midea-U 8000BTU, or the LG inverter AC unites. Do they effectively soft start like that Frigidaire unit?
Is this a system that will charge my Tesla in the bright daylight? My Predator 3500 can. I do have to fool the 3500 to thinking it has a ground first... but it is a 30amp plug unit. If I can charge my P100D w/solar, I'm totally in!
I wish they had pass thru charging when you plug in the B230 to the AC200max. Meaning if I have them connected together, and I plug solar into the AC200max, that it charges both the AC200max AND the B230 without having to purchase the DO5OS adapter (that's used to charge the B230 with solar panels on its own).
@HOBOTECH. Greetings! Thanks for all your vids and store. Subscriber and been following you for several years now! I've referred a lot of people to your channel! I was wondering if you have heard of this issue(I'm sure you have), and if you have any advice, since Bluetti is slow as Christmas in responding! I have 2 B300s hooked up to AC200Max and for no good reason after a year of use, both of the expansion batteries quit being recognized by the AC200Max. I am tech savvy, own a tech computer repair shop, etc. I have tried everything and have not heard from Bluetti yet. I went ahead and charged everything to 100% with AC power and the AC200Max still won't recognize the 2 B300s no matter what I do. Can't find much at all on the net about this, varied comments here and there and a bit on the Love My RV Channel. Also, my firmware is completely updated and the AC200Max otherwise still works fine. Thanks in advance and keep on putting out those double fisted vids!!!
It would be cool if you made a video showing what all would work to max out the 200 max and 2 exta batteries. I understand each battery can use a adapter and independently charge 500 watts of solar. I'm curious what solar panels would be needed per. The main system can go up to 1400 watts of solar with the box and 500 extra watts of solar per battery with a box per battery . I would simply like to know what panels are needed in detail per set up. That's 4 different solar independent set ups. Thank you.
I ordered the extra 12v RV cable for my AC 200p and they sent me a 200p max cord. This is a big mistake because the max plug going into the regular 200p goes in two ways and doesn't click in. This could cause big problems; as in reverse polarity smoking electronics problems. I will be calling them in the morning to get this resolved. Why oh why did they use different style plugs. Also the 58.8v wall charger only puts out 56.2v.
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*AC200 videos from summer 2020*
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Tried code, does not have an effect on pricing??
@@rocheville it worked for me (U.S. Cal.) it went to 1689.99 + Tax
@@rocheville All my codes provide more off than the ones on Bluetti
@@HOBOTECH I’m planning on buying 5 Renogy 100w Glass Panels to hook in series, probably Mono because they fit in my application mounting rail better for space (Narrower). Any thoughts on Panel Brands would be welcome. Thx.
-2B230 code worked and saved me a few extra bucks. Thanks Prof Hobo.
I love the options from all these companies and Bluetti is def at the top of my list. These charge times are amazing, I have suffered using a tiny Energizer LiFePo power station for a year and the worst part has been the 6+ hours to charge the stupid thing... 6-7 hours to charge 240wh vs 2-4 hours to charge 2000+wh from these beasts LOL
Professor just a little info, I purchased a Beadens Power station after your review a couple years ago . I just purchased a Set power Compressor refrigerator I think it is the 37 quart , It was delivered on Sept , 3 2021. Just as a test I powered it up to make sure it was in good working order and used the Beaudens 166 wh power unit that was in your review , It ran the set power refrigerator for 9 hours before I stopped the test Both worked great . the Beaudens Had about 40 percent charge left . Great power unit . And I love the Set Power Refrigerator uses very little power. thank you and Keep the reviews coming .
Your demonstration of how to connect the alligator clamps was eye opening! 😮
I kinda regret buying my jackery after finding this channel.
Hobo tech please don't ever retire. When my leoch dies 10 years from now, I will need you
I just love your reviews and tests. Getting all the details out on these products. Your are doing an excellent job. It is entertaining too. Giant thumbs up Professor! Thank you!!!
I know right fantastic
Excellent review Prof. Hobo you addressed all of the questions that I had with the AC200Max vs. the EcoFlow. Based upon on my initial research I had landed on Bluetti being the winner (in my eyes) due to price, ease of use, and weight. I feel confident in knowing that I made the right choice for such a pricy purchase (much to my husband’s chagrin) that will keep our household going in the event of a power outage.
I think you made a great choice this was a heck of a good video. I really like this unit😊
I can use this for my cabin once it is built, and I can use it while camping in my Overlander Toyota 4X4. I will just use solar panels at the cabin. Great review for a great product. Bluetti never fails to impress me. Thank you Prof. HOBO.
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And if you get a portable panel as well, to charge on the fly, you can just add that to your cabin array when stationary, or just it as a secondary source.
This thing is pretty awesome.
Wow, this sounds like a dream system and I was searching for something bigger for my kitchen appliance for emergency back up. I like the idea of being able to take and separately charge the extra battery. I will check out the pricing. Appreciate the review as always.
Professor hobo you're an amazing human being. Thank you for all of your time effort and energy. The essence within your spirit is enough to light up our day💡😁
WOW the way you can charge this thing. The battery clip charging now that had me on the floor laughing MAO. Then you did it again. Man you are the best at giving your assessments of products and how to properly use accessories to enhance charging rates. Have a great week.
Been waiting for this. Goes on sale 10:00 pm EDT .
I got my AC200MAX today, but I didn't have enough MC4 CABLE to reach the spot where I needed to place the solar panels. I like that you can use two B300s with the AC200MAX. Both are on the way. 8192Ah total. I even used your coupon. If nothing else, I can use the AC200MAX as my remote power in the boonies and the AC300 and EIGHT B300 batteries as the home system. Great video! It really helped with the decision to take the plunge. So much for overpriced Jackery.
That would be amazing for an RV setup with some solar on the roof if you didn't want to custom build something.
I agree I'm very impressed and I've been looking at all sorts of solar builds
Very smart for bluetti to have rubber covers for each plug in feature. I've noticed this is something lacking in the wee ecoflo Delta 1300. If the unit never leaves a home or office air conditioned enviroment, this is fine. So, or protection from dust, splashes, bugs etc the Bluetti has it covered.
Can’t believe how excited I was, when I saw this Upload, I actually laughed out a little ..”yesss” 🤷🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️
Now I just need a good few thousand to afford it all 😬
Your comment made me laugh. Thx. 😂
@@discgolfprofessor Glad I mad you smile, ...Twas Tru tho, I watched it again today...😆
..💭 hmm one day, Bluetti - you shall be mine... 🤗🙏
Great review! I almost bought a "jurassic" system this morning - did a little more research and found YOU!! Bought the max kit with foldable solar panels. It's on back order, I hope to get it in late November. My rv and I will be very happy in just a little while. THANK YOU - you make learning fun!!
Tom I almost spit my breakfast sandwich out when you did the battery/nip clips! 🤣🤣🤣
Me too I had to comment on that one looks like you beat me to it.
I'm watching this video for like the 5th time in excitement and anticipation for my AC200Max + 2 B230s + solar panels! Of course used your code, thank you so much for all the info! Planning on using with our small RV and as small back up power in our apartment for power outages.
I think it's a great choice. I've been watching all these solar builds and wow this thing is great for the price.
it still amazing how batteries like these are small but yet powerful to run an RV or House.
id prob get 3 of them to power separate things like high power kitchen items on one and essentials like some sockets and USB Power hubs for Laptops alike.
Ooh hopefully we get a review of that ZeroBreeze AC.
Don't bother its not very good or should I say practical.
@@Trillville43 That's what I've heard, but I'm curious to know how it performs in actual testing. All the reviews I've seen so far have been basically opinion-based.
It uses less power by providing way less cooling so its way more expensive…. If this makes sense to you, you’ll love it…. Otherwise it’s garbage
A comment about the AC200MAX I have been using for the last month & a half. Today the barrel plug for the AC input melted down and damaged both sides of the connection. Guess I will find out how good the Bluetti customer service and warranty is.
Love this guy's sense of humor! Love the Star Trek references & when he plays Batman music.
This was a very detailed review, LOVED THE ATTENTION TO DETAILS!!!!! THANK YOU!
Hurry with the AC300 since that is the one I really want AND thanks for the discount codes. Very much appreciated.
Oh, tell Bluetti to offer more bundles plse.
Just bought one with a b230 external battery, a reliance 10 circuit transfer switch and a tt-30 to l14-30 adapter and 800 watts of Renogy solar. Going all in. Thanks for the great review. You pushed me over the edge.
Doing this same setup right now. How's it working out for you so far? Would love to hear any feedback!
Thanks I've really been confused, but you have explained this great. I'd like the accessories. And your Van motor home . Very cool. My hubby has no clue I'm a techy person I remember tearing apart my father's hi-fi tube stero and getting it to work back in the 60s. God bless.
How does the noise levels of the fans on the Bluetti compare to the EcoFlow DELTA? Where is Bluetti designed and made?
I’m sorry if I’m not understanding properly, I’m not a techy. So I’m understanding that if I’m on duty, away from my house, and I know that my house lost power, I can turn on, basically control, the station from anywhere? If so, for me anyway, that’s a huge game changer.
I'd love to grab a beer 🍻 with Professor Hobo sometime. He has an excellent sense of humor.
His double-fisted product review gesture/editing had me laughing for days..still does. 😂
And today's was the Paris Hilton's luggage comment. 😆
Thank you so much for showing how to dual solar charge. You are the only place I have found this information. Bluetti does not promote it.
Now I can add 500watts more solar..
THANK YOU!!!
When you started with the RV test, you went into warp drive. Everything past that point for this nube made a lot of sense.
There is no question, that having the ability to plug in an RV if necessary is a game changer.
Why have all this solar stuff built into an RV or Trailer when you can just plug in an expandable, replacable, accessible portable solar generator?
Great review. I loved the blooper at the end. Yes it is amazing how solar generators have developed over the last few years.
Thank you HOBO great review!! This looks like the one I've been waiting for now all I have to do is wait for the money, should be falling off that tree any minute now.
Thank you for, yet again, another informative review. The additional batteries are a big selling point for me. WOW the fact that they operate independently if needed is super handy. Battery longevity is also important to me. So far I have 3 Jackerys (2-240s, 1-500, & 1-100w panel) to run my cabin, but need more for reliable refrigeration. Maybe the next purchase will be a Bluetti. Thanks again.
Hi Michele
Watched reviews this morning from my two favorite channels for this type of product. Will Prowse and HOBOTECH. Best I could tell they came down on opposite sides of the fence as far as their reviews. Dang it! Now what do I do?
I think Will liked it, but cautioned people to wait until they work the kinks out. Didn’t seem negative
@@todd.parker yeah, he refused to do indigogo or kickstarter because of serious glitches from big pocket companies.
@@tpulling83 right, he’s pretty conservative compared to Hobotech.
@@todd.parker Always the best approach because if they don't or can't make everything work right you're screwed.
It seemed to me that Will's main complaint was software. With blue Eddie's track record there should be a fix for it within the next couple of months at the most
Excellent review as always! My new dream system❣
I have the bluetti AC 200 Max with two b 230 batteries for a couple of years now. Works pretty well with a couple of problems. Problem number one the Bluetooth only works part of the time. I have to reboot the entire system to get it to work again and then it fails after a few hours. Second problem is that I can no longer turn on AC output through the touch screen. Clicking AC on does nothing on the touch screen. I can only turn it on through Bluetooth which comes and goes like I said, only works part of the time. If Bluetooth fails the system will be dead in the water. I contacted customer service and their recommendation was to ship it back to them and they would " take a look ". As long ago disposed of my boxes and have no packaging in which to ship the unit back so I'm living with the issues for now.
We like our Hobotech professors to be familiar with Paris Hiltons luggage.
No flashlight? Forget it!
Darn right! No 65lb flashlight? I’m cancelling my order!
😂😂😂
Definitely grabbingg an expansion battery for my original AC 200!
Sure wish you had an advanced 300 unit. I need that 3600w inverter. Got in on the 40% off EcoFlow kickstarter. Was hoping for more info on the bigger Bluetti before the EcoFlow actually ships.
Good review. Thanks so much!
Great review, as always. Can anyone tell me how long it will take to recharge my original AC200 from one B230 since it doesn’t function the same way as with the AC200Max? Thanks.
Your video was really informative but the one thing I was really hoping to see was how an ev charger station could be used to charge the unit. Is that something that plugs into the dc enchanter and then into car? Anyone know yet how this will work?
I was sold on the AC200 MAX thanks to your outstanding review.!!!!!👊👍
Haha love the fact you are just answering the questions for us slow learners.
My favorite is "its sold out" or "the codes don't work".
Anyone else seeing these are Out of Stock? I waited for the window to open (and fell asleep....). Checked this am and I see "Temporarily Out of Stock". I have and EcoFlow pledged, but based on Prof Hobo's review - I reconsidered!
I would love to see you do a video titled "How To HAND CRANK CHARGE Solar Generators From a HAND CRANK GENERATOR." I live in an area where we are at below freezing for a good part of the year, sometimes half the year. My solar generators have "cold weather protection" so, obviously, I can't charge them below 32 degrees F. I would love to be able to charge my solar generators with one of the many hand-cranked generators I have being seeing so much of lately but, unfortunately, I don't know enough about electricity to attempt to hooking one of these up myself.
Professor, I am a disabled veteran and purching the 200 max. First off the government is so much more that reluctant to honor service connected veterans. My question is or what would be your recommendation for solar panels for solar charging.
My resources are somewhat limited.
Any recommendations?
hobotech.tv/amazon/#Solar-Kits
Can AC200p owners use the DC charging enhancer (Grey solar converter brick) to upgrade their solar input too?
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I can’t find it on the website
8:24 AM Central, 8/21/21 out of stock, orders not accepted, just leave email to be notified in 6 to 8 weeks.....bumber!
Enjoyed the video, thanks. Just a correction though. You said that the AC200Max could handle up to 1400w of solar, but in fact it can only take 900w. The additional 500w is via the adapter. It can charge via both simultaneously, so 1400w is possible but just not via solar alone.
That's a nice setup. A little bit pricey for the Ah rating and 80% efficiency at the C rating. It's not a problem if you have an abundance of solar to cover the efficiency. If you are skiddish about DIYing your own setup, though, it's pretty brilliant as a plug and play solution. The 1400W of solar at 150V is nice from an MPPT perspective.
Maximum power point tracking
I just purchased the AC200max today with the help of your videos thank you). Can you recommend a good budget 400w panel or ballpark 300w plus panel to go with this unit? I appreciate your videos and all that you do.
That has to be the BEST review Ive ever seen! VERY THOROUGH! Nice job and TY!
I agree
So just wanted to thank you. I follow you and a few other youtuber on the topic of solar but you introduced me to the bluetti ac200max and told me about the upcoming sale and deal solar I ordered mine yesterday and got the discount code from you even though everyone was putting up code I hope using your helps out you and your page and thank you for the content
Hello again. Thanks for answering my question earlier. Do you have a video of you reviewing the bougeRV 200 watt panel yet? I've picked up 2 and will try charging the bluetti max with these. Thanks again. Your info is interesting and timely. That makes it worthwhile looking at you videos. Please, keep it up!
main reason i got an ecoflow was because it had an app
so cool to see more are adding them
It’s going to be amazing!
I really like this. Fixed all the issues I have with the AC200p. If only I was shopping now!
Could I charge the b230 with solar (with the accessory) and have the b230 plugged into my ac200p? Therefore doubling the capacity permanently in my van? (Where I want a "fit and forget" electrical system)
If I understand it correctly, you should be able to do "pass through charging" ,or having it charge and discharge simultaneously, on the B230. would love to have confirmation on this.
The fact that the B230 is a big spare battery that can be drawn on if you dont need 120v is a giant plus.
An awesome review of an awesome product! Whoopee!👍👏
Only sorry that circuitry for Bluetooth isn’t independent of SoGen functions so App can turn AC200Max on remotely.
This product line is going to dominate market and kill smaller players feature and price wise. Thanks for the review!
Oh my gosh how awesome is this ?!!!
They are getting better and better! 🤗🤩
Hi dawn
I didn't realize this was a year old. The video that is boys I bet you they've come even further I better check out some more hobo reviews
this is by far the best review of this power station
At 2:31 you demonstrate the "battery" connections 😆
Update for sale tonight. Bluetti will only sell the expansion battery with a AC200Max purchase. They will no longer allow a purchase of just an expansion battery for the AC200P. Expansion batteries will be available for purchase in Sept.
Thank you as 1000 people on this link has the same good question. ;) All of us old purchasers who ran to buy the AC 200. And then you “smarter people“ who waited and got the 200 P, better model.
Again, thank you now ….the big question is should we just spend $500 more and get an entirely new 200 max?
@@meck2658 I wonder if the B300 would also work with the AC200P. I hope Hobotech will do a video on setting up the AC200P with an expansion battery. I hear the adapter for this setup will not be available until mid Sept. waiting with bated breath 🤓
When I get the adapter to do so I'll do a video on hooking up old Bluetti to the new batteries.
@HOBOTECH I know you don't work for Bluetti but I figured you may be more in tune with what goes on in the industry. Why would Bluetti launch "Power Week" then not have AC200MAX's available after ONE hour of 10am launch? How many were available 10-20 units!! Would like to hear what you think. Thanks
Great video!! Interested in seeing how those b230 external batteries connect to the ac200p and well it all works. Thanks for all the videos
WOW, I'm getting close to understanding all of this, lol! Thank you!
I leave my home with a 100% charge on my AC200P. I’m really only trying to run my RV fridge I bought from Lowes. It will only run for 3/4 of a day. I have three solar panels I plug in immediately. On a full sunny day at best I get a 23% charge. Am I missing something or do I now need to order additional solar panels or the external battery???
I’m getting ready to buy the AC300 should there be a few left over at 7 PM on the 15th but have my AC 200. Just some advice to the newbies out there, it’s almost useless using 100 W portable solar panels. Today we had a bit of a sub par day in south Florida -with my two 100 W Bluetti portable panels could only get about 60-90 W coming into the AC 200. That was pretty much worthless it won’t even work for the day. So, I recommend you buying either the Bouge Rv 180W glass panels that Tom recommends on his link or buy 200 W Bluetti portable panels. I often lose easily 10 to 20% charging on these portable panels and a little bit less on the glass Bouge Rv. (I just ordered two more Bouge Rv today. They won’t be around long. New shipment came in.)
Looks like the Bluetti is gonna tip over when stacked together.
Nope, it's fine as long as you put the main unit on the bottom.
@@HOBOTECH does it have to be stacked? how about side by side?
Nipple clamps - I died
Hmmm, the DC capacity test was only 81% for the AC200MACX? And even worse the B230 DC test was only 78%?
That seems very low.
Its roughly identical to the entire AC200 series. They are using the same guts.
@@HOBOTECH Yeah, if I remember correctly, you said the AC200 with the EV-grade Lithium-ion batteries only got about 73% DC conversion rate due to all the DC circuitry, which was not good, at least I thought so.
@@zfontain1975 It would be nice if it did not have a screen, but it does have a digital screen . But it also has Lithium-ion batteries (NCM) which nobody wants anymore.
How about a video to make our own external battery for AC200P and a homemade external solar charge box like the gray box you show in the video? Awesome review of new units.
Will Prowse did something like this on his channel on RUclips
Exactly what I was thinking =)
Hobo I love watching the videos. Your very informative and answer a lot of questions I have by the end of your videos. Like how would this work camping in an rv or tent using a fridge or charging devices. So much appreciated good sir now I just need to not be broke so I can afford one of these solar battery’s.
I must say, power delivery charging a gaming laptop at 100w is really impressive!
Great review of the beast!
I love your showmanship and appreciate your hard work.Thank you !!!!
I know on the Ac300 it is clear you need the external battery because they could not put everything inside. But I thought this model you can just use the Ac200 Max and do not have to have an external battery...Am I wrong again for the 1000th time. I hope not. I hope the future is not having to lug multiple big items when you have a small van and not an RV. thanks
200max extra battery is optional
@@HOBOTECH wicked smart!
I have a 30 ft boat with a hot plate microwave and 10000 btu Ac Unit with a rv 30 amp for dockside power i will definitely considering purchasing this unit since my piece of junk westerbeke generator constantly breaks.
the ac200p is a beast with 720 watt solar but cant wait for the ep500pro i ordered. 2,4kw.solar and 5kw battery 🙂 expandable so
I like how the led acid battery you can clip on is represented by your chest at approximately mammary height.
Does the DC enhancer current limit to charge from a vehicle? You will be lucky to get 10A (more like 6A) from most vehicle cigarette lighter plugs. Vehicle manufacturers use very small wiring for DC ports. 500W will pull ~40A which cannot be handled from a vehicle without special wiring. 40A is almost too much to pull from vehicle alternator anyway.
Limit is 8.2A
I’m now watching this for the 4th time as there is so much for us newbys to take in…the stark reality to me is the seemingly Diminished output. To get only around 1600+ (“79%”)seems quite inefficient and where bluetti still hasn’t figured out…in the end, the bells and whistles are great, the multiple charging is wonderfully innovative…but we all want the most total wh possible. Seems to me that’s where it all ends…And this manufacture has a long way to go. Even if they could get that to 85% as others are would be wonderful. Probably sufficient.
@HOBOTECH - You selected that AC unit due to the soft start feature. What about the new generation ov inverter window AC units -- Such as the novel Midea-U 8000BTU, or the LG inverter AC unites. Do they effectively soft start like that Frigidaire unit?
I just bought a LG dual inverter. Will likely do a video with it soon. It does ramp up slow so might work with smaller sogens.
@@HOBOTECH What does all that mean??? lg inverter? sogens? ramp up? us newbies need to be educated.
Is this a system that will charge my Tesla in the bright daylight? My Predator 3500 can.
I do have to fool the 3500 to thinking it has a ground first... but it is a 30amp plug unit.
If I can charge my P100D w/solar, I'm totally in!
Absolutely. Be aware the Max only supports 120v where you can pair up the AC300 and get 240v.
@@HOBOTECH thanks Hobobro! That's good to know!👍
that blooper was worth the price of admission lolz
I wish they had pass thru charging when you plug in the B230 to the AC200max. Meaning if I have them connected together, and I plug solar into the AC200max, that it charges both the AC200max AND the B230 without having to purchase the DO5OS adapter (that's used to charge the B230 with solar panels on its own).
Of course the B230 charges from the AC200Max...
Delta Pro has more real life features in my opinion. What do you think?
Thank you for the code! I cannot wait to get my generator and get to travelling!
Thank you I think this will be perfect for my shuttle bus conversion
“Additionally, you get these battery clamps.” *points them at nipples*. Nicely done, very nicely done.
@HOBOTECH. Greetings! Thanks for all your vids and store. Subscriber and been following you for several years now! I've referred a lot of people to your channel! I was wondering if you have heard of this issue(I'm sure you have), and if you have any advice, since Bluetti is slow as Christmas in responding! I have 2 B300s hooked up to AC200Max and for no good reason after a year of use, both of the expansion batteries quit being recognized by the AC200Max. I am tech savvy, own a tech computer repair shop, etc. I have tried everything and have not heard from Bluetti yet. I went ahead and charged everything to 100% with AC power and the AC200Max still won't recognize the 2 B300s no matter what I do. Can't find much at all on the net about this, varied comments here and there and a bit on the Love My RV Channel. Also, my firmware is completely updated and the AC200Max otherwise still works fine. Thanks in advance and keep on putting out those double fisted vids!!!
Thanks so much Hobotech. This answers my questions. I feel this is the way to go for me and my van. THANKS!!!!!
Hey Prof. Hobotech. Excellent & thorough review for the AC200Max modular solar generator. Keep up the good work.
I think you use a ZV1? You could have stabilized that sucker in post using the gyro data and catalyst browse.
This video caused me to buy a AC200Max. Just wondering about external battery compatibility of the B300 vs. the B230.
It would be cool if you made a video showing what all would work to max out the 200 max and 2 exta batteries. I understand each battery can use a adapter and independently charge 500 watts of solar. I'm curious what solar panels would be needed per. The main system can go up to 1400 watts of solar with the box and 500 extra watts of solar per battery with a box per battery . I would simply like to know what panels are needed in detail per set up. That's 4 different solar independent set ups. Thank you.
I ordered the extra 12v RV cable for my AC 200p and they sent me a 200p max cord. This is a big mistake because the max plug going into the regular 200p goes in two ways and doesn't click in. This could cause big problems; as in reverse polarity smoking electronics problems. I will be calling them in the morning to get this resolved. Why oh why did they use different style plugs. Also the 58.8v wall charger only puts out 56.2v.
Thank you for the reviews and cant wait to buy the whole cabutal. Needed your reassurance. Now we just need a tutorial on all this.. lol.