I have the EB70S and the 200 watt solar panel, and I love them. The power station came in very handy during a power outage, for charging my phone and USB camping lights. I used my butane hob and camping kettle to boil water for my teapot. :) When I have power, I put my two-cupper under my Keurig, and it works a treat for instant hot water. Sure, you could've used an extension cord for outdoor lighting, but your Bluetti impressed your mates more. :) Jon in rural BC, Canada (in the mountain valley desert, lots of sun)
Nice to see you getting into more tech Dustin 👍. Ive been using the ac200 for events. Used it for lighting for videography, photobooth lighting, catering for heat lamps, and dj for speakers/live video feed. Everyone is a believer especially if you prop up a pair of 350 watt solar panels during event days. Their lithium iron phosphate batteries are much better than standard lithium as far as cycles go as well.
Compared to the cost of equivalent power in V-mount batteries, 750 is a steal. That's like 2, maybe 3 150wh v-mount batteries limited to 14v. Glad to finally see some of the new generator tech getting reviewed by photographers.
Dustin... I have followed your reviews on lenses, especially, as I am also a photographer, albeit an amateur. I have several Bluetti power stations, one of which is the EB70S. The dimenstions are not visible on the spec sheet... The reason the charge cycle is so different is because of the battery chemistry ... The Bluetti power stations use Lithium Ion Phosphate LiFePo4 batteries, where the other brand you mentioned uses the older Lithiium Ion Li-ion alone.The Phosphate chemistry is safer too. Heat dissipation? Normally it is called a fan on one end and an air inlet on the other side. What was the problem with the wireless charging? Didn't charge? Took too long compared to ...? The input is not just 200 watts... The voltage listed on the panel, is important and should not be exceeded. The maximum current, 8 amps, is listed in the manual and also should not be exceeded. USB C states on the panel... 100W. The USB A are not "5 volts .. or .. 3 Amps". The output is 3 amps at 5 volts. The top AC sockets are not grounded on the bottom slot... The are just holes to allow plugging in a 3 prong plug. The light is not just an "emergency" flashing.....it flashes "SOS" and should be noted. I also own the PV200 solar panel and have no problems at all with the handle. Did you contact Bluetti about your handle problem? I have found them to be quite good at responding... Why would you "tuck the EB70S power station under the solar panel"? How are going to use it with it located outside, under the panel? Much more convenient if you put the EB70S inside your house and use the built-in cable, or an extension cable (sold by Bluetti) to connect to the solar panel. The "peak" power, as you call it, is actually just a "surge" power that the EB70S can provide for a few seconds if you are using an appliance that has a compressor or startup surge power requirement. It is not even close to a continueous "peak" power rating. The newer units have a newer display...naturally. They listenend to their customers and the competition and changed. The EB70S will have the panel it has for its lifetime. I have not problem with the display, but do appreciate the more advanced display like that on the EB3A, which I also have.
Hi there, at this stage I'm pretty familiar with the EB70S, as I've done the English language text work for Bluetti. You've put a lot of things here, but I'll address a few. The wireless charging worked intermittently - sometimes it would work, other times no, and not consistently enough to bring a phone to full charge. The handle on my PV200 cracked after just a few uses, and I fixed it with superglue. I wasn't using the panel as a constant outside, but charging on jobsites or other outdoor situations, so tucking the EB70S underneath the panel did provide both some shading from sun and would deflect some moisture from it. Not everyone has the exact same case us as you.
Yes, it definitely is annoying if you're in the same room. Unfortunately I don't really have the answer to your question, though. Solar panels are quiet, but that's not what you're looking for.
To all future buyers, DO NOT BUY THIS PRODUCT!!!! I have bought eb70s and it didn't work. 120 AC just give up at first use. Customer service is extremely difficult to contact. After exchange of unit for onother, the new eb70s is egain faulty. Now i am again in the situation where I bought product and I can not use it.
I've used an EB70S for nearly a year now without any issues and recently gave it to my brother-in-law to use for camping, so while I'm obviously disappointed that you've had issues, I don't at all think your experience is typical. There are far too many 5 star reviews from real buyers that say otherwise.
@@DustinAbbottTWI Yes , i am sorry to. The first Bluetti was handy until the AC outlet stop suddenly working. Still under warrantee. Communication with Bluetti custumer service in Canada was wery strange and very worry some. Luckily Anazon was wery profesional and prompt to send me new unit. My new unit came quickly but, i was wondering why AC power output is SO SHORT (less than 40%) of its full original 716 Wh capacity after short low wattage plug in use. I bought my self power meter from Amazon and start checking what is going on. During the measurements i noticed that inverter using way to much ideling power in area of 25 -35% of its total stored power. Inverter should be between 9 -10% efficiencies losses of its 716 Wh. While i was testing it I noticed also that unit have a problem with charging. Starting with almost empty unit, only 20 % power (1 bar) and low battery red icone on. While recharging the unit when it reached 60% of charge thrt (3 bar) the unit jumped suddenly to 100% charge and stopped charging. On my second attempt to charge unit again, I purposely plug into 120 outlet some low load item (39 W) at same time when charging the unit. This time when unit reached 80% of its charge, unit imedietly jumped to 100% charge and unit stoped charging. My conclusion is, again there is some problem with 120 V output (inverter???) and perhaps problém with its battery to hold fully charge.
At the time of this review, my only experience with these types of power stations was with Jackery, so that was my point of comparison. It's a fair comparison, as that is perhaps Bluetti's primary competitor.
I have the EB70S and the 200 watt solar panel, and I love them. The power station came in very handy during a power outage, for charging my phone and USB camping lights.
I used my butane hob and camping kettle to boil water for my teapot. :) When I have power, I put my two-cupper under my Keurig, and it works a treat for instant hot water.
Sure, you could've used an extension cord for outdoor lighting, but your Bluetti impressed your mates more. :)
Jon in rural BC, Canada (in the mountain valley desert, lots of sun)
I’ve watched several reviews on this model and yours is the most informative. Thank you!
That's great to hear!
Ooh, I didn't know I needed this review, but now I'm super interested. Thanks for the review!
Glad to help out.
Nice to see you getting into more tech Dustin 👍. Ive been using the ac200 for events. Used it for lighting for videography, photobooth lighting, catering for heat lamps, and dj for speakers/live video feed. Everyone is a believer especially if you prop up a pair of 350 watt solar panels during event days. Their lithium iron phosphate batteries are much better than standard lithium as far as cycles go as well.
I can image people are impressed when you pull out those panels!
@@DustinAbbottTWI more like... Who is that weirdo 😅
Compared to the cost of equivalent power in V-mount batteries, 750 is a steal. That's like 2, maybe 3 150wh v-mount batteries limited to 14v. Glad to finally see some of the new generator tech getting reviewed by photographers.
Thank you for your review, Im having hard time deciding between this model and the ecoflow River 2 max. Which would you suggest?
I'm afraid I don't have familiarity with the Ecoflow unit, so I can't really give you a good recommendation there.
This is my decision too. Curious if you picked one and why
Dustin... I have followed your reviews on lenses, especially, as I am also a photographer, albeit an amateur. I have several Bluetti power stations, one of which is the EB70S.
The dimenstions are not visible on the spec sheet...
The reason the charge cycle is so different is because of the battery chemistry ... The Bluetti power stations use Lithium Ion Phosphate LiFePo4 batteries, where the other brand you mentioned uses the older Lithiium Ion Li-ion alone.The Phosphate chemistry is safer too.
Heat dissipation? Normally it is called a fan on one end and an air inlet on the other side.
What was the problem with the wireless charging? Didn't charge? Took too long compared to ...?
The input is not just 200 watts... The voltage listed on the panel, is important and should not be exceeded. The maximum current, 8 amps, is listed in the manual and also should not be exceeded.
USB C states on the panel... 100W. The USB A are not "5 volts .. or .. 3 Amps". The output is 3 amps at 5 volts.
The top AC sockets are not grounded on the bottom slot... The are just holes to allow plugging in a 3 prong plug.
The light is not just an "emergency" flashing.....it flashes "SOS" and should be noted.
I also own the PV200 solar panel and have no problems at all with the handle. Did you contact Bluetti about your handle problem? I have found them to be quite good at responding...
Why would you "tuck the EB70S power station under the solar panel"? How are going to use it with it located outside, under the panel? Much more convenient if you put the EB70S inside your house and use the built-in cable, or an extension cable (sold by Bluetti) to connect to the solar panel.
The "peak" power, as you call it, is actually just a "surge" power that the EB70S can provide for a few seconds if you are using an appliance that has a compressor or startup surge power requirement. It is not even close to a continueous "peak" power rating.
The newer units have a newer display...naturally. They listenend to their customers and the competition and changed. The EB70S will have the panel it has for its lifetime. I have not problem with the display, but do appreciate the more advanced display like that on the EB3A, which I also have.
Hi there, at this stage I'm pretty familiar with the EB70S, as I've done the English language text work for Bluetti. You've put a lot of things here, but I'll address a few. The wireless charging worked intermittently - sometimes it would work, other times no, and not consistently enough to bring a phone to full charge. The handle on my PV200 cracked after just a few uses, and I fixed it with superglue. I wasn't using the panel as a constant outside, but charging on jobsites or other outdoor situations, so tucking the EB70S underneath the panel did provide both some shading from sun and would deflect some moisture from it. Not everyone has the exact same case us as you.
Great video I love my Bluetti EB70S
Awesome. They are very useful.
Could you recommend a different charger for it so as to not hear that fan noise all the time.
Yes, it definitely is annoying if you're in the same room. Unfortunately I don't really have the answer to your question, though. Solar panels are quiet, but that's not what you're looking for.
You said Jackery so many times in this video. Really gives it away.
Gives what away, exactly?
@@DustinAbbottTWI - black and orange electrolytes
Can it be recharged with the cigarette adaptor?
Yes it can. The adapter is included.
lithium ion phosphate? Did I miss you saying that?
I can't recall if I said that in this review, but yes, it is a LiFePO4 battery pack
My power supplies will be limited to carrying additional batteries!
That said, everyones' needs differ.
Hmmm, if you were carrying this thing to provide extra power for your camera, that would be serious overkill!
Dustin got his channel “hacked”
It was awful.
To all future buyers, DO NOT BUY THIS PRODUCT!!!!
I have bought eb70s and it didn't work. 120 AC just give up at first use.
Customer service is extremely difficult to contact. After exchange of unit for onother, the new eb70s is egain faulty. Now i am again in the situation where I bought product and I can not use it.
I've used an EB70S for nearly a year now without any issues and recently gave it to my brother-in-law to use for camping, so while I'm obviously disappointed that you've had issues, I don't at all think your experience is typical. There are far too many 5 star reviews from real buyers that say otherwise.
@@DustinAbbottTWI
Yes , i am sorry to. The first Bluetti was handy until the AC outlet stop suddenly working. Still under warrantee. Communication with Bluetti custumer service in Canada was wery strange and very worry some. Luckily Anazon was wery profesional and prompt to send me new unit.
My new unit came quickly but, i was wondering why AC power output is SO SHORT (less than 40%) of its full original 716 Wh capacity after short low wattage plug in use.
I bought my self power meter from Amazon and start checking what is going on. During the measurements i noticed that inverter using way to much ideling power in area of 25 -35% of its total stored power.
Inverter should be between 9 -10% efficiencies losses of its 716 Wh. While i was testing it I noticed also that unit have a problem with charging. Starting with almost empty unit, only 20 % power (1 bar) and low battery red icone on. While recharging the unit when it reached 60% of charge thrt (3 bar) the unit jumped suddenly to 100% charge and stopped charging. On my second attempt to charge unit again, I purposely plug into 120 outlet some low load item (39 W) at same time when charging the unit. This time when unit reached 80% of its charge, unit imedietly jumped to 100% charge and unit stoped charging.
My conclusion is, again there is some problem with 120 V output (inverter???) and perhaps problém with its battery to hold fully charge.
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That's a lot of moods ;)
Biased review this man is very fan of jackery.. Always mentioning tha negative that not really so negative.. Paid by jackery 😂😂😂😂
At the time of this review, my only experience with these types of power stations was with Jackery, so that was my point of comparison. It's a fair comparison, as that is perhaps Bluetti's primary competitor.
The EB70S is not really a good power station. It does not even charge fast.
And you are an expert at solar powered generators. 😂