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Allpowers R1500 LITE vs Bluetti AC180

What is the difference?

The Allpowers R1500 LITE has 1.6 kW of power, 3.2 kW peak, a 1.06 kWh battery. The Bluetti AC180 has 1.8 kW of power, 2.7 kW peak, a 1.15 kWh battery.

Both use LiFePO4 batteries.

Both are rated for 3500 cycles.

The Allpowers R1500 LITE takes up to 650 W from solar, the Bluetti AC180 takes up to 500 W from solar. The Allpowers R1500 LITE charges faster from panels.

The Allpowers R1500 LITE weighs 33 lb, the Bluetti AC180 weighs 37 lb. The Allpowers R1500 LITE is easier to carry.

The Allpowers R1500 LITE charges from a wall outlet to 100 % in 1.5 h, the Bluetti AC180 charges from a wall outlet to 100 % in 1.8 h. The Allpowers R1500 LITE is ready again sooner.

The Allpowers R1500 LITE has 240 V AC output, the Bluetti AC180 120 V. Only 240 V output can run 240 V loads such as many well pumps, dryers and central AC.

Specs side by side

Allpowers R1500 LITEBluetti AC180
Capacity (Wh)10561152
Continuous (W)16001800
Peak (W)32002700
Solar input (W)650500
ChemistryLiFePO4LiFePO4
Cycles35003500
Expandable——
Weight (lb)3337
Warranty (yr)—5
Fridge run time19.9 h21.7 h
CPAP run time23.9 h26.1 h
Wi-Fi router run time69.7 h76 h
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Specs as read from manufacturer pages on 2026-10-28 / 2026-10-26. Specs one maker does not list are left out of the comparison. Run times are for that appliance alone with a typical duty cycle, after inverter and depth-of-discharge losses. Sponsored links; we may earn a commission.

Common questions

Which has more capacity, Allpowers R1500 LITE or Bluetti AC180?

The Bluetti AC180. More capacity: 1152 Wh vs 1056 Wh.

Which is lighter, Allpowers R1500 LITE or Bluetti AC180?

The Allpowers R1500 LITE. Lighter: 33 lb vs 37 lb.

Which charges faster from solar, Allpowers R1500 LITE or Bluetti AC180?

The Allpowers R1500 LITE. Faster solar charging: 650 W input vs 500 W input.

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