AllOutdoor Review – BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 Power Station
As a traveling photographer and video creator, I really need reliable portable power. Between my multi-day camping trips in Maine and my frequent work trips where I often stay in isolated areas, keeping my laptop, camera batteries, phone and everything else charged is crucial for uninterrupted photo and video editing on location. After using the BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 Portable Power Station for months on work and camping, I’ve found it to be a very good and handy piece of equipment that is pretty affordable.
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BLUETTI sent me the Elite 30 V2 for review, and I’m allowed to keep it, but that won’t influence my opinion of any of their products now or in the future. BLUETTI didn’t see this article before it was published. I’ve really pushed the Elite 30 V2 with on-the-road editing, powering my equipment in remote cabins, and making things comfortable while camping.
Specs – BLUETTI Elite 30 V2
- Battery Capacity – 288Wh LiFePO4
- Output – 600W continuous
- AC Outlets – 2x 120V pure sine wave
- USB Ports – 140W+ USB-C PD, additional USB-C and USB-A ports
- DC Outputs – 12V car port and DC ports
- Total Ports – 9
- Input – Fast AC charging + up to 200W solar
- Weight – 9.48 lbs (4.3 kg)
- Dimensions – 9.8″ x 7″ x 6.6″
- App – WiFi + Bluetooth connectivity
- Warranty – 5 years
- MSRP – $240
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Review – BLUETTI Elite 30 V2
The Elite 30 V2 is impressively portable, with it being just under 10 pounds and with a good carry handle. It’s small enough to easily fit in a truck, carry to a campsite or put in your work trip luggage if you really need to (Just don’t tell TSA). In fact, it’s so light and compact that when I need a backup power solution for topping off camera and drone batteries on real estate shoots, I always bring this thing just in case.
I’ve been using the Elite t 30 V2 mostly for editing photos and videos on work trips and while camping. It works well for extended laptop editing, charging lots of camera batteries, and topping up all my devices in places where there isn’t proper electricity or it’s unreliable. Last summer, I was the unofficial hero of a multi-couple camping trip when I was able to let everyone charge their devices on day 3 with the Elite 3o V2. The layout of the charging interface is all clearly marked and is easy to read in low-light conditions.
The UPS function works well enough. If the mains power goes down, it switches to battery power in less than 10 milliseconds, and that was reassuring in cabins where the electricity was a bit patchy. On a weekly basis, my girlfriend will often tap into the Elite 30 V2 just to charge her computer while working from home. I also liked the fast 140W charging on the main USB-C port. It charges power-hungry laptops quickly, which is useful for short stops or between things. At the campsite, it easily managed fairy lights, overnight phone charging, and little gadgets without a problem. It doesn’t make much noise, which is a good thing when you’re relaxing or trying to sleep.
Likes
I really like how portable and easy it is to carry almost anywhere, the smart switching and dependable UPS, the strong 150W USB-C fast charging, the good 600W output with a large surge capacity for its size, the quiet running and how much you get for the money.
Dislikes
I did have a couple of minor complaints with the Elite 30 V2. The separate AC/DC button felt a bit pointless and added an extra step when quickly turning the outputs on or off. Also, the battery life in real-world use was a little less than I expected when doing demanding editing, but that’s to be expected with its small 288Wh capacity.
Wrap Up BLUETTI Elite 30 V2
To sum up, after a lot of use on work trips, the BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 is a very good, compact portable power station. It’s excellent portability makes it good for everyday use and camping, and the smart switching and quick 150W charging are all things people who work or relax away from a stable electricity supply will appreciate. The slight issues with the AC/DC button and the slightly shorter than expected runtime when using a lot of power are easy to put up with, especially as it’s a good price and has lots of features. It’s a good compromise between size, power and convenience. I would highly recommend the Elite 30V2 to anyone who is looking for a small campsite power backup or just some assurance on road trips with charging devices. This particular power backpack also goes on sale often and can be had for a little less if you keep your eyes open.
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