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Some of the most essential fall camping gear, like backpacks, windproof tents, and camping stoves, are on sale ahead of the upcoming season, but if you want to make off-grid living seamless, it’s worth investing in a great portable power station. These go-anywhere power packs can be pricey, but one of Amazon’s most popular models is down $500 and is currently at its lowest price ever.
The Bluetti AC180 Portable Power Station is currently on sale for $499 on Amazon — a 50% discount off its regular $999 price tag. This powerhouse power station has earned over 600 five-star ratings from Amazon shoppers, who say it’s “absolutely perfect” for camping, remote workspaces, and backup or mobile power at home, and it’s currently one of the top 5 best-selling outdoor generators on the site, with more than 1,000 sold in the last month. It also comes in a bundle deal with a 200-watt solar panel for $300 more.
Bluetti AC180 Portable Power Station for $499 at Amazon (was $999)
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Bluetti’s AC180 is a high-end entry-level power station that’s perfect for temporary home backup, outdoor enthusiasts, backyard entertainers, and anyone looking for sustainable off-grid power. It produces 1,800 watts of power and has a total of 11 charging ports, including four AC outlets, four USB-A ports, one USB-C port, a car outlet, and even a wireless charging pad. It can be charged in a few hours with Bluetti’s solar panels, but you can also top it up at home with a pass-through socket and it can recharge the battery to 80% in about 45 minutes. And since it weighs only 37.4 pounds, it’s still very maneuverable—you can easily carry it anywhere.
Those who have brought this power station home say it’s easy to use. “Reliable and powerful,” says one shopper. “As someone who uses it regularly to power my 30×10-foot work shed, I value reliable power solutions, and the AC180 exceeded my expectations in every way… Whether it’s charging my laptop and phone, powering my power tools, running LED lights and fans, or watching TV, I never have to worry about running out of power.”
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Campers also say it’s a huge help when working in harsh conditions for long periods of time. “It gives you freedom and peace of mind,” says one shopper. “We looked for a solar PV system for years and finally chose this one… We took it off-grid camping and it worked great! It powered our 21-foot pop-up tent trailer, lights, phones, and radio.”
If you’re planning on heading to the campground or preparing for upcoming blackouts, it’s handy to have a great power bank like Bluetti’s AC180 in your corner. But make sure you get yours soon, because this discount is only available for a limited time.