Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 vs Bluetti Elite 100 V2

Specs verified 2026-10-13  Methodology

Quick verdict: Same 1,024Wh LFP capacity, and OutdoorGearLab measured both delivering about 890Wh (87%), so runtime per charge is a wash. The Bluetti is $31 cheaper ($499 vs $530, or $487 vs $518 per kWh), takes 1,000W of solar against 600W, and PopSci's tester never heard it louder than a whisper, while MacRumors' reviewer said the Anker's fans at full speed were too loud to sleep through. The Anker answers with speed and muscle: OutdoorGearLab measured a full wall recharge in about 0.8 hours against about two hours for the Bluetti at its default setting, plus 2,000W continuous versus 1,800W and more AC outlets. Neither one expands. Pick the Anker if you need to refill fast before or between outages or run a slightly bigger load; pick the Bluetti for quiet overnight use, solar charging, or the lower price. We earn a commission on Bluetti, not on Anker.

Spec scoreboard: SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 wins 4 of 12 · Elite 100 V2 wins 3 of 12 (green = winner per row)

SpecAnker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2Bluetti Elite 100 V2
Price $530 $499
Capacity 1,024 Wh 1,024 Wh
Max expandable 1.0 kWh 1.0 kWh
Continuous output 2,000 W 1,800 W
Surge 3,000 W 2,700 W
240V output No No
Cycle life 4,000 4,000
AC recharge (0-100%) 49 min 108 min
Max solar input 600 W 1,000 W
Weight 24.9 lb 25 lb
Warranty 5 years 5 years
$ per kWh $518 $487

Runtime head-to-head

Computed from rated capacity at 85% inverter efficiency — the numbers marketing pages don't show side by side.

ScenarioSOLIX C1000 Gen 2Elite 100 V2
Refrigerator (150W, 35% duty) 16.6 hrs 16.6 hrs
CPAP overnight (60W) 14.5 hrs 14.5 hrs
Sump pump in storm (800W, 20% duty) 5.4 hrs 5.4 hrs
Home essentials (~330W bundle) 5.3 hrs 5.3 hrs

Strengths & trade-offs

Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2

  • Fastest AC recharge in its class: 49 minutes at 1,600W (UltraFast mode, toggled in the app)
  • 2,000W continuous from a 24.9 lb box, more than most 1kWh rivals
  • OutdoorGearLab measured 890Wh delivered from the 1,024Wh pack
  • Fans get loud under heavy load or fast charging
  • Gen 2 dropped battery expansion and the built-in light the Gen 1 had
  • At $530 direct it costs about $518/kWh, more than the Gen 1 C1000 on Amazon

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Bluetti Elite 100 V2

  • OutdoorGearLab measured 890Wh out of 1,024Wh (87%), one of the best results in its class
  • 1,000W solar input, roughly double what most 1kWh units accept
  • Quiet: rated 30dB, and two testers reported the fan stayed near-silent
  • Slow default AC charging: OutdoorGearLab measured 512Wh/hr, about two hours from empty
  • Only two AC outlets
  • ECO mode can cut AC power to a cycling fridge overnight unless you turn it off

Check price at Bluetti → Full review

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better, the Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 or the Bluetti Elite 100 V2?

On raw spec wins it's Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 (4 to 3) across our 12 tracked specs - but the right pick depends on your load. We earn a commission on Bluetti, not on Anker.

How long will the SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 and Elite 100 V2 run a refrigerator?

At 150W and a 35% duty cycle: the Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 runs about 16.6 hrs, the Bluetti Elite 100 V2 about 16.6 hrs (85% inverter efficiency).

Is the price difference worth it?

The SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 costs $518/kWh of storage vs $487/kWh for the Elite 100 V2 at MSRP. Both discount frequently - check current prices before deciding, and size your actual load with our calculator first.

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