Head to head · Updated Sep 27, 2026

Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 vs BLUETTI Elite 100 V2

Two of the newest 1 kWh stations, both about $500, both around 25 lb with 10 ms UPS. Anker wins on output and charging speed; BLUETTI on solar input.

Anker

Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2

4.7 (1,642)7.7

Capacity: 1,024 Wh
Output: 2,000 W
Weight: 24.9 lb
Recharge: 49 min

$499.99~~$599.00~~−17%Amazon price as of Sep 27, 2026

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BLUETTI

BLUETTI Elite 100 V2

4.6 (1,781)7.7

Capacity: 1,024 Wh
Output: 1,800 W
Weight: 25 lb
Recharge: —

$499.00~~$899.00~~−44%Amazon price as of Sep 27, 2026

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Quick verdict

Which one should you buy?

Grid charging and higher loads: Anker C1000 Gen 2. Solar-first: BLUETTI Elite 100 V2.

Choose the Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 if…

You want the most power (2,000 W vs 1,800 W), the fastest wall charge (full in 49 minutes) and a time-of-use mode that saves on electricity.

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Choose the BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 if…

You'll charge mostly from solar: it accepts 1,000 W vs 600 W, and it's a little smaller at 17 liters with a 30 dB silent mode.

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Editor scores

How they stack up

Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
BLUETTI Elite 100 V2

Key differences

By the numbers

BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 costs less: $499.00 vs $499.99 ($1 difference, Amazon prices as of Sep 27, 2026)
Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 has more continuous output: 2,000 W vs 1,800 W
BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 handles bigger startup surges: 3,600 W vs 3,000 W
BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 accepts more solar: 1,000 W vs 600 W
Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 is lighter: 24.9 lb vs 25 lb
Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 is rated higher on Amazon: 4.7★ (1,642 ratings) vs 4.6★ (1,781)

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Full specs

Spec by spec

Spec	Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2	BLUETTI Elite 100 V2
Battery
Capacity	1,024 Wh	1,024 Wh
Battery chemistry	LiFePO4	LiFePO4
Rated cycles	4,000 cycles	4,000 cycles
Output
AC output (continuous)	2,000 W	1,800 W
Surge / peak	3,000 W	3,600 W
Charging
Max AC charging input	1,600 W	1,200 W
Full charge from the wall	49 min	—
Charging speed (claimed)	Full in 49 min at 1,600 W (HyperFlash, enable in app)	0–80% in about 45 min (1,200 W AC)
Max solar input	600 W	1,000 W
UPS switchover	10 ms	10 ms
Size & build
Weight	24.9 lb	25 lb
Dimensions	15.1 × 8.2 × 9.6 in	12.6 × 8.5 × 9.8 in
Noise (claimed)	—	30 dB
Other
App control	Anker app	Wi-Fi + Bluetooth
Warranty	5 years	5 years
Editor scores (0–10)
Capacity	6	6
Output	8	8
Charging	10	8
Solar input	7	9
Portability	4	4
Battery life	9	9
Value	9	9
Overall editor score	7.7	7.7

“Best” marks the stronger value in each row. A dash means the value isn’t published. Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 wins 3 spec rows, BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 wins 2. Scores follow our rating rules.

Pros & cons

What owners and specs say

Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2

2,000 W output
Full in 49 minutes
600 W solar, 10 ms UPS
4,000 cycles to 80%, 5-year warranty

Fast charging must be enabled in the app
Not expandable
Sold by AnkerDirect, not Amazon

BLUETTI Elite 100 V2

1,000 W solar input
Compact 25 lb
10 ms UPS, 30 dB silent mode
4,000+ cycles, 5-year warranty

AC outlet count not stated on the listing
Sold by BLUETTI, not Amazon
Some listing reviews are for older models

Frequently asked questions

Which lasts longer?

Both are rated for 4,000 cycles to 80% capacity and carry 5-year warranties.

Which runs a microwave better?

The Anker, with 2,000 W continuous. Many 1,000 W microwaves draw about 1,500 W, which both can handle.

Which is lighter?

They're nearly identical: 24.9 lb for the Anker and 25 lb for the BLUETTI.

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