Bluetti EB70S Portable Power Station Review

More and more our lives revolve around consistent access to affordable power. But, at the same time, infrastructure problems, camping, and other challenges are making it so that more people want to have their source of power, rather than relying on the power in their homes full time.

There are a lot of reasons you might want a portable power station, from having charging options in an emergency, to having something you can take with you when you’re camping, or just because you like being able to run some electronics without increasing your utility bills.

Because of that increased demand, there are a lot of new power stations and home power generators hitting the market.

Bluetti has been one of the top brands when it comes to mid-range sustainable power stations. They’re a great option if you’re looking for a more affordable solar power option for at least occasional use.

Here’s what you need to know about one of their mid-tier model, the Bluetti EB70S Portable Power Station.

About Bluetti

Bluetti is a relatively new company, founded in just 2019. However, in the years since then, they have put out an impressive range of solar-powered power stations for home use, many of them small enough to take with you when you’re traveling.

The company is committed to offering effective, convenient, and easy-to-use power stations at an accessible price.

Bluetti power stations are not available in a wide range of prices, intended uses, power and power storage levels, and output options. They have options for everything from a dedicated solar phone charger to larger solar generators that can even run small appliances and serve as backup power systems for your home.

Best of all, since most of their power stations are designed for some amount of portability, you don’t need to be able to install solar panels on your roof to be able to use these power stations. You will have to get your own compatible solar panels, which Bluetti also sells, but they are often the smaller, thinner, more portable, or even foldable varieties.

And, since Bluetti is committed to sustainability, one of their focuses is also on reducing the need for rare or non-sustainable resources used in solar panels.

What Is It?

Now that you know a little more about Bluetti as a company, let’s talk about the EB70S Portable Power Station in specific. Like most of their power stations, this model is a mid-tier option. That means that it doesn’t have the generation, output, or capacity advantages of a more expensive power station, but it does more than you’d expect from an entry-level product.

Better yet, the EB70S is also priced slightly under what you would expect for this kind of power station from another provider.

This model in particular does a good job of balancing the need for power and the need for portability.

Especially in the #VanLife era, that’s an important feature since more and more people are using portable power stations like this for more of their electricity needs.

It also comes with the bonus of being powerful enough to work as a backup for things like home office equipment (though you’ll need to pick the most important equipment you want to keep running during an outage).

With a total capacity of 716 Wh, you can expect roughly 50 phone charges, approximately 10 laptop charges (depending on the size of your battery), or several charges of almost any battery-operated device.

It can also power things like a desktop computer for several hours, run a far to help you keep cool all day, and run any 120V appliances.

Remember though, like any power station, the more things you ask it to do at once, the faster its batteries will run out.

Bluetti’s 120W solar panel will fully charge the power station in about 6.5 hours, while a larger, 200W solar panel can get the job done in as little as 4-5. Just remember to check on compatibility before you invest in a larger panel.

The battery in the EB70S is rated for more than 2,500 charges. That means that almost any user can expect this power station to last for several years, even with heavy use. Just remember that leaving the battery alone won’t necessarily prolong its functional life, especially if you leave it either fully charged or fully drained.

Wireless Charging

If you love the convenience of having a wireless phone charger for your mobile devices, this power station offers exactly that. There is a space on the top of the power station dedicated to wireless charging.

Just remember that you want to have that area accessible if you want to use the wireless charging feature and that you should not try to use the wireless charger while the power station is turned on its side. Trying to attach your phone to the charger, instead of letting it rest on the charger, can be a recipe for accidentally overheating one or both devices.

Easy Carry Handle

The portability of this power station is greatly increased by the comfortable folding handle on the top of the box.

The handle works well for moving the power station in and out of storage, around a room, out while you’re camping, or even for loading it into vehicles when you’re traveling.

One of the biggest advantages Bluetti products have in general when it comes to power stations is the overall size of their power stations. Bluetti tends to offer larger capacity batteries in a smaller than average space, and their efficient use of case space means they can also often offer more outlets and charging options than competitors.

When Can You Use It?

There are a lot of situations where the Bluetti could be useful. It’s a good backup option for your devices, especially if you live somewhere with inconsistent electricity. It can also be a good tool for running home computers, small appliances, and other electronics.

The long battery life and fast recharging makes it effective as a backup for a lot of equipment, basically anything that can run on a 120V outlet.

This power station is also a good power source for people who want to go on long road trips, live van life, or who are fond of camping. It’s powerful enough to run camping stoves, fans, and other necessary equipment.

You can also use it as a convenient power charging station if you need one, even at home. It can also be a good option for vacations and other times when access to electricity might be a little more hit or miss.

Bluetti EB70S Portable Power Station Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Easy carry handle for increased portability
• Wireless charging option for convenience
• Good balance of power and portability

Cons:

• Not as powerful as more expensive options
• Batteries may deplete faster with multiple devices
• Wireless charging orientation limitations

Overall Impression

If you’re someone who needs electricity to stay connected, likes having access to at least a little bit of power on the go, or wants to have some backup options for power, the Bluetti EB70S Power Station ($499.99) can help.

The mid-tier power station is a lot more convenient for everyday use than a typical generator, and the option to charge it with sustainable solar power makes it more environmentally friendly than most gasoline generators.

If you’re looking for an at-home power station that can occasionally travel with you, this is a good option. If you want something that serves as a generator, or that’s truly portable enough to come with you anywhere, you might want to get a different model that’s more specialized.

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