BLUETTI
BLUETTI EB3A Portable Power Station
The best budget power station — 268Wh LiFePO4 for under $200 with 600W output.
Our Review
The BLUETTI EB3A is the entry point to LiFePO4 portable power. At $199, it packs 268Wh of capacity, 600W continuous output, and charges from 0-80% in 30 minutes via wall outlet. It won't run a fridge, but it handles laptops, phones, CPAP machines, drones, and small appliances easily. The built-in wireless charging pad on top is a nice touch. At just 10.1 lbs, it's genuinely portable — throw it in a backpack for camping or keep it in a closet for emergencies. Outdoor Life's 'Best Budget' pick.
✅ What We Like
- Cheapest LiFePO4 power station worth buying
- Wireless charging pad is a nice bonus
- Genuinely portable at 10.1 lbs
- Fast 30-minute charge to 80%
⚠️ Worth Noting
- 268Wh won't power large appliances
- 600W output is limited
- Fan can be loud for its size
- App connectivity is basic
Key Features
- LiFePO4 at a sub-$200 price
- 0-80% charge in 30 minutes
- Built-in wireless charging pad
- 10.1 lbs — truly portable
- 600W output with 1200W surge
Specifications
| ac_outlets | 2 |
|---|---|
| battery_type | LiFePO4 |
| capacity_wh | 268 |
| charge_time_wall_min | 45 |
| cycle_life | 2500 |
| output_watts | 600 |
| solar_input_watts | 200 |
| surge_watts | 1200 |
| usb_ports | 5 |
| warranty_years | 5 |
| weight_lbs | 10.1 |
Best For
- Budget
- Camping
- Emergency