Head-to-head test
Anker SOLIX F3800 PLUS vs BLUETTI Apex 200 + B300K
Watts or hours: the F3800 PLUS buys split-phase outlets and 6,000W, the Apex 200 + B300K buys 1,485Wh more battery rated for twice the cycles, and only a house that needs 240 V should pay for the watts.
Black Friday Β· 23 days out
Price to beat:SOLIX F3800 PLUS $2,300
The lowest we have recorded. A Black Friday price above it is a sale this unit has already had.
Full profiles: Anker SOLIX F3800 PLUS β
Written by Gunner GustafsonUpdated
Whole-Home Backup Tester, Station Arena Test Desk
Spec deltas
Gunnerβs take
Whole-Home Backup Tester
The F3800 PLUS is the stronger inverter and the Apex 200 + B300K is the bigger battery. The PLUS puts out 6,000W with a 9,000W surge through 120/240 V outlets; the Apex holds 5,324.8Wh to the PLUS's 3,840Wh and is built for 120 V onlyB2.
It is also the cheaper of the two by $401, rated for twice the cyclesB1, and it splits into two boxes: a 59.5 lb base unitB8 and a B300K of about 65 lbB21. The PLUS is a single 132.3 lb box that one reviewer found rolls well on its big rear wheels until it meets a small bumpA8.
I'd buy the Apex unless the house needs split-phase. Paying more for less battery only makes sense when the extra voltage does a job the Apex can't.
What the Numbers Reveal
Each conclusion stated first β the numbers behind it on one line, the full analysis below.
continuous output
That makes the PLUS a whole-home machine in a way the Apex can't be for a split-phase house. One reviewer wired it through Anker's Home Power Panel and watched the lights barely flicker on switchoverA3. The Apex can't feed a 240 V circuit at all.
F3800 PLUS: 120/240 V outlets, 6,000W continuous, 9,000W surgeB2Apex 200: 120 V only; BLUETTI sends 120/240 V buyers to the Apex 300B2Apex 200 + B300K: 3,600W continuous, surge not publishedOne reviewer ran the PLUS through Anker's Home Power Panel in UPS mode and the lights barely flickeredA3
Why it mattersIf your transfer switch or well pump is 240 V, stop here and buy the PLUS.
Capacity
A fridge and a freezer together emptied the PLUS in 7.34 hours in one reviewer's runA5. The same pair would run proportionally longer on the Apex. Through a night's outage, the Apex has the reserve for a second night and the PLUS nearly does.
Apex 200 + B300K: 5,324.8Wh; F3800 PLUS: 3,840WhOne reviewer emptied the PLUS in 7.34 hours running a fridge and a freezer togetherA58-Hour Blackout: the Apex finishes with 2,881Wh left, the PLUS with 1,619Wh
Why it mattersHouseholds whose outages run past one night should buy the battery over the inverter.
rated cycles
On those ratings the Apex comes to $0.07 per lifetime kWh and the PLUS to $0.23, about a third as much to own per kWh delivered. For someone shifting load off peak rates every evening, that is the deciding row on the page.
Apex 200: rated 6,000 cycles to 70%B1; F3800 PLUS: 3,000 cyclesLifetime energy over the rated cycles: about 31,949 kWh against 11,520 kWhApex 200 + B300K $2,199; F3800 PLUS $2,600
Why it mattersDaily cyclers on a 120 V house should treat the Apex as the default.
The specific dimensions that decide these two units β everything else is a tie.
Your Life, Your Pick
Selected because: The outage row has a winner, and outages are what a battery this size is bought for.
The 8-hour blackout is the row with a winner, and it's the Apex: 36% used against the PLUS's 50%, with 2,881Wh left to the PLUS's 1,619Wh.
The rest are a pass for both or for neither. Both cover a CPAP night many times over, and the camping and tailgate rows assume something you'd carry. Van Life Daily leaves the Apex 159Wh short and the PLUS 1,421Wh short.
Lifetime Value
Selected because: The two are rated for very different cycle counts, which decides what a daily cycler pays per kWh.
cost / lifetime kWh
BLUETTI rates the Apex 200's pack for 6,000 cycles to 70%B1; Anker rates the PLUS for 3,000. Over that life the Apex comes to $0.07 per kWh delivered and the PLUS to $0.23.
A cheaper box that also lasts longer leaves the PLUS one argument, and it is the inverter. It matters most to someone cycling daily against peak rates; a battery that waits for storms won't reach either rating.
Portability & Form Factor
Selected because: Wheels on one, two separate boxes on the other: different ways of getting a heavy battery where it lives.
weight
The PLUS is one 132.3 lb box on big rear wheels that one reviewer found fine on grass and stopped dead by small bumpsA8.
The Apex is 124.5 lb across two boxes, the 59.5 lb base with a handle on each sideB8 and the B300K at about 65 lbB21. I'd rather take two trips down the basement stairs than roll one box down them.
Every port, labelled
What plugs in where, and how much it takes
Anker SOLIX F3800 PLUS
Front panel
- 112 V car socket Β· 120 WOutA 12 V car socket behind a cap, 12 V at 10 A, with its own button.
- 23Γ USB-C Β· 100 WOutThree USB-C ports, up to 100 W each. Output only, Anker says.
- 32Γ USB-A Β· 12 WOutTwo USB-A ports, up to 12 W each.
The AC outlets are on the left side and the inputs on the right side, mapped below.
Photo: Anker Β· Product image, Anker SOLIX store Β· numbers and labels are ours. Ratings from Ankerβs US F3800 Plus spec table (ankersolix.com/products/f3800-plus); port counts read from Ankerβs picture.
Outlet side
- 1TT-30R Β· 120 VOutA TT-30R RV outlet, printed 120V 25A Max: up to 3,000 W at 120 V by Ankerβs figure. The plug on a camperβs 30 A shore-power cord.
- 2L14-30R Β· 240 VOutA 120/240 V twist-lock, 25 A, up to 6,000 W. The F3800 Plusβs only 240 V outlet, and the one Anker names for charging an EV or feeding a transfer switch.
- 36Γ 20 A outletsOutSix NEMA 5-20R outlets in two groups of three, each group up to 2,400 W. Anker says the left three are the UPS outlets.
Beside the outlets, two reset buttons printed OVERCHARGE PROTECTION.
Photo: Anker Β· Product image, Anker SOLIX store Β· numbers and labels are ours. Ratings printed on Ankerβs panel and in Ankerβs US F3800 Plus spec table and store FAQ (ankersolix.com/products/f3800-plus).
Input side
- 1Home panel & gen portIn Β· OutAnkerβs HPP and generator adapter port: 120/240 V, up to 6,000 W in and 6,000 W out. A 120 or 240 V generator plugs in here, or Ankerβs Home Power Panel.
- 2AC in Β· 1,800 WInThe 120 V charging inlet: up to 1,800 W (15 A for under three hours, 12 A continuous).
- 32Γ Solar in Β· 1,600 WInTwo solar inputs, each 11 to 165 V at up to 17 A and 1,600 W: 3,200 W of panels in all.
- 4Battery portIn Β· OutA covered port marked with a battery, for Ankerβs BP3800: up to six, 3.84 kWh each, by Ankerβs spec table.
- 5Generator portInA covered port marked with a generator: Ankerβs SOLIX Generator port, rated 60 V and 120 A.
Between the AC inlet and the solar inputs, a reset button printed OVERCHARGE PROTECTION. The front panel is mapped above.
Photo: Anker Β· Product image, Anker SOLIX store Β· numbers and labels are ours. Ports read by us from Ankerβs picture; names and ratings from Ankerβs US F3800 Plus spec table and store FAQ (ankersolix.com/products/f3800-plus).
Strengths & trade-offs
Anker SOLIX F3800 PLUS
Strengths
- +Higher AC output
- +Longer warranty
- +Faster solar charging
Trade-offs
- βVery heavy unit that may be difficult for one person to lift.
- βShorter-lived battery β rated for 3,000 charge cycles vs the Apex 200 + B300K's 6,000, so it wears out sooner.
BLUETTI Apex 200 + B300K
Strengths
- +Costs $401 less
- +Lighter by 7.8 lb
- +Larger battery capacity
- +Rated for 6,000 charge cycles β much longer battery lifespan
Trade-offs
- βWeaker inverter (-2,400W) limits appliance compatibility.
- βVery heavy unit that may be difficult for one person to lift.
Will It Power Your Gear?
Scenario math and per-appliance runtimes, modeled from the spec record.
Scenario verdicts
We ran the math on six real-world scenarios. Here's which unit survives your actual life.
SCN-01 Β· 2 nights Β· needs 2,100Wh
Weekend Camping
Two nights off-grid with essential comfort
Neither unit
Scoring these two at a campsite is a category error: neither travels β the SOLIX F3800 PLUS is 132.3 lbs and the Apex 200 + B300K 124.5 lbs, and at those weights they roll off a truck bed if they go anywhere at all. The 2,100Wh here is trivial for either β it's the going that doesn't happen. If you need power away from the building, you're shopping the wrong class.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOADΒ Β Phone Charger 15WΓ6h Β· LED Lights 40WΓ8h Β· Box Fan 75WΓ14h Β· CPAP Machine 40WΓ16h
SCN-02 Β· 8 hours Β· needs 1,645Wh
8-Hour Blackout
Keep the essentials running through a night without power
Apex 200 + B300K
The Apex wins this one on reserve. Both finish the 1,645Wh night, and the Apex still has 2,881Wh left to the PLUS's 1,619Wh. If outages where you live run into a second evening, the Apex covers it and the PLUS nearly does.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOADΒ Β Fridge 150WΓ8h Β· Router + Modem 20WΓ8h Β· LED Lights (4 bulbs) 40WΓ6h Β· Phone Charger 15WΓ3h
SCN-03 Β· 8 hours Β· needs 320Wh
CPAP Overnight
Sleep therapy without interruption β the #1 medical use case
Either unit
A CPAP is about 40W for eight hours, so both of these cover the night several times over β capacity isn't the question here. What would separate them is fan noise, but neither maker publishes a fan-noise figure, so there's nothing to hold either of them to. Buy on price, weight, and whether you can live with a fan you haven't heard.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOADΒ Β CPAP Machine 40WΓ8h
SCN-04 Β· 8 hours Β· needs 910Wh
Remote Workday
Full work day off-grid without power anxiety
Either unit
Both power your workstation all day without strain. At these utilization levels the real difference is USB-C for direct laptop charging β 140W on the Apex 200 + B300K against 100W β which beats the inverter for convenience and wastes less energy.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOADΒ Β Laptop 60WΓ8h Β· External Monitor 30WΓ8h Β· Router + Modem 20WΓ8h Β· Phone Charger 15WΓ2h
SCN-05 Β· 4 hours Β· needs 670Wh
Tailgate Party
Game day power for the crew
Neither unit
Scoring these two at a tailgate is a category error: neither travels β the SOLIX F3800 PLUS is 132.3 lbs and the Apex 200 + B300K 124.5 lbs, and at those weights they roll off a truck bed if they go anywhere at all. The 670Wh here is trivial for either β it's the going that doesn't happen. If you need power away from the building, you're shopping the wrong class.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOADΒ Β Blender 400WΓ0.5h Β· LED TV (55") 80WΓ4h Β· Bluetooth Speaker 15WΓ4h Β· Phone Charger (Γ3) 45WΓ2h
SCN-06 Β· 24 hours Β· needs 4,685Wh
Van Life Daily
A full day of mobile living β the ultimate endurance test
Neither unit
Neither finishes a 4,685Wh day. The Apex falls 159Wh short and the PLUS 1,421Wh short, and at these weights neither belongs in a van.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOADΒ Β Mini-Fridge 150WΓ24h Β· Laptop 60WΓ4h Β· Phone Charger 15WΓ3h Β· LED Lights 40WΓ5h Β· Fan 75WΓ8h
The Load Test
RUNTIME = (Wh Γ 0.85) Γ· LOAD
None of the scenarios above exactly yours? Build it. Toggle what you'd plug in; both units are tested against the combined draw.
Essentials
Comfort & Convenience
High-Draw Appliances
Test duration
8h
Continuous draw
205W
Projected runtime
For this load: Apex 200 + B300K runs 22.1h vs 15.9h.
$2,199 list Β· direct from BLUETTI
Planning for more than this? Describe your whole setup and get it sizedΒ β
Modeled from the spec record β same math as the tables below. Methodology
Runtime by appliance
Real-world runtime estimates for common appliances, modeled at 85% inverter efficiency.ΒΉ
Essentials
The basics you need runningscale 0β301.7hComfort & Convenience
Makes off-grid life actually enjoyablescale 0β60.3hHigh-Draw Appliances
These reveal the real limitsscale 0β4.5hΒΉ Runtime = (capacity Γ 0.85) Γ· appliance watts. Within each group, all bars share one time scale (the group's longest runtime), so lengths are comparable across appliances; identical runtimes collapse into a single blue/orange bar. Actual runtime varies with battery age, temperature, and simultaneous loads β see methodology.
Conclusion
November 4, 2026
Verdict: the Apex 200 + B300K
I'd buy the Apex 200 + B300K. It costs $401 less, holds 1,485Wh more, and BLUETTI rates it for 6,000 cycles against the PLUS's 3,000B1. The PLUS takes 3,200W of solar through standard MC4 connectors, a fix one reviewer credits Anker forA11, so solar no longer separates them. Voltage still does: the PLUS has 120/240 V outlets and 6,000W with a published 9,000W surge, and the Apex is 120 V onlyB2. A house with a 240 V well pump or a split-phase transfer switch should buy the PLUS.
Editor-assigned confidence, based on cited owner research and spec analysis.
List prices as of November 4, 2026. The links below open Anker's and BLUETTI's current prices.
$2,199.00 Β· direct from BLUETTI
or check the SOLIX F3800 PLUS price$2,599.99 list
Written by Gunner Gustafson, Whole-Home Backup Tester Β· Station Arena Test Desk Β· Updated November 4, 2026
Measured Data
Benchmark scores and the full spec record, side by side.
Benchmark scores
Not rated for both units (minimum threshold unmet): RV Living.
Full specifications
α΅ Derived: price Γ· rated capacity. See the data behind our comparisons β
Comparison ToolAdd more power stations, side by sideOpen Tool βHow these numbers are produced
Numeric verification
Every figure on this page traces to our spec database or arithmetic on it β no estimated numbers.
Owner claims
Statements about owner experience are cited to published reviews β see Sources & Research Notes below.
Runtime model
Runtime = (rated capacity Γ 0.85 inverter efficiency) Γ· device wattage. Solar recharge estimates assume panels deliver 70% of rated output. Cold weather, battery age, and stacked loads reduce real-world results.
Power Score
Computed from 14 published spec dimensions, weighted per use-case bench. Higher is better; a unit must meet a bench's minimum threshold to be rated.
See the full weight table and data sourcing on our methodology page βClass ranking (the star rating)
Each unit's star score is a category ranking, not customer reviews β no buyer opinions feed it. We score every station on size-independent quality (value, output, portability, endurance, ports, warranty, and more), then percentile-rank it against the other units in its capacity class, so a class-leading compact unit and a class-leading whole-home unit can both earn 5β . Here, SOLIX F3800 PLUS rates 4.4/5 (67th percentile of 22 Home Backup-class units), and Apex 200 + B300K rates 4.4/5 (62nd percentile of 22 Home Backup-class units).
How the class ranking is computed βTest Notes & Caveats
Hidden gotchas and advantages we spotted that you won't find on the product page.
Two Boxes Against One
The F3800 PLUS is a single 132.3 lb box: two people to move it, and then it stays. The Apex system totals 124.5 lb but arrives as two boxes, the base unit with a handle on each side and one battery stacked under it, and each piece weighs well under the F3800 PLUS on its own. More pounds, easier stairs.
UPS Switchover: β€15ms vs β€20ms
Both list a UPS mode, at different rated speeds. The Apex 200 + B300K is rated β€15ms β fine on paper for routers and most electronics; the fussiest PC power supplies sit right at this line. The SOLIX F3800 PLUS is rated β€20ms β fine on paper for routers and most electronics; the fussiest PC power supplies sit right at this line. If a computer with unsaved work is the thing being protected, the stated class is worth the attention; nothing here is a lab result.
Battery Lifespan in Real Years
The Apex 200 + B300K is rated for 6,000 cycles vs 3,000. In real life: at daily use, that's 16.4 vs 8.2 years. At weekend use (twice a week), it's 58 vs 29 years. One caution reading years across different sizes: a cycle is 5,325Wh on the Apex 200 + B300K and 3,840Wh on the SOLIX F3800 PLUS, so count lifetime energy β roughly 31,949 kWh against 11,520 kWh over the rated life. After hitting the cycle limit, the battery doesn't die β it drops to ~80% of original capacity, which is still very usable.
Full record above β the Test Desk pick is the Apex 200 + B300K.
Check Apex 200 + B300K price βor check the SOLIX F3800 PLUS priceOwnership Analysis
What happens after you buy β true cost of ownership, brand trust, and growth potential.
Lifetime value
Service lifeyears at one full cycle per day
Lifetime energy delivered
Cost per delivered kWh
β warranty ends Β· Reaching the cycle rating means ~80% capacity remains β degraded, not dead.
Analyst note
The Apex 200 + B300K wins on both sticker price and long-term value. At $0.07/kWh over its lifetime, it's meaningfully cheaper to own. Clear value winner.
Delivers each lifetime kWh for $0.16 less β check the Apex 200 + B300K price β
Brand trust
Anker
Ecosystem
7-8 SOLIX portable power stations across C-series (compact) and F-series (flagship), plus the X1 home energy system
Support
US-based support. Historically known for incredible no-hassle replacements, but recent reports describe AI-driven support agents giving generic responses and complex return logistics for heavy units (hazmat shipping). The Anker brand reputation is still strong, but SOLIX-specific support quality is trending down.
Community
Moderate β active Reddit (r/Anker, r/AnkerSOLIXCommunity) and growing. Benefits from Anker's massive consumer electronics brand awareness.
App experience
Rated 4.5/5 iOS (~1,100 ratings) Β· 4.3/5 Android
Unique strength
Parent brand trust from Anker's consumer electronics dominance. InfiniPower technology for long cycle life. Strong $/Wh value in the mid-size and larger units β the S2000, F2600 and C1000 are among the better buys per watt-hour in the catalog.
Worth knowing
Support quality appears to be declining from its historically excellent level. Firmware updates have removed features without warning. Expansion ecosystem is smaller than EcoFlow's.
BLUETTI
Ecosystem
One of the broadest lineups β 15-20+ models from budget (AC2A) to flagship portable (Apex 300, 2764.8Wh). Includes specialized products: vehicle solar hubs, sodium-ion cold-weather units, and balcony storage systems.
Support
The most inconsistent support in the space. Heavily email-based with China timezone delays. Some users get smooth, efficient service; others report weeks of troubleshooting runarounds, being offered discounts on new units instead of repairs, and confusing third-party purchase claim processes. Buying direct from Bluetti's website tends to produce better support outcomes.
Community
Active and growing β Reddit r/bluetti has a dedicated community. Second-largest after EcoFlow in engagement.
App experience
Rated 4.5/5 iOS and Android β tied for best app experience in the category. V3.0 UI redesign was well-received.
Unique strength
Among the best capacity-to-price ratios available β several Elite and Apex units are the lowest $/Wh in the catalog. Widest product diversity including industry-firsts like sodium-ion cold-weather units and dual solar+alternator vehicle hubs. LFP across the rest of the range, though rated cycle life spans 2,500 (EB3A) to 6,000, and it varies WITHIN the Elite range rather than tracking it β the Elite 300 and Elite 200 V2 are rated 6,000 while the Elite 30 V2, Elite 10 Mini, Elite 320 and Elite 400 are rated 3,000+ and the Elite 100 V2 4,000+, so check the specific model. Dual-voltage (120V/240V) in flagships.
Worth knowing
Customer support inconsistency is the #1 risk factor. Older/discontinued units may become unrepairable β no spare parts policy for some models. Some reports of erratic communication from support agents.
Analyst note
Anker and BLUETTI are close competitors. Both have established support channels and growing ecosystems. Compare their specific warranty terms and community size for your peace of mind.
Growth path
SOLIX F3800 PLUS
EXPANDABLESupports Anker expansion batteries, so you can add capacity later without replacing the base unit β useful if your needs may climb past 3,840Wh.
Accepts up to 3,200W of solar. Enough for a serious multi-panel array.
Generous port selection supports complex multi-device setups.
Expansion batteries are Anker-specific. You're investing in the Anker ecosystem.
Apex 200 + B300K
EXPANDABLESupports BLUETTI expansion batteries, so you can add capacity later without replacing the base unit β useful if your needs may climb past 5,325Wh.
Accepts up to 3,000W of solar. Enough for a serious multi-panel array.
Adequate ports for most setups, but heavy users may want a power strip.
Expansion batteries are BLUETTI-specific. You're investing in the BLUETTI ecosystem.
Realistic full solar rechargeat 70% of rated panel output β see methodology
Analyst note
Both expand, so neither locks you out of growth β decide on capacity, price, and the rest, not the expansion checkbox.
What Owners Report
Patterns from published owner reports and long-term reviews β every claim cited to its source below.
Anker SOLIX F3800 PLUS
Most of what exists on the PLUS comes from reviewers who used it for weeks to months rather than from owner forumsA0. They come out positive: one calls it a repeat success after a few monthsA7, and another watched the lights barely flicker when it switched over in UPS mode on a whole-home setupA3.
The catches are specific. One reviewer emptied it in 7.34 hours with a fridge and freezer togetherA5. Early standby drain drew attention, and one source says a firmware update cut idle use by about 50%, a claim we could not confirm with a second sourceA9A0. Support reports split: one owner of a large Solix setup says Anker stopped answering about a noisy battery packA1, while another Solix owner, model unconfirmed, describes fast advance replacementsA2.
βI've called them and submitted tickets via their portal, always very responsive. They've even done advanced replacement for me.β
Sources
campingsolar.us Β· cleanenergybusinesscouncil.com
BLUETTI Apex 200 + B300K
Nobody outside BLUETTI has used an Apex 200 yet, so every entry on its side is BLUETTI's own page or our arithmetic on itB0B1. I'd want a week of fridge-and-freezer duty on one before trusting anything past BLUETTI's figures, and the 45-minute Turbo wall charge already works out to more than a household outlet suppliesB7.
β2,560 Wh of LFP (lithium iron phosphate) cells, rated 6,000+ cycles to 70% of capacity. The badge on the unit in BLUETTI's own render reads 3600W | 2560Wh.β
Sources
bluettipower.com
Sources & Research Notes
Every owner claim in this report is traceable to a published source. The bracketed references above resolve here.
Recurring owner themes
- Owner support experiences with Anker/Solix diverge sharply β some report being ghosted after repeated contact attempts over a hardware fault, while others describe fast, responsive advanced-replacement service. [SOLIX F3800 PLUS Β· 2 entries]
- Real-world runtime drops off steeply with load: light loads (lights, router, occasional laptop/e-bike charging) stretch toward the ~17-hour mark, but running a fridge and freezer together drains the base unit in around 7 hours. [SOLIX F3800 PLUS Β· 2 entries]
- Fan noise is reported as low/background during normal household loads and only becomes noticeably audible under heavy loads (4,000W+) or max-speed charging. [SOLIX F3800 PLUS Β· 2 entries]
- The unit's near-137 lb weight is a recurring friction point: reviewers note the wheels/handles work for moderate use but struggle over rough terrain, and aggregated user feedback flags portability and packaging as concerns despite praise for raw performance. [SOLIX F3800 PLUS Β· 2 entries]
- No owner or reviewer reports exist yet: every entry is BLUETTI's own coming-soon page, spec table or store listing, or our own arithmetic on them. [Apex 200 + B300K Β· 22 entries]
- A1
βI think it may be a fire hazard with this crazy noise it's making. I have emailed Anker support over 5 times... Anker support is ghosting me after I spent over 20k on their solix line and solar panels within a month.β
DIY Solar Forum β "Big issue with Anker Solix F3800 plus battery pack (Large Anker Solix setup)" Β· 2025-08 Β· [negative]
- A2
βI've called them and submitted tickets via their portal, always very responsive. They've even done advanced replacement for me.β
DIY Solar Forum β "Big issue with Anker Solix F3800 plus battery pack (Large Anker Solix setup)" (reply from another Solix owner) Β· 2025-08 Β· [positive]
- A3
βIn UPS mode, the F3800 Plus can switch in about 20ms. There's more cabling and components when connected to the whole home setup, but the lights still barely flicker.β
Android Authority β "Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus with Home Power Panel review: Total power backup" Β· 2025-05 Β· [positive]
- A5
βWith both the freezer and my fridge plugged in at the same time, I was about to get 7.34 hours before the unit was completely drained.β
Digital Trends β "Anker Solix F3800 Plus review: this power station wins for versatility and value" Β· 2025-05 Β· [mixed]
- A7
βAfter a few months with its successor, I can easily say it is a repeat success.β
AppleInsider β "Anker Solix F3800 Plus portable power station review: investment in reliable home power" Β· 2025-08 Β· [positive]
- A8
βThe big wheels in the back are enough to go over grassy terrain, but avoid anything too challenging. Small bumps can be enough to slam everything to a halt.β
AppleInsider β "Anker Solix F3800 Plus portable power station review: investment in reliable home power" Β· 2025-08 Β· [mixed]
- A9
βEarly reviews focused heavily on the standby drain of the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus. Anker later released a firmware update that said it can cut idle use by about 50%.β
VoltNest β "Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Review: My Honest Test Results" Β· 2026-04 Β· [mixed]
- A11
βAnker really addressed this issue with the F3800 Plus. You now get a true 3,200W solar input, which is compatible with normal MC4 solar panels.β
TheSolarLab β "Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Review: Big Power, Big Price?" Β· unknown Β· [positive]
- B1
β2,560 Wh of LFP (lithium iron phosphate) cells, rated 6,000+ cycles to 70% of capacity. The badge on the unit in BLUETTI's own render reads 3600W | 2560Wh.β
BLUETTI Apex 200 coming-soon page, bluettipower.com/pages/apex-200-expandable-power-station (read 2026-10-19, rechecked 2026-10-31) / Specification table on BLUETTI's Apex 200 page, published as an image (read 2026-10-19) Β· 2026-10-19 Β· [positive]
- B2
βAC output 3,200 W continuous on its own, 3,600 W once an expansion battery is attached. 120 V only; BLUETTI's FAQ sends buyers who need 120/240 V to the Apex 300.β
BLUETTI Apex 200 coming-soon page, bluettipower.com/pages/apex-200-expandable-power-station (read 2026-10-19, rechecked 2026-10-31) Β· 2026-10-19 Β· [mixed]
- B5
βSolar input up to 3,000 W: 2,000 W through a high-voltage MC4 input accepting 60β280 V, plus 1,000 W through a low-voltage XT60 input. BLUETTI quotes about 50 minutes to 80% with both inputs at full output.β
BLUETTI Apex 200 coming-soon page, bluettipower.com/pages/apex-200-expandable-power-station (read 2026-10-19, rechecked 2026-10-31) Β· 2026-10-19 Β· [positive]
- B7
β80% of 2,560 Wh is 2,048 Wh. Delivered in 45 minutes from empty that averages about 2,700 W, nearly twice what a 15 A, 120 V wall outlet supplies (1,440 W), and faster than BLUETTI's own 1.6 hours through a 30 A campground cable. Treat the 45 minutes as unconfirmed until BLUETTI says where it starts and what circuit it needs.β
Power Station Arena arithmetic on BLUETTI's published figures (our reading, not a maker statement) Β· 2026-10-19 Β· [negative]
- B8
βWeight 59.5 lb (27 kg), two built-in handles, one each side; size 530 Γ 326 Γ 211 mm (20.9 Γ 12.8 Γ 8.3 in).β
BLUETTI Apex 200 coming-soon page, bluettipower.com/pages/apex-200-expandable-power-station (read 2026-10-19, rechecked 2026-10-31) / Specification table on BLUETTI's Apex 200 page, published as an image (read 2026-10-19) Β· 2026-10-19 Β· [mixed]
- B11
βApp: per-outlet switching and schedules, shedding chosen loads at a set charge level, time-of-use charging, and severe-weather alerts that offer to charge ahead of a storm.β
BLUETTI Apex 200 coming-soon page, bluettipower.com/pages/apex-200-expandable-power-station (read 2026-10-19, rechecked 2026-10-31) Β· 2026-10-19 Β· [positive]
- B21
βA B300K weighs about 65.0 lb by BLUETTI's Apex 300 bundle weights (bundle minus the 83.78 lb base). This system is two boxes: the 59.5 lb Apex 200 and one B300K stacked under it; the catalogue weight is the total, never one lift.β
Power Station Arena arithmetic on BLUETTI's published figures (our reading, not a maker statement) (BLUETTI catalogue rows 59β63) Β· 2026-10-31 Β· [mixed]
Research compiled November 4, 2026.
Who Should Buy Which
Buy the SOLIX F3800 PLUS if youβ¦
- βA house on a split-phase transfer switch, or with a 240 V well pump, that wants one box to feed itB2.
- βA buyer with heavy motor loads who wants a published 9,000W surge to plan around.
- βSomeone who wants Anker's home-panel route; one reviewer ran it through the Home Power Panel and barely saw the lights flickerA3.
Buy the Apex 200 + B300K if youβ¦
If neither fits
If you want power at a campsite or a tailgate, neither of these goes with you comfortably; look at a single box a third this size. And if your house needs 240 V but you want the Apex's battery life, BLUETTI's own answer is the Apex 300B2.
The Bottom Line
I'd buy the Apex 200 + B300K. It is the bigger battery, rated for twice the cyclesB1, and the cheaper box, which leaves the PLUS one argument.
That argument is real: split-phase outlets, 6,000W and a 9,000W surgeB2. If your house needs them, buy the PLUS. If it runs on 120 V, take the hours over the watts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers drawn from the spec record and cited owner research.
Is the Anker F3800 Plus worth it over the BLUETTI Apex 200 + B300K?
Only if you need split-phase power. The PLUS has 120/240 V outlets, 6,000W and a published 9,000W surge; the Apex is 120 V only. For a 120 V house, the Apex holds 1,485Wh more and is rated for twice the cycles.
Which lasts longer in a power outage, the F3800 Plus or the Apex 200 + B300K?
The Apex. After an 8-hour blackout load of 1,645Wh it has used 36% of its usable energy against the PLUS's 50%, leaving 2,881Wh to the PLUS's 1,619Wh. That is enough for more than another full night.
Can both use regular MC4 solar panels?
Yes. The PLUS takes 3,200W through standard MC4 connectors, which one reviewer credits as a fix over the original F3800. The Apex takes 2,000W through a 60 to 280 V high-voltage MC4 input plus 1,000W through an XT60.
Is the Apex 200 + B300K one box?
No. It is two boxes: the 59.5 lb Apex 200 base and a B300K battery of about 65 lb that stacks under it. The 124.5 lb figure is the system total, never a single lift.
How many years will the F3800 Plus and Apex 200 batteries last?
Anker rates the PLUS for 3,000 cycles, and BLUETTI rates the Apex 200's pack for 6,000 to 70%. Charged once a day, that is about 8.2 years against 16.4 years before the packs reach their rated limit.
Where to buy
Anker SOLIX F3800 PLUS
$2,599.99
$2,599.99 Β· direct from Anker
Last checked 31 days ago. Prices move β check before you buy.
BLUETTI Apex 200 + B300KPick
$2,199.00
$2,199.00 Β· direct from BLUETTI
Prices may vary by retailer and are subject to change.