Head-to-head test
EcoFlow DELTA 3 Ultra Plus vs BLUETTI Apex 200
The Ultra Plus charges extra for expansion and a bigger solar input, the two things the Apex 200 does better, so the Plus earns its place only if you want 512Wh more and a full 3,600W from one box on the first night.
Black Friday Β· 23 days out
Price to beat:DELTA 3 Ultra Plus $1,499
The lowest we have recorded. A Black Friday price above it is a sale this unit has already had.
Full profiles: EcoFlow DELTA 3 Ultra Plus β Β· BLUETTI Apex 200 β
Written by Gunner GustafsonUpdated
Whole-Home Backup Tester, Station Arena Test Desk
Spec deltas
Gunnerβs take
Whole-Home Backup Tester
EcoFlow built the DELTA 3 Ultra Plus by giving the DELTA 3 Ultra a bigger solar input and an expansion port. Those are the two ideas the Apex 200 was designed around. So this page puts EcoFlow's version of BLUETTI's pitch against BLUETTI's own, and BLUETTI's takes 3,000W of solar to the Plus's 1,600W.
The Plus keeps two real edges. It holds 3,072Wh to the Apex's 2,560Wh, and it runs 3,600W from one box, where the Apex reaches 3,600W only with a battery addedB2. EcoFlow also publishes a 7,200W surge rating for it. BLUETTI hasn't published one for the Apex 200.
I'd buy the Apex 200 and put part of the $500 toward panels. If you are going to grow either of these, the Apex is the better thing to grow.
What the Numbers Reveal
Each conclusion stated first β the numbers behind it on one line, the full analysis below.
solar input
With a full array, the Apex refills in about the time BLUETTI quotes, under an hour to 80%B5, while the Plus at its 1,600W limit needs a good stretch of strong sun to fill its bigger battery. On the third day of an outage, the unit that is full again by mid-morning is the one keeping the freezer cold.
Ultra Plus solar input: 1,600W into 3,072WhApex 200 solar input: 3,000W into 2,560Wh, 2,000W of it through a 60 to 280V high-voltage inputB5BLUETTI quotes about 50 minutes to 80% with both solar inputs at full outputB5
Why it mattersAnyone who owns, or plans to buy, more than 1,600W of panels should take the Apex.
continuous output
The Plus's base-box advantages, 512Wh and 400W, hold only for as long as you don't expand. Once you buy a battery, you are comparing two 3,600W systems, and the Apex's has the 3,000W solar input and the base unit 14.8 lb lighter.
Both units accept expansion batteriesApex 200: 3,200W alone, 3,600W once an expansion battery is attachedB2Ultra Plus: 3,600W continuous, 74.3 lb; Apex 200: 59.5 lb
Why it mattersIf the expansion port is why the Plus caught your eye, the Apex is the stronger machine to expand.
For a buyer who will never add a battery, the 512Wh decides the weekend and the blackout here, and the published surge turns a fridge compressor's start into a known quantity. That buyer is paying for an expansion port they won't use, though.
Weekend Camping (2,100Wh): Ultra Plus finishes with 511Wh left, Apex 200 with 76Wh8-Hour Blackout: Ultra Plus finishes with 966Wh left, Apex 200 with 531WhUltra Plus surge: 7,200W published; Apex 200 surge unpublished
Why it mattersIf you'll never expand, compare the Plus against EcoFlow's plain DELTA 3 Ultra, which leaves the port off, before you compare it with the Apex.
The specific dimensions that decide these two units β everything else is a tie.
Growth Path
Selected because: Both take extra batteries, so the question is which one grows into the better system.
solar input
Both of these grow, which leaves the Plus without the argument a sealed rival would hand it. What decides it is what feeds the bank. The Apex takes 3,000W of solar to the Plus's 1,600W, and its high-voltage input accepts 60 to 280VB5, so a long string of panels at the far end of a property can reach it over a long cable run with little lossB16.
BLUETTI's page puts one B500K at 7.68 kWh for the Apex system and six at 33.28 kWhB9. A bigger bank behind a smaller solar input refills slowly, and the Apex is the one whose input grows with it.
Your Life, Your Pick
Selected because: With nothing added, the Plus's extra 512Wh takes the weekend and the blackout.
This is the Plus's ground. A 2,100Wh weekend leaves the Apex with 76Wh, which leaves almost nothing for the evening that goes longer than planned. The Plus comes home with 511Wh, and through an 8-hour blackout it keeps 966Wh to the Apex's 531Wh.
The lighter rows tie. A CPAP night, a workday and a tailgate barely dent either battery. A van-life day at 4,685Wh beats both until you add a battery, and that runs back to the growth question.
Portability & Form Factor
Selected because: Each is a one-person lift, and 14.8 lb separates them.
weight
The Plus weighs 74.3 lb, the Apex 59.5 lb with a built-in handle on each sideB8. Down basement stairs I'd want a second person on the Plus and wouldn't bother for the Apex.
Lifetime Value
Selected because: A 6,000-cycle rating and the lower price make the Apex the cheaper of the two to own per kWh.
cost / lifetime kWh
The Apex works out to $0.07 per lifetime kWh against the Plus's $0.13, about half as much. Its 6,000-cycle rating does most of that work, and the lower price does the rest.
The cycles matter to a daily solar user, 16.4 years at one cycle a day against 11. A unit kept full for storms reaches neither, and for that owner the price gap alone carries the point.
Every port, labelled
What plugs in where, and how much it takes
EcoFlow DELTA 3 Ultra Plus
Front panel
- 1USB-C Β· 140 WOutUp to 140 W (up to 28 V at 5 A), printed on the panel and in EcoFlowβs specs.
- 22Γ USB-C Β· 45 WOutTwo USB-C ports printed 45W. EcoFlowβs specs say 45 W per port and 45 W in total.
- 3USB-A Β· 18 WOutUp to 18 W, printed on the panel.
- 4AC 1 Β· 2Γ 20 AOutTwo T-slot 120 V outlets, 20 A each, printed AC 1 with their own AC 1 on/off button. All the AC outlets share 3,600 W continuous and a 7,200 W surge.
- 5AC 2 Β· 2Γ 20 AOutTwo more T-slot 120 V outlets, 20 A each, on the group printed AC 2, switched by the AC 2 button.
- 630 A RV outletOutAn RV outlet marked 30A MAX, joined to the AC 2 group on the panel. A camperβs shore-power cord plugs straight in.
Photo: EcoFlow Β· Product image, EcoFlow US store Β· numbers and labels are ours. Port ratings printed on EcoFlowβs panel and in the specs on EcoFlowβs US store page for the Plus.
Rear panel
- 1AC inInThe AC charging inlet: 100β120 V at 15 A, by EcoFlowβs specs.
- 2Charge-speed switchInSwitches AC charging between FAST and ADJUST, as printed beside it.
- 32Γ Solar in Β· 1,600 WInTwo XT60 inputs, each printed 11β60 V, 18 A max. EcoFlow puts the most solar the unit takes at 1,600 W.
- 4Battery portIn Β· OutTakes EcoFlowβs DELTA 3 Max Plus or DELTA Pro 3 Smart Extra Battery; EcoFlow puts the expanded range at 3 to 11 kWh.
- 5Anderson Β· 12 V 30 AOutA 12 V DC port rated 30 A (12.6 V, 378 W), shared with the car socket.
- 612 V car socket Β· 10 AOutA 12 V car socket rated 10 A (126 W), sharing power with the Anderson port. A button printed 12V ON/OFF sits beside it.
Photo: EcoFlow Β· Product image, EcoFlow US store Β· numbers and labels are ours. Port names and solar ratings printed on EcoFlowβs panel; the rest from the specs on EcoFlowβs US store page for the Plus.
Strengths & trade-offs
EcoFlow DELTA 3 Ultra Plus
Strengths
- +Larger battery capacity
- +Higher AC output
- +Longer warranty
Trade-offs
- βSubstantially more expensive (+$500) than the Apex 200.
- βSignificantly heavier (+14.8 lbs), making it harder to move.
- βShorter-lived battery β rated for 4,000 charge cycles vs the Apex 200's 6,000, so it wears out sooner.
BLUETTI Apex 200
Strengths
- +Costs $500 less
- +Lighter by 14.8 lb
- +Faster solar charging
- +Rated for 6,000 charge cycles β much longer battery lifespan
Trade-offs
- βNo major technical downsides compared to rival.
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
DELTA 3 Ultra Plus
The Ultra Plus wins this one. It comes home from a 2,100Wh weekend with 511Wh left, while the Apex 200 makes it with 76Wh, close enough to empty that a cold night would finish it.
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
DELTA 3 Ultra Plus
Both get through the night, and the Ultra Plus does it with more to spare: 966Wh left, more than half of a second night, to the Apex 200's 531Wh, about a third of one.
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 Apex 200 doesn't publish a figure, so there's nothing to hold it 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, and their USB-C output is a wash β pick on weight, ports, or price.
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
Either unit
Both handle game day easily. Since capacity isn't the deciding factor, weight is: at 59.5 lbs the Apex 200 is the one you'll be glad you brought. Fan noise under load is worth a listen too β it's audible in the lulls between songs.
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 unit covers this scenario's 4,685Wh: the DELTA 3 Ultra Plus comes up 2,074Wh short (about 56% covered), the Apex 200 2,509Wh (47%). Treat this as partial cover β enough for the essentials in it, not the whole list.
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: DELTA 3 Ultra Plus runs 12.7h vs 10.6h.
$1,599 list Β· direct from EcoFlow
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 0β174.1hComfort & Convenience
Makes off-grid life actually enjoyablescale 0β34.8hHigh-Draw Appliances
These reveal the real limitsscale 0β2.6hΒΉ 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 BLUETTI Apex 200
Buy the Apex 200. The Ultra Plus is EcoFlow's DELTA 3 Ultra with a larger solar input and an expansion port, and the Apex 200 already has both: 3,000W of solar to the Plus's 1,600W, room for up to six batteriesB9, 14.8 lb less to carry and $500 less to buy. The Plus answers with 512Wh more in the base box, 3,600W without an add-on and a published 7,200W surge rating. Take the Plus if all of that has to be there on the first night and a battery isn't on your list.
Editor-assigned confidence, based on cited owner research and spec analysis.
List prices as of November 4, 2026. The links below open EcoFlow's and BLUETTI's current prices.
$1,099.00 Β· direct from BLUETTI
or check the DELTA 3 Ultra Plus price$1,599.00 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): Apartment Balcony.
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, DELTA 3 Ultra Plus rates 4.9/5 (93rd percentile of 29 Large-class units), and Apex 200 rates 5.0/5 (99th percentile of 29 Large-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.
DELTA 3 Ultra Plus: 74.3 lbs Is a Commitment
At 74.3 lbs, this is manageable but not fun to move. That's heavier than a large checked suitcase. How much it costs you depends on whether it rolls β wheels and a telescoping handle change the job completely at this weight, and our spec record doesn't track them, so look at the product photos before you plan on carrying it from the car.
UPS Switchover: β€10ms vs β€15ms
Both list a UPS mode, at different rated speeds. The DELTA 3 Ultra Plus is rated β€10ms β quick enough on paper that desktop PCs and routers should ride through, treating that as the rating it is. The Apex 200 is rated β€15ms 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 is rated for 6,000 cycles and the Ultra Plus for 4,000. At one cycle a day that is 16.4 years against 11. A unit kept full and waiting for storms will reach neither, so this counts mainly for daily solar users.
Apex 200: Noise Level Not Disclosed
The DELTA 3 Ultra Plus publishes its noise level (30dB); the Apex 200 doesn't publish one. That isn't evidence the Apex 200 is louder β it means there's no figure to hold it to, and no way to compare the two on this without hearing them. If you're buying for a bedroom, a CPAP, or an apartment, treat the DELTA 3 Ultra Plus's 30dB as the only published number on the table β a spec-sheet figure, not a measurement β and look for hands-on reports of the Apex 200 before deciding.
Full record above β the Test Desk pick is the Apex 200.
Check Apex 200 price βor check the DELTA 3 Ultra 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 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.
Brand trust
EcoFlow
Ecosystem
Largest in portable power β 12-15 models across DELTA Pro, DELTA 3, and RIVER 3 series, plus solar panels and smart home panels
Support
US-based phone/email/chat support (1-800-368-8604). Experiences are polarized β many report hassle-free prepaid-label replacements, but others report long waits and refurbished units sent for new claims. Pro tip: buying from Costco or Amazon gives you a stronger return safety net.
Community
Largest community in the space β Reddit r/Ecoflow_community (~31K members), multiple Facebook groups, and an official community forum
App experience
Rated 4.6/5 iOS (~8,400 ratings) Β· 4.2/5 Android (~17,000 ratings)
Unique strength
Fastest-charging technology (X-Stream), deepest product ecosystem, and most active innovation cadence. At the top of the range sit two whole-home paths: the TITAN line, one 5 kWh unit that grows to 30 kWh, and the DELTA Pro Ultra platform, which stacks batteries and inverters further β flagship paths, not line-wide features.
Worth knowing
Tested subscription paywalls for advanced app features in early 2025 before community backlash paused the plan. No parts or service offered out of warranty.
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
EcoFlow positions itself as a mid-to-premium brand with stronger support infrastructure, while BLUETTI competes on value. The question is whether the EcoFlow ecosystem and support premium is worth it for your use case.
Growth path
DELTA 3 Ultra Plus
EXPANDABLESupports EcoFlow expansion batteries, so you can add capacity later without replacing the base unit β useful if your needs may climb past 3,072Wh.
Accepts up to 1,600W 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 EcoFlow-specific. You're investing in the EcoFlow ecosystem.
Apex 200
EXPANDABLESupports BLUETTI expansion batteries, so you can add capacity later without replacing the base unit β useful if your needs may climb past 2,560Wh.
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, but the Apex 200's higher solar ceiling (3,000W vs 1,600W) gives it the stronger off-grid growth path β more panels can feed a bigger bank as it grows.
What Owners Report
Patterns from published owner reports and long-term reviews β every claim cited to its source below.
EcoFlow DELTA 3 Ultra Plus
The Plus has review coverage but no long-term owner record yet, and what exists is days-to-weeks testing by review sitesA0. One reviewer saw no shut-offs or dips when pulling the wall plugA6, and another found it keeps full output while charging instead of capping output at the input wattageA4. The build draws praise for feeling substantialA8, and one review notes a 0.2m drop rating and moisture resistance against overnight dewA14.
The catches are physical. One reviewer called its 74 pounds thunderousA9, another had to shade the screen with cupped hands in sunA7, and one found it drops the 30A RV port first when overloadedA3.
βeven when you're pushing it hard, the DELTA 3 Ultra Plus runs much quieter than older EcoFlow models, like the DELTA 2 Maxβ
Sources
thesolarlab.com Β· postperspective.com Β· appleinsider.com Β· digitaltrends.com Β· storagereview.com
BLUETTI Apex 200
There is no field record for the Apex 200 yet: nobody outside BLUETTI has run oneB0. What this page knows comes from BLUETTI's own spec page and our arithmetic on its figuresB1B5B7. I'd want to hang one off a cabin array for a season before I believed the parts BLUETTI hasn't printed a number forB13.
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
- Professional reviewers consistently describe the fan noise as very quiet even under heavy load, comparable to EcoFlow's premium DELTA Pro Ultra line. [DELTA 3 Ultra Plus Β· 3 entries]
- Reviewers report solid UPS/pass-through charging performance with no noticeable switchover issues or output throttling tied to input wattage. [DELTA 3 Ultra Plus Β· 2 entries]
- The unit's high weight (~74 lbs) and premium MSRP are repeatedly flagged as drawbacks, though discounted street pricing is seen as making the value proposition much stronger. [DELTA 3 Ultra Plus Β· 3 entries]
- Build quality/durability is praised as substantial and non-fragile across multiple independent reviews. [DELTA 3 Ultra 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 Β· 19 entries]
- A3
βOne weird thing we noticed was the fact that the unit always seems to shut down the 30A port first when you overload the unitβ
thesolarlab.com β EcoFlow DELTA 3 Ultra Plus Review: The Ultimate DELTA? Β· unknown Β· [mixed]
- A4
βMany power stations limit you to the input wattage when outputting power, but this EcoFlow power station does notβ
thesolarlab.com β EcoFlow DELTA 3 Ultra Plus Review: The Ultimate DELTA? Β· unknown Β· [positive]
- A6
βI didn't experience any shut-offs or dips when I unplugged the EcoFlow from the wallβ
postperspective.com β Review: EcoFlow Delta 3 Ultra Plus Portable Power Station Β· 2026-04 Β· [positive]
- A7
βwhile facing the sun, I had to employ the classic "cup hands cover" maneuver to get a clear look at the screen statusβ
appleinsider.com β EcoFlow Delta 3 Ultra Plus review: Premium, but solid power Β· 2025-11 Β· [mixed]
- A8
βIt does not feel cheap or fragile. Everything from the outer shell case to the plastic buttons and the AC cable feels substantial and durableβ
appleinsider.com β EcoFlow Delta 3 Ultra Plus review: Premium, but solid power Β· 2025-11 Β· [positive]
- A9
βWeighing in at a thunderous 74 pounds, the Ultra is not considered lightweight by any standardsβ
appleinsider.com β EcoFlow Delta 3 Ultra Plus review: Premium, but solid power Β· 2025-11 Β· [mixed]
- A14
βthe Delta 3 Ultra Plus can withstand drops of up to 0.2m, and both models feature moisture resistance to mitigate risks from overnight dewβ
storagereview.com β EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max Plus & Ultra Plus Review Β· 2025-09-30 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]
- B9
βExpansion: up to six B300K or B500K batteries per unit, which BLUETTI puts at 33.28 kWh with six B500Ks (7.68 kWh with one). Two or three Apex 200 systems link through BLUETTI's Hub A1 for up to 6,000 W and 99.84 kWh.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]
- B10
βUPS mode exists, off by default and switched on in the BLUETTI app. BLUETTI's US store prints a switchover of 15 ms or less.β
BLUETTI Apex 200 coming-soon page, bluettipower.com/pages/apex-200-expandable-power-station (read 2026-10-19, rechecked 2026-10-31) / BLUETTI US store, Apex 200 product listing (read 2026-11-04) Β· 2026-11-04 Β· [mixed]
- B13
βBLUETTI's US store lists the Apex 200 at $1,099 at launch, against a $1,399 list price, and prints a UPS switchover of 15 ms or less. Still not published as of 2026-11-04: peak surge, warranty length, noise level.β
BLUETTI US store, Apex 200 product listing, bluettipower.com/products/apex-200-expandable-power-station (read 2026-11-04) Β· 2026-11-04 Β· [mixed]
- B15
β3,600 W is exactly what a 30 A, 120 V RV outlet can pass (120 Γ 30). Alone, the Apex 200's 3,200 W stops 400 W short of a full TT-30 outlet, which shows only when two large loads (an RV air conditioner and a microwave, say) run together.β
Power Station Arena arithmetic on BLUETTI's published figures (our reading, not a maker statement) Β· 2026-10-19 Β· [mixed]
- B16
βThe Apex 300's solar inputs top out at 60 V, so an array a long cable run from the house either loses power in the cable or needs BLUETTI's $699 Solar X 4K. The Apex 200's 60β280 V high-voltage input takes the same panels wired for more volts and less current, in the base unit.β
BLUETTI Apex 200 coming-soon page, bluettipower.com/pages/apex-200-expandable-power-station (read 2026-10-19, rechecked 2026-10-31) / BLUETTI Apex 300 specifications / Power Station Arena arithmetic on BLUETTI's published figures (our reading, not a maker statement) Β· 2026-10-31 Β· [positive]
Research compiled November 4, 2026.
Who Should Buy Which
Buy the DELTA 3 Ultra Plus if youβ¦
- βYou want the outage covered from one box on the first night, with 3,072Wh on hand and a published 7,200W surge rating for the fridge compressor.
- βYou run a travel trailer off its 30 A outlet and want the whole 3,600W without buying a battery firstB15.
- βYou want it as a desk UPS, where EcoFlow's switchover of no worse than 10ms beats the Apex 200's 15ms or lessB10.
- βYou want EcoFlow's 5-year warranty term in writing.
Buy the Apex 200 if youβ¦
- βYou are starting a home or cabin bank you'll add to, and want a base that takes up to six batteriesB9 and 3,000W of solar.
- βYour array sits far from the house and you want to feed it at up to 280VB5B16.
- βYou cycle off solar every day, where 6,000 cycles pays off.
- βYou'll be the one carrying it, and 14.8 lb matters on the stairs.
If neither fits
If you need 240 V for a well pump, a dryer or a panel feed, skip both: each is 120 V only, and BLUETTI points 240 V buyers to the Apex 300B2. Look at a split-phase home system instead.
The Bottom Line
I'd buy the Apex 200. What the Plus adds to the DELTA 3 Ultra is expansion and solar, and the Apex brings 3,000W of solar to the Plus's 1,600W with up to six batteries behind itB9, at 14.8 lb less.
Take the Ultra Plus only if the first night matters more than the next few years. Its 512Wh head start and full 3,600W from one box are real, and the output edge lasts until the Apex gets its first batteryB2.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers drawn from the spec record and cited owner research.
Is the DELTA 3 Ultra Plus or BLUETTI Apex 200 better for solar charging?
The Apex 200. It accepts 3,000W of solar, 2,000W through a 60 to 280V high-voltage input and 1,000W through an XT60. The DELTA 3 Ultra Plus accepts 1,600W.
Do both the DELTA 3 Ultra Plus and the Apex 200 take expansion batteries?
Yes. The Apex 200 takes up to six B300K or B500K batteries, which BLUETTI puts at 33.28 kWh with six B500Ks. Adding a battery also raises the Apex's output from 3,200W to 3,600W, which the Ultra Plus delivers on its own.
Which is better in a power outage, the Ultra Plus or the Apex 200?
Out of the box, the Ultra Plus. It holds 3,072Wh to the Apex 200's 2,560Wh and finishes an 8-hour blackout with 966Wh left against 531Wh. For a multi-day outage with panels on the roof, the Apex's 3,000W solar input refills it faster.
How much do the DELTA 3 Ultra Plus and Apex 200 weigh?
The Ultra Plus weighs 74.3 lb and the Apex 200 weighs 59.5 lb, a 14.8 lb difference. The Apex has a built-in handle on each side.
Does the BLUETTI Apex 200 have a UPS mode?
Yes. BLUETTI lists a UPS mode that is off by default and switched on in its app. BLUETTI's US store prints a switchover of 15ms or less.
Where to buy
EcoFlow DELTA 3 Ultra Plus
$1,599.00
$1,599.00 Β· direct from EcoFlow
Last checked 31 days ago. Prices move β check before you buy.
BLUETTI Apex 200Pick
$1,099.00
$1,099.00 Β· direct from BLUETTI
Prices may vary by retailer and are subject to change.