Bluetti AC50BvsRenogy Phoenix 500
Head-to-head comparison of scores, specs, and features.
Winner
Bluetti AC50B
61.8Grade B
Price
$279.00
AC Power
700W
Renogy Phoenix 500
61.2Grade B
Price
$279.99
AC Power
800W
Bluetti AC50Bwins by0.63points overall.
The Verdict
Overall take
Buy Bluetti AC50B if
- Better Bluetooth: Yes vs No
- Better Wireless Charging: Yes vs No
- Better Warranty: 5 vs 1
Buy Renogy Phoenix 500 if
- Better Expandable Capacity: Yes vs No
- Better Parallel Expansion: Yes vs No
- Better Ac Power Surge: 1600 vs 1000
Top 3 Key Differences
Bluetooth
Yesvs No
Score: 100 vs 0
Expandable Capacity
Novs Yes
Score: 0 vs 100
Parallel Expansion
Novs Yes
Score: 0 vs 100
Performance by Category
ChargingTie
Bluetti AC50B
85.0
Renogy Phoenix 500
85.0
AC PowerRenogy Phoenix 500 wins
Bluetti AC50B
61.0
Renogy Phoenix 500
66.7
ConnectivityBluetti AC50B wins
Bluetti AC50B
75.0
Renogy Phoenix 500
25.0
PriceRenogy Phoenix 500 wins
Bluetti AC50B
92.5
Renogy Phoenix 500
95.6
BatteryRenogy Phoenix 500 wins
Bluetti AC50B
29.4
Renogy Phoenix 500
50.0
PhysicalTie
Bluetti AC50B
86.7
Renogy Phoenix 500
88.5
Advanced FeaturesRenogy Phoenix 500 wins
Bluetti AC50B
58.9
Renogy Phoenix 500
92.2
WarrantyBluetti AC50B wins
Bluetti AC50B
100.0
Renogy Phoenix 500
25.0
Full Technical Specifications
| Feature | Bluetti AC50B | Renogy Phoenix 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Ac Charge Speed | 56 | 60 |
| Charger Type | Built-in AC + Solar MPPT | AC wall adapter (iTurbo) |
| Fast Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Max Solar Input | 120 | 200 |
| Max Solar Panels | 1 | — |
| Pass Through Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Solar Connector Type | MC4 | XT60 |
| Solar Panel Compatibility | 14-40V, 8A max | Compatible with PV input |
| AC Power | ||
| Ac Output Amps | 5.8A max | — |
| Ac Power Continuous | 700 | 800 |
| Ac Power Surge | 1000 | 1600 |
| Ac Wave Quality | Pure Sine Wave | Pure Sine Wave |
| Connectivity | ||
| App Control | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| Wifi Connectivity | No | No |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | No |
| Price | ||
| Base Price | 279.00 | 279.99 |
| Bundle Price | 499.00 | — |
| Cost Per Wh | 0.62 | 0.57 |
| Price Description | $279.00 | Clearance price (was $499.99) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Capacity Wh | 448 | 495 |
| Battery Lifespan Cycles | 3000 | 600 |
| Expandable Capacity | No | Yes |
| Extra Battery Capacity | — | 495 |
| Max Extra Batteries | 0 | 1 |
| Product Info | ||
| Brand | Bluetti | Renogy |
| Model Name | AC50B | Phoenix 500 |
| Product Url | https://www.bluettipower.com/products/ac50b | https://www.renogy.com/products/renogy-500-portable-power-station |
| DC Power | ||
| Dc Output | 2x USB-C 65W, 1x USB-A 15W, 1x 12V/10A cigarette lighter | USB-A x2 (12W each), USB-A FC x1 (18W), USB-C x1 (100W), CIG x1 (136W) |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 28 x 20 x 22 cm | 32.4 x 20.8 x 24.0 cm |
| Energy Density Wh Per Kg | 59.7 | 65.1 |
| Operating Temp | -20°C to 40°C | 32°F~104°F charge / -4°F~104°F discharge |
| Portable | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 7.5 kg · 16.5 lbs | 7.6 kg · 16.8 lbs |
| Advanced Features | ||
| Parallel Expansion | No | Yes |
| Ups Functionality | Yes | Yes |
| Ups Switch Time | 20 | 20 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 1 |