Bluetti Elite 400vsGROWATT HELIOS 3600
Head-to-head comparison of scores, specs, and features.
Winner
Bluetti Elite 400
67.3Grade B+
Price
$1299.00
AC Power
2600W
GROWATT HELIOS 3600
64.0Grade B
Price
$1599.00
AC Power
3600W
Bluetti Elite 400wins by3.31points overall.
The Verdict
Overall take
Buy Bluetti Elite 400 if
- Better Ac Charge Speed: 147 vs 1800
- Better Energy Density Wh Per Kg: 98.5 vs 37.2
- Better Weight: 39 vs 99
Buy GROWATT HELIOS 3600 if
- Better Expandable Capacity: Yes vs No
- Better Parallel Expansion: Yes vs No
- Better Portable: True vs No
Top 3 Key Differences
Expandable Capacity
Novs Yes
Score: 0 vs 100
Parallel Expansion
Novs Yes
Score: 0 vs 100
Portable
Novs True
Score: 0 vs 100
Performance by Category
ChargingBluetti Elite 400 wins
Bluetti Elite 400
96.0
GROWATT HELIOS 3600
85.0
AC PowerTie
Bluetti Elite 400
98.7
GROWATT HELIOS 3600
100.0
ConnectivityTie
Bluetti Elite 400
75.0
GROWATT HELIOS 3600
75.0
PriceTie
Bluetti Elite 400
87.0
GROWATT HELIOS 3600
84.3
BatteryGROWATT HELIOS 3600 wins
Bluetti Elite 400
48.6
GROWATT HELIOS 3600
97.9
PhysicalTie
Bluetti Elite 400
52.3
GROWATT HELIOS 3600
51.7
Advanced FeaturesGROWATT HELIOS 3600 wins
Bluetti Elite 400
61.4
GROWATT HELIOS 3600
94.8
WarrantyTie
Bluetti Elite 400
100.0
GROWATT HELIOS 3600
100.0
Full Technical Specifications
| Feature | Bluetti Elite 400 | GROWATT HELIOS 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Ac Charge Speed | 147 | 1800 |
| Charger Type | Built-in AC + Solar MPPT | MPPT |
| Fast Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Max Solar Input | 1000 | 2000 |
| Max Solar Panels | 5 | — |
| Pass Through Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Solar Connector Type | MC4 | MC4 |
| Solar Panel Compatibility | 12-60V, 20A max | Universal, 12-60V, 2000W max input |
| AC Power | ||
| Ac Output Amps | 21.6A max | 20A per 20A outlet |
| Ac Power Continuous | 2600 | 3600 |
| Ac Power Surge | 3900 | — |
| Ac Wave Quality | Pure Sine Wave | Pure Sine Wave |
| Connectivity | ||
| App Control | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Wifi Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
| Price | ||
| Base Price | 1299.00 | 1599.00 |
| Bundle Price | 1699.00 | 3099.0 |
| Cost Per Wh | 0.34 | 0.434 |
| Price Description | Regular $2,699.00, sale $1,299.00 | HELIOS 3600 standalone; bundle with extra battery $3,099 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Capacity Wh | 3840 | 3686 |
| Battery Lifespan Cycles | 3000 | 4000 |
| Expandable Capacity | No | Yes |
| Extra Battery Capacity | — | 3686 |
| Max Extra Batteries | 0 | 4 |
| Product Info | ||
| Brand | Bluetti | Growatt |
| Model Name | Elite 400 | HELIOS 3600 |
| Product Url | https://www.bluettipower.com/products/elite-400-portable-power-station | https://growattportable.com/products/growatt-helios-3600-portable-power-station |
| DC Power | ||
| Dc Output | 1x 12V/10A cigarette lighter, USB-C, USB-A | Car cigarette lighter 13.2V/10A, 2x USB-A QC 18W, 4x USB-C 100W, 2x DC 5521 13.2V/3A, Anderson 13.2V/30A |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 43.2 x 28.8 x 49 cm | 51.8 x 31.2 x 41.9 cm |
| Energy Density Wh Per Kg | 98.5 | 37.2 |
| Operating Temp | — | -4~113°F (-20~45°C); Cold startup to -22°F (-30°C) |
| Portable | No | True |
| Weight | 39 kg · 86 lbs | 99 kg · 218.3 lbs |
| Advanced Features | ||
| Parallel Expansion | No | Yes |
| Ups Functionality | Yes | True |
| Ups Switch Time | 15 | <15ms |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |