Bluetti Elite 100 mini
A 1,004.8Wh power station light enough to fit in a bag at 10.7kg, with an automatic 10ms switchover for power cuts.
Characteristics
- Capacity: 1,004.8 Wh (LiFePO4 UltraCell, 6,000+ cycles)
- Power: 700W continuous, solar input up to 350W
- UPS function: 10ms automatic switchover, LED backup up to 264h
- Weight: 10.7kg, compact 235 x 215.5 x 293mm
- 1,004.8Wh, 700W and just 10.7kg
Detailed overview: Ultra-light Bluetti mini power station, 1000 Wh
The Bluetti Elite 100 mini fills out the Elite range from below: where the Elite 100 V2 goes for raw power (1800W), this new little sibling goes for lightness and compactness while keeping an almost identical capacity of 1,004.8Wh. The result is a footprint of roughly 14.7 litres and a weight of 10.7kg, about 7% less than its big brother, for a more modest continuous output of 700W.
On the connectivity side, the unit offers 3 AC outlets (700W combined), 6 DC ports and 2 USB-C ports, one at 140W and one at 65W, comfortably enough for laptops, camping fridges or light appliances. AC charging reaches 80% in 90 minutes, and solar input goes up to 350W for outdoor charging. The LiFePO4 UltraCell battery is rated for over 6,000 cycles, roughly 17 years of regular use according to Bluetti.
The product's most distinctive feature remains its UPS (uninterruptible power supply) function: in the event of a mains power cut, the switch to battery happens in just 10 milliseconds, fast enough to avoid interrupting a medical device or a home router. A built-in LED can also run for up to 264 hours in standalone lighting mode. The whole unit is protected by 50 internal safety mechanisms.
The Elite 100 mini launched in the US on September 2, 2026 at a price converting to roughly £318 (US pricing is shown before tax, and bundles including a carry bag or solar panel go up to about £741 converted). No date or price has been announced yet for a UK or European launch: this page will be updated as soon as that changes, with a review based on real-world use.
In the meantime, early coverage from the US specialist press has been largely positive on real-world runtime (one test confirmed a CPAP medical device ran all night through a 20-hour power cut) and on the display, which shows an estimated runtime rather than a plain percentage. A handful of users have reported display glitches on the very first units, worth keeping an eye on as more reviews come in.
Full specifications
Detailed characteristics
Battery and capacity
| Rated capacity?Total stored energy in watt-hours. The higher the figure, the longer the runtime. | 1004.8 Wh |
|---|---|
| Max capacity (with extensions)?Total capacity reachable by adding extra batteries. | 1004.8 Wh |
| Expandable capacity?Whether capacity can be increased with add-on batteries. | No |
| Battery chemistry?LiFePO4 (LFP) lasts far longer and is safer than NMC. | LFP (LiFePO4) |
| Charge cycles?Number of full charges before capacity drops to the stated threshold. | 6000 cycles |
AC output
| Continuous AC power?Power the unit can sustain continuously on its 230 V outlets. | 700 W |
|---|---|
| Inverter type?A pure sine wave is essential for sensitive electronics and motors. | Pure sine wave |
| AC voltage / frequency?Voltage and frequency of the AC output (230 V / 50 Hz in Europe). | 230 V / 50 Hz |
| Number of 230 V AC outlets?Number of mains outlets available on the unit. | 3 |
Recharging
| Max AC charging power?Maximum power drawn from a wall socket; higher means faster charging. | 700 W |
|---|---|
| AC charge 0-80%?Stated time to go from 0 to 80% on mains power. | 90 min |
| Max solar input?Maximum solar power accepted at the input (PV panels). | 350 W |
| Vehicle charging (12/24 V)?Can be charged from a vehicle's cigarette-lighter socket. | Yes |
Ports and connectors
| USB-C ports?Number of USB-C ports and the fastest port's power (laptops, phones). | 2 × 140 W |
|---|---|
| 12 V output (car socket)?12 V cigarette-lighter output and its power (coolers, pumps…). | Yes |
Portability
| Weight?Net weight of the unit, battery included. | 10.7 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L × W × H)?Overall size of the unit in millimetres. | 293 × 215.5 × 235 mm |
| Form factor?Portable (hand-carried), transportable (heavy), or wheeled. | Portable |
Backup / UPS
| UPS / EPS mode?Automatic switch to battery on a mains outage (backup). | Yes |
|---|---|
| Switchover time (rated)?Delay before switching to battery; under 20 ms suits a PC or router. | 10 ms |
Display and connectivity
| Display?Type of screen showing power, runtime and alerts. | Colour |
|---|---|
| Mobile app?iOS / Android app to control the unit. | Yes |
⚡ How long will this power station run a device?
With 1,005 Wh, the Bluetti Elite 100 mini external battery runs a fridge (50 W) for ~17h or an LED TV (90 W) for ~9h30.
| Home | Runtime |
|---|---|
| Mini fridge (45 W) | ~19h |
| Refrigerator (50 W) | ~17h |
| Freezer (60 W) | ~14h |
| Washing machine (500 W) | ~1h40 |
| Outdoor & workshop | Runtime |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi router (15 W) | ~57h |
| Laptop (60 W) | ~14h |
| Games console (200 W) | ~4h15 |
| Oxygen concentrator (300 W) | ~2h50 |
Rough estimate: real consumption varies, and very power-hungry appliances (heating elements) must stay below the output power.
Comparison
At a price converting to roughly £318, the Bluetti Elite 100 mini sits among the compact 1000Wh-class power stations, a very competitive category. Here's how it compares to its own big brother and two direct competitors already sold in the UK.
| Criteria | Bluetti Elite 100 mini | Bluetti Elite 100 V2 | EcoFlow River 3 Plus | Anker Solix C300X DC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1,004.8Wh | 1024Wh | 288Wh | 288Wh |
| Power | 700W | 1800W | 600W | 300W |
| Weight | 10.7kg | 11.5kg | 4.7kg | 3.7kg |
| 10ms UPS function | Yes | Not specified | No | No |
| UK price observed | ≈ £318 (converted, not yet sold in the UK) | £599.00 | £219.00 | £170.18 |
Against its own big brother, the Elite 100 V2, the real gap is power: 1800W vs 700W, for a similar weight but, once UK pricing lands, likely a notably lower price given how much cheaper it launched in the US. The Elite 100 mini only really makes sense for anyone who doesn't need to run heavier appliances and would rather save on weight. Against smaller units like the River 3 Plus or the C300X DC, it keeps a clear edge in capacity (over 3 times higher) at the cost of roughly double the weight and a higher price. Its ultra-fast switchover UPS function remains an argument few competitors in this format can match.
Related video
Video: NEW Bluetti Elite 100 Mini Review - Published on 01/09/2026
Our tester's review: Christophe Delpuech
Having only launched on September 2, 2026, and only in the US, the Elite 100 mini doesn't yet have enough of a track record for a review based on our own use, and it isn't sold anywhere in the UK at the time of writing. We haven't been able to test it ourselves. Early coverage from the US specialist press is nonetheless encouraging: one reviewer confirmed the UPS switchover worked reliably through a 20-hour power cut, keeping a CPAP medical device running all night without interruption. The screen, which shows an estimated runtime rather than a plain percentage, is also praised as genuinely useful. A few users have reported display glitches on the very first units, though. This page will be updated with a full hands-on review once the unit is available on our market.
Frequently asked questions: Ultra-light Bluetti mini power station, 1000 Wh
Not yet. It only launched in the US on September 2, 2026, with no date or price announced for the UK or Europe so far. This page will be updated as soon as a European launch is confirmed.
Capacity is almost identical (1004.8 Wh vs 1024 Wh), but output power is much lower (700W vs 1800W) for a slightly smaller and lighter unit. The Elite 100 mini targets light weight, the Elite 100 V2 targets power.
In case of a power cut, the unit takes over in just 10 milliseconds, fast enough to avoid interrupting sensitive equipment like medical devices or a home router, unlike a plain backup battery.
Yes, up to 350W of solar input, in addition to AC charging (80% in 90 minutes) and 12V/24V vehicle charging.
Fine for occasional use (car, boot, moving it around the house), but not something you'd carry on a long hike. It's noticeably lighter than the Elite 100 V2 (11.5kg) while keeping almost the same capacity.
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