Bluetti’s New Refrigerator Backup Power Drops $650 for Prime Big Deal Days

2 min readBluetti's FridgePower power station drops from $1,500 to $850 during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, the lowest price we’ve seen since the product's introduction earlier this year.The slim, always-on FridgePower automatically switches to battery power during outages and can keep most full-sized refrigerators running for approximately 18 hours.Unlike portable power stations designed for portability, FridgePower's specialized design fits atop refrigerators or mounts on walls to provide automatic backup for essential home appliances like freezers, medical devices, and sump pumps.Niche power stations specifically designed to back up just one or two appliances might seem limiting, but automated home backup for things such as a refrigerator is actually quite attractive, especially if you don’t have thousands of dollars to lay down on a whole-home system. And for Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days, Bluetti’s entry, FridgePower, drops from $1,499 to $850, the best price we’ve ever seen.Shop Bluetti Prime Day DealsBluetti was first to market with this type of power station (BioLite and Jackery are also making their own versions), and I got a chance to test it right after it was released. The more I used it, the more I comprehended the appeal of this type of device. You can set it up in mere minutes if you’re just placing it atop the refrigerator or cabinet, and, based on my real-world estimates, it can power most full-size refrigerators for around 18 hours, even more if you add the optional extra batteries.ProsSimple to set up and operate, everything is automaticSeamless switch over to battery powerExcellent app with extensive optionsConsThe main unit is heavy, so you’ll need a sturdy place to put it Time remaining estimates aren’t consistent enough to estimate true runtime Key SpecsPower1,800 WCapacity2,016 WhOutlets2 ACDimensions13.78 W x 22.83 L x 2.95 H in.Weight41.9 poundsWhat Makes It Different From Other Power Stations?Two things make these types of dedicated stations stand out: design and automation. FridgePower and devices like it have a slim design that’s wider and deeper than they are tall. This allows them to fit neatly on top of a refrigerator or be mounted to a wall nearby. Like a computer-based UPS, it’s meant to be always-on. You plug the fridge into it to receive pass-through power, and when there’s a power outage, the station quickly switches over to battery power. When the power comes back on, it recharges itself from AC power (though there are hookups for solar input, too).Unlike a portable power station that you might use for other things such as camping and road trips, FridgePower goes to work whether you’re home or not, and you don’t need to set it up manually every time the power goes out. That’s one of its main advantages over power stations—it’s truly “set it and forget it.”Of course, it’s not limited to just refrigerators. FridgePower has two AC outlets, so you could use it to back up most things (though it’s not 240-volt capable for high-voltage appliances), including an aquarium filter pump, a stand-alone freezer in the garage, a medical device, or a 120-volt sump pump. The choice is yours.Shop the Bluetti FridgePower DealEditor-Recommended Bluetti Power StationsDavid is a Reviews Editor for Hearst’s Enthusiast Group, contributing to Popular Mechanics, Runner’s World, Bicycling, Best Products, and Biography. He has over 25 years of experience writing about and reviewing consumer electronics, kitchen appliances, DIY products, outdoor gear, and more. He also spent years covering the ever-changing world of online retail. To relax, he loves experimenting with new recipes, tweaking his smart home setup, and spending time outdoors on his bike or camping.