BLUETTI FridgePower Review: Silent Backup That Saves Your Fridge

BLUETTI recently sent me their new FridgePower unit and a BlueCell 200 expansion battery to test out. The timing was actually perfect, as a windstorm knocked out the power in my area in the afternoon about one week after they arrived, giving me a real-world scenario to see if this gear lives up to the hype.

Design and Setup

The first thing you should know is that these units have some weight to them. While the design is impressively slim at only 75mm (about 3 inches) thin, you’ll still need a bit of muscle to lift the 41.89 lb main unit if you plan on placing it on top of your fridge. A stepstool or chair is your friend to get it placed up top and you might need help from another adult.

The setup is a breeze and totally DIY. You just plug the main unit into the wall and then connect the secondary BlueCell 200. I did find that the FridgePower cord didn’t quite reach my outlet, so I had to use an extension cord. It is something to keep in mind depending on your kitchen layout.

Performance and Specs

During the outage, the FridgePower worked exactly as advertised. It kept our fridge powered throughout the outage. Opening and closing your fridge during a power outage is definitely a new feeling. In the past during an outage we would never open our fridge or freezer.

If the FridgePower becomes a staple in your home, it features a 10ms auto-switchover, so if you have this up above your fridge, it won’t even realize the power went out. This is great to have if you are travelling and want peace of mind your food didn’t spoil while you were gone.

Here is a quick look at the technical side of FridgePower:

• Capacity: 2,016Wh (expandable up to 8,064Wh with three BlueCell 200 batteries).
• Output: 1,800W continuous AC output.
• Power Lifting Mode: Can handle up to 3,000W for appliances with high startup surges.
• Battery Type: Automotive-grade LiFePO₄ with a 10+ year lifespan.
• Efficiency: Ultra-low idle power consumption of just 4W, making it about 70% more efficient than many standard power stations.
• Ports: Includes 2 AC outlets and an 18W USB-C port.

Below is how the BlueCell 200 connects to the main FridgePower unit. There’s a thin plastic cover that you lift up which reveals the connector cable and a Cat3 cable:

The wireless display (it’s a magnet so it just attaches to your fridge) was also a great touch, making it easy to keep an eye on things. Another plus is the charging speed; it takes about 105 minutes to fully top back up once the grid is back online.

Things to Consider

While I’m a fan of the slim profile, there is one small trade-off. If you put it on top of your fridge, it block the space usually reserved for airflow. Also, I would have loved to see a couple more extra plugs on the unit for other small devices beyond the standard two.

Final Thoughts

The FridgePower isn’t exactly cheap, but if you’re someone who worries about a freezer full of expensive meat or seafood going to waste during a storm, this is a solid investment. It’s quiet, fume-free, and gets the job done without needing an electrician. You save the time to lug up your regular portable power station and then hook it up to your fridge every single time. FridgePower just does the job as it’s ready to go.

If you want to grab one, the Kickstarter launch started today, April 16. The Super Early Bird pricing for the FridgePower and BlueCell 200 bundle is around $1,935 CAD, which is a fair deal for the level of security it provides, if you can afford it.