A quiet, fast-charging 1kWh LiFePO4 station that suits DJI drone users best; others will find better value in rivals with built-in solar and 12V outputs.
Amazon $469.99The DJI Power 1000 V2 is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.5 to 4.3. The DJI Power 1000 V2 leads on AC output, solar input and battery life. The Anker SOLIX C1000 wins on portability. The DJI Power 1000 V2 costs $30 less ($469.99 vs $499.99).
For campers and home users who want a fast-charging 1 kWh LiFePO4 station with the option to add a second battery, at a lower price than the Gen 2.
Amazon $499.99Prices were last checked October 22, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the DJI Power 1000 V2 for AC output (2,600 W continuous AC vs 1,800 W continuous AC), solar input (1,800 W max solar input vs 600 W max solar input) and battery life (LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty).
- Choose the Anker SOLIX C1000 for portability (82 Wh per kg (28.4 lb (12.9 kg)) vs 72 Wh per kg (31.3 lb (14.2 kg))).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mid-size portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | DJI Power 1000 V2 | Anker SOLIX C1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Value 25% | 85 $0.46 per rated Wh | 84 $0.47 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 72 86% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 68 85% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 100 2,600 W continuous AC | 82 1,800 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 97 0-100% on AC in 56 min | 96 0-100% on AC in 58 min |
| Portability 10% | 49 72 Wh per kg (31.3 lb (14.2 kg)) | 67 82 Wh per kg (28.4 lb (12.9 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 100 1,800 W max solar input | 49 600 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 140 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
DJI Power 1000 V2
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 880 Wh | 86% | Light-bar load bank at roughly 80% of rated AC output, 100% to shutdown. Measured charging rate 1,041 Wh/hr. |
Anker SOLIX C1000
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 897 Wh | 85% | Full discharge through the AC outlets. |
Specifications
| DJI Power 1000 V2 | Anker SOLIX C1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,024 Wh | 1,056 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 880 Wh (86%) | 897 Wh (85%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 3,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes | Yes, up to 2,112 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,600 W (4,400 W surge) | 1,800 W (2,400 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 6 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 2 | 5 |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 2 | 1 |
| AC waveform | - | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 140 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | No | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | 1,300 W |
| Full AC charge time | 56 min (0-80% in 37 min (manufacturer); OutdoorGearLab measured 1,041 Wh/hr, about 59 min to full) | 58 min (with UltraFast enabled in the app (manufacturer); OutdoorGearLab measured 65 min UltraFast and 88 min standard) |
| Max solar input | 1,800 W | 600 W |
| Solar input voltage | - | 11-60V |
| Car charging | 100 W | 120 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 31.3 lb (14.2 kg) | 28.4 lb (12.9 kg) |
| Dimensions | 17.6 x 8.9 x 9.1 in | 14.8 x 8.07 x 10.5 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | Anker app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
