DJI Power 1000 V2
#1 in Mid-sizeFull review
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 $469.99$469.99
The DJI Power 1000 V2 is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.5 to 4.4. The DJI Power 1000 V2 leads on solar input and AC output. The BLUETTI AC180 wins on value. The BLUETTI AC180 costs $20.99 less ($449 vs $469.99).
BLUETTI AC180
#6 in Mid-sizeFull review
A heavy but efficient older 1.1kWh LiFePO4 unit that remains a strong value buy when discounted; the Elite 100 V2 is its lighter replacement.
Amazon $449$449
Prices were last checked October 24, 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 solar input (1,800 W max solar input vs 500 W max solar input) and AC output (2,600 W continuous AC vs 1,800 W continuous AC).
- Choose the BLUETTI AC180 for value ($0.39 per rated Wh vs $0.46 per rated Wh).
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 | BLUETTI AC180 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 4.4/5 |
| Value 25% | 85 $0.46 per rated Wh | 95 $0.39 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 72 86% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 72 86% of rated capacity delivered (2 tests) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 96 LiFePO4, 3,500 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 | 95 0-100% on AC in 1 h |
| Portability 10% | 49 72 Wh per kg (31.3 lb (14.2 kg)) | 49 72 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 100 1,800 W max solar input | 33 500 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. |
BLUETTI AC180
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCWorld | 970 Wh | 84% | 800W space-heater load. |
| PCWorld | 1,007 Wh | 87% | 200W incandescent-bulb load. |
Specifications
| DJI Power 1000 V2 | BLUETTI AC180 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,024 Wh | 1,152 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 880 Wh (86%) | 988 Wh (86%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 3,500 |
| Expandable | Yes | Yes |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,600 W (4,400 W surge) | 1,800 W (2,700 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | - | 2,700 W |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 4 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 2 | 4 |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 2 | - |
| AC waveform | - | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 140 W each) | 1 (100 W) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 4 |
| 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 | 1,440 W |
| Full AC charge time | 56 min (0-80% in 37 min (manufacturer); OutdoorGearLab measured 1,041 Wh/hr, about 59 min to full) | 1 h (0-80% in 45 min (manufacturer)) |
| Max solar input | 1,800 W | 500 W |
| Car charging | 100 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 31.3 lb (14.2 kg) | 35.3 lb (16 kg) |
| Dimensions | 17.6 x 8.9 x 9.1 in | 13.4 x 9.7 x 12.5 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2025-07 | 2023-05 |