BLUETTI Elite 100 mini
#30 in Mid-sizeFull review
For buyers who want a full kilowatt-hour for lights, a fridge, CPAP and electronics at a low price, and do not need high-wattage appliances.
Amazon $449 BLUETTI $429$429
The BLUETTI Elite 100 mini is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.8 to 3.5. The BLUETTI Elite 100 mini leads on value and portability. The Goal Zero Yeti 1000 wins on AC output, solar input and battery life. The BLUETTI Elite 100 mini costs $770.95 less ($429 vs $1,199.95).
Goal Zero Yeti 1000
#34 in Mid-sizeFull review
For overlanders, van builders and campers who want a weather-resistant 1 kWh station that can run high-draw appliances, and are willing to pay more per watt-hour for the build.
B&H Goal Zero $1,199.95$1,199.95
Prices were last checked October 20, 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 BLUETTI Elite 100 mini for value ($0.43 per rated Wh vs $1.20 per rated Wh) and portability (94 Wh per kg (23.6 lb (10.7 kg)) vs 62 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg))).
- Choose the Goal Zero Yeti 1000 for AC output (2,000 W continuous AC vs 700 W continuous AC), solar input (900 W max solar input vs 350 W max solar input) and battery life (LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 3-year warranty).
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 | BLUETTI Elite 100 mini | Goal Zero Yeti 1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 90 $0.43 per rated Wh | 0 $1.20 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 90 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 3-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 21 700 W continuous AC | 88 2,000 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) | 88 0-100% on AC in 1 h 12 min |
| Portability 10% | 89 94 Wh per kg (23.6 lb (10.7 kg)) | 32 62 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 23 350 W max solar input | 88 900 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 55 UPS (10 ms), 140 W USB-C | 75 UPS (15 ms), 140 W USB-C, app |
Specifications
| BLUETTI Elite 100 mini | Goal Zero Yeti 1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,004.8 Wh | 998.4 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,000 to 80% | 4,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 700 W | 2,000 W (3,600 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 3 total | 4 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 3 | - |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | - | 4 |
| AC waveform | - | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 140 W each) | 4 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 2 | - |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (15 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 700 W | 1,000 W |
| Full AC charge time | - | 1 h 12 min (1.2 h full, 0-80% in 0.8 h (manufacturer spec page; user guide says 1.1 h)) |
| Max solar input | 350 W | 900 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V, 10A | HPP 12.3-60V (600W) + 8mm 13.2-30V (300W) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 23.6 lb (10.7 kg) | 35.3 lb (16 kg) |
| Dimensions | 9.25 x 8.48 x 11.54 in | 15.7 x 11.4 x 10.5 in |
| App | - | Goal Zero Power app |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |