BLUETTI Elite 400
#26 in Home backupFull review
For home-backup buyers who want nearly 4 kWh in one rolling unit without adding expansion batteries.
Amazon $1,449 BLUETTI $1,399$1,399
The BLUETTI Elite 400 is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.6 to 3.1. The BLUETTI Elite 400 leads on value and portability. The Goal Zero Yeti PRO 4000 wins on battery life, AC output and solar input. The BLUETTI Elite 400 costs $2,600.95 less ($1,399 vs $3,999.95).
Goal Zero Yeti PRO 4000
#28 in Home backupFull review
For RV owners and home-backup buyers who want a rugged 4 kWh station with a 30A RV outlet and room to expand, and who won’t be lifting it often.
Amazon Goal Zero $3,999.95$3,999.95
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 BLUETTI Elite 400 for value ($0.36 per rated Wh vs $1.00 per rated Wh) and portability (98 Wh per kg (86 lb (39 kg)) vs 76 Wh per kg (115.7 lb (52.5 kg))).
- Choose the Goal Zero Yeti PRO 4000 for battery life (LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 5-year warranty), AC output (3,600 W continuous AC vs 2,600 W continuous AC) and solar input (3,000 W max solar input vs 1,000 W max solar input).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every home backup portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | BLUETTI Elite 400 | Goal Zero Yeti PRO 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 90 $0.36 per rated Wh | 0 $1.00 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 42 79% of rated capacity delivered (2 tests) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 70 LiFePO4, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 7 2,600 W continuous AC | 37 3,600 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 47 0-100% on AC in 2 h 30 min | 44 0-100% on AC in 2 h 36 min |
| Portability 10% | 97 98 Wh per kg (86 lb (39 kg)) | 56 76 Wh per kg (115.7 lb (52.5 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 13 1,000 W max solar input | 71 3,000 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (15 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (15 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
BLUETTI Elite 400
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 77% | Efficiency test (load not stated in the review); idle draw about 20W. Measured AC recharge 0-100% in 2 h 27 min. |
| Notebookcheck | 3,130 Wh | 82% | EU 230V version drained with a continuous AC load of about 250W (just under 82% of capacity); the reviewer reports efficiency rising to about 93% at an 1,800W load. Recharge drew just under 4,400 Wh from the mains. |
Goal Zero Yeti PRO 4000
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| BLUETTI Elite 400 | Goal Zero Yeti PRO 4000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 3,840 Wh | 3,993.6 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 3,043 Wh (79%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | - | 4,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | Yes, up to 19,968 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,600 W (5,200 W surge) | 3,600 W (7,200 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 3,900 W | - |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 5 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 4 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | - | 1 |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 3 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 3 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (15 ms switchover) | Yes (15 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | 1,800 W |
| Full AC charge time | 2 h 30 min (0-80% in about 1 h 55 min in Turbo mode; AC + solar up to 2800W) | 2 h 36 min (2.6 h full per Goal Zero comparison chart (user guide says about 3 h); 0-80% in 2 h) |
| Max solar input | 1,000 W | 3,000 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V, 20A | HPP 13.3-150V (3000W) + 8mm 12.3-28V (275W) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 86 lb (39 kg) | 115.7 lb (52.5 kg) |
| Dimensions | 16.8 x 11.3 x 19.3 in | 21.4 x 13.8 x 14.8 in (with removable cart: 18.1 in tall, 125.7 lb) |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | Goal Zero Power app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2026-07 | 2023-10 |