Dabbsson 1000L
#2 in Mid-sizeFull review
For budget buyers who want 1 kWh of LiFePO4 storage for camping or short outages at a low price per watt-hour. The two AC outlets limit how many appliances it can run directly.
Amazon $386 Dabbsson $386$386
The Dabbsson 1000L is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.4 to 4.0. The Dabbsson 1000L leads on charging speed, value and portability. The Dabbsson DBS1300 wins on features. The Dabbsson 1000L costs $213 less ($386 vs $599).
Dabbsson DBS1300
#26 in Mid-sizeFull review
For campers and small-household backup buyers who want more than 1 kWh at a modest price and the option to add batteries. Its 1200W output limits it to everyday devices rather than big appliances.
Amazon $899 Dabbsson $599$599
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 Dabbsson 1000L for charging speed (0-100% on AC in 1 h 12 min vs 0-100% on AC in 2 h), value ($0.38 per rated Wh vs $0.45 per rated Wh) and portability (93 Wh per kg (24 lb (10.9 kg)) vs 82 Wh per kg (36 lb (16.3 kg))).
- Choose the Dabbsson DBS1300 for features (UPS (15 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app vs UPS (15 ms), 100 W USB-C, app).
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 | Dabbsson 1000L | Dabbsson DBS1300 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 96 $0.38 per rated Wh | 87 $0.45 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 79 87% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 Semi-solid-state LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 Semi-solid-state LiFePO4, 4,500 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 56 1,200 W continuous AC | 56 1,200 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 88 0-100% on AC in 1 h 12 min | 63 0-100% on AC in 2 h |
| Portability 10% | 86 93 Wh per kg (24 lb (10.9 kg)) | 67 82 Wh per kg (36 lb (16.3 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 52 600 W max solar input | 18 400 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
Dabbsson 1000L
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| mybest | 880 Wh | 87.3% | Japanese-market 1000L (same 1,008 Wh rating) run on a halogen heater from full until 0%; mybest reports 87.3% conversion efficiency and 880 Wh real capacity. |
Dabbsson DBS1300
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Dabbsson 1000L | Dabbsson DBS1300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,008 Wh | 1,330 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 880 Wh (87%) | - |
| Chemistry | Semi-solid-state LiFePO4 | Semi-solid-state LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 4,500 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | Yes, up to 4,730 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,200 W (2,400 W surge) | 1,200 W (2,400 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 1,800 W | 1,600 W |
| AC outlets | 2 total | 4 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 2 | - |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | - | 4 |
| 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 | 1 | 2 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (15 ms switchover) | Yes (15 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,000 W | 1,000 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 12 min (manufacturer: 0-80% in 50 min; full-charge time not published) | 2 h (manufacturer: 0-80% in 44 min on AC; 0-100% in 96 min with AC + solar (1400W)) |
| Max solar input | 600 W | 400 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V, 21A max (AC + solar combined up to 1400W) | 12-60V, 12A max (AC + solar combined up to 1400W) |
| Car charging | 200 W | 96 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 24 lb (10.9 kg) | 36 lb (16.3 kg) |
| Dimensions | 15.3 x 7.4 x 9.4 in | 14.25 x 10.83 x 8.7 in |
| App | Dabbsson app | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2025-06 | 2024-09 |