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 4.2. The Dabbsson 1000L leads on battery life, value and portability. The EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic wins on AC output. The Dabbsson 1000L costs $113 less ($386 vs $499).
EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic
#12 in Mid-sizeFull review
A low-cost 1kWh LiFePO4 station for home backup and car camping where AC outlets are all you need. Pick the DELTA 3 Plus instead if you want 12V outputs, faster solar charging or an extra battery later.
Amazon $499$499
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 battery life (Semi-solid-state LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 5-year warranty), value ($0.38 per rated Wh vs $0.49 per rated Wh) and portability (93 Wh per kg (24 lb (10.9 kg)) vs 85 Wh per kg (26.7 lb (12.1 kg))).
- Choose the EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic for AC output (1,800 W continuous AC vs 1,200 W continuous AC).
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 | EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 96 $0.38 per rated Wh | 82 $0.49 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 79 87% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 81 88% of rated capacity delivered (2 tests) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 Semi-solid-state LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 70 LiFePO4, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 56 1,200 W continuous AC | 82 1,800 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 88 0-100% on AC in 1 h 12 min | 95 0-100% on AC in 1 h |
| Portability 10% | 86 93 Wh per kg (24 lb (10.9 kg)) | 72 85 Wh per kg (26.7 lb (12.1 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 52 600 W max solar input | 40 500 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (15 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (10 ms), 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. |
EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNET | 947 Wh | 92.5% | 480W load logged with HOBOware; round-trip efficiency 81.34%; recharge from empty 55 min. |
| The Solar Lab | - | 83% | Inverter efficiency test (load not stated in the review). Measured AC recharge from empty just under 55 min. |
Specifications
| Dabbsson 1000L | EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,008 Wh | 1,024 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 880 Wh (87%) | 899 Wh (88%) |
| Chemistry | Semi-solid-state LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | - |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,200 W (2,400 W surge) | 1,800 W (3,600 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 1,800 W | 2,600 W |
| AC outlets | 2 total | 3 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 2 | - |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | - | 2 |
| 120V 2-prong outlets (NEMA 1-15R) | - | 1 |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | No |
| DC5521 ports | 1 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (15 ms switchover) | Yes (10 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,000 W | 1,400 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 12 min (manufacturer: 0-80% in 50 min; full-charge time not published) | 1 h (0-80% in 45 min) |
| Max solar input | 600 W | 500 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V, 21A max (AC + solar combined up to 1400W) | - |
| Car charging | 200 W | 96 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 24 lb (10.9 kg) | 26.7 lb (12.1 kg) |
| Dimensions | 15.3 x 7.4 x 9.4 in | 398 x 200 x 283 mm |
| App | Dabbsson app | EcoFlow app (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2025-06 | 2025-09 |