Dabbsson 1000L
#16 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 4.1 to 3.5. The Dabbsson 1000L leads on value and portability. The Goal Zero Yeti 1000 wins on AC output and solar input. The Dabbsson 1000L costs $813.95 less ($386 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 Dabbsson 1000L for value ($0.38 per rated Wh vs $1.20 per rated Wh) and portability (93 Wh per kg (24 lb (10.9 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 1,200 W continuous AC) and solar input (900 W max solar input vs 600 W max solar input).
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 | Goal Zero Yeti 1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 96 $0.38 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% | 100 Semi-solid-state LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 56 1,200 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% | 86 93 Wh per kg (24 lb (10.9 kg)) | 32 62 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 52 600 W max solar input | 88 900 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (15 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (15 ms), 140 W USB-C, app |
Specifications
| Dabbsson 1000L | Goal Zero Yeti 1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,008 Wh | 998.4 Wh |
| Chemistry | Semi-solid-state LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 4,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,200 W (2,400 W surge) | 2,000 W (3,600 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 1,800 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) | 4 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 1 | - |
| 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 (1.2 h full, 0-80% in 0.8 h (manufacturer spec page; user guide says 1.1 h)) |
| Max solar input | 600 W | 900 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V, 21A max (AC + solar combined up to 1400W) | HPP 12.3-60V (600W) + 8mm 13.2-30V (300W) |
| Car charging | 200 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 24 lb (10.9 kg) | 35.3 lb (16 kg) |
| Dimensions | 15.3 x 7.4 x 9.4 in | 15.7 x 11.4 x 10.5 in |
| App | Dabbsson app | Goal Zero Power app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |