A quiet, fast-charging 1kWh LiFePO4 station that suits DJI drone users best; others will find better value in rivals with built-in solar and 12V outputs.
Amazon $469.99The DJI Power 1000 V2 is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.5 to 4.1. The DJI Power 1000 V2 leads on value, charging speed and AC output. The DJI Power 1000 V2 costs $149.01 less ($469.99 vs $619).
For buyers who want a 1 kWh station that can run high-wattage appliances and grow into a larger home-backup system later. Campers who just need 1 kWh can save weight and money with a non-expandable unit.
Amazon $619 Dabbsson $619Prices were last checked October 22, 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 DJI Power 1000 V2 for value ($0.46 per rated Wh vs $0.60 per rated Wh), charging speed (0-100% on AC in 56 min vs 0-100% on AC in 1 h 36 min) and AC output (2,600 W continuous AC vs 2,000 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 | DJI Power 1000 V2 | Dabbsson DBS1000 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 85 $0.46 per rated Wh | 66 $0.60 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 72 86% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 Semi-solid-state LiFePO4, 4,500 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 100 2,600 W continuous AC | 88 2,000 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 97 0-100% on AC in 56 min | 76 0-100% on AC in 1 h 36 min |
| Portability 10% | 49 72 Wh per kg (31.3 lb (14.2 kg)) | 38 66 Wh per kg (34.4 lb (15.6 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 100 1,800 W max solar input | 100 1,200 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 140 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (15 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
DJI Power 1000 V2
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 880 Wh | 86% | Light-bar load bank at roughly 80% of rated AC output, 100% to shutdown. Measured charging rate 1,041 Wh/hr. |
Dabbsson DBS1000 Pro
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| DJI Power 1000 V2 | Dabbsson DBS1000 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,024 Wh | 1,024 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 880 Wh (86%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | Semi-solid-state LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 4,500 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes | Yes, up to 5,120 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,600 W (4,400 W surge) | 2,000 W (4,000 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | - | 3,000 W |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 4 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 2 | - |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 2 | 4 |
| AC waveform | - | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 140 W each) | 3 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 3 |
| 12 V car outlet | No | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 2 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (15 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | 1,200 W |
| Full AC charge time | 56 min (0-80% in 37 min (manufacturer); OutdoorGearLab measured 1,041 Wh/hr, about 59 min to full) | 1 h 36 min (manufacturer comparison table: 0-80% in 60 min; full-charge time not published) |
| Max solar input | 1,800 W | 1,200 W |
| Solar input voltage | - | 12-60V, 25A max |
| Car charging | 100 W | 96 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 31.3 lb (14.2 kg) | 34.4 lb (15.6 kg) |
| Dimensions | 17.6 x 8.9 x 9.1 in | 17 x 10 x 9.98 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | Dabbsson app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
