The Dabbsson DBS1300 rates 4.0 among mid-size portable power stations; the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 rates 3.3 among large ones. The Dabbsson DBS1300 costs $900.95 less ($599 vs $1,499.95).
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 $599For outdoor and overlanding use where weather resistance matters more than price per watt-hour.
Goal Zero $1,499.95Prices 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.
These two sit in different size classes (mid-size and large), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Dabbsson DBS1300 | Goal Zero Yeti 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 25% | 87 $0.45 per rated Wh | 0 $1.00 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 80 88% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 Semi-solid-state LiFePO4, 4,500 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 56 1,200 W continuous AC | 33 2,000 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 63 0-100% on AC in 2 h | 92 0-100% on AC in 1 h 6 min |
| Portability 10% | 67 82 Wh per kg (36 lb (16.3 kg)) | 33 63 Wh per kg (52.8 lb (23.9 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 18 400 W max solar input | 53 900 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (15 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (28 ms), 140 W USB-C, app |
No independent test published yet.
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 1,320 Wh | 87.7% | Full-discharge AC test; OutdoorGearLab states 89%, 1320/1505.28 works out to 87.7% |
| Dabbsson DBS1300 | Goal Zero Yeti 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,330 Wh | 1,505.3 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | - | 1,320 Wh (88%) |
| Chemistry | Semi-solid-state LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,500 to 80% | 4,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 4,730 Wh | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,200 W (2,400 W surge) | 2,000 W (3,600 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 1,600 W | - |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 4 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 4 |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 3 (up to 100 W each) | 4 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 3 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 2 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (15 ms switchover) | Yes (28 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,000 W | 1,500 W |
| Full AC charge time | 2 h (manufacturer: 0-80% in 44 min on AC; 0-100% in 96 min with AC + solar (1400W)) | 1 h 6 min (About 1.1 h full, 0-80% in 0.8 h (manufacturer)) |
| Max solar input | 400 W | 900 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V, 12A max (AC + solar combined up to 1400W) | HPP 12.3-60V (600W) + 8mm 13.2-30V (300W) |
| Car charging | 96 W | 120 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 36 lb (16.3 kg) | 52.8 lb (23.9 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14.25 x 10.83 x 8.7 in | 15.7 x 11.4 x 12.02 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | Goal Zero app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2024-09 | 2026 |
