DJI Power 1000 V2
#1 in Mid-sizeFull review
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 $469.99$469.99
The DJI Power 1000 V2 is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.5 to 3.5. The DJI Power 1000 V2 leads on value, portability and AC output. The DJI Power 1000 V2 costs $729.96 less ($469.99 vs $1,199.95).
Goal Zero Yeti 1000
#35 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 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 $1.20 per rated Wh), portability (72 Wh per kg (31.3 lb (14.2 kg)) vs 62 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg))) 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 | Goal Zero Yeti 1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 85 $0.46 per rated Wh | 0 $1.20 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 LiFePO4, 4,000 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 | 88 0-100% on AC in 1 h 12 min |
| Portability 10% | 49 72 Wh per kg (31.3 lb (14.2 kg)) | 32 62 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 100 1,800 W max solar input | 88 900 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 140 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (15 ms), 140 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. |
Goal Zero Yeti 1000
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| DJI Power 1000 V2 | Goal Zero Yeti 1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,024 Wh | 998.4 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 880 Wh (86%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 4,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,600 W (4,400 W surge) | 2,000 W (3,600 W surge) |
| 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) | 4 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | No | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (15 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | 1,000 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 12 min (1.2 h full, 0-80% in 0.8 h (manufacturer spec page; user guide says 1.1 h)) |
| Max solar input | 1,800 W | 900 W |
| Solar input voltage | - | HPP 12.3-60V (600W) + 8mm 13.2-30V (300W) |
| Car charging | 100 W | 120 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 31.3 lb (14.2 kg) | 35.3 lb (16 kg) |
| Dimensions | 17.6 x 8.9 x 9.1 in | 15.7 x 11.4 x 10.5 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | Goal Zero Power app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |