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, solar input and AC output. The Jackery HomePower 1000 Plus v2 wins on portability. The DJI Power 1000 V2 costs $199.01 less ($469.99 vs $669).
A small station that can grow into real home backup, for buyers who want to start at 1kWh and add batteries later.
Amazon $669 Jackery $669Prices 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 $0.65 per rated Wh), solar input (1,800 W max solar input vs 400 W max solar input) and AC output (2,600 W continuous AC vs 1,800 W continuous AC).
- Choose the Jackery HomePower 1000 Plus v2 for portability (95 Wh per kg (23.8 lb (10.8 kg)) vs 72 Wh per kg (31.3 lb (14.2 kg))).
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 | Jackery HomePower 1000 Plus v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 85 $0.46 per rated Wh | 60 $0.65 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 | 85 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles |
| AC output 15% | 100 2,600 W continuous AC | 82 1,800 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 97 0-100% on AC in 56 min | 100 0-100% on AC in 50 min |
| Portability 10% | 49 72 Wh per kg (31.3 lb (14.2 kg)) | 91 95 Wh per kg (23.8 lb (10.8 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 100 1,800 W max solar input | 28 400 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 140 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 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. |
Jackery HomePower 1000 Plus v2
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| DJI Power 1000 V2 | Jackery HomePower 1000 Plus v2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,024 Wh | 1,024 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 880 Wh (86%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 6,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | Yes | Yes, up to 11,000 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,600 W (4,400 W surge) | 1,800 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 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 140 W each) | 2 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | - |
| 12 V car outlet | No | - |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | - |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (10 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | 1,600 W |
| Full AC charge time | 56 min (0-80% in 37 min (manufacturer); OutdoorGearLab measured 1,041 Wh/hr, about 59 min to full) | 50 min (50 min in Emergency mode; 1.25 hr default) |
| Max solar input | 1,800 W | 400 W |
| Car charging | 100 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 31.3 lb (14.2 kg) | 23.8 lb (10.8 kg) |
| Dimensions | 17.6 x 8.9 x 9.1 in | 12.4 x 7.9 x 9.2 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | Jackery app (WiFi/Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |
