OUPES Mega 1
#9 in Mid-sizeFull review
A strong 1kWh home-backup station with a big inverter and room to expand, often sold well below list price on Amazon.
Amazon $446.49$446.49
The OUPES Mega 1 is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.3 to 3.5. The OUPES Mega 1 leads on value, portability and features. The Goal Zero Yeti 1000 wins on solar input. The OUPES Mega 1 costs $753.46 less ($446.49 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 27, 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 OUPES Mega 1 for value ($0.44 per rated Wh vs $1.20 per rated Wh), portability (81 Wh per kg (27.8 lb (12.6 kg)) vs 62 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg))) and features (UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app vs UPS (15 ms), 140 W USB-C, app).
- Choose the Goal Zero Yeti 1000 for solar input (900 W max solar input vs 800 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 | OUPES Mega 1 | Goal Zero Yeti 1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 89 $0.44 per rated Wh | 0 $1.20 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 41 79% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 96 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 88 2,000 W continuous AC | 88 2,000 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 96 0-100% on AC in 58 min | 88 0-100% on AC in 1 h 12 min |
| Portability 10% | 66 81 Wh per kg (27.8 lb (12.6 kg)) | 32 62 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 74 800 W max solar input | 88 900 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (15 ms), 140 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
OUPES Mega 1
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 79% | 1,779W appliance load ran for 27 minutes. |
Goal Zero Yeti 1000
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| OUPES Mega 1 | Goal Zero Yeti 1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,024 Wh | 998.4 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 809 Wh (79%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,500 to 80% | 4,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 5,120 Wh | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,000 W (4,500 W surge) | 2,000 W (3,600 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 4 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 4 |
| AC waveform | - | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 4 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 4 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 2 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | Yes (15 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,400 W | 1,000 W |
| Full AC charge time | 58 min (OUPES: full in 36 min with AC plus solar (2200W). The Amazon listing says 36 min to 80%. AC-only time not published) | 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 | 800 W | 900 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-78V (MPPT 18-75V, 14A) | HPP 12.3-60V (600W) + 8mm 13.2-30V (300W) |
| Car charging | 96 W | 120 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 27.8 lb (12.6 kg) | 35.3 lb (16 kg) |
| Dimensions | 15.1 x 9.1 x 11.6 in | 15.7 x 11.4 x 10.5 in |
| App | OUPES app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) | Goal Zero Power app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2025-07 | 2026-09 |