The Goal Zero Yeti 1000 is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.5 to 3.4. The Goal Zero Yeti 1000 leads on charging speed, solar input and battery life. The VTOMAN Jump 1500X wins on value. The VTOMAN Jump 1500X costs $799.96 less ($399.99 vs $1,199.95).
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 $1,199.95A budget 828Wh station with a strong 1500W inverter for people who need to run real appliances but can wait for slow recharges.
Amazon $399.99Prices 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.
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 | Goal Zero Yeti 1000 | VTOMAN Jump 1500X |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 25% | 0 $1.20 per rated Wh | 82 $0.48 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 76 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 2-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 88 2,000 W continuous AC | 70 1,500 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 88 0-100% on AC in 1 h 12 min | 0 0-100% on AC in 5 h |
| Portability 10% | 32 62 Wh per kg (35.3 lb (16 kg)) | 10 50 Wh per kg (36.2 lb (16.4 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 88 900 W max solar input | 11 200 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (15 ms), 140 W USB-C, app | 45 expandable, 100 W USB-C |
| Goal Zero Yeti 1000 | VTOMAN Jump 1500X | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 998.4 Wh | 828 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 3,000 |
| Expandable | No | Yes, up to 2,376 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,000 W (3,600 W surge) | 1,500 W (3,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 3 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | - | 3 |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | - |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | - |
| USB-C ports | 4 (up to 140 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 4 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 2 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (15 ms switchover) | - |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,000 W | 180 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 12 min (1.2 h full, 0-80% in 0.8 h (manufacturer spec page; user guide says 1.1 h)) | 5 h (VTOMAN Jump 1500X user manual: full charge with the supplied 180W AC adapter takes 4-5 hours; upper end (5 h) used.) |
| Max solar input | 900 W | 200 W |
| Solar input voltage | HPP 12.3-60V (600W) + 8mm 13.2-30V (300W) | 12-30V MPPT |
| Car charging | 120 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 35.3 lb (16 kg) | 36.2 lb (16.4 kg) |
| Dimensions | 15.7 x 11.4 x 10.5 in | 14.17 x 10.63 x 11.02 in |
| App | Goal Zero Power app | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2026-09 | 2023-12 |
