The Goal Zero Yeti 500 is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.7 to 3.5. The Goal Zero Yeti 500 leads on value, portability and AC output. The Goal Zero Yeti 300 wins on charging speed and solar input. The Goal Zero Yeti 300 costs $150 less ($349.95 vs $499.95).
For outdoor use where weather resistance matters, with enough capacity for a weekend of lights, devices and a small fridge; buyers after value per watt-hour can do better elsewhere.
Amazon Goal Zero $499.95For campers and tailgaters who want a small, weather-resistant battery for phones, lights, laptops and a CPAP, and who don’t need to run anything over 350W.
Amazon $349.95Prices 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.
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every small portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Goal Zero Yeti 500 | Goal Zero Yeti 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 52 $1.00 per rated Wh | 37 $1.18 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 | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 72 500 W continuous AC | 51 350 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 82 0-100% on AC in 1 h 24 min | 100 0-100% on AC in 50 min |
| Portability 10% | 43 68 Wh per kg (16.1 lb (7.3 kg)) | 5 48 Wh per kg (13.7 lb (6.2 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 29 200 W max solar input | 62 200 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app |
| Goal Zero Yeti 500 | Goal Zero Yeti 300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 499.2 Wh | 297 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 4,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 500 W (1,000 W surge) | 350 W (600 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 2 total | 2 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 2 | 2 |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 500 W | 420 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 24 min (1.4 h in fast mode, 500W (manufacturer spec table; product copy says 90 min); ships in 240W low mode, about 3 h) | 50 min (Fast mode, 420W (manufacturer); ships in 140W low mode, about 3 h) |
| Max solar input | 200 W | 200 W |
| Solar input voltage | 8mm 12.3-28V, up to 10A | 8mm 12.3-28V, up to 10A |
| Car charging | 120 W | 120 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 16.1 lb (7.3 kg) | 13.7 lb (6.2 kg) |
| Dimensions | 11.32 x 7.82 x 7.8 in | 11.3 x 7.7 x 6.7 in |
| App | Goal Zero Power app | Goal Zero Power app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2024 | 2024 |
