Goal Zero Yeti 1500XvsLion Energy Safari
Head-to-head comparison of scores, specs, and features.
Winner
Goal Zero Yeti 1500X
63.4Grade B
Price
$1124.89
AC Power
2000W
Lion Energy Safari
50.6Grade C+
Price
$1399.00
AC Power
3000W
Goal Zero Yeti 1500Xwins by12.77points overall.
The Verdict
Overall take
Buy Goal Zero Yeti 1500X if
- Better Fast Charging: Yes vs No
- Better Ups Functionality: Yes vs False
- Better Wifi Connectivity: Yes vs No
Buy Lion Energy Safari if
- Better Battery Lifespan Cycles: 3500 vs 500
- Better Warranty: 5 vs 2
- Better Ac Power Surge: 6000 vs 3500
Top 3 Key Differences
Fast Charging
Yesvs No
Score: 100 vs 0
Ups Functionality
Yesvs False
Score: 100 vs 0
Wifi Connectivity
Yesvs No
Score: 100 vs 0
Performance by Category
ChargingGoal Zero Yeti 1500X wins
Goal Zero Yeti 1500X
82.8
Lion Energy Safari
63.3
AC PowerLion Energy Safari wins
Goal Zero Yeti 1500X
93.3
Lion Energy Safari
100.0
ConnectivityGoal Zero Yeti 1500X wins
Goal Zero Yeti 1500X
75.0
Lion Energy Safari
50.0
PriceGoal Zero Yeti 1500X wins
Goal Zero Yeti 1500X
77.6
Lion Energy Safari
71.1
BatteryLion Energy Safari wins
Goal Zero Yeti 1500X
56.8
Lion Energy Safari
81.6
PhysicalGoal Zero Yeti 1500X wins
Goal Zero Yeti 1500X
87.8
Lion Energy Safari
58.1
Advanced FeaturesGoal Zero Yeti 1500X wins
Goal Zero Yeti 1500X
50.0
Lion Energy Safari
0.0
WarrantyLion Energy Safari wins
Goal Zero Yeti 1500X
51.0
Lion Energy Safari
100.0
Full Technical Specifications
| Feature | Goal Zero Yeti 1500X | Lion Energy Safari |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Ac Charge Speed | 840 | 800 |
| Charger Type | MPPT | AC wall + solar (MPPT) + DC/car |
| Fast Charging | Yes | No |
| Max Solar Input | 600 | 600 |
| Max Solar Panels | — | 6 |
| Pass Through Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Solar Connector Type | 8mm / High Power Port (Anderson) | Anderson / proprietary |
| Solar Panel Compatibility | Goal Zero Nomad, Boulder, and Ranger panels | 24V panels (brand recommends 100W 24V panel) |
| AC Power | ||
| Ac Output Amps | 16.5 | — |
| Ac Power Continuous | 2000 | 3000 |
| Ac Power Surge | 3500 | 6000 |
| Ac Wave Quality | Pure Sine Wave | Pure Sine Wave |
| Connectivity | ||
| App Control | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Wifi Connectivity | Yes | No |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
| Price | ||
| Base Price | 1124.89 | 1399.00 |
| Bundle Price | 1424.89 | — |
| Cost Per Wh | 0.742 | 0.8679 |
| Extra Battery Cost | 1,299.85 | — |
| Price Description | Yeti 1500X + Boulder 100 BC Solar Generator bundle $1,424.89 | Lion Safari | 1612Wh, 3000W, LiFePO4 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Capacity Wh | 1516 | 1612 |
| Battery Lifespan Cycles | 500 | 3500 |
| Expandable Capacity | Yes | Yes |
| Extra Battery Capacity | 1516 | 2688 |
| Max Extra Batteries | 1 | 1 |
| Product Info | ||
| Brand | Goal Zero | Lion Energy |
| Model Name | Yeti 1500X | Lion Safari |
| Product Url | https://goalzero.com/products/goal-zero-yeti-1500x-portable-power-station | https://lionenergy.com/products/lion-safari |
| DC Power | ||
| Dc Output | 12V car port 160W (12V, 13A); 2x High Power Port 360W total (12V, 30A); 2x 6mm 120W (12V, 10A) | USB-A 2x (5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/1.5A QC), USB-C 2x (60W PD, QC 3.0), 12V socket 15A, NEMA TT-30 30A RV port |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 38.74 x 25.98 x 26.34 cm | 50.8 x 33.8 x 33.8 cm |
| Energy Density Wh Per Kg | 73.2 | 28.1 |
| Noise Level | — | — |
| Operating Temp | 0-40 C | not specified |
| Portable | Yes | True |
| Weight | 20.7 kg · 45.6 lbs | 57.3 kg · 126.3 lbs |
| Advanced Features | ||
| Parallel Expansion | No | No |
| Ups Functionality | Yes | False |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 | 5 |