DJI Power 500
DJI

DJI Power 500

52.7/100
C+
#138 of 194 overall
#4 in DJI
$499$0.97/Wh
Under $500
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DJI StoreBest Price
$299
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Amazon DE
EUR
€332
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Walmart
$349

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Performance Matrix

Battery
512Wh
AC Output
1000W
Solar Input
300W
Weight
7.3 kg· 16.1 lbs
Cycles
4000
UPS
—

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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Ice Fishing

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Electric Ice Auger (500W)0.9 hours
Fish Finder (5W)87.0 hours
Space Heater (750W)· 60% duty1.0 hours
Phone Charger (20W)21.8 hours
LED Lantern (10W)43.5 hours

Runtimes are estimates. Fridges, AC units, humidifiers and similar devices are modeled with realistic duty cycles so numbers reflect average draw, not peak wattage.

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 0.9 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 87.0 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 1.0 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 43.5 hours

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 14.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 6.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 10.9 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 43.5 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 87.0 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 43.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.5 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 12.1 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 36.3 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 1.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 43.5 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.9 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 10.9 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 43.5 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.6 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.5 hours

Job Sites runtime estimates

  • Circular Saw (1800W): 0.2 hours
  • Corded Drill (700W): 0.6 hours
  • Air Compressor (1000W): 1.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.9 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 2.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 3.6 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.9 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.5 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 43.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.9 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.5 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 12.1 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.5 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.5 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.9 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 10.4 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.6 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.5 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 10.4 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.5 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.6 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 1.0 hours

Pros

  • Strong Battery Lifespan Cycles: 4000
  • Strong Ac Wave Quality: pure sine wave
  • Strong Weight: 7.3
  • Strong Portable: yes
  • Strong Fast Charging: Yes

Cons

  • Low Ac Charge Speed: 540
  • Low Expandable Capacity: No
  • Limited data for comparison

Not Recommended

Solar SetupOff-Grid LivingWhole Home Backup

Technical Score Breakdown

Physical90.1
Charging82.1
Warranty67.3
Connectivity50
Price83
AC Power78.3
Advanced Features50
Battery40.2

Capacity Position

DJI Power 500
90 Wh512 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Product Info
Brand
DJI
Model Name
Power 500
Product Url
https://store.dji.com/product/dji-power-500
Price
Bundle Price
570
Price Description
DJI Power 500 Portable Power Station
Base Price
499.00
Cost Per Wh
0.97
AC Power
Ac Output Amps
DYM500L: 100-120V; DYM500H: 220-240V
Ac Power Continuous
1000
Ac Wave Quality
pure sine wave
Charging
Solar Connector Type
SDC Lite (XT60 via adapter)
Solar Panel Compatibility
DJI Power Solar Panel Adapter Module (MPPT) with XT60 panels; max 30V open-circuit per panel
Max Solar Panels
3
Charger Type
AC wall charger (included cable), USB-C PD 3.0, solar via MPPT, car via SDC Lite cable
Ac Charge Speed
540
Max Solar Input
300
Fast Charging
Yes
Smart Charging
Yes
Pass Through Charging
Yes
DC Power
Dc Output
USB-A: 5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/2A (24W max); USB-C: 5-20V, 100W max; SDC Lite: 9-27V, 240W max
Physical
Dimensions
30.5 x 20.7 x 17.7 cm
Noise Level
23
Operating Temp
-10 to 45C (power supply); 0 to 45C (recharging)
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
70.1
Weight
7.3
Portable
yes
Battery
Battery Capacity Wh
512
Battery Lifespan Cycles
4000
Expandable Capacity
No
Advanced Features
Parallel Expansion
No
Ups Functionality
yes
Connectivity
Wireless Charging
No
App Control
Yes
Warranty
Warranty
3

Competitor Comparison

Side‑by‑side specs vs 3 similar models in the same capacity and price range.

Spec
DJI Power 500
This model
DJI Power 500
52.7 / C+
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
EcoFlow
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
73.7 / A-
EcoFlow RIVER 2 Pro
EcoFlow
EcoFlow RIVER 2 Pro
71.1 / B+
EcoFlow DELTA 3 1000 Air
EcoFlow
EcoFlow DELTA 3 1000 Air
68.9 / B+
Overall score52.773.771.168.9
Capacity512 Wh858 Wh768 Wh960 Wh
AC output1,000 W600 W800 W500 W
Weight7.3 kg · 16.1 lbs4.7 kg · 10.4 lbs8.3 kg · 18.2 lbs9.9 kg · 21.8 lbs
Battery cycles4,0003,0003,0003,000
UPS switch time—10 ms30 ms10 ms
Max solar input300 W220 W220 W500 W
Price$499$469$599$499
Cost per Wh$0.97/Wh$0.55/Wh$0.78/Wh$0.52/Wh

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