Goal Zero Yeti 1000 Lithium
Goal Zero

Goal Zero Yeti 1000 Lithium

46.5/100
C+
#158 of 194 overall
#10 in Goal Zero
$1199.95$1.15/Wh
Under $2,000

Performance Matrix

Battery
1045Wh
AC Output
1500W
Solar Input
360W
Weight
18.1 kg· 39.9 lbs
Cycles
500
UPS
—

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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Tailgating

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55" TV (120W)7.4 hours
PA Speaker (150W)5.9 hours
Mini Fridge (60W)· 35% duty42.3 hours
Blender (500W)1.8 hours
Phone Charger (20W)44.4 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.

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 7.4 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 5.9 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 42.3 hours
  • Blender (500W): 1.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 44.4 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 42.3 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 88.8 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 22.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 44.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 13.7 hours

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 29.6 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 8.9 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 12.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 13.7 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 22.2 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 13.7 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 22.2 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 29.6 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 44.4 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 88.8 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 177 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 42.3 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 88.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 44.4 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 29.6 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 29.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 13.7 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 7.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 44.4 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 42.3 hours

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 1.8 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 177 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 2.0 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 44.4 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 88.8 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 24.7 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 74.0 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 8.9 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 2.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 44.4 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 5.9 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 4.4 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 8.9 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 13.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 44.4 hours

Job Sites runtime estimates

  • Circular Saw (1800W): 0.5 hours
  • Corded Drill (700W): 1.3 hours
  • Air Compressor (1000W): 2.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 13.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 44.4 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 42.3 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 8.9 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 13.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 44.4 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 29.6 hours

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 44.4 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 88.8 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 22.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 13.7 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 42.3 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 42.3 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 7.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 13.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 29.6 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 1.1 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 42.3 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 29.6 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 88.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 13.7 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 22.2 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 42.3 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 13.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 29.6 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 8.9 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 7.4 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 42.3 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 24.7 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 29.6 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 8.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 44.4 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.5 hours
  • Blender (500W): 1.8 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 21.1 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 1.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 8.9 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 42.3 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 13.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 8.9 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 29.6 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.5 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 42.3 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 29.6 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 7.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 13.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 44.4 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 42.3 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 21.1 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 29.6 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 7.4 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 2.0 hours

Pros

  • Strong Noise Level: 30
  • Strong Ac Wave Quality: Pure Sine Wave
  • Strong Fast Charging: Yes
  • Strong Portable: Yes
  • Strong Pass Through Charging: Yes

Cons

  • Low Battery Lifespan Cycles: 500
  • Low Warranty: 2
  • Low Expandable Capacity: No
  • Low Ups Functionality: No
  • Low Cost Per Wh: 1.15

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Technical Score Breakdown

Physical84.9
Charging67.7
Warranty51
Advanced Features0
AC Power81.7
Price67.4
Battery23.5
Connectivity0

Capacity Position

Goal Zero Yeti 1000 Lithium
90 Wh1,045 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Product Info
Model Name
Yeti 1000 Lithium
Product Url
https://goalzero.com/products/goal-zero-yeti-1000-lithium-portable-power-station
Brand
Goal Zero
Physical
Dimensions
25.7 x 38.9 x 23.6 cm
Operating Temp
0-40 C
Noise Level
30
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
57.7
Portable
Yes
Weight
18.1
AC Power
Ac Output Amps
12.5A max
Ac Power Continuous
1500
Ac Power Surge
3000
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
DC Power
Dc Output
12V car port (10A, 120W max); 6mm port 12V 10A 120W max; 12V High Power Port 10A 120W max
Charging
Solar Connector Type
8mm / High Power Port
Solar Panel Compatibility
Goal Zero Boulder and Nomad panels
Charger Type
PWM charge controller
Max Solar Panels
3
Max Solar Input
360
Ac Charge Speed
240
Fast Charging
Yes
Pass Through Charging
Yes
Smart Charging
No
Price
Price Description
Legacy product, no longer available. Last listed at $1,199.95.
Base Price
1199.95
Cost Per Wh
1.15
Battery
Extra Battery Capacity
1200
Max Extra Batteries
0
Battery Capacity Wh
1045
Battery Lifespan Cycles
500
Expandable Capacity
No
Advanced Features
Parallel Expansion
No
Ups Functionality
No
Warranty
Warranty
2
Connectivity
Wireless Charging
No
App Control
No
Bluetooth
No
Wifi Connectivity
No

Competitor Comparison

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46.5 / C+
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Overall score46.576.271.369.1
Capacity1,045 Wh1,536 Wh1,843 Wh1,536 Wh
AC output1,500 W1,800 W2,500 W1,800 W
Weight18.1 kg · 39.9 lbs16.5 kg · 36.4 lbs25 kg · 55 lbs17.5 kg · 38.6 lbs
Battery cycles5003,0003,5004,000
UPS switch time—15 ms10 ms20 ms
Max solar input360 W500 W1,200 W800 W
Price$1,200$1,099$995$999
Cost per Wh$1.15/Wh$0.72/Wh$0.54/Wh$0.65/Wh

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