Goal Zero Yeti 1250
Goal Zero

Goal Zero Yeti 1250

35.1/100
C
#185 of 194 overall
#16 in Goal Zero
$999.95$0.83/Wh
Under $2,000

Performance Matrix

Battery
1200Wh
AC Output
1200W
Solar Input
320W
Weight
46.7 kg· 103 lbs
Cycles
—
UPS
—

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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Remote Work

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Laptop (65W)15.7 hours
27" Monitor (40W)25.5 hours
Router + Modem (30W)34.0 hours
Phone Charger (20W)51.0 hours
Desk Lamp (10W)102 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.

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 15.7 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 25.5 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 34.0 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 51.0 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 102 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 204 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 48.6 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 102 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 51.0 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 34.0 hours

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 34.0 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 10.2 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 14.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 15.7 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 25.5 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.6 hours
  • Blender (500W): 2.0 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 24.3 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 1.3 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 10.2 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 48.6 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 24.3 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 34.0 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 8.5 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 2.3 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 48.6 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 102 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 25.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 51.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 15.7 hours

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 2.0 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 204 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 2.3 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 51.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 102 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 28.3 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 85.0 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 10.2 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 3.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 51.0 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 48.6 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 8.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 15.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 34.0 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 1.3 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 48.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 15.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 34.0 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 10.2 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 8.5 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 8.5 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 6.8 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 48.6 hours
  • Blender (500W): 2.0 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 51.0 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 48.6 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 34.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 102 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 15.7 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 25.5 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 48.6 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 10.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 15.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 51.0 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 34.0 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 34.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 15.7 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 8.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 51.0 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 48.6 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 48.6 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 28.3 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 34.0 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 10.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 51.0 hours

Job Sites runtime estimates

  • Circular Saw (1800W): 0.6 hours
  • Corded Drill (700W): 1.5 hours
  • Air Compressor (1000W): 2.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 15.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 51.0 hours

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 51.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 102 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 25.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 15.7 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 48.6 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 6.8 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 5.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 10.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 15.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 51.0 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 48.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 15.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 10.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 34.0 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.6 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 48.6 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 34.0 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 8.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 15.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 51.0 hours

Pros

  • Strong Noise Level: None
  • Strong Ac Wave Quality: Pure Sine Wave
  • Strong Expandable Capacity: Yes
  • Strong Pass Through Charging: Yes

Cons

  • Low Energy Density Wh Per Kg: 25.7
  • Low Ac Charge Speed: 1080
  • Low Warranty: 1
  • Low Fast Charging: No
  • Low Ups Functionality: No

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Technical Score Breakdown

Price76.2
Battery62.8
Physical45.6
Warranty25
AC Power70.4
Advanced Features50
Charging35.7
Connectivity0

Capacity Position

Goal Zero Yeti 1250
90 Wh1,200 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Battery
Extra Battery Capacity
100
Max Extra Batteries
1
Battery Lifespan Cycles
—
Battery Capacity Wh
1200
Expandable Capacity
Yes
Price
Bundle Price
$999.95
Price Description
Legacy product, no longer available. Last listed at $999.95.
Base Price
999.95
Cost Per Wh
0.83
Product Info
Model Name
Yeti 1250
Product Url
https://goalzero.com/products/goal-zero-yeti-1250-portable-power-station
Brand
Goal Zero
Physical
Dimensions
27.9 x 40.6 x 36.8 cm
Operating Temp
0-40 C
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
25.7
Noise Level
—
Portable
No
Weight
46.7
AC Power
Ac Output Amps
10A max
Ac Power Continuous
1200
Ac Power Surge
1500
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
DC Power
Dc Output
12V car port (10A, 120W max); 6mm port 12V 6A 72W max; 12V High Power Port 33A 400W max
Charging
Solar Connector Type
8mm / High Power Port
Solar Panel Compatibility
Goal Zero Boulder panels
Charger Type
MPPT charge controller
Max Solar Panels
2
Max Solar Input
320
Ac Charge Speed
1080
Fast Charging
No
Pass Through Charging
Yes
Smart Charging
No
Advanced Features
Parallel Expansion
Yes
Ups Functionality
No
Warranty
Warranty
1
Connectivity
Wireless Charging
No
App Control
No
Bluetooth
No
Wifi Connectivity
No

Competitor Comparison

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

Spec
Goal Zero Yeti 1250
This model
Goal Zero Yeti 1250
35.1 / C
EcoFlow Delta 3
EcoFlow
EcoFlow Delta 3
78.3 / A+
OUPES Mega 1
OUPES
OUPES Mega 1
77.4 / A
EcoFlow DELTA 3 1500
EcoFlow
EcoFlow DELTA 3 1500
76.2 / A
Overall score35.178.377.476.2
Capacity1,200 Wh1,024 Wh1,024 Wh1,536 Wh
AC output1,200 W1,800 W2,000 W1,800 W
Weight46.7 kg · 103 lbs12.5 kg · 27.6 lbs12.6 kg · 27.8 lbs16.5 kg · 36.4 lbs
Battery cycles—4,0003,5003,000
UPS switch time—10 ms20 ms15 ms
Max solar input320 W500 W800 W500 W
Price$1,000$699$699$1,099
Cost per Wh$0.83/Wh$0.68/Wh$0.68/Wh$0.72/Wh

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