Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium
Goal Zero

Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium

37.7/100
C
#179 of 194 overall
#15 in Goal Zero
$599.95$1.4/Wh
Under $1,000

Performance Matrix

Battery
428Wh
AC Output
300W
Solar Input
120W
Weight
7.4 kg· 16.3 lbs
Cycles
500
UPS
—

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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Photography & Video

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Camera Battery Charger (30W)12.1 hours
LED Light Panel (100W)3.6 hours
Drone Charger (70W)5.2 hours
Laptop (65W)5.6 hours
27" Monitor (40W)9.1 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.

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 12.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 3.6 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 5.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.6 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 9.1 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 17.3 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 36.4 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 9.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 18.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.6 hours

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 0.7 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 72.8 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 18.2 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 36.4 hours

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 18.2 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 36.4 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 9.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.6 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 17.3 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 72.8 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 17.3 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 36.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 18.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 12.1 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 12.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.6 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.0 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 18.2 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 17.3 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.4 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 1.8 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 3.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.6 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 18.2 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 3.0 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.4 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 17.3 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 18.2 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 10.1 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 30.3 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 3.6 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 1.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 18.2 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 5.6 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 9.1 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 12.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 18.2 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 36.4 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 17.3 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.6 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 12.1 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.5 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 17.3 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 3.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.6 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 18.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 12.1 hours

Job Sites runtime estimates

  • Circular Saw (1800W): 0.2 hours
  • Corded Drill (700W): 0.5 hours
  • Air Compressor (1000W): 0.9 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.6 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 18.2 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 17.3 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 12.1 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 36.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.6 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 9.1 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 17.3 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.6 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 12.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 3.6 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.0 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 17.3 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 10.1 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 12.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 3.6 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 18.2 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.7 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 8.7 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 3.6 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 17.3 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.6 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 3.6 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 12.1 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 17.3 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 12.1 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.6 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 18.2 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 17.3 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 8.7 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 12.1 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.0 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.8 hours

Pros

  • Strong Noise Level: 35
  • Strong Portable: Yes
  • Strong Weight: 7.4
  • Strong Ac Wave Quality: Pure Sine Wave
  • Strong Pass Through Charging: Yes

Cons

  • Low Battery Lifespan Cycles: 500
  • Low Max Solar Input: 120
  • Low Warranty: 2
  • Low Fast Charging: No
  • Low Expandable Capacity: No

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Technical Score Breakdown

Physical89.6
AC Power53.8
Charging40.3
Advanced Features0
Price72.2
Warranty51
Battery17.5
Connectivity0

Capacity Position

Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium
90 Wh428 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Product Info
Product Url
https://goalzero.com/products/goal-zero-yeti-400-lithium-portable-power-station
Model Name
Yeti 400 Lithium
Brand
Goal Zero
Price
Price Description
Legacy product, no longer available. Last listed at $599.95.
Base Price
599.95
Cost Per Wh
1.40
Charging
Max Solar Panels
1
Solar Connector Type
8mm
Solar Panel Compatibility
Goal Zero Boulder and Nomad panels
Charger Type
PWM charge controller
Max Solar Input
120
Ac Charge Speed
420
Fast Charging
No
Pass Through Charging
Yes
Smart Charging
No
Physical
Dimensions
19.0 x 28.6 x 17.7 cm
Operating Temp
0-40 C
Noise Level
35
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
57.8
Portable
Yes
Weight
7.4
AC Power
Ac Output Amps
2.5A max
Ac Power Continuous
300
Ac Power Surge
1200
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
DC Power
Dc Output
12V car port (10A, 120W max); 6mm port 12V 10A 120W max
Battery
Max Extra Batteries
0
Battery Capacity Wh
428
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

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

Spec
Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium
This model
Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium
37.7 / C
Goal Zero Yeti 500
Goal Zero
Goal Zero Yeti 500
62.0 / B
EcoFlow RIVER Plus
EcoFlow
EcoFlow RIVER Plus
59.6 / B-
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
Overall score37.762.059.649.2
Capacity428 Wh499 Wh360 Wh497 Wh
AC output300 W500 W600 W300 W
Weight7.4 kg · 16.3 lbs7.3 kg · 16.1 lbs5.4 kg · 11.9 lbs5.9 kg · 12.9 lbs
Battery cycles5004,000800500
UPS switch time——30 ms—
Max solar input120 W200 W200 W150 W
Price$600$500$449$500
Cost per Wh$1.40/Wh$1.00/Wh$1.25/Wh$1.01/Wh

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