Goal Zero Yeti 400
Goal Zero

Goal Zero Yeti 400

40.8/100
C
#171 of 194 overall
#14 in Goal Zero
$449.95$1.14/Wh
Under $500

Performance Matrix

Battery
396Wh
AC Output
300W
Solar Input
120W
Weight
13.2 kg· 29.1 lbs
Cycles
500
UPS
—

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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Photography & Video

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Camera Battery Charger (30W)11.2 hours
LED Light Panel (100W)3.4 hours
Drone Charger (70W)4.8 hours
Laptop (65W)5.2 hours
27" Monitor (40W)8.4 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.

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 11.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 3.4 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 4.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.2 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 8.4 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 16.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 33.7 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 8.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 16.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.2 hours

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 0.7 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 67.3 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 16.8 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 33.7 hours

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 16.8 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 33.7 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 8.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.2 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 16.0 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 11.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.2 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 16.8 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 16.0 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 67.3 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 16.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 33.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 16.8 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 11.2 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.2 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 1.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 3.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 16.8 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.7 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 8.0 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.4 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 3.4 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 16.0 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 8.0 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 11.2 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.8 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.7 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 2.8 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.2 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 16.0 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 16.8 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 16.0 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 11.2 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.4 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 5.2 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 8.4 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 11.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 16.8 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 33.7 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 16.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 11.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 3.4 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.8 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 9.3 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 28.0 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 3.4 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 1.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 16.8 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 16.0 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 11.2 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 33.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.2 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 8.4 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 16.0 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 3.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 16.8 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 11.2 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 16.0 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 9.3 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 11.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 3.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 16.8 hours

Job Sites runtime estimates

  • Circular Saw (1800W): 0.2 hours
  • Corded Drill (700W): 0.5 hours
  • Air Compressor (1000W): 0.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 16.8 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 16.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 3.4 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 11.2 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 16.0 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 11.2 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 5.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 16.8 hours

Pros

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

Cons

  • Low Energy Density Wh Per Kg: 30.0
  • Low Battery Lifespan Cycles: 500
  • Low Ac Power Surge: 600
  • Low Max Solar Input: 120
  • Low Warranty: 1

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Job SitesOff-Grid LivingHome Backup

Technical Score Breakdown

Physical80.1
Advanced Features50
Battery42.5
Warranty25
Price79.6
AC Power46.7
Charging42.3
Connectivity0

Capacity Position

Goal Zero Yeti 400
90 Wh396 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Product Info
Product Url
https://goalzero.com/products/goal-zero-yeti-400-portable-power-station
Model Name
Yeti 400
Brand
Goal Zero
Price
Price Description
Sold out
Base Price
449.95
Cost Per Wh
1.14
Physical
Dimensions
26 x 20.3 x 20.3 cm
Operating Temp
0-40°C (32-104°F)
Noise Level
35
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
30.0
Portable
Yes
Weight
13.2
AC Power
Ac Output Amps
2.6 A
Ac Power Continuous
300
Ac Power Surge
600
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
DC Power
Dc Output
USB: 5V, up to 2.1A (10W max); 12V car port: 12V, up to 10A (120W max); 6mm port: 12V, up to 10A (120W max)
Charging
Solar Connector Type
8mm
Solar Panel Compatibility
Nomad 20, Nomad 50, Boulder 50, Boulder 100, Boulder 100 Briefcase, Nomad 100, Boulder 200
Charger Type
AC Wall Charger (72W), Car Charger (30W), Solar (8mm)
Max Solar Input
120
Ac Charge Speed
300
Fast Charging
No
Smart Charging
No
Pass Through Charging
Yes
Battery
Extra Battery Capacity
0
Max Extra Batteries
0
Battery Lifespan Cycles
500
Battery Capacity Wh
396
Expandable Capacity
Yes
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 400
This model
Goal Zero Yeti 400
40.8 / C
Goal Zero Yeti 500
Goal Zero
Goal Zero Yeti 500
62.0 / B
Bluetti AC50B
Bluetti
Bluetti AC50B
61.8 / B
EcoFlow River 2 Max 500
Overall score40.862.061.861.3
Capacity396 Wh499 Wh448 Wh499 Wh
AC output300 W500 W700 W500 W
Weight13.2 kg · 29.1 lbs7.3 kg · 16.1 lbs7.5 kg · 16.5 lbs6.1 kg · 13.4 lbs
Battery cycles5004,0003,0003,000
UPS switch time——20 ms30 ms
Max solar input120 W200 W120 W220 W
Price$450$500$279$299
Cost per Wh$1.14/Wh$1.00/Wh$0.62/Wh$0.60/Wh

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