Goal Zero Yeti 500
Goal Zero

Goal Zero Yeti 500

62.0/100
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#100 of 194 overall
#5 in Goal Zero
$499.95$1/Wh
Under $1,000
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Amazon DEBest Price
Prices in EUR
€395
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Walmart
Walmart
$500
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Goal Zero Store
$500

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Performance Matrix

Battery
499.2Wh
AC Output
500W
Solar Input
200W
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)0.8 hours
Fish Finder (5W)84.9 hours
Space Heater (750W)· 60% duty0.9 hours
Phone Charger (20W)21.2 hours
LED Lantern (10W)42.4 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.

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 0.8 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 84.9 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.2 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.4 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.2 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.4 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.6 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 14.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 6.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 10.6 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 84.9 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.2 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.1 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 11.8 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 35.4 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 4.2 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 1.3 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.2 hours

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.2 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.4 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.2 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.2 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.2 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.8 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 2.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.2 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.1 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): 6.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.2 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.8 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.2 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.2 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 10.6 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.2 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 42.4 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.2 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 11.8 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.2 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.1 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.6 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.2 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.1 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.2 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.2 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.1 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.5 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.1 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.8 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 10.1 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.2 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 10.1 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.1 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.9 hours

Pros

  • Strong Portable: Yes
  • Strong Weight: 7.3
  • Strong Battery Lifespan Cycles: 4000
  • Strong Ac Wave Quality: Pure Sine Wave
  • Strong Ac Charge Speed: 84

Cons

  • Low Ac Power Surge: 1000
  • Low Max Solar Input: 200
  • Low Expandable Capacity: No
  • Low Cost Per Wh: 1.00

Not Recommended

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Technical Score Breakdown

Warranty100
Charging85
Connectivity75
Advanced Features50
Physical87
Price82.4
AC Power58.1
Battery35

Capacity Position

Goal Zero Yeti 500
90 Wh499 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Product Info
Product Url
https://goalzero.com/products/yeti-500-portable-power-station-lfp-battery
Model Name
Yeti 500
Brand
Goal Zero
Battery
Max Extra Batteries
0
Battery Capacity Wh
499.2
Battery Lifespan Cycles
4000
Expandable Capacity
No
Physical
Dimensions
28.8 x 19.9 x 19.8 cm
Operating Temp
Charge: 0-52°C (32-125.6°F); Discharge: -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
68.4
Noise Level
45
Portable
Yes
Weight
7.3
AC Power
Ac Output Amps
4.17 A
Ac Power Continuous
500
Ac Power Surge
1000
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
DC Power
Dc Output
USB-A (x2): 18W total; USB-C PD: 100W, 5-20V DC; USB-C QC (x2): 30W each; 12V Aux Port: 162W, 13.5V DC, 12A continuous; 12V 6mm Port: 135W, 13.5V DC, 10A continuous
Charging
Solar Connector Type
8mm
Solar Panel Compatibility
Nomad 50, Nomad 100, Nomad 200, Boulder 50, Boulder 100, Boulder 200
Charger Type
AC (fast and slow), Solar, Car (12V)
Max Solar Input
200
Ac Charge Speed
84
Pass Through Charging
Yes
Fast Charging
Yes
Smart Charging
Yes
Advanced Features
Ups Switch Time
—
Parallel Expansion
No
Ups Functionality
Yes
Price
Bundle Price
674.95
Price Description
From $499.95
Base Price
499.95
Cost Per Wh
1.00
Connectivity
App Control
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Wifi Connectivity
Yes
Wireless Charging
No
Warranty
Warranty
5

Competitor Comparison

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

Spec
Goal Zero Yeti 500
This model
Goal Zero Yeti 500
62.0 / B
EcoFlow RIVER Plus
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
Goal Zero Yeti 400
Goal Zero
Goal Zero Yeti 400
40.8 / C
Overall score62.059.649.240.8
Capacity499 Wh360 Wh497 Wh396 Wh
AC output500 W600 W300 W300 W
Weight7.3 kg · 16.1 lbs5.4 kg · 11.9 lbs5.9 kg · 12.9 lbs13.2 kg · 29.1 lbs
Battery cycles4,000800500500
UPS switch time—30 ms——
Max solar input200 W200 W150 W120 W
Price$500$449$500$450
Cost per Wh$1.00/Wh$1.25/Wh$1.01/Wh$1.14/Wh

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