Fit and tradeoffs
Who it's for
- Match the rated capacity and continuous output to devices you already own.
Who it's not for
- High-draw appliances such as a kettle or microwave.
- Backing up a whole house.
Pros
- It can charge from a solar panel, up to 300 W.
Cons
- Continuous output is under 1,500 W.
- The battery cannot take an add-on pack.
Similar size
500–999 Wh, 4 models. This one is highlighted.
| Model | Capacity | Output | Score | List price | Price / Wh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJI Power 500 | 512 Wh | 1,000 W | 8.6 | $299.00 | $0.58 / Wh |
| Goal Zero Yeti 700 | 677 Wh | 600 W | 8.3 | $699.95 | $1.03 / Wh |
| Anker SOLIX C800 Plus | 768 Wh | 1,200 W | 8.5 | A$1,099.00 | A$1.43 / Wh |
| EcoFlow RIVER 2 Pro | 768 Wh | 800 W | 8.7 | $389.00 | $0.51 / Wh |
Score
8.6 / 10, from the four rows below. Each row is scored from 7.0 to 10.
CapacityWeight 35%
8.3
512 Wh
Continuous outputWeight 25%
8.4
1,000 W
WeightWeight 20%
8.8
16.1 lb · 7.3 kg
List priceWeight 20%
9.4
$0.58 / Wh
How to read this: The number compares models on the same specs. It is not a mark of absolute quality. The weights are on How we review.
Battery test
How much battery another site measured, next to the brand's number. Their test may use a different load.
| Source | Usable capacity | Share of rated | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| No published battery test. | |||
Runtime estimates
About how long DJI Power 500 runs common devices. Estimate, not a measurement: rated watt-hours × 85% ÷ the device's watts. Temperature, startup, and conversion loss change the real time.
| Device | Runtime (estimate) |
|---|---|
| Small fan (10 W) | About 43.5 hours |
| Phone fast charge (15 W) | About 29 hours |
| CPAP (40 W) | About 10.9 hours |
| Car fridge (60 W) | About 7.3 hours |
| Laptop (65 W) | About 6.7 hours |
| Electric kettle (1,000 W) | About 0.4 hours |
Full specs
Published by the brand.
| Capacity | 512 Wh |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | Not listed |
| Battery test | No published battery test. |
| Continuous output | 1,000 W |
|---|---|
| Peak output | Not listed |
| Ports | AC outlets x 2, USB-C x 2, USB-A x 2 |
| Expandable | No |
| UPS | Not listed |
| Solar input | 300 W |
|---|---|
| Solar voltage | 12–30V via MPPT module (max 300W total for Power 500) |
| AC input | 540 W |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Weight | 16.1 lb · 7.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 305 × 207 × 177 mm (L×W×H) |
| Noise | 23 dB · DJI Power |
| List price | $299.00 on October 2026 |
Similar models
Goal Zero Yeti 700
677 Wh · 600 W$699.95
Jackery Explorer 300
293 Wh · 300 W$289.00
Anker SOLIX C300
288 Wh · 300 W$429.99When to pick something else
- Phones and lights on a smaller budget: ALLPOWERS VOLIX P300, listed at less than half the price.
- A longer outage or more devices: Anker SOLIX C800 Plus, with more capacity and more output.
Reviews that include this model
Editorial team · Updated November 1, 2026
Specs and the list price are checked against the sources linked on this page. About · How we review · Editorial policy
Specs and the list price are checked against the sources linked on this page. About · How we review · Editorial policy