Is the DJI Power 1000 worth it?

The Power 1000 V2 is worth it if you fly DJI drones and can buy it at around $400 from a seller with a solid return policy. At $399.98 it costs about $0.39 per watt-hour, which undercuts the EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic and Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 (both about $0.49 per watt-hour on their own stores on October 30, 2026), and its SDC port fast-charges DJI drone batteries, which no other brand does. The original Power 1000 at DJI's $699 US list price is not worth it: it has only two AC outlets, no app, a 20 ms UPS switchover and no built-in solar input, and it was out of stock on DJI's US store anyway.

What is the difference between the DJI Power 1000 and the Power 1000 V2?

Both have a 1,024Wh LFP battery in the same 448 x 225 x 230 mm case. According to DJI's spec sheets and FAQ, the V2 adds two more AC outlets on US-standard models (4 instead of 2), recharges fully in 56 minutes instead of about 70, switches to battery in 0.01 seconds in UPS mode instead of 0.02, keeps over 80% capacity after 4,000 cycles instead of over 70%, and adds Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for the DJI Home app. The V2 is also heavier: about 14.2 kg (31.3 lb) against 13 kg (28.7 lb).

Can you buy the DJI Power 1000 V2 in the US?

Not from DJI itself. On October 30, 2026 DJI's US online store had no Power 1000 V2 product page, while the original Power 1000 was listed at $699 and marked out of stock. DJI launched the V2 globally in July 2025, and DroneDJ reported at the time that it was not coming to the US because of customs problems; the FCC then added DJI to its Covered List on December 22, 2025. Third-party sellers still offer the V2 in the US, for example djiusa.com at $399.98, but that site says it is run by Focus Global Digital Limited of Hong Kong and is not owned or operated by DJI.

Does the DJI Power 1000 have a solar input?

Not a built-in one. DJI's FAQ says solar charging on the Power 1000 requires the DJI Power Solar Panel Adapter Module (MPPT), sold separately ($59 list on DJI's US store, out of stock on October 30, 2026). Each module accepts up to 400W, panels must stay below 30V open-circuit voltage, and each XT60 input takes no more than 200W. The V2 can also use the DJI Power 1.8kW Solar/Car Super Fast Charger for up to 1,800W of solar, but that accessory had no page on DJI's US store.

How long does the DJI Power 1000 take to charge?

On wall power, DJI quotes about 70 minutes from 0 to 100% and about 50 minutes to 80% for the original Power 1000, using its 1,200W AC input. The Power 1000 V2 is faster: DJI says 56 minutes to full and 37 minutes to 80%. DJI adds that the original only reaches its full 1,200W charging rate when the battery is at least 60% charged and the room is between 68 and 95 F.

Can the DJI Power 1000 be expanded?

Yes. DJI's Expansion Battery 2000 page says both the Power 1000 and Power 1000 V2 accept up to five expansion batteries, for up to 11,264Wh in total. Each Expansion Battery 2000 holds 2,048Wh, weighs about 16.5 kg (36.4 lb) and was listed at $699 on DJI's US store on October 30, 2026, marked out of stock.

Does the DJI Power 1000 work as a UPS for a CPAP or computer?

Yes, with a caveat on speed. DJI says the original Power 1000 switches to battery within 0.02 seconds (20 ms) and the V2 within 0.01 seconds (10 ms) when it loses grid power with the AC output held on. The 10 ms figure on the V2 matches what EcoFlow quotes for the DELTA 3 Classic and is fast enough for most CPAP machines, routers and desktop PCs. Sensitive equipment that needs a true online UPS is a different category, which we cover in our power station vs. UPS guide.

DJI Power 1000 Review (2026): Original vs. V2, Real US Specs, and Who Actually Sells It

Quick answer

The DJI Power 1000 is a 1,024Wh LFP power station that charges DJI drone batteries faster than anything from Jackery, EcoFlow or Anker. Buy the Power 1000 V2, not the original: according to DJI’s own spec sheets it adds 4 AC outlets on US models (the original has 2), a 56-minute full recharge and a 10 ms UPS switchover. On October 30, 2026 the V2 sold for $399.98 at djiusa.com, about $0.39 per watt-hour, against about $0.49 for the EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic and Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 on their own stores. The catch is where you buy it: DJI’s US store does not list the V2 at all, and its original Power 1000 page showed $699 and out of stock. If you don’t fly DJI drones, a Jackery or EcoFlow with full US retail support is the simpler buy.

Everything below comes from DJI’s published spec sheets and FAQ pages for the Power 1000, Power 1000 V2, Power 2000, Power 500 and Expansion Battery 2000, plus DJI’s US store and djiusa.com, both checked on October 30, 2026. We have not bench-tested a DJI unit, so runtime figures are calculated from DJI’s ratings.

Power 1000 vs. Power 1000 V2: which one is which?

DJI launched the original Power 1000 (model DYM1000L in the US) alongside the Power 500 in April 2024. The Power 1000 V2 (DYM1000V2L) followed globally in July 2025. Both use the same 448 x 225 x 230 mm case (17.6 x 8.9 x 9.1 in) and the same 1,024Wh battery, so most listings look identical. The differences sit in the spec sheet:

Spec (US 120V model)	DJI Power 1000 (original)	DJI Power 1000 V2
Battery	1,024Wh LFP	1,024Wh LFP
Continuous AC output	2,200W (2,600W for 30 s, 4,400W peak)	20A max current, about 2,400W at 120V (DJI markets 2,600W)
AC outlets	2	4 on US, CN and JP models
USB ports	2x USB-C 140W, 2x USB-A 24W	2x USB-C 140W, 2x USB-A 24W
AC recharge	1,200W; about 70 min to 100%, 50 min to 80%	13A input; 56 min to 100%, 37 min to 80%
UPS switchover	0.02 s (20 ms)	0.01 s (10 ms)
Cycle rating	Over 70% capacity after 4,000 cycles	Over 80% capacity after 4,000 cycles
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth app	None listed	Built in (DJI Home app)
Noise (DJI figure)	About 23 dB at 1 m in 600W charge mode	26 dB
Expansion	Up to 5x Expansion Battery 2000 (11,264Wh)	Up to 5x Expansion Battery 2000 (11,264Wh)
Max operating altitude	3,000 m	5,000 m
Weight	About 13 kg (28.7 lb)	About 14.2 kg (31.3 lb)
Warranty (DJI FAQ)	5 years	5 years

One number needs context. DJI’s V2 product page advertises 2,600W of stable output, but the spec sheet for the 100-120V model lists only a 20A maximum current. At 120V that works out to about 2,400W. The 2,600W figure fits the 220-240V model (10.9A at 240V). For US buyers, plan around 2,400W, which is still more than the 1,800W of an EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic or the 1,500W of a Jackery Explorer 1000 v2.

Can you still buy a DJI Power 1000 in the US?

This is the part most DJI Power 1000 reviews skip. When DJI launched the V2 in July 2025, DroneDJ reported that it would not be sold in the US, pointing to the customs problems that also kept the Mavic 4 Pro out. On December 22, 2025 the FCC added DJI to its Covered List, which blocks new FCC equipment authorizations. When DJI launched the smaller Power 1000 Mini in April 2026, a DJI spokesperson told The Verge that US authorization was “still pending.”

Here is what US storefronts showed on October 30, 2026:

Model	DJI US store (store.dji.com)	djiusa.com (third-party reseller)	Price per Wh
Power 1000 (original)	$699, out of stock	Not listed	$0.68
Power 1000 V2	No product page	$399.98 (compare-at $699), in stock	$0.39
Power 2000 (2,048Wh)	$1,299, out of stock	$1,299, in stock	$0.63
Power 500 (512Wh)	$299, in stock	Not listed	$0.58
Expansion Battery 2000	$699, out of stock	Not listed	$0.34

The $399.98 V2 price is real, but read the seller’s fine print. djiusa.com’s terms say the site is run by Focus Global Digital Limited, registered in Hong Kong, which describes itself as an authorized DJI reseller with US fulfillment in California and New Jersey and states that the site “is not owned or operated by SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd.” Its refund policy covers 30 days. After that it sends you to the manufacturer for warranty support. DJI’s FAQ promises a 5-year warranty on both Power 1000 versions, but DJI doesn’t sell the V2 in the US itself. Before you pay, ask DJI support whether a US-delivered V2 is covered, and keep the receipt. Amazon also has V2 listings, but check whether the seller is DJI or a third party before you order.

DJI Power 1000 V2 (1,024Wh)

Best for DJI drone pilots · $399.98 at djiusa.com (Oct 30, 2026) · 1,024Wh LFP · about 2,400W on 120V · 4 AC · 31.3 lb

Lowest price per watt-hour of any 1kWh LFP unit we tracked on October 30, 2026: about $0.39.
SDC port fast-charges Mavic 3, Air 3, Inspire 3, Matrice 30 and Matrice 4 batteries. DroneDJ reported 10-95% in about 30 minutes.
56-minute full recharge, 10 ms UPS switchover and expansion to 11,264Wh, according to DJI.
No DJI US store listing, so check the seller's return policy and warranty route first.

Solar charging: the adapter you have to buy

Unlike the Jackery, EcoFlow and Anker SOLIX units we review, neither Power 1000 version has a built-in solar charge controller. Solar goes in through DJI’s proprietary SDC port, so you need an add-on:

DJI Power Solar Panel Adapter Module (MPPT): $59 list on DJI’s US store (out of stock on October 30, 2026). DJI’s FAQ caps it at 400W per module, requires panels under 30V open-circuit voltage, and allows no more than 200W per XT60 input. DJI says the original Power 1000 can run two modules at once.
DJI Power 1.8kW Solar/Car Super Fast Charger (V2 only): up to 1,800W of solar, or 1,200W of solar plus 600W from a car alternator, according to the V2 FAQ. It had no page on DJI’s US store.
DJI Power 1kW Super Fast Car Charger: up to 1,000W from the vehicle’s alternator. It was $299 on DJI’s US store (out of stock) and on djiusa.com.

If you plan to run on solar from day one, add $59 for the cheapest adapter. That still leaves the V2 cheaper than its rivals at djiusa.com’s price, but it wipes out the original Power 1000’s case completely. Third-party panels work through the MPPT module as long as you convert them to XT60 and stay inside DJI’s voltage limits. Our best foldable solar panel guide lists open-circuit voltages for each panel.

What a 1,024Wh DJI Power 1000 actually runs

DJI rates both versions at 1,024Wh. Allow about 15% for inverter losses and you get about 870Wh of usable AC power. Using that figure:

Load	Typical draw	Estimated runtime on one charge
Full-size fridge (400-600 kWh/yr EnergyGuide label)	About 46-68W average	About 13-19 hours
Wi-Fi router + modem	About 20W	About 43 hours
Laptop over 140W USB-C (heavy load)	About 100W	About 9 hours
Electric kettle or 1,500W space heater	1,500W	About 35 minutes
Mavic 3 or Air 3 flight batteries via SDC	DJI fast-charge cable	Several sets per charge (the SDC path skips the AC inverter)

For sizing beyond these examples, use our what size power station do I need calculator guide. If backup during outages is the main job, the 10 ms UPS switchover on the V2 is the spec to care about; see our best power station for CPAP picks and the power station vs. UPS explainer.

DJI Power 1000 V2 vs. EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic vs. Jackery Explorer 1000 v2

These are the 1kWh LFP units most shoppers weigh against the DJI. Prices are from each brand’s own store on October 30, 2026 (djiusa.com for the DJI).

Spec	DJI Power 1000 V2	EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic	Jackery Explorer 1000 v2
Battery	1,024Wh LFP	1,024Wh LFP	1,070Wh LFP
Continuous AC (120V)	About 2,400W	1,800W	1,500W
Built-in solar input	No (adapter required)	Yes (one of 4 charging methods)	Yes
Auto-switch (UPS)	10 ms	10 ms	Not quoted on Jackery's store page
Weight	31.3 lb	Not listed on EcoFlow's store page	23.8 lb
Drone battery fast charging	Yes (DJI SDC cables)	No	No
Sold by the brand in the US	No	Yes	Yes
Price (Oct 30, 2026)	$399.98	$499 (compare-at $599)	$519-559
Price per Wh	$0.39	$0.49	$0.49-0.52

On paper the V2 wins on output and price. It loses on weight (7.5 lb heavier than the Jackery), on solar (you pay extra and plug into a proprietary port), and on buying security, because EcoFlow and Jackery sell, ship and service their units directly in the US.

What we like

Drone charging no rival matches. The SDC port and DJI’s fast-charge cables are the reason this product exists. If you fly a Mavic 3, Air 3 or Matrice, nothing from Jackery or EcoFlow comes close.
Real output. The original sustains 2,200W continuously until the battery runs out, according to DJI’s lab notes, and the V2 pushes about 2,400W on 120V. That covers microwaves, kettles and most power tools.
Quiet charging. DJI measured about 23 dB at 1 m for the original in its 600W standard charge mode, and quotes 26 dB for the V2.
Serious expansion. Up to five 2,048Wh Expansion Battery 2000 packs take either version to 11,264Wh. At $699 list, each pack costs about $0.34 per watt-hour.
Fast USB-C. Two 140W USB-C PD 3.1 ports charge a 16-inch MacBook Pro at full speed with an EPR cable.

Where it falls short

No built-in solar input. Every solar setup needs DJI’s $59 MPPT module or a pricier charger, and the MPPT module tops out at 400W.
The original has only two AC outlets and no app, which is thin for a $699 list price.
Heavy for its capacity. At 31.3 lb, the V2 weighs more than the 1,070Wh Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 (23.8 lb).
US availability is a mess. The V2 isn’t on DJI’s US store, the original and the expansion battery were out of stock there, and newer DJI models like the Power 1000 Mini are waiting on US authorization.
Proprietary accessories. Car charging, solar and drone charging all run through DJI’s SDC cables, so you’re buying into one company’s ecosystem.

Better-value alternatives if you don’t fly DJI

EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic (1,024Wh)

Best all-round alternative · $499 at us.ecoflow.com (Oct 30, 2026) · 1,024Wh LiFePO4 · 1,800W AC

Same capacity as the DJI with a built-in solar controller, so no adapter to buy.
10 ms auto-switch and 0-80% on AC in 45 minutes, according to EcoFlow.
Sold and serviced by EcoFlow in the US. See our EcoFlow lineup guide.

Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 (1,070Wh)

Lightest 1kWh pick · $519-559 at jackery.com (Oct 30, 2026) · 1,070Wh LiFePO4 · 1,500W AC · 23.8 lb

7.5 lb lighter than the DJI Power 1000 V2 with 46Wh more capacity.
4,000 cycles and a 5-year warranty when bought at jackery.com.
Full details in our Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 review.

Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 (1,024Wh)

Closest match on output · 1,024Wh LiFePO4 · 2,000W AC / 3,000W peak · 49-minute recharge

The nearest rival to the DJI V2 on output and recharge speed, with a built-in 600W solar input.
4,000+ rated cycles, up from 3,000 on the original C1000.
Prices and test notes in our Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 review.

DJI Power 1000 (original)

Only at a steep discount · $699 list on DJI's US store, out of stock (Oct 30, 2026) · 1,024Wh LFP · 2,200W AC · 2 AC outlets

Same drone charging and capacity as the V2, but only two AC outlets and no app.
Worth it only well below the V2's price, from a seller that handles returns.
Compare it with the rest of the 1kWh class in our best portable power station guide.

The rest of the DJI Power lineup

DJI Power 500 (512Wh): 1,000W continuous AC, 540W AC charging, 100W USB-C input, 16.1 lb. It’s the one DJI power station in stock on DJI’s US store on October 30, 2026, at $299 ($0.58 per watt-hour). That’s pricier per watt-hour than a 1kWh unit, and it has a 240W SDC Lite port rather than the full SDC port of the 1000-class models.
DJI Power 2000 (2,048Wh): 3,000W output (25A at 120V), 80% in 55 minutes on AC according to DJI, up to ten expansion batteries for 22,528Wh, and 48.5 lb. $1,299 on both storefronts we checked (out of stock on DJI’s).
DJI Power 1000 Mini (1,024Wh): launched April 2026 at €579 / £449. The Verge measured it at about 14.3 liters, the smallest 1kWh unit in its comparison, with 800W continuous AC. US authorization was still pending per DJI.

Who should buy a DJI Power 1000

Buy the Power 1000 V2 if you fly DJI drones, you can get it near $400, and the seller’s return policy and warranty route are clear. Nothing else charges Mavic, Air or Matrice batteries as fast in the field, and on price per watt-hour it beats the big US brands. Skip the original Power 1000 at anything near its $699 list price. If you don’t fly DJI, buy the EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic or Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 instead. You get a built-in solar input, a direct US warranty and a store that actually has stock. RV owners can find more options in our best RV power station roundup.

The bottom line

The DJI Power 1000 V2 is the best 1kWh power station for drone pilots and, at $399.98, one of the cheapest per watt-hour on sale in the US on October 30, 2026. It is also a product DJI doesn’t sell in the US itself, with solar charging that costs extra and runs through a proprietary port. Drone owners should buy it from a seller with a clear return policy. Everyone else will be better served by EcoFlow or Jackery.