Goal Zero
Goal Zero Yeti 500
$499.95
$1.0019/Wh — price per watt-hour
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Price updated April 5, 2026
| Capacity | 499 Wh |
| AC Output | 350 W |
| Surge Power | — |
| Battery Type | LiFePO4 |
| Weight | — |
| Charge Time | — |
| Warranty | — |
| Price per Wh | $1.0019/Wh |
| Amazon Rating | ★ 4.4 (1,608 reviews) |
At $1.0019/Wh, the Goal Zero Yeti 500 is average value — consider larger capacity models for better $/Wh. The key question is whether this capacity fits your actual needs. A station you rarely use is wasted money regardless of $/Wh — use our runtime calculator to verify it covers your devices.
With 499Wh of storage, this station can run a laptop for approximately 6.5 hours, keep a mini-fridge running for 5.3 hours, or charge a smartphone around 28 times. Actual runtime depends on the efficiency of your specific devices and the ambient temperature.
The LiFePO4 battery chemistry is LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate), which lasts 2,000-4,000 cycles - roughly 10-20 years with regular use. For most buyers planning regular use (weekly or more), this is an important consideration — see our full LiFePO4 vs Li-ion comparison.
Bottom line: If you need 499Wh of portable power and the current price of $499.95 fits your budget, this is a solid choice. Check the price history chart above to confirm you are buying at or near the historical low.
With 350W of AC output and 499Wh capacity, it can run most household appliances under 350W. Common uses: laptop (6.5h), LED lights (24h+), WiFi router (12h+), mini fridge (5.3h), CPAP machine (14.1h). It cannot run high-wattage appliances like electric ovens, space heaters, or central AC.
Charge time is typically 1-3 hours from a wall outlet. You can also recharge via solar panels or your car's 12V outlet, though these methods are slower than wall charging.
this is above average - consider a larger capacity model for better $/Wh. The average price per Wh across all stations we track is around $0.55/Wh. Use our best $/Wh rankings to compare with all available options.