Anker SOLIX C1000X Gen 2 vs Goal Zero Yeti 1000X
Two 1,000 Wh class power stations, number by number. Neither is ranked above the other. Every spec comes from each maker's manual or product page; tap a station for the source.
- Bigger battery: about the same (1,024 Wh vs 997 Wh).
- More AC output: Anker SOLIX C1000X Gen 2, 2,000 W vs 1,500 W.
- Higher surge: Goal Zero Yeti 1000X, 3,500 W vs 2,400 W.
- More solar input: about the same (600 W vs 600 W).
- Higher solar voltage limit: Anker SOLIX C1000X Gen 2, 60 V vs 50 V.
- Lighter: Anker SOLIX C1000X Gen 2, 24.9 lb vs 31.7 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: Anker SOLIX C1000X Gen 2, $700 vs $1,000.
C1000X Gen 2 and Yeti 1000X are the same size class: within 27 Wh of each other. C1000X Gen 2 is the lightest at 24.9 lb. C1000X Gen 2 and Yeti 1000X take the most solar at 600 W, so they refill fastest. C1000X Gen 2 is the cheapest at $700.
How long they run common devices
| Device | Anker SOLIX C1000X Gen 2 | Goal Zero Yeti 1000X |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 15 hours | 14 hours |
| CPAP (40 W) | 22 hours | 21 hours |
| Starlink (100 W) | 8.5 hours | 8.5 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 15 hours | 14 hours |
On a full charge, assuming 85% of the battery is usable. Real devices vary; check the label on yours.
Every spec side by side
| Spec |  Anker SOLIX |  Goal Zero |
|---|---|---|
Battery Wh, size | 1,024 Wh fridge about 15 hours | 997 Wh fridge about 14 hours |
AC output W, continuous | 2,000 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear | 1,500 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear |
Surge W, a second or two | 2,400 W motor start-ups | 3,500 W motor start-ups |
Solar input W, max | 600 W full in about 2.5 hours | 600 W full in about 2.5 hours |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | 11 to 60 V 2 panels in series fits | 14 to 50 V 1 panel, or 2 in parallel |
Solar inputs count | 1 input XT60i | 2 inputs High Power Port, 8mm |
Weight lb | 24.9 lb two hands | 31.7 lb two hands |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 41 Wh/lb higher is denser | 31 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $700 0.68 $/Wh | $1,000 1.00 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $0.68 lower is better value | $1.00 lower is better value |
| Buy | $700 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | $1,000 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 |
Which solar panels work with each
Our checker at 20°F, using each maker's voltage and current rules. Tap a verdict for the wiring and cables.
Where to buy
$700 at the Anker SOLIX store, checked Oct 28, 2026
Out of stock at the Goal Zero store when we checked
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