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1,500 Wh Power Stations

By Hicham M. · Specs as of September 2026 · How we calculate

4 models in our database have between 1,505 Wh and 1,536 Wh of battery, from Jackery and Goal Zero. 3 are still on sale. They weigh 32 lb to 52.8 lb and put out 1,800 W to 2,000 W of continuous AC power.

Models43 on sale
Median battery1,526 Wh1,505 Wh–1,536 Wh
Median weight42.1 lbmedian 36.5 Wh/lb
Median output2,000 W0 with 240 V

What a 1,500 Wh power station runs

Nonstop runtime for one device at a time across the 4 models in this class, at 85% inverter efficiency. “Models that can run it” counts those whose output and surge cover the device, including a few that don’t publish a surge rating and may not start a motor.

Runtime range by device for 1,500 Wh power stations
DeviceAvg drawModels that can run itRuntime range
Refrigerator 58 W 4 of 4 22 hours to 23 hours
Chest freezer 29 W 4 of 4 44 hours to 45 hours
CPAP 30 W 4 of 4 43 hours to 44 hours
Sump pump 210 W 4 of 4 6.1 hours to 6.2 hours
Window AC 225 W 4 of 4 5.7 hours to 5.8 hours
Microwave 1,500 W 4 of 4 51 min
Space heater 750 W 4 of 4 1.7 hours

Every 1,500 Wh model we track

1,500 Wh power stations: specs and fridge runtime
Model Battery Output Surge Solar in Weight Wh/lb Runs a fridge
Goal Zero Yeti 1500 1,505 Wh 2,000 W 3,600 W 900 W 52.8 lb 28.5 22 hours
Goal Zero Yeti 1500X Older Expandable 1,516 Wh 2,000 W 3,500 W 600 W 45.6 lb 33.2 22 hours
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra 1,536 Wh 1,800 W 3,600 W 800 W 38.6 lb 39.8 23 hours
Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 1,536 Wh 2,000 W 4,000 W 400 W 32 lb 48 23 hours

“Runs a fridge” is nonstop runtime for a typical ENERGY STAR full-size fridge averaging 58 W, at 85% inverter efficiency. Specs from each maker’s published documents, as of September 2026.

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Leaders in this class

Spec-sheet leaders only. A model that leads on one line can trail on another, so check what matters for your use.

Comparisons in this class

Questions

How long does a 1,500 Wh power station run a fridge?
Between about 22 hours and 23 hours nonstop for a typical ENERGY STAR full-size fridge (58 W average), depending on the model. 4 of the 4 models here can start one. See the fridge page for older and larger fridges.
What can’t a 1,500 Wh power station run?
The table above shows which ones, and the runtime calculator checks any device against any model.
Is 1,500 Wh the right size for me?
Battery size decides how long, and output decides what. List your own devices in the size finder to see which class you actually need, with a safety margin for battery aging and cold weather.

Other sizes and brands

Calculators

Runtime calculator

How long will your power station run a fridge, CPAP, sump pump or anything else? Checks surge too.

What size do I need?

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Real-world runtime simulator

Spec-sheet math vs a simulation that adds inverter idle draw and cold weather. Simulated, not tested.

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Compare models

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