Portable Power Stations / Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus vs Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen)
Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus vs Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen)
Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus
6,000W and 53.8kWh of expansion — whole-home backup in a box.
Wins overall by 1.9 points
Quick Verdict
A 1.9-point gap makes the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus the straightforward choice here. 6,000W and 53.8kWh of expansion — whole-home backup in a box.
The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus and Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) are both closely matched portable Power Station models, and the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) is $3,299.10 cheaper than the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus ($1,499.95 vs $4,799). On Expandability, the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus leads (10.0 vs 1.0/10) — whether extra battery packs can be added, and how far it scales. On Portability, the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) leads (4.5 vs 2.0/10) — weight and handling relative to capacity. On Capacity, the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus leads (9.5 vs 7.5/10) — usable watt-hours and how long it runs real appliances. Overall, the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus scores 8.3/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 6.4/10 for the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen). Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus | Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4799.00 | $1499.95 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Capacity (Wh) | 3840✓ | 1505 |
| AC Output (W) | 6000✓ | 2000 |
| Surge Output | Not published by the manufacturer | 3600 |
| Battery Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle Life | 3,000+ cycles | 4,000 cycles |
| AC Outlets | 8, including 6x 5-20R, 1x TT-30R and 1x L14-30R 240V | 4 |
| Other Ports | 2x USB-C 100W, 2x USB-A 12W, 1x 12V/10A car socket | 1x USB-C 140W, 1x USB-C 60W, 2x USB-C 30W, 2x USB-A 18W, 12V aux, HPP port |
| Max Solar Input | 3,200 across dual MPPT, 11 to 165V | 900 total — 300W via 8mm plus 600W via the High Power Port |
| AC Recharge Time | Not published; 1,800W AC input implies roughly 145 minutes | 66 |
| Weight (lbs) | 136.7 | 52.75✓ |
| Expandable | Yes — to 53.8kWh across six add-on packs | No |
| UPS Switchover | Yes — 20ms, rising to 30 to 50ms when running from a generator | Yes — under 15ms |
| App Control | Yes | Yes — Wi-Fi and Bluetooth |
| Warranty | 24 months | 24 months |
| Colors | Black | Black and Green |
Category Scores
Capacity
The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus leads clearly here, 9.5 against 7.5 — a 2.0-point margin on usable watt-hours and how long it runs real appliances. If that is what you are buying for, the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Output Power
The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus leads clearly here, 10.0 against 8.5 — a 1.5-point margin on continuous AC output and whether the surge rating is genuine. If that is what you are buying for, the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Recharge Speed
The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus leads clearly here, 8.5 against 8.0 — a 0.5-point margin on how quickly it refills from mains power. If that is what you are buying for, the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Solar Input
The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus leads clearly here, 10.0 against 8.0 — a 2.0-point margin on maximum solar input and how practical off-grid recharging is. If that is what you are buying for, the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Portability
The Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) leads clearly here, 4.5 against 2.0 — a 2.5-point margin on weight and handling relative to capacity. If that is what you are buying for, the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus does not close the gap elsewhere.
Expandability
The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus leads clearly here, 10.0 against 1.0 — a 9.0-point margin on whether extra battery packs can be added, and how far it scales. If that is what you are buying for, the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Features
The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus leads clearly here, 9.0 against 8.0 — a 1.0-point margin on UPS switchover, app control, port variety and extras. If that is what you are buying for, the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus leads clearly here, 7.0 against 5.5 — a 1.5-point margin on capacity and output relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus if…
- • Expandability matters most to you — the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus scores 10.0/10 here (whether extra battery packs can be added, and how far it scales).
- • Capacity matters most to you — the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus scores 9.5/10 here (usable watt-hours and how long it runs real appliances).
- • Solar Input matters most to you — the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus scores 10.0/10 here (maximum solar input and how practical off-grid recharging is).
- • Output Power matters most to you — the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus scores 10.0/10 here (continuous AC output and whether the surge rating is genuine).
Choose the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) if…
- • Portability matters most to you — the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) scores 4.5/10 here (weight and handling relative to capacity).
- • You want to spend less — it's $3,299.10 cheaper.
- • Your main use case is camping.
Pros & Cons
Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus
Pros
- +6,000W continuous is more than most household circuits and covers essentially any appliance
- +53.8kWh of expansion is the largest here — genuine multi-day whole-home capability
- +3,200W of solar input with a very wide 11 to 165V range accepts almost any panel array
- +Eight AC outlets including two 240V options
Cons
- −136.7lb and $4,799 — this is an installed home-backup appliance, not a portable
- −20ms UPS switchover is slower than the 10ms class, and 30 to 50ms on generator power, which is marginal for sensitive equipment
- −Anker publishes no surge rating and no full-recharge figure
- −Only 12W from each USB-A port on a $4,799 product
Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen)
Pros
- +IPX4 rating and an aluminium chassis make it the only station here you would leave out in the weather
- +Four USB-C ports including a 140W
- +900W of combined solar input
- +US-based support, which the Chinese brands cannot match
Cons
- −Roughly twice the cost per watt-hour of the Chinese-brand competition
- −Not expandable at all, unlike rivals at half the price
- −52.75lb
- −You are paying a substantial premium for build quality and support rather than for capacity or output
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FAQs
Is the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus or Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Expandability, the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus or the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen)?+
The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus scores higher on Expandability (10.0/10 vs 1.0/10) — whether extra battery packs can be added, and how far it scales.
Which is better for Portability, the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus or the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen)?+
The Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) scores higher on Portability (4.5/10 vs 2.0/10) — weight and handling relative to capacity.
Which is better for Capacity, the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus or the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen)?+
The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus scores higher on Capacity (9.5/10 vs 7.5/10) — usable watt-hours and how long it runs real appliances.
Which is better for Solar Input, the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus or the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen)?+
The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus scores higher on Solar Input (10.0/10 vs 8.0/10) — maximum solar input and how practical off-grid recharging is.
Is the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus worth the price difference over the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen)?+
The Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) is the cheaper option at $1,499.95 versus $4,799. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Expandability.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus is the better fit if you mainly care about home-backup or off-grid. The Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) is the better fit for camping.
What's the warranty on the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus vs the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen)?+
The Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus ships with a 24-month warranty; the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 (6th Gen) ships with a 24-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
Cheaper Option
Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 — $1499.00
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.