DJI Power 1000 Mini Review: The Compact 1kWh Station That Makes Sense

By Editorial Team | April 2026

The DJI Power 1000 Mini is the right call if you want a 1kWh power station without dragging a brick around. Its best trick is simple: it keeps 1008Wh of capacity while staying light enough to move around properly, and that matters more than extra watts for camping, drone charging and light backup. At £449, it is also priced where the compromise starts to feel fair.

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Our pick: DJI Power 1000 Mini

DJI Power 1000 Mini — £449.00

This is the compact portable power station for people who actually need to carry the thing. The 7.8/10 score is about right: it nails the balance between capacity, recharge speed and portability, even if it is not the strongest unit in the class.

Why it works:

• The 1008Wh LFP battery gives you proper usable capacity without pushing the unit into oversized territory.
• At 11.5kg, it is much easier to lift into a car boot, move around a campsite, or shift between garage and house than bigger 1kWh rivals.
• Fast charging is the point here: DJI claims 0–80% in 58 minutes on AC, plus 400W car charging and 400W MPPT solar input for off-grid top-ups.

The honest trade-off: the 1000W max output and two AC outlets mean this is not for kettles, heaters or anything with a nasty startup surge.

If you want it, buy the DJI Power 1000 Mini.

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Best upgrade: EcoFlow DELTA 2

EcoFlow DELTA 2 — £549

The upgrade buys you more practical output and a better all-round home-backup profile. EcoFlow’s 1024Wh unit is the smarter pick if you care less about carrying it and more about running a wider range of appliances, especially when you want one box that can sit in the house and do real emergency duty.

Worth it if: you want a more capable backup station and can live with extra bulk.

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Best budget pick: EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max

EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max — £319

This saves money by giving you half the battery of the DJI and a lower-power setup, but it still lands the basics: quick recharge, LFP chemistry and enough output for phones, laptops and smaller devices. It is the sensible buy if you do not need a full 1kWh station and just want something lighter, cheaper and easier to justify.

Worth it if: you mainly need backup for devices, short trips or occasional outages, not campsite full-time duty.

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How we chose

For portable power stations, the real questions are boring but decisive: capacity, output, recharge speed, weight and charging flexibility. We used the product specs, the brand’s stated verdict, and current UK pricing plus live market comparisons to check whether the subject product actually earns its position. For the alternatives, we picked real models that are currently available and widely sold.

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Frequently asked questions

What can the DJI Power 1000 Mini actually run? Phones, laptops, cameras, drone batteries and other light electronics are a good fit. It is not built for high-draw appliances like kettles or heaters.

Is £449 good value for a 1kWh power station? Yes, if you care about portability and fast recharge. If you want more output rather than less weight, spend the extra on a bigger station.

How long will it last? DJI says the LFP battery maintains over 80% capacity after 4000 cycles, so longevity is a strong point.

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The DJI Power 1000 Mini does not try to be the strongest portable power station. It tries to be the one you will actually move, charge and use, and that is why it wins.