A little over a year ago, we reviewed the DJI Power 1000 portable power station, calling it an excellent first entry into this very competitive market space from a company best known for making camera drones. Now, the brand is back with a larger model that delivers more storage capacity and an impressive array of ports. In fact, in terms of number and type, the new DJI Power 2000 may have the best line-up of ports of any power station on the market today, making it easy to recommend for anyone who needs a reliable charging solution on the go.
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Battery and Charging Specs
As you would expect, the larger Power 2000 device comes with a bigger battery compared to its predecessor. This unit features a 2,048Wh power cell, which is double the size of last year’s model. It can also output up to 3,000W, allowing it to power more devices, including some that require a higher capacity, like a microwave, air conditioner, or a hair dryer.
One of the few drawbacks of having a larger battery is that it usually takes longer to recharge. But thanks to some impressive technical wizardry, DJI managed to include truly impressive fast-charging capabilities in the power station. According to the company, the device can fully recharge from an AC wall outlet in under 90 minutes, which proved true in our testing. The Power 2000 shipped to us with a 20% charge, but when plugged in for initial charging, it was fully topped off in less than an hour.
Those same fast-charging capabilities apply to other methods of recharging the Power 2000’s battery, too. For instance, DJI sells a 1kW fast-charger for use in a vehicle that can replenish the battery in 145 minutes. That’s perfect for when you’re driving from one campsite to the next or en route to a worksite. Additionally, owners can connect two solar panels for recharging in the field. The new power station even sees a boost in that department, with a 12% faster charge time compared to the Power 1000.
To add some context to all of these specs, the 2,048Wh battery is enough to recharge most smartphones more than 100 times or a laptop as many as 18 times. It’ll run a mini-fridge for up to 38 hours or a coffee machine for nearly two hours. In other words, depending on your usage, it is enough capacity for use at the campsite for several days without recharging the power station itself. It also works well for content creators working in the field and can serve as a home back-up solution. DJI is even prepping expansion batteries for the Power 2000 that can expand the capacity by a factor of ten. While that won’t be practical for portable use, it does provide interesting possibilities for use at home or potentially even an RV.
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All the Ports You Need
If you’ve ever read any of our other power station reviews, you’ve probably seen us lament the fact that most units are almost always missing a port or two. In recent years, that’s usually because a device is lacking in USB-C ports, which have quickly become the industry standard for charging just about everything. That isn’t the case with the DJI Power 2000, which offers the best selection of charging ports we’ve seen in a device of this size.
The Power 2000 includes four 120V AC outlets, including one high-capacity 30A port for demanding appliances like a portable air conditioner. It also comes with four standard USB-A ports and four additional USB-C ports—two that offer 160W output and two rated for 65W. This being DJI, the power station also has two dedicated SDC ports for charging drones, something that definitely appeals to the company’s core audience.
All of these ports add versatility to the device, making it easy to keep a wide variety of gadgets and appliances running wherever you need them. So much so, that for once we’re not asking for additional ports of any kind. Sure, this model lacks the 12V “vehicle” port that many other models offer, but for us, that has always been the least useful charging option anyway. During our testing, it wasn’t missed at all.
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Other Stand Out Features
In addition to adding ports, battery capacity, and increased power output, the DJI Power 2000 includes several other noteworthy features. For instance, the unit can be used as an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to keep important devices and appliances running in the event of an unexpected electrical outage. Should such an outage occur, the power station can automatically start providing electricity in as little as .01 seconds, ensuring mission-critical items—like computers or internet networking equipment—continue operating without missing a beat.
DJI also went to great lengths to ensure the Power 2000 is durable and safe. In addition to its rugged outer shell, which provides plenty of protection while outdoors, the unit has a battery management system circuit board built to resist environmental elements like dust and moisture. The power station is also made from flame-retardant materials to prevent fires and has 21 fuses to detect and protect against other anomalies.
Additionally, the power station is one of the quietest we’ve ever tested, even when recharging multiple devices. It comes with a bright, easy-to-understand LCD screen for monitoring power in and out and current battery levels, something that can also be done remotely using the DJI app. Furthermore, the device’s lithium batteries are good for approximately 4,000 charge cycles, giving the Power 2000 a lifespan of ten years with daily use.
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A Serious Contender
With everything that DJI has brought to the table, the Power 2000 is the complete package when it comes to portable power stations. The combination of capacity, power output, and charging ports makes it easy to recommend to anyone currently in the market for this kind of device. Add in impressive fast-charging capabilities, remote monitoring and control via smartphone, the ability to use it as a UPS, and the option to dramatically expand storage with add-on batteries, and you get a complete power solution for any need.
If we had to dock this power station any points, it might be due to its weight and a lack of charging cables. The unit weighs in at a shade over 48 pounds, which isn’t particularly heavy for this category, but is worth noting. We also would have liked to have seen a 12V vehicle charging cable included in the box to go along with the 120V AC cable that is included. We understand that DJI wants to upsell us on its high-capacity vehicle charging solution, but most competitors do include the 12V cable in the box. But other than those very minor nitpicks, there isn’t much to complain about here.
As already noted, if you’re in the market for a portable power station at the moment, this model should be at the top of your shopping list. You’ll be hard-pressed to find anything else that offers similar specs along with so many truly useful charging ports. And priced at $1,299, it is safe to say the DJI Power 2000 delivers a lot of bang for the buck for outdoor enthusiasts, content creators, and use around the home. We’re excited to see where the DJI ecosystem goes next.
For more information, visit the DJI website.
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