Take Goal Zero’s Yeti 1500 with you wherever you go.
Camping season is just a couple of months away, and Goal Zero has just announced a new power station for folks who want to spend time off the grid. The sixth-generation Yeti 1500 is available now for $1,499.95 directly from Goal Zero. Robbie Kerback, Goal Zero’s Category Director of Power Systems, said the new Yeti 1500 “delivers a best-in-class experience whether you're outside enjoying nature or dealing with a serious power outage."
A big part of the generator’s appeal is its typical 2,000-watt power output and surge power of up to 3,600 watts. It’s enough energy for you to run power tools and appliances, or charge your laptop and other portable gadgets several times over. It’s equipped with four AC outlets, four USB-C ports, two USB-A ports, and both a high-voltage and low-voltage DC input. Goal Zero says the sixth-generation Yeti 1500 uses a 1,505 Wh lithium iron phosphate battery with a lifespan of 4,000 charge cycles, which the company equates to around 10 years of daily use. 
You can recharge the Yeti 1500 by plugging it into an outlet using an AC cable, connecting it to your car’s cigarette lighter with a 12V cable, or hooking up a 900-watt solar panel. Charging with an AC cable is the fastest and most efficient way to charge the generator, and Goal Zero says you can top up its battery from zero to 80 percent in under an hour. The option to connect a solar panel is attractive if you plan a weeks-long camping trip and won’t have reliable access to electricity, but its effectiveness will depend on the weather. Under ideal conditions, Goal Zero says you should be able to charge the Yeti 1500 in under two hours using solar power.
The Yeti 1500 has an IPX4 rating, meaning it can handle splashes and exposure to the elements. 
Speaking of the elements, the Yeti 1500 has an IPX4 rating, which means it can be splashed with water without being damaged. If you get caught in an unexpected rainstorm, the solar generator should be fine—though we recommend bringing it into a safe, dry place rather than leaving it out overnight. Similarly, Goal Zero says you can use the sixth-generation Yeti 1500 in temperatures between -4 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit, so it’s designed for use in almost any climate. 
Power your appliances for hours.
The latest Yeti 1500 has a color display next to its power button that shows its current battery capacity, the power it's outputting, and the power it's receiving. It’s helpful to have these stats at a glance, so you’ll know when the power generator needs charging and when you need to conserve energy. You can also keep tabs on the Yeti 1500 by pairing it to your devices over Bluetooth and using Goal Zero’s smartphone app. The app also lets you change the power generator’s charging mode to performance, battery saver, or balanced. 
If you’d like to be prepared for summer blackouts or want a solar generator you can keep in your RV for weekend getaways, the sixth-generation Yeti 1500 is a long-lasting, dependable choice. 
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Brandt Ranj is a freelance reporter who has written for Popular Science, Futurism, Rolling Stone, and Business Insider. He primarily covers gadgets, with a focus on audio and video gear. He also specializes in testing countertop and portable appliances. In both cases, he’s dedicated to helping people decide which gear is actually worth getting. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, listening to music, and playing video games.
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