New DJI Power 1000 Mini packs big energy

DJI’s newest product isn’t a drone, but drone pilots may want one anyway. The DJI Power 1000 Mini is a new portable power station designed to keep batteries, cameras, laptops, and field gear running when wall outlets are nowhere in sight. For drone operators who spend long days shooting outdoors, inspecting job sites, or traveling between locations, that could make this one of DJI’s most practical launches of the year.

Priced at $467, the Power 1000 Mini enters the growing portable energy market with a familiar DJI angle: mobility, battery know-how, and tools aimed at creators. The company says it is its most portable 1kWh power station so far, coming in at roughly half the size of the larger DJI Power 1000 V2 ($429).

That smaller footprint matters for drone pilots. Packing a drone case, controller, spare props, camera gear, chargers, and personal bags already eats up car space fast. A compact power station that can recharge drone batteries between flights may be easier to justify than a bulkier unit.

The Power 1000 Mini includes a 1008Wh battery, measures 314 x 212 x 216 mm, and weighs 11.5 kg. It can deliver up to 1000W output, with support for select 1200W appliances. Users get two USB-A ports, two AC outlets, and an SDC port for DJI ecosystem accessories.

For drone users, the most interesting feature may be DJI’s fast charging support for select batteries. Using the company’s optional fast charge cable, DJI says certain drone batteries can be topped up quickly. One example: a DJI Air 3S battery can go from 10% to 95% in about 30 minutes. That could be valuable for creators trying to squeeze more flights into golden hour or commercial pilots working through multiple battery cycles in a day.

DJI is also emphasizing recharge speed for the station itself. Plugged into wall power in Fast Recharge Mode, the Power 1000 Mini can hit 80% in 58 minutes and 100% in 75 minutes, according to the company. It also supports car charging and solar charging, making it more flexible for road trips or remote work.

A built-in 400W car charger can refill the unit while driving when paired with an optional cable. That means drone pilots could charge the station between locations, then use that stored energy later to refill aircraft batteries on-site. DJI also built in a 400W MPPT module for direct solar panel connections, removing the need for extra adapters.

Another convenient touch is the built-in 100W retractable USB-C cable. It sounds simple, but anyone who has untangled cables in a backpack before sunrise can appreciate the idea. Phones, tablets, controllers, and laptops can all benefit.

Beyond field use, DJI says the unit can serve as a home backup battery. It includes UPS functionality, meaning connected devices can keep running during a power outage, with switchover claimed in 0.01 seconds. That could help keep routers, computers, or storage systems online during short blackouts.

DJI is also leaning heavily into safety and longevity. The Power 1000 Mini uses LFP battery cells, a chemistry known for durability and thermal stability. DJI says the battery can retain around 80% capacity after 4,000 charge cycles, translating to as much as 10 years of theoretical daily use. The company also says the unit includes flame-retardant materials, real-time temperature monitoring, and weather-resistance measures for rain, condensation, and salt spray exposure.

For creators, campers, and homeowners, those specs matter. But for drone pilots, the appeal is especially clear: fewer dead batteries, more flights, and less hunting for outlets.

DJI Power 1000 Mini is not retailing in the US through official channels yet, but global users can use the following discount codes on the DJI Store:

• United Kingdom: DJIPOWER1000
• France/Germany/Italy: NEWPOWERMINI
• Spain: NEWPOWER1000
• Canada: DJIPOWERCA02

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