Can the DJI Power 500 Run a Dishwasher?
Updated 2026-10-17 · No
No. A dishwasher draws about 1500W, more than the DJI Power 500’s 1000W continuous AC output. The inverter will overload and shut off as soon as it switches on.
The numbers
| Battery capacity | 512Wh (LFP) |
|---|---|
| Usable energy | 435Wh (85% via AC outlets) |
| Continuous AC output | 1000W |
| Surge rating | Not published |
| Dishwasher running watts | 1500W |
| Startup watts | 1800W |
| Average draw | 750W |
| Estimated runtime | Won’t run |
| Energy per day of typical use | 1.1 kWh |
Station specs: source, checked 2026-10-17. See how we calculate runtime.
Adjust the numbers
Check the label on your dishwasher and enter its real wattage.
Recharging with solar
The DJI Power 500 accepts up to 300W of solar input. In real conditions that harvests about 1.1 kWh on a sunny day (5 peak-sun hours), or about 750Wh with one 200W panel.
Tips
- A dishwasher heats water in bursts during a 1.5–2 hour cycle, using about 1–1.5 kWh. Skip the heated dry to save energy.
- The DJI Power 500 uses LiFePO4 (LFP) cells, rated for thousands of cycles, so running it down daily won’t wear it out quickly.
Other power stations running a dishwasher
| Power station | Capacity | Output | Runtime | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackery Explorer 300 Plus | 288Wh | 300W | Won’t run | No |
| Goal Zero Yeti 500X | 505Wh | 300W | Won’t run | No |
| EcoFlow River 2 Max | 512Wh | 500W | Won’t run | No |
| Anker 535 PowerHouse | 512Wh | 500W | Won’t run | No |
| Jackery Explorer 500 | 518Wh | 500W | Won’t run | No |
| EcoFlow River 2 Pro | 768Wh | 800W | Won’t run | No |
| Anker SOLIX C800 Plus | 768Wh | 1200W | Won’t run | No |
| Bluetti AC70 | 768Wh | 1000W | Won’t run | No |
FAQ
How long does the DJI Power 500 take to recharge with solar?
With its maximum 300W of solar input it refills in about 2.3 hours of strong sun. With a single 200W panel, expect about 3.4 hours of full sun.
Which power station can run a dishwasher?
The EcoFlow Delta 2 (1024Wh, 1800W output) can, for about 1.2 hours. See the comparison table below for more options.