Updated October 21, 2026 · HabitatCue Editorial Team
Goal Zero vs Samduo
Goal Zero
Higher score in this comparison
Samduo
Where Goal Zero and Samduo differ
| Compare | Goal ZeroReviewVisitVisit | SamduoReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $349.95 | €1,999 |
| Largest battery capacity (Wh) | 7,988Higher | 6,028 |
| Highest continuous output (W) | 3,600Higher | 2,600 |
| Cycle life (cycles) | 4,000 | 10,000Higher |
| Highest solar input (W) | 3,000 | 3,600Higher |
| Warranty | 5 years | 10 yearsHigher |
| Markets | US, AU, CA, IL, NZ, PR, ZA, SG | NL, DE, FR, GB |
Same on both: UPS mode (Yes).
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Key differences
- Goal Zero scores higher overall: 9.0 vs 8.6.
- Largest battery capacity (Wh) is higher at Goal Zero: 7,988 vs 6,028.
- Highest continuous output (W) is higher at Goal Zero: 3,600 vs 2,600.
- Cycle life (cycles) is higher at Samduo: 10,000 vs 4,000.
- Highest solar input (W) is higher at Samduo: 3,600 vs 3,000.
- Warranty is higher at Samduo: 10 years vs 5 years.
- Support channels: only Goal Zero offers Phone.
- Founded is lower at Goal Zero: 2009 vs 2024.
- Samduo is available in 2 more countries.
- Products: only Goal Zero offers Power station, Solar generator, Solar panel.
Our verdict on each
Goal Zero
Goal Zero fits buyers who want power stations, solar generators, home batteries and solar panels from one maker, with support by email, phone and help centre and 5 years of cover. Prices start at $349.95, so the case rests on range and cover rather than a low entry price.
Samduo
Samduo suits buyers in the Netherlands and neighbouring markets who want a large home battery with a long warranty in one box. The Samduo range covers home battery and balcony solar at an entry price of €1,999, with capacity reaching 6,028 Wh and a 10 years warranty, the longest in the category.
Score breakdown
| Area | Goal Zero | Samduo |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.9HigherEntry at $349.95 ranks 15 of 27, so cost sits mid-field. | 8.4Entry price of €1,999 against a category median of €262.21, with top capacity of 6,028 Wh. |
| Offer | 8.8Range spans power station, solar generator and home battery and adds UPS mode, so one maker covers portable and fixed storage. | 9.1HigherWarranty of 10 years against a category median of 5, plus cycle life of 10,000 cycles. |
| Trust | 9.4Higher5 years of cover from GOAL ZERO LLC, a named US entity with email, phone and help centre. | 8.0Dutch entity Samduo Energy Technologies B.V. in its home market, with support through email and help centre only. |
Also worth a look
Redodo Power has cycle life (cycles) at 4,000 to 15,000, against 4,000 for Goal Zero and 10,000 for Samduo.
Redodo Power reviewHow they place
| Ranking | Goal Zero | Samduo |
|---|---|---|
| Home batteries and balcony solar | 12 of 57 | 6 of 57 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Goal Zero | Samduo |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Power station, Solar generator, Home battery, Solar panel | Home battery, Balcony solar |
| Battery chemistry | Lifepo4, NmcCovers more | Lifepo4 |
| Legal entity | GOAL ZERO LLC | Samduo Energy Technologies B.V. |
| Headquarters | United States | Netherlands |
| Founded | 2009Lower | 2024 |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centreCovers more | Email, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Goal Zero | Samduo | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largest battery capacity (Wh) | 7,988above the median | 6,028below the median | 7,200 |
| Highest continuous output (W) | 3,600below the median | 2,600lowest quarter | 4,000 |
| Cycle life (cycles) | 4,000below the median | 10,000highest quarter | 6,000 |
| Highest solar input (W) | 3,000at the median | 3,600above the median | 3,000 |
| Warranty | 5 yearsat the median | 10 yearsabove the median | 5 years |
Median across 33 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Goal Zero
Pros
- Cover of 5 years ranks 9 of 19 and matches the 5 median for portable power stations.
- One catalogue for both uses: power station, solar generator and home battery means a portable unit and a home battery can come from the same maker.
- UPS mode is present, so 3,600 W of output can back up a home office rather than only a phone.
Cons
- Goal Zero's power station, solar generator and home battery does not include balcony solar, where ALLPOWERS covers it in power station, solar generator and home battery.
- Delivery runs to US, AU and CA only, so buyers elsewhere have a shorter list of markets to check.
- The 5 year warranty is short of 10 at the top of the home battery and balcony solar ranking.
Samduo
Pros
- Capacity of 6,028 Wh with output of 2,600 W covers whole-home evening loads.
- Warranty of 10 years is the longest among ranked home battery and balcony solar brands.
- The range spans home battery and balcony solar, so battery and balcony solar can be bought from one brand.
Cons
- Support runs on email and help centre only, so there is no phone line for installation questions.
- Entry price of €1,999 is high for this category, and output of 2,600 W sits below the category median of 4,000.
- WattCycle LiFePO4 focuses on home batteries alone, so buyers who also want balcony solar must compare a wider range at ALLPOWERS.
Who each suits
Goal Zero
Who it suits
- People who want one maker for power station, solar generator and home battery instead of mixing a portable unit and a home system.
- Households that need a computer or router to survive an outage, since Goal Zero has UPS mode.
- Buyers in the United States, AU and CA who want phone support and a help centre, not email alone.
Who should look elsewhere
- Balcony solar shoppers: ALLPOWERS lists it in power station, solar generator and home battery, and Goal Zero's power station, solar generator and home battery stops short of that category.
- Anyone who wants only portable power and panels: Jackery's power station, solar generator and solar panel is the leaner list.
- Buyers who prefer a single-product maker: DATOUBOSS works from power station and home battery alone.
Samduo
Who it suits
- Households in the Netherlands, Germany, France and the United Kingdom who want storage sized for evening and night use.
- Buyers who plan to keep a system for many years and weigh the 10 years warranty above all.
- People who already have rooftop solar and want to add a battery that accepts up to 3,600 W of panel input.
Who should look elsewhere
- Shoppers who only want balcony solar, where WattCycle LiFePO4 does not sell at all and ALLPOWERS offers a wider spread.
- Buyers who need phone support, since contact runs through email and help centre.
- Anyone shopping outside the markets in the Netherlands, DE and FR.
Current offers
Goal Zero
Current offer
Discount code
Welcome 10% off email and SMS subscriber discount: 10% off
Only valid for new customers subscribing to email and SMS communication; US customers only; not valid on Yeti Power Stations, Sherpa Power Banks or Open Box items; cannot be combined with other offers
Source, checked September 30, 2026
Samduo
Current offer
Discount code
Up to EUR 300 off Nex E6000 with promo code: EUR 200 off SAMDUO Nex E6000 or EUR 300 off Nex E6000 x2 bundle, promo code SAMDUODEAL91524
Must subscribe email and claim the promo code first; one promo code per order; cannot be combined with other codes or offers
Source, checked September 30, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Goal Zero | Samduo |
|---|---|---|
| France | No | Yes |
| Germany | No | Yes |
| Netherlands | No | Yes |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Goal Zero
How much does a Goal Zero power station cost to start with?+
Goal Zero's range starts at $349.95. That figure sits mid-field, with the brand ranking 15 of 27 on starting price, so entering the range does not cost a premium. Prices then climb with capacity, and the largest unit stores 7,988 Wh.
Is there a subscription or renewal fee on top of the price?+
Goal Zero's catalogue covers power station, solar generator and home battery, and the price is for the unit itself, starting at $349.95. The only term stated alongside it is 5 years of cover. So plan the budget around the purchase first, then the warranty behind it, rather than around a recurring payment.
Samduo
How much does a Samduo home battery cost?+
The entry price is €1,999, which is high for this category and sits well above the median of €262.21. That figure covers the Samduo plug-in home battery, and the same brand also sells balcony solar. Larger capacities cost more, so the final price depends on which unit you choose.
How long is the warranty on a Samduo battery?+
The Samduo warranty is 10 years, which is the longest among the brands ranked on this measure, compared with a category median of 5. Long cover matters most if you intend to keep the system through a house move, since a battery that stays with the property avoids resale friction.