A budget 2 kWh LiFePO4 station for home backup and RV use, for buyers who put price first and can lift a 64 lb box.
Amazon $640The ALLPOWERS R2500 V2 and the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 are evenly matched, rated 4.0 and 4.0. The ALLPOWERS R2500 V2 leads on value, AC output and solar input. The Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 wins on portability. The ALLPOWERS R2500 V2 costs $259 less ($640 vs $899).
For campers and outage users who want 2 kWh in a comparatively light, simple box and do not plan to expand.
Amazon $899 Jackery $899Prices were last checked October 20, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the ALLPOWERS R2500 V2 for value ($0.33 per rated Wh vs $0.44 per rated Wh), AC output (2,500 W continuous AC vs 2,200 W continuous AC) and solar input (1,000 W max solar input vs 400 W max solar input).
- Choose the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 for portability (114 Wh per kg (39.5 lb (17.9 kg)) vs 66 Wh per kg (63.9 lb (29 kg))).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every large portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | ALLPOWERS R2500 V2 | Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 95 $0.33 per rated Wh | 78 $0.44 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 62 84% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 96 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 58 2,500 W continuous AC | 44 2,200 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 79 0-100% on AC in 1 h 30 min | 71 0-100% on AC in 1 h 45 min |
| Portability 10% | 39 66 Wh per kg (63.9 lb (29 kg)) | 100 114 Wh per kg (39.5 lb (17.9 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 44 1,000 W max solar input | 5 400 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (15 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
ALLPOWERS R2500 V2
No independent test published yet.
Jackery Explorer 2000 v2
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 1,710 Wh | 83.7% | Full-discharge AC test; the review’s table gives 1710 Wh (84%) while its text gives 1740 Wh. Recharged in about 2.5 h. |
Specifications
| ALLPOWERS R2500 V2 | Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,920 Wh | 2,042 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | - | 1,710 Wh (84%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,500 to 80% (Amazon listing) | 4,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,500 W (4,000 W surge) | 2,200 W (4,400 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 5 total | 3 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 3 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | 1 | - |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | - |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 4 | 1 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 2 | - |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (15 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,500 W | - |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 30 min (about 1.5 h; manufacturer says about 97 minutes in its own test) | 1 h 45 min (Full in 1.75 h on AC (manufacturer); 15A max input) |
| Max solar input | 1,000 W | 400 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-150V, 20A | 11-60V (2x DC8020) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 63.9 lb (29 kg) | 39.5 lb (17.9 kg) |
| Dimensions | 17.95 x 14.17 x 13.62 in | 13.2 x 10.4 x 11.5 in |
| App | ALLPOWERS app (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) | Jackery App |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
