Anker SOLIX F1500
#25 in LargeFull review
For campers and RV owners who want a lot of LiFePO4 capacity for the money and can live with slower charging and extra weight.
Amazon $599.99 Anker SOLIX $599.99$599.99
The Anker SOLIX F1500 and the Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra are evenly matched, rated 3.5 and 3.5. The Anker SOLIX F1500 leads on value. The Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra wins on portability, battery life and charging speed. The Anker SOLIX F1500 costs $479.01 less ($599.99 vs $1,079).
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
#27 in LargeFull review
A rugged, weather-sealed 1.5kWh station for overlanding and outdoor work where rain and dust are part of the job.
Amazon $1,079 Jackery $1,079$1,079
Prices 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 Anker SOLIX F1500 for value ($0.39 per rated Wh vs $0.70 per rated Wh).
- Choose the Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra for portability (88 Wh per kg (38.6 lb (17.5 kg)) vs 78 Wh per kg (43.7 lb (19.8 kg))), battery life (LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty) and charging speed (0-100% on AC in 1 h 30 min vs 0-100% on AC in 1 h 50 min).
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 | Anker SOLIX F1500 | Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 86 $0.39 per rated Wh | 38 $0.70 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 14 73% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 21 1,800 W continuous AC | 21 1,800 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 68 0-100% on AC in 1 h 50 min | 79 0-100% on AC in 1 h 30 min |
| Portability 10% | 59 78 Wh per kg (43.7 lb (19.8 kg)) | 78 88 Wh per kg (38.6 lb (17.5 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 28 600 W max solar input | 44 800 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
Anker SOLIX F1500
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 73% | 1,585W load ran 42 minutes against a theoretical 58; high load lowers efficiency. Measured AC recharge about 1 h 50 min. |
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Anker SOLIX F1500 | Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,536 Wh | 1,536 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 1,121 Wh (73%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,000 to 80% | 4,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,800 W (2,400 W surge) | 1,800 W (3,600 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 3 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 3 | - |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | - | 3 |
| 120V 2-prong outlets (NEMA 1-15R) | 3 | - |
| 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 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,000 W | - |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 50 min (measured by The Solar Lab at 1,000W; Anker does not publish a full AC charge time) | 1 h 30 min (1.5 hr from a wall outlet) |
| Max solar input | 600 W | 800 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-60V | 16-60V (DC8020, dual input) |
| Car charging | 120 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 43.7 lb (19.8 kg) | 38.6 lb (17.5 kg) |
| Dimensions | 18.2 x 11.3 x 9.3 in | 13.2 x 10.4 x 11.6 in |
| App | Anker app | Jackery app (WiFi/Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |