BLUETTI Elite 30 V2
#4 in SmallFull review
For campers and remote workers who want a light LiFePO4 unit for laptops, lights and small devices, with a long warranty.
Amazon $279.99$279.99
The BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.9 to 3.6. The BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 leads on AC output and features. The Jackery Explorer 300 wins on portability. The Jackery Explorer 300 costs $20.99 less ($259 vs $279.99).
Jackery Explorer 300
#13 in SmallFull review
A small, light LiFePO4 station for charging phones, laptops and cameras while camping or through a short outage.
Amazon $259 Jackery $289$259
Prices were last checked October 22, 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 BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 for AC output (600 W continuous AC vs 300 W continuous AC) and features (UPS (10 ms), 140 W USB-C, app vs 100 W USB-C).
- Choose the Jackery Explorer 300 for portability (86 Wh per kg (7.5 lb (3.4 kg)) vs 67 Wh per kg (9.5 lb (4.3 kg))).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every small portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 | Jackery Explorer 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 55 $0.97 per rated Wh | 62 $0.89 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 90 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 3-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 83 600 W continuous AC | 41 300 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 89 0-100% on AC in 1 h 10 min | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 40 67 Wh per kg (9.5 lb (4.3 kg)) | 74 86 Wh per kg (7.5 lb (3.4 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 64 200 W max solar input | 50 solar input not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (10 ms), 140 W USB-C, app | 20 100 W USB-C |
Specifications
| BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 | Jackery Explorer 300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 288 Wh | 292 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,000 to 80% | 4,000 to 70% |
| Expandable | No | - |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 600 W | 300 W (600 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 1,500 W | - |
| AC outlets | 2 total | 2 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 2 | 2 |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 140 W each) | 1 (100 W) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 2 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | - |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 380 W | - |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 10 min (0-80% in 45 min) | - |
| Max solar input | 200 W | - |
| Solar input voltage | 12-28V, 10A | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 9.5 lb (4.3 kg) | 7.5 lb (3.4 kg) |
| Dimensions | 9.8 x 7 x 6.6 in | 9.1 x 5.2 x 7.8 in |
| App | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |