Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus
#10 in Mid-sizeFull review
A 1.26kWh LiFePO4 station with strong output for campers and outage prep, though its expansion battery is getting hard to find.
Jackery $619$619
The Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.2 to 4.0. The Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus leads on AC output, solar input and portability. The Dabbsson DBS1300 wins on features. The Dabbsson DBS1300 costs $20 less ($599 vs $619).
Dabbsson DBS1300
#26 in Mid-sizeFull review
For campers and small-household backup buyers who want more than 1 kWh at a modest price and the option to add batteries. Its 1200W output limits it to everyday devices rather than big appliances.
Amazon $899 Dabbsson $599$599
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 Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus for AC output (2,000 W continuous AC vs 1,200 W continuous AC), solar input (800 W max solar input vs 400 W max solar input) and portability (87 Wh per kg (32 lb (14.5 kg)) vs 82 Wh per kg (36 lb (16.3 kg))).
- Choose the Dabbsson DBS1300 for features (UPS (15 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app vs expandable, 100 W USB-C, app).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mid-size portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus | Dabbsson DBS1300 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 81 $0.49 per rated Wh | 87 $0.45 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% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 Semi-solid-state LiFePO4, 4,500 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 88 2,000 W continuous AC | 56 1,200 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 73 0-100% on AC in 1 h 42 min | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 77 87 Wh per kg (32 lb (14.5 kg)) | 67 82 Wh per kg (36 lb (16.3 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 57 800 W max solar input | 18 400 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 65 expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (15 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Specifications
| Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus | Dabbsson DBS1300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,264 Wh | 1,330 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | Semi-solid-state LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 70%+ | 4,500 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 5,056 Wh | Yes, up to 4,730 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,000 W (4,000 W surge) | 1,200 W (2,400 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | - | 1,600 W |
| AC outlets | 3 total | 4 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 3 | 4 |
| AC waveform | - | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 3 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 3 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | - | 2 |
| UPS / pass-through | - | Yes (15 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | - | 1,000 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 42 min (1.7 hr from a wall outlet (15A max input)) | - |
| Max solar input | 800 W | 400 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V (2 x DC 8mm inputs) | 12-60V, 12A max (AC + solar combined up to 1400W) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 32 lb (14.5 kg) | 36 lb (16.3 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14 x 10.24 x 11.14 in | 14.25 x 10.83 x 8.7 in |
| App | Jackery app (WiFi/Bluetooth) | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |