EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic vs Jackery Explorer 1000 v2: Which to Buy

The Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.4 to 4.2. The Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 leads on battery life and portability. The EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic wins on AC output and solar input.

Higher rated

Jackery Explorer 1000 v2

#7 in Mid-size4.4Full review

A light, simple 1kWh LiFePO4 station for campers and short outages who value portability over outlet count and expansion.

Amazon $499 Jackery $499

$499

EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic

#12 in Mid-size4.2Full review

A low-cost 1kWh LiFePO4 station for home backup and car camping where AC outlets are all you need. Pick the DELTA 3 Plus instead if you want 12V outputs, faster solar charging or an extra battery later.

Amazon $499

$499

Prices were last checked October 24, 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 v2 for battery life (LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 5-year warranty) and portability (99 Wh per kg (23.8 lb (10.8 kg)) vs 85 Wh per kg (26.7 lb (12.1 kg))).
Choose the EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic for AC output (1,800 W continuous AC vs 1,500 W continuous AC) and solar input (500 W max solar input vs 400 W max solar input).

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 v2	EcoFlow DELTA 3 Classic
Overall rating	4.4/5	4.2/5
Value 25%	84 $0.47 per rated Wh	82 $0.49 per rated Wh
Tested capacity 15%	74 86% of rated capacity delivered (2 tests)	81 88% of rated capacity delivered (2 tests)
Battery life 15%	100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty	70 LiFePO4, 5-year warranty
AC output 15%	70 1,500 W continuous AC	82 1,800 W continuous AC
Charging speed 10%	95 0-100% on AC in 1 h	95 0-100% on AC in 1 h
Portability 10%	98 99 Wh per kg (23.8 lb (10.8 kg))	72 85 Wh per kg (26.7 lb (12.1 kg))
Solar input 5%	26 400 W max solar input	40 500 W max solar input
Features 5%	75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app	75 UPS (10 ms), 100 W USB-C, app

Independent capacity tests

Jackery Explorer 1000 v2

Tested by	Usable AC energy	Of rated	Conditions
OutdoorGearLab	910 Wh	85%	Light-bar load bank at roughly 80% of rated AC output, 100% to shutdown. Measured charging rate 563 Wh/hr (about 1.6 hr full recharge).
The Solar Lab	-	87.5%	1,479W load ran 37.5 minutes versus 43 minutes expected from rated capacity.