Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus
#15 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 3.1. The Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus leads on battery life, value and features. The Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus costs $280.99 less ($619 vs $899.99).
Generac GB1000
#39 in Mid-sizeFull review
For buyers who want a Generac-backed 1 kWh station that can run 1,600W appliances and parallel with a second unit; LiFePO4 rivals offer more cycles and faster charging for the money.
ecobee (Generac) $899.99$899.99
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 Plus for battery life (LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs Li-ion NMC, 800 cycles, 3-year warranty), value ($0.49 per rated Wh vs $0.83 per rated Wh) and features (expandable, 100 W USB-C, app vs no UPS, expansion or 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 | Generac GB1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 81 $0.49 per rated Wh | 36 $0.83 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 81% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 23 Li-ion NMC, 800 cycles, 3-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 88 2,000 W continuous AC | 74 1,600 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)) | 68 83 Wh per kg (29 lb (13.2 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 57 800 W max solar input | 33 468 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 65 expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 0 no UPS, expansion or app |
Independent capacity tests
Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| nextpit | 1,024 Wh | 81% | Full discharge of the European 230V model until shutdown (load not stated); 1,439 Wh from the wall for a 0-100% charge (about 71% round trip); full AC recharge took 2 h 9 min. |
Generac GB1000
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus | Generac GB1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,264 Wh | 1,086 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 1,024 Wh (81%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | Li-ion NMC |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 70%+ | 800 to 80% (0.5C charge, 1C discharge at 25 C) |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 5,056 Wh | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,000 W (4,000 W surge) | 1,600 W (3,200 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 3 total | 3 total |
| 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 65 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | - | No |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | - | 450 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 42 min (1.7 hr from a wall outlet (15A max input)) | - |
| Max solar input | 800 W | 468 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V (2 x DC 8mm inputs) | 10-28V, 30A max (shared DC/solar input) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 32 lb (14.5 kg) | 29 lb (13.2 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14 x 10.24 x 11.14 in | 14.1 x 10.2 x 12.0 in |
| App | Jackery app (WiFi/Bluetooth) | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2023-08 | 2022-09 |