Jackery Explorer 1500 v2
#21 in LargeFull review
A compact 1.5kWh LiFePO4 station for home backup and camping where fast UPS switchover matters more than solar speed.
Amazon $849 Jackery $849$849
The Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.8 to 3.3. The Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 leads on value and portability. The Goal Zero Yeti 1500 wins on solar input. The Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 costs $650.95 less ($849 vs $1,499.95).
Goal Zero Yeti 1500
#28 in LargeFull review
For outdoor and overlanding use where weather resistance matters more than price per watt-hour.
Goal Zero $1,499.95$1,499.95
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 1500 v2 for value ($0.55 per rated Wh vs $1.00 per rated Wh) and portability (106 Wh per kg (32 lb (14.5 kg)) vs 63 Wh per kg (52.8 lb (23.9 kg))).
- Choose the Goal Zero Yeti 1500 for solar input (900 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 large portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 | Goal Zero Yeti 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 25% | 61 $0.55 per rated Wh | 0 $1.00 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 80 88% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 33 2,000 W continuous AC | 33 2,000 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 95 0-100% on AC in 1 h | 92 0-100% on AC in 1 h 6 min |
| Portability 10% | 100 106 Wh per kg (32 lb (14.5 kg)) | 33 63 Wh per kg (52.8 lb (23.9 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 13 400 W max solar input | 53 900 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (10 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (28 ms), 140 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
Jackery Explorer 1500 v2
No independent test published yet.
Goal Zero Yeti 1500
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 1,320 Wh | 87.7% | Full-discharge AC test; OutdoorGearLab states 89%, 1320/1505.28 works out to 87.7% |
Specifications
| Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 | Goal Zero Yeti 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,536 Wh | 1,505.3 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | - | 1,320 Wh (88%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,000 to 70%+ | 4,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,000 W (4,000 W surge) | 2,000 W (3,600 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 3 total | 4 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 3 | 4 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 4 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (28 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | - | 1,500 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h (About 1 hr with Emergency Charging enabled in the app; 80 min standard) | 1 h 6 min (About 1.1 h full, 0-80% in 0.8 h (manufacturer)) |
| Max solar input | 400 W | 900 W |
| Solar input voltage | 16-60V (2 x DC8020 inputs) | HPP 12.3-60V (600W) + 8mm 13.2-30V (300W) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 32 lb (14.5 kg) | 52.8 lb (23.9 kg) |
| Dimensions | 12.99 x 8.7 x 9.53 in | 15.7 x 11.4 x 12.02 in |
| App | Jackery app | Goal Zero app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |