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 rates 4.2 among mid-size portable power stations; the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 rates 4.0 among large ones. The Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus costs $280 less ($619 vs $899).
Jackery Explorer 2000 v2
#16 in LargeFull review
For campers and outage users who want 2 kWh in a comparatively light, simple box and do not plan to expand.
Amazon $899 Jackery $899$899
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (mid-size and large), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus | Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 81 $0.49 per rated Wh | 78 $0.44 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 81% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 62 84% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 88 2,000 W continuous AC | 44 2,200 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 73 0-100% on AC in 1 h 42 min | 71 0-100% on AC in 1 h 45 min |
| Portability 10% | 77 87 Wh per kg (32 lb (14.5 kg)) | 100 114 Wh per kg (39.5 lb (17.9 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 57 800 W max solar input | 5 400 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 65 expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, 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. |
Jackery Explorer 2000 v2
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 1,710 Wh | 83.7% | Full-discharge AC test; the review’s table gives 1710 Wh (84%) while its text gives 1740 Wh. Recharged in about 2.5 h. |
Specifications
| Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus | Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,264 Wh | 2,042 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 1,024 Wh (81%) | 1,710 Wh (84%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 70%+ | 4,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 5,056 Wh | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,000 W (4,000 W surge) | 2,200 W (4,400 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 3 total | 3 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 3 | 3 |
| AC waveform | - | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | - | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 42 min (1.7 hr from a wall outlet (15A max input)) | 1 h 45 min (Full in 1.75 h on AC (manufacturer); 15A max input) |
| Max solar input | 800 W | 400 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V (2 x DC 8mm inputs) | 11-60V (2x DC8020) |
| Car charging | - | 96 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 32 lb (14.5 kg) | 39.5 lb (17.9 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14 x 10.24 x 11.14 in | 13.2 x 10.4 x 11.5 in |
| App | Jackery app (WiFi/Bluetooth) | Jackery App |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2023-08 | 2025-02 |