Jackery Explorer 1000 v2
#7 in Mid-sizeFull 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
The Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 rates 4.4 among mid-size portable power stations; the Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra rates 3.7 among large ones. The Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 costs $580 less ($499 vs $1,079).
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
#24 in LargeFull review
A rugged, weather-sealed 1.5kWh station for overlanding and outdoor work where rain and dust are part of the job.
Amazon $1,079 Jackery $1,079$1,079
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 v2 | Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 25% | 84 $0.47 per rated Wh | 38 $0.70 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 74 86% of rated capacity delivered (2 tests) | 100 98% 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% | 70 1,500 W continuous AC | 21 1,800 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 95 0-100% on AC in 1 h | 79 0-100% on AC in 1 h 30 min |
| Portability 10% | 98 99 Wh per kg (23.8 lb (10.8 kg)) | 78 88 Wh per kg (38.6 lb (17.5 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 26 400 W max solar input | 44 800 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (20 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. |
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 98% | Efficiency measured over several days of use (load not stated); the reviewer calls it the highest they have recorded. Measured AC recharge 0-100% in about 1 h 21 min. |
Specifications
| Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 | Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,070 Wh | 1,536 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 923 Wh (86%) | 1,505 Wh (98%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 70%+ | 4,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,500 W (3,000 W surge) | 1,800 W (3,600 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 | 1 | 1 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| Full AC charge time | 1 h (60 min with Emergency Super Charge enabled in the app; 1.58 hr standard) | 1 h 30 min (1.5 hr from a wall outlet) |
| Max solar input | 400 W | 800 W |
| Solar input voltage | 12-60V (2 x DC 8mm inputs) | 16-60V (DC8020, dual input) |
| Car charging | 96 W | 96 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 23.8 lb (10.8 kg) | 38.6 lb (17.5 kg) |
| Dimensions | 12.87 x 8.82 x 9.72 in | 13.2 x 10.4 x 11.6 in |
| App | Jackery app | Jackery app (WiFi/Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2024-08 | 2026-01 |