Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra vs Jackery Explorer 2000 v2

The Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.0 to 3.7. The Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 leads on value, AC output and portability. The Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra wins on tested capacity and solar input. The Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 costs $180 less ($899 vs $1,079).

Higher rated

Jackery Explorer 2000 v2

#16 in Large4.0Full 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

Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra

#24 in Large3.7Full 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.

Which should you buy?

Choose the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 for value ($0.44 per rated Wh vs $0.70 per rated Wh), AC output (2,200 W continuous AC vs 1,800 W continuous AC) and portability (114 Wh per kg (39.5 lb (17.9 kg)) vs 88 Wh per kg (38.6 lb (17.5 kg))).
Choose the Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra for tested capacity (98% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) vs 84% of rated capacity delivered (1 test)) and solar input (800 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 2000 v2	Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
Overall rating	4.0/5	3.7/5
Value 25%	78 $0.44 per rated Wh	38 $0.70 per rated Wh
Tested capacity 15%	62 84% of rated capacity delivered (1 test)	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%	44 2,200 W continuous AC	21 1,800 W continuous AC
Charging speed 10%	71 0-100% on AC in 1 h 45 min	79 0-100% on AC in 1 h 30 min
Portability 10%	100 114 Wh per kg (39.5 lb (17.9 kg))	78 88 Wh per kg (38.6 lb (17.5 kg))
Solar input 5%	5 400 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 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.