Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2
#22 in LargeFull review
A 2kWh expandable station for home backup and RV living, with enough solar input to recharge in an afternoon.
Amazon $1,069 Jackery $1,069$1,069
The Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.9 to 3.7. The Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 leads on value, AC output and portability. The Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra wins on battery life and solar input. The Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 costs $10 less ($1,069 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 for value ($0.52 per rated Wh vs $0.70 per rated Wh), AC output (2,400 W continuous AC vs 1,800 W continuous AC) and portability (111 Wh per kg (40.6 lb (18.4 kg)) vs 88 Wh per kg (38.6 lb (17.5 kg))).
- Choose the Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra for battery life (LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles) and solar input (800 W max solar input vs 800 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 HomePower 2000 Plus v2 | Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 25% | 66 $0.52 per rated Wh | 38 $0.70 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 100 98% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 85 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 54 2,400 W continuous AC | 21 1,800 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 79 0-100% on AC in 1 h 30 min | 79 0-100% on AC in 1 h 30 min |
| Portability 10% | 100 111 Wh per kg (40.6 lb (18.4 kg)) | 78 88 Wh per kg (38.6 lb (17.5 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 28 800 W max solar input | 44 800 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 140 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2
No independent test published yet.
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 HomePower 2000 Plus v2 | Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 2,048 Wh | 1,536 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | - | 1,505 Wh (98%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,000 to 70%+ | 4,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 12,000 Wh | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,400 W (4,800 W surge) | 1,800 W (3,600 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 4 total | 3 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 4 | 3 |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 140 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 (10 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,800 W | - |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 30 min (1.5 hr fast charge) | 1 h 30 min (1.5 hr from a wall outlet) |
| Max solar input | 800 W | 800 W |
| Solar input voltage | 2 x DC8020 inputs | 16-60V (DC8020, dual input) |
| Car charging | 96 W | 96 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 40.6 lb (18.4 kg) | 38.6 lb (17.5 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14.37 x 10.24 x 10.73 in | 13.2 x 10.4 x 11.6 in |
| App | Jackery app | Jackery app (WiFi/Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | - | 5 years |
| Released | 2026-06 | 2026-01 |