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 3.2. The Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 leads on value, portability and charging speed. The Lion Energy Safari wins on AC output and solar input. The Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 costs $550 less ($849 vs $1,399).
Lion Energy Safari
#29 in LargeFull review
For RV owners who want high 3,000W output, a TT-30 outlet and a five-year warranty from a US brand, and will pay more per watt-hour for it.
Lion Energy $1,399$1,399
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 $0.87 per rated Wh), portability (106 Wh per kg (32 lb (14.5 kg)) vs 62 Wh per kg (57.3 lb (26 kg))) and charging speed (0-100% on AC in 1 h vs 0-100% on AC in 2 h 18 min).
- Choose the Lion Energy Safari for AC output (3,000 W continuous AC vs 2,000 W continuous AC) and solar input (600 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 | Lion Energy Safari |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 61 $0.55 per rated Wh | 13 $0.87 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 96 LiFePO4, 3,500 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 33 2,000 W continuous AC | 79 3,000 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 95 0-100% on AC in 1 h | 54 0-100% on AC in 2 h 18 min |
| Portability 10% | 100 106 Wh per kg (32 lb (14.5 kg)) | 31 62 Wh per kg (57.3 lb (26 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 13 400 W max solar input | 26 600 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (10 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 45 expandable, app |
Specifications
| Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 | Lion Energy Safari | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,536 Wh | 1,612 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,000 to 70%+ | 3,500 3,500+ cycles at 100% DOD (manufacturer); remaining capacity at end of rating not stated |
| Expandable | No | Yes, up to 4,300 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,000 W (4,000 W surge) | 3,000 W (6,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 3 total | 5 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 3 | 4 |
| RV 30A outlet (TT-30R) | - | 1 |
| AC waveform | - | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 60 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | - |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | - | 800 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h (About 1 hr with Emergency Charging enabled in the app; 80 min standard) | 2 h 18 min (About 2.3 h from the wall (manufacturer); built-in AC charging cord) |
| Max solar input | 400 W | 600 W |
| Solar input voltage | 16-60V (2 x DC8020 inputs) | 24-60V (over 36V Vmp), 25A MPPT |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 32 lb (14.5 kg) | 57.3 lb (26 kg) |
| Dimensions | 12.99 x 8.7 x 9.53 in | 20 x 13.3 x 13.3 in |
| App | Jackery app | Lion Energy Smart app (Bluetooth) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |