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 3.6. The Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 leads on AC output, battery life and portability. The VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1500 wins on value. The VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1500 costs $260 less ($589 vs $849).
VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1500
#24 in LargeFull review
A 1.5kWh LiFePO4 station with fast AC charging at a low price, good for home backup and RV use if you mostly recharge from the wall.
VTOMAN $589$589
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 AC output (2,000 W continuous AC vs 1,500 W continuous AC), battery life (LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 2-year warranty) and portability (106 Wh per kg (32 lb (14.5 kg)) vs 82 Wh per kg (41.4 lb (18.8 kg))).
- Choose the VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1500 for value ($0.38 per rated Wh vs $0.55 per rated Wh).
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 | VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 61 $0.55 per rated Wh | 88 $0.38 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 37 78% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 76 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 2-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 33 2,000 W continuous AC | 0 1,500 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 95 0-100% on AC in 1 h | 95 0-100% on AC in 1 h |
| Portability 10% | 100 106 Wh per kg (32 lb (14.5 kg)) | 68 82 Wh per kg (41.4 lb (18.8 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 13 400 W max solar input | 13 400 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (10 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 80 UPS (20 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C |
Independent capacity tests
Jackery Explorer 1500 v2
No independent test published yet.
VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1500
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Techno-Science | 1,210 Wh | 78% | About 1,210Wh delivered into a ~1,040W hair-dryer load on the 230V EU version; recharge drew about 1,560Wh in roughly an hour. |
Specifications
| Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 | VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,536 Wh | 1,548 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | - | 1,210 Wh (78%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,000 to 70%+ | 3,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | No | Yes, up to 3,096 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,000 W (4,000 W surge) | 1,500 W (3,000 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 3 total | 3 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | - | 3 |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 3 | - |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 4 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | - | 2 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | - | 1,500 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h (About 1 hr with Emergency Charging enabled in the app; 80 min standard) | 1 h |
| Max solar input | 400 W | 400 W |
| Solar input voltage | 16-60V (2 x DC8020 inputs) | 30-60V (Anderson) |
| Car charging | - | 200 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 32 lb (14.5 kg) | 41.4 lb (18.8 kg) |
| Dimensions | 12.99 x 8.7 x 9.53 in | 15.5 x 11 x 10.6 in |
| App | Jackery app | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |