Jackery Explorer 2000 v2
#16 in LargeFull 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
The Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 rates 4.0 among large portable power stations; the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus rates 4.0 among home backup ones. The Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 costs $810 less ($899 vs $1,709).
Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus
#9 in Home backupFull review
For home-backup buyers who want large tested capacity at a lower price per watt-hour than most 3 kWh-plus units.
Amazon $1,709 Jackery $1,899$1,709
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 (large and home backup), 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 2000 v2 | Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 78 $0.44 per rated Wh | 73 $0.48 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 62 84% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 88 89% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 44 2,200 W continuous AC | 37 3,600 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 71 0-100% on AC in 1 h 45 min | 47 0-100% on AC in 2 h 30 min |
| Portability 10% | 100 114 Wh per kg (39.5 lb (17.9 kg)) | 100 102 Wh per kg (77.2 lb (35 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 5 400 W max solar input | 15 1,000 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app | 65 expandable, 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. |
Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNET | 3,201 Wh | 89.3% | 480W load logged with HOBOware; round-trip efficiency 79.66%; recharge 2 h 31 min; ran a test fridge about 38.6 h |
Specifications
| Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 | Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 2,042 Wh | 3,584 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 1,710 Wh (84%) | 3,201 Wh (89%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 70%+ | 6,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | No | Yes, up to 21,000 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 2,200 W (4,400 W surge) | 3,600 W (7,200 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 | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | No |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) | - |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | - | 1,800 W |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h 45 min (Full in 1.75 h on AC (manufacturer); 15A max input) | 2 h 30 min (About 2.5 h on AC; about 2 h on AC + solar (manufacturer)) |
| Max solar input | 400 W | 1,000 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-60V (2x DC8020) | 16-60V (2x DC8020) |
| Car charging | 96 W | 96 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 39.5 lb (17.9 kg) | 77.2 lb (35 kg) |
| Dimensions | 13.2 x 10.4 x 11.5 in | 15.2 x 12.2 x 19.3 in |
| App | Jackery App | Jackery App |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2025-02 | 2025-09 |