Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max
#4 in Home backupFull review
A 240V-capable, expandable home-backup unit for households that need to run a well pump or other 240V loads in an outage.
Amazon $1,799 Jackery $1,799$1,799
The Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max rates 4.1 among home backup portable power stations; the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 rates 4.0 among large ones. The Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 costs $900 less ($899 vs $1,799).
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
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 (home backup and large), 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 HomePower 3600 Pro Max | Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 69 $0.50 per rated Wh | 78 $0.44 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 100 93% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) | 62 84% of rated capacity delivered (1 test) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 6,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 46 4,000 W continuous AC | 44 2,200 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 47 0-100% on AC in 2 h 30 min | 71 0-100% on AC in 1 h 45 min |
| Portability 10% | 100 107 Wh per kg (74 lb (33.6 kg)) | 100 114 Wh per kg (39.5 lb (17.9 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 22 1,200 W max solar input | 5 400 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app | 75 UPS (20 ms), 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Solar Lab | - | 93% | Reported 93% AC discharge efficiency; test load not stated. Idle draw about 30W. |
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. |
Specifications
| Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max | Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 3,584 Wh | 2,042 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 3,333 Wh (93%) | 1,710 Wh (84%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 6,000 | 4,000 to 70%+ |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 21,500 Wh | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 4,000 W (8,000 W surge) | 2,200 W (4,400 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 3 total | 3 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 2 | 3 |
| 120/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R) | 1 | - |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 1 (100 W) | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 1 |
| 12 V car outlet | - | 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 | 2 h 30 min (2.5 hr from a wall outlet; 1.3 hr with the 40A charging cable) | 1 h 45 min (Full in 1.75 h on AC (manufacturer); 15A max input) |
| Max solar input | 1,200 W | 400 W |
| Solar input voltage | 16-60V 12A (2 x DC8020 inputs) | 11-60V (2x DC8020) |
| Car charging | 96 W | 96 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 74 lb (33.6 kg) | 39.5 lb (17.9 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14.76 x 10.83 x 17.72 in | 13.2 x 10.4 x 11.5 in |
| App | Jackery app | Jackery App |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2026-06 | 2025-02 |