Jackery Explorer 1000 v2
#3 in Mid-sizeFull review
A light, simple 1kWh LiFePO4 station for campers and short outages who value portability over outlet count and expansion.
Amazon $499 Jackery $499$499
4.3/5
For campers and home users who want a fast-charging 1 kWh LiFePO4 station with the option to add a second battery, at a lower price than the Gen 2.
- 1,056 WhCapacity
- 1,800 WAC output
- 28.4 lbWeight
- LiFePO4Battery
- 58 minFull charge
- $0.47Price / Wh
Check price at Amazon$499.99
Price checked October 20, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Refills from empty in about an hour with UltraFast charging
- Can add one expansion battery to double capacity
- Often cheaper than its successor, the C1000 Gen 2
Cons
- Fan is among the loudest at full output, per OutdoorGearLab
- Heavier and slower to charge than the C1000 Gen 2
- Out of stock at the Anker store; sold mainly through Amazon
How it scores
The rating comes from 8 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Independent capacity tests
Usable energy delivered from a full charge through the AC outlets, as measured by independent reviewers. Inverter losses mean no station delivers its full rated capacity.
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| OutdoorGearLab | 897 Wh | 85% | Full discharge through the AC outlets. |
Specifications
| Battery | |
|---|---|
| Rated capacity | 1,056 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 897 Wh (85%) |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 3,000 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 2,112 Wh |
| Output | |
| AC output | 1,800 W (2,400 W surge) |
| AC outlets | 6 total |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 5 |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (20 ms switchover) |
| Charging | |
| AC charging | 1,300 W |
| Full AC charge time | 58 min (with UltraFast enabled in the app (manufacturer); OutdoorGearLab measured 65 min UltraFast and 88 min standard) |
| Max solar input | 600 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-60V |
| Build | |
| Weight | 28.4 lb (12.9 kg) |
| Dimensions | 14.8 x 8.07 x 10.5 in |
| App | Anker app |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Alternatives in this size
FOSSiBOT F1800
#4 in Mid-sizeFull review
A budget 1kWh LiFePO4 station for camping and short outages, with fast wall charging and strong USB-C ports.
Amazon $399 FOSSiBOT $419$399
OUPES Mega 1 Lite
#6 in Mid-sizeFull review
A simpler, non-expandable Mega 1 for people who want 2000W of output and fast charging without the extra-battery option. Check the Mega 1 price first, as it is often cheaper.
Amazon $489 OUPES $599$489
Compare
Compare the Anker SOLIX C1000 with any other portable power station →
More from Anker SOLIX: every Anker SOLIX product ranked.
Reviews
- OutdoorGearLab: Anker Solix C1000 Review
- Trusted Reviews: Anker SOLIX C1000 Review
- TechRadar: Anker Solix C1000 portable power station review