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Our verdict · Jackery
A light, fast-charging 1 kWh station for essentials and camping
One of the lightest 1 kWh stations, it refills in about 50 minutes and switches over in 10 ms. Its 1,500 W output, 400 W solar input and three AC outlets are modest for the class.
- Capacity
- 1,024 Wh
- AC output
- 1,500 W
- Wall charge
- 50 min
- Weight
- 23.8 lb
Best for
Camping, car trips and essentials backup where low weight and a quick recharge matter more than output or expansion.
Skip it if
You need more than 1,500 W, more than three AC outlets, strong solar charging or room to add batteries.
- 23.8 lb for 1,024 Wh
- About 50 minutes to full (Emergency mode)
- 10 ms UPS switchover
- 4,000 cycles, LiFePO4
- 1,500 W output
- 400 W solar input
- Only 3 AC outlets
- Not expandable
Rating breakdown (mid-size (1 to 1.5 kwh) class)
| Criterion | Weight | Score | Based on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wall charging speed | 20% | 3.0 | input not stated |
| AC output | 20% | 4.4 | 1,500 W |
| Solar input | 10% | 3.2 | 400 W |
| Backup switchover | 15% | 10.0 | 10 ms |
| Portability | 10% | 9.2 | 43 Wh/lb |
| Expandability | 10% | 0.0 | Not expandable |
| Battery life & warranty | 15% | 10.0 | 5-year warranty, 4,000+ cycles |
| Capacity (Wh) | 1024 |
|---|---|
| Battery chemistry | LiFePO4 |
| Rated cycle life | 4,000 cycles to 70%+ |
| AC output, continuous (W) | 1500 |
| AC output, surge (W) | 3000 |
| AC charge time | 50 min (Emergency, app) |
| Max AC charging input (W) | — |
| Max solar input (W) | 400 |
| Solar input voltage range | 16–60 V |
| UPS switchover (ms) | 10 |
| Weight (lb) | 23.8 |
| Expandable to (Wh) | Not expandable |
| Warranty (years) | 3 + 2 with registration |
Key specs at a glance
What the numbers mean in practice
- 1,024 Wh capacity: a mid-size battery. Enough to keep a fridge and router going for most of a night, or a CPAP for several nights on DC.
- 1,500 W continuous, 3,000 W surge: runs a kettle, coffee maker or small microwave one at a time.
- LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles to 70%: the long-life chemistry. See LiFePO4 vs lithium-ion.
- 23.8 lb: one of the lightest stations in its class.
- Not expandable: 1,024 Wh is all you'll get.
- Warranty: 3 years, plus 2 more when you register it on jackery.com.
Spec sheets are easy to misread; watts vs watt-hours explains which number answers which question.
Charging speed
Fast from the wall, slow from the sun
In Emergency Super Charge mode, switched on in the Jackery app, it goes from empty to full in about 50 minutes. The default mode takes about 1.25 hours, which is gentler on the battery.
Solar input tops out at 400 W (16–60 V), so a full solar recharge takes about 3.5 hours of strong sun even with enough panels. See what size solar panel you need.
Capacity and real runtime
How long it actually keeps things running
Estimated runtimes on the Explorer 1000 v2
- CPAP, no humidifier, DC cord27 h
- CPAP with humidifier, AC11 h
- Fridge + Wi-Fi router11 h
A fridge and router running through the night is realistic; a full day of fridge backup needs a recharge, since there is no add-on battery. Try your own devices in the runtime calculator.
Output: what it can and can't run
Fine for one appliance at a time
The 1,500 W continuous rating covers a kettle, coffee maker or small microwave, and the 3,000 W surge helps start a fridge. It has 3 AC outlets, a 100 W USB-C port for laptops, a 30 W USB-C port, an 18 W USB-A port and a 12 V car socket.
What it won't do well: run a 1,500 W microwave or hair dryer at full power, run two appliances together, or power a space heater. Stations like the Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 offer 2,000 W in the same capacity.
Backup (UPS) and app
Fast switchover for computers and routers
The Explorer 1000 v2 switches to battery in 10 ms when the grid drops, fast enough for most computers, routers and networking gear to keep running. The Jackery app turns on Emergency Super Charge, shows input and output, and lets you change charging settings.
How it compares
Against similar 1 kWh stations
| Spec | Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 | Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 | EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity (Wh) | 1024 | 1024 | 1024 |
| AC output, continuous (W) | 1500 | 2000 | 1800 |
| AC charge time | 50 min (Emergency, app) | 49 min (UltraFast) | 56 min |
| Max solar input (W) | 400 | 600 | 1000 |
| Weight (lb) | 23.8 | 24.9 | 27.6 |
| Warranty (years) | 3 + 2 with registration | 5 | 5 |
| Price | Check price | Check price | Check price |
- Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2: same capacity, more output (2,000 W), 600 W solar and five AC outlets, at about 1 lb heavier.
- EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus: same capacity, 1,800 W, 1,000 W solar and expandable to 5 kWh, but about 4 lb heavier.
- Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus: more battery (1,264 Wh), 2,000 W and 800 W solar, but about 8 lb heavier and its expansion battery is no longer available.
The Explorer 1000 v2's edge is low weight with a fast wall recharge. See the full Delta 3 Plus vs Explorer 1000 v2 comparison. Choosing between Jackerys? See Explorer 1000 v2 vs 1000 Plus. Comparing brands? See EcoFlow vs Jackery or Jackery vs Bluetti.
Who should buy it
And who should look elsewhere
Good fit: camping and car trips; essentials backup (router, lights, CPAP, a fridge overnight); anyone who wants a light station that refills quickly from the wall.
Look elsewhere if: you need more output or outlets (the C1000 Gen 2 has 2,000 W and five AC outlets), plan to rely on solar, or want to add capacity later (the Delta 3 Plus expands to 5 kWh). If you only need to charge phones and laptops, the 7.1 lb Jackery Explorer 300 is far lighter.
In our buying guides, the Explorer 1000 v2 is lightest 1 kWh in Best Portable Power Stations for Camping and lightest 1 kwh in Best Value Portable Power Stations.
FAQ
Quick answers to common questions
How long will the Explorer 1000 v2 run a refrigerator?
About 10–11 hours for a typical fridge plus a router, or a little longer for the fridge alone. Real results depend on your fridge's average draw.
How long does it take to charge?
About 50 minutes in Emergency Super Charge mode, set in the Jackery app, or about 1.25 hours in the default mode.
Is it 1,024 Wh or 1,070 Wh?
The current version sold in the US is 1,024 Wh. An earlier version was listed at 1,070 Wh.
Can it be used as a UPS?
Yes. It switches over in 10 ms, fast enough for most computers and routers.
What warranty does it have?
Three years, plus two more when you register it on jackery.com.
