The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Portable Power Stations, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 with 200W Solar Panel — 1,070Wh Portable Power Station Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 with 200W Solar Panel — 1,070Wh Portable Power Station #3 in Portable Power Stations
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EcoFlow River 2 Portable Power Station 256Wh EcoFlow River 2 Portable Power Station 256Wh #26 in Portable Power Stations
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Rating
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★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#26
Capacity
1,070 Wh
256Wh
Battery Chemistry & Lifespan
LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles to 70%
LiFePO4, 3000+ cycles to 80%
Recharge Speed
1.7h wall / 200W solar
1h wall / 110W solar input
AC Output & Ports
1,500W AC + 100W USB-C PD + 3× AC + 12V
600W AC / 100W USB-C PD / 2 USB-A / 12V
Portability & Weight
23.8 lbs / 1,070Wh = 0.022 lb/Wh
7.7 lbs for 256Wh
Value
$699 / 1,070 = $0.653/Wh
$189 ÷ 256Wh = $0.74/Wh
Verdict
Best-selling mid-size camping power station
Best ultralight power station under 8 lbs

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