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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Jackery Explorer 290 Portable Power Station 290Wh Jackery Explorer 290 Portable Power Station 290Wh #75 in Portable Power Stations
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#75
Capacity
1,070 Wh
290Wh
Battery Chemistry & Lifespan
LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles to 70%
NMC lithium-ion, cycles unstated
Recharge Speed
1.7h wall / 200W solar
5.5h wall / ~100W solar max
AC Output & Ports
1,500W AC + 100W USB-C PD + 3× AC + 12V
200W + 1 AC + 2 USB-A + 12V
Portability & Weight
23.8 lbs / 1,070Wh = 0.022 lb/Wh
7.5 lbs / 290Wh = 0.026 lbs/Wh
Value
$699 / 1,070 = $0.653/Wh
$168.99 / 290Wh = $0.58/Wh
Verdict
Best-selling mid-size camping power station
Best compact power station under $200

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