The Jackery Explorer 1000 V2 is the ideal power station for camping, outdoor adventures, and emergency preparedness. It’s a reliable backup for any situation. In this article, you’ll find out everything about performance, charging times, and features, as well as whether it’s worth buying for you.
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Jackery Explorer 1000 V2 at a glance
The Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 is one of the best power stations for camping, road trips, and emergency preparedness. With a capacity of 1.07 kWh and a powerful 1500 W output, it reliably supplies refrigerators, hotplates, or your camping gear with power.
A convenient feature is that the power station is fully charged in just 1.7 hours, whether plugged into a mains socket or powered by solar panels. Thanks to its lightweight and compact design, it remains portable and versatile.
Product details
- Constant output power: 1,500 W
- (LxWxD) 24.7 x 32.7 x 22.4 cm
- Weight: 10.8 kilograms
PROS and Cons of the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2
The Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 is a step ahead of its predecessors, particularly in terms of compactness and battery life. It also offers a comparatively large battery capacity, which allows it to last a long time in the endurance test. However, it could have had more ports installed and the regular charging time could have been shorter.
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KEY INFO
Jackery provides 3 years standard warranty and 2 years extended warranty. However, the company only provide the warranty to customers who buy from the official Jackery website, Jackery-branded third-party platforms, or local authorised dealers.
Overview of common devices that can be operated with the Explorer 1000 v2.
The following table provides an overview of which devices can be operated with the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2. It lists either how often certain devices with average characteristics can be charged, or how long devices can be operated without a battery. However, the calculated values are theoretical, as losses occur in reality, which can slightly reduce runtimes.
| Device (battery capacity or performance) | Number of charges / operating time (Explorer 1000 v2) |
| Smartphone (10 watt hours) | 107 times |
| Drone (20 watt hours) | 54 times |
| Notebook (60 watt hours) | 18 times |
| E-bike (500 watt hours) | 2 times |
| Fan (25 watts) | 42 3/4 hours |
| Cool box (50 watts) | 21 1/2 hours |
| TV (100 watts) | 10 3/4 hours |
| Dishwasher (500 watts) | 2 hours |
| Espresso machine (1,200 watts) | 1 hour |
| Hotplate (1,500 watts) | 45 minutes |
| Hairdryer (2,000 watts) | not possible |
Key Features of the Jackery Explorer 1000 V2
It’s clear at first glance: Jackery has made some improvements to the v2 generation. Compared to the original Explorer 1000, the model is more compact, lighter, and more powerful. But let’s take a closer look at the most important features.
Improved mobility and performance
Weighing just 11 kg (23.8 lbs) and measuring 327 x 224 x 247 mm, the Explorer 1000 v2 is highly portable, ideal for camping and outdoor use. This is especially useful on longer hikes or road trips where every kilogram counts – for both man and machine. Its capacity of 1.07 kWh and a maximum output of 1500 W make the power station a powerful companion that can easily power larger devices such as coolers, electric stoves, or even our Nespresso machine.
Loading times and flexibility
A highlight of the Explorer 1000 v2 is its fast charging time. The power station can be fully charged via the mains in just 1.8 hours (measured). While on the move, the station can also be charged with solar cells, with four 100-watt SolarSaga panels providing full power in just three hours. This flexibility is a huge advantage, especially for longer adventures far from civilization.
Innovative charging system and protection mechanisms
I was pleasantly surprised by the ChargeShield 2.0 technology. This system offers various charging modes, including a whisper-quiet mode with less than 22 dB, which is especially pleasant in quiet camping environments. There’s also a fast-charging function ( Emergency Super Charging ) that restores full capacity in just one hour. This is especially useful when you need power quickly in a critical situation.
The connections of the power station
Jackery’s Explorer 1000 v2 features a total of six ports for power-hungry devices. These include two standard household sockets, one car power socket, one USB-A port, and two USB-C ports. This gives it a similar selection to its predecessor, the Explorer 1000 although with one less USB-A port. However, the ports’ output power differs, so the newer Explorer 1000 v2 can, for example, charge smartphones with 100 watts via the USB-C port. This allows them to utilize their fast-charging function (if available) and be fully operational again much faster than the Explorer 1000’s USB-C port, which only offered 36 watts.
Thanks to the numerous ports, laptops and smartphones can be charged as usual, both with the power adapter and directly via USB cable. This means that bulky power adapters can easily be left at home during an excursion. However, neither the older models nor the new Explorer 1000 v2 offers a wireless charging option for mobile phones.
Jackery Explorer 1000 V2 App Review
If the Explorer 1000 v2 is turned on, the app can scan the surrounding area and a message appears asking if you want to add the power station. Once the Explorer 1000 v2 is connected, you receive more detailed information about the device. For example, the battery level and an estimate of the remaining operating time. The current power flows are also visible. This allows users to see how much power the connected devices are currently using. Or how much power is being used to recharge via the outlet or solar panel.
The app also allows you to turn the Jackery power station’s ports on and off. Just as you have to activate the respective port on the Explorer 1000 v2’s control panel to use the power outlet, for example, this can also be controlled via the app. This is particularly useful. For example, you might want to turn off the string of lights on the patio at the end of a summer evening. In this case, the power station can act as a smart switch. So, the app allows you to remotely turn off the connected devices. However, this is only possible for all USB ports or all power outlets at the same time. There is no remote control via the app for the vehicle socket.
There’s the option to make various settings via the app. These include operating the integrated flashlight, adjusting the charging speed, and activating energy-saving measures.
Specifications
| Capacity | 1070Wh |
| Battery | LiFePO4 |
| Input | Max 400W |
| AC Output(x2) | 230V ~ 50Hz |
| USB-A Output(x1) | 18W Max, 5-6V⎓3A, 6-9V⎓2A, 9-12V⎓1.5A |
| USB-C1 Output | 30W Max 5V⎓3A, 9V⎓3A, 12V⎓2.5A, 15V⎓2A, 20V⎓1.5A |
| USB-C2 Output | 100W Max, 5V⎓3A, 9V⎓3A, 12V⎓3A, 15V⎓3A, 20V⎓5A |
| Car Port(x1) | 12V⎓10A |
| Charge mode AC input | 220-240V~ 50Hz, 10A Max |
| Weight | Around 23.8 lbs / 10.8 kg |
| Dimension | 12.87″L x 8.82″W x 9.72″H |
| Charge Temperature | 0°C~45°C (32℉~113℉) |
| Discharge Temperature | -10°C~45°C (14℉~113℉) |
| Warranty | 3+2 Years |
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Buy on Jackery StoreConclusion
The Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 power station makes a very good impression in many areas. The improved charging times, and lightweight, and comprehensive protection mechanisms are particularly impressive. To sum up, the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 has proven itself to be a reliable power source and impresses both outdoors and in emergencies.
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