Jackery Explorer 1000 Power Station and Solar Panels Review

Power Capabilities and Performance

The power of a battery generator should be evaluated on the total energy capacity as well as how many watts can be delivered safely at one time. The Jackery Solar Generator 1000+ has a 1,265Wh capacity and power throughput of 2,000Ws with surge power up to 4,000Ws for shorter periods of time.

The LiFePO4 battery can be cycled (fully drained and full recharged) 4,000 times for an estimated lifespan of up to 10 years with regular use.

Here are the estimated run times from the fully charged battery generator for some common appliances (listed by the manufacturer):

• • • Coffee maker (1,300W): 1.3 hours
    • Small fridge (60W): 45 hours
    • Movie projector (100W): 9 hours
    • Air conditioner (1,150W): 1 hour
    • Television (60W): 14 hours

  The wattage of appliances can vary widely, so use these as estimates only.

   

Pricing & Purchasing Information

The Jackery Solar Generator 1000+ is available at online retailers such as Amazon and Home Depot as well as via the Jackery website here. While prices are comparable, purchasing directly from the Jackery site is the only way to get the extended warranty, which pushes coverage from three to five years.

What’s Included

• 1 Jackery Solar Generator 1000
• 2, 100W SolarSaga folding solar panels
• 1 AC charging cable
• 1 DC car charging cable
• 2, DC7909 to DC8020 adapters

Returns and Warranty

Jackery gives customers 30 days to evaluate the 1000+ kit and return it for any reason if not satisfied. No matter where you purchase, the kit comes with a 3-year warranty, but that warranty is extended to 5 years when purchased from the Jackery website.

Jackery Solar Generator 1000+ vs. the Competition

With many battery generators on the market, it’s useful to compare it to other popular solar generators:

The Bottom Line

The Jackery Solar Generator 1000+ delivers quiet, reliable power that’s portable and much more affordable than traditional generators. The inclusion of two solar panels makes it an ideal power solution for overlanding, RVing and camping since you can recharge the battery anywhere. While the capacity is small for use as a home outage backup for large appliances, the ability to add additional batteries allows you to expand on the power station later if desired for longer-term outage support. The long 10-year lifespan and five-year warranty make Jackery’s Solar Generator 1000+ a solid value and a risk-free investment in your energy security .