Anker SOLIX vs Jackery
Two well-known portable power station brands, compared in five matched pairs from 288 Wh to 3 kWh, using only figures the makers publish.
- 5 matched pairs
- Maker data only
- Checked 12 Nov 2026
- We matched five Anker SOLIX and Jackery power stations by capacity, from 288 Wh up to 3,072 Wh, and compared them using only figures the makers publish.
- In the 18 rows where a higher or lower number is clearly better or exactly level, Anker SOLIX leads in 6 and Jackery in 6; 6 are level.
- The 288 Wh pair is level on every headline number, and at 1,024 Wh Anker states the higher output and solar input. At about 2 kWh Jackery publishes the higher output in both pairs.
- Anker SOLIX is lighter in 2 of the 3 pairs where the weight gap is clear, and states a 5-year warranty on three of its five models; Jackery states 3 years plus 2 more on all five.
- We have not tested any of these units. Where a maker does not publish a figure, we say so instead of guessing.
Not tested by us, and no prices
Every figure on this page comes from Anker's and Jackery's own product pages and manuals, last checked on 12 November 2026. We have not tested these units, so we do not score them or crown a winner on feel, noise in daily use or app quality. We show no prices because they change often and differ between sellers: compare the same model and bundle before you buy.
The short answer
There is no overall winner here, and a fair answer has to start with what the makers publish. Across our five pairs, 6 of the 18 clear-cut rows go to Anker SOLIX and 6 to Jackery, with 6 level.
The pattern is about size. At 288 Wh the two brands publish identical output, surge and solar numbers, and at 1,024 Wh the surge rating is the same while Anker states the higher output and solar input. At about 2 kWh Jackery states the higher continuous output and surge rating in both of our pairs, while Anker's S2000 states the longer cycle rating. At 3,072 Wh the output is level and Jackery's unit is lighter, but Anker's F3000 offers more solar input and expansion batteries.
Do not read the row count as a score. Weight matters if you carry the unit and not if it sits in a cupboard, and solar input matters only if you charge from panels. Use the pair tables below for the size you need, then check Which should you choose? for the situations where each fits better.
How we matched the models
We paired models by capacity, because that is how people shop: they pick a size, then compare brands. Each pair is the closest match in our catalogue, not a statement that the two products are the same price or the same age. Two pairs have a note. The Jackery Explorer 300 Plus matches the Anker SOLIX C300 at exactly 288 Wh, but Jackery's page showed it as sold out on 10 November 2026. The Anker SOLIX F3000 is a pre-order on Anker's page, with shipping shown from 2 January 2027. Two pairs sit at about 2 kWh on purpose: the C2000 Gen 2 and the Explorer 2000 Plus are the expandable models, and the S2000 and the Explorer 2000 v2 are the standalone ones.
| Specification | Anker SOLIX | Jackery |
|---|---|---|
| The small pair (288 Wh) | Anker SOLIX C300 | Jackery Explorer 300 Plus |
| The popular mid-size pair (1,024 Wh) | Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 | Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 |
| The expandable pair (about 2 kWh) | Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 | Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus |
| The standalone pair (about 2 kWh) | Anker SOLIX S2000 | Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 |
| The home backup pair (3,072 Wh) | Anker SOLIX F3000 | Jackery Explorer 3000 v2 |
Anker SOLIX and Jackery at brand level
Before the model pairs, here is how the two companies differ. See our full brand guides to Anker SOLIX and Jackery.
| Specification | Anker SOLIX | Jackery |
|---|---|---|
| Models in our catalogue | 14 | 11 |
| Cell chemistry in our pairs | LFP (lithium iron phosphate) in all five | LFP (lithium iron phosphate) in all five |
| Warranty in our pairs | 5 years on three of the five (the C1000 Gen 2 is not yet named in Anker's UK policy table); not stated on the C2000 Gen 2 and F3000 pages | 3+2 years on all five (3 years, plus 2 more; the Explorer 300 Plus page also advertises a 5-year warranty) |
| Fixed and plug-in range in our catalogue | SOLIX X1 and E10 home batteries, and the Solarbank 2, 3 and 4 plug-in batteries | SolarVault 3 Pro (plug-in) and SolarVault 3 Pro Max (home battery) |
| Warranty on the fixed and plug-in range | 10 years on the Solarbank 2 Pro, 2 Plus, 3 and 4 and on the X1; not published for the Solarbank 2 AC | 10 years on both SolarVault models |
| Expandable portable models | The C2000 Gen 2 (one BP2000), F3000 (up to three BP3000) and F3800 (up to six) take extra batteries; the C300, C1000 Gen 2 and S2000 do not | The Explorer 1000 Plus, 1000 Plus v2 and 2000 Plus take extra batteries; the 1000 v2 and 3000 v2 in our pairs are standalone |
Anker SOLIX C300 vs Jackery Explorer 300 Plus
Both hold exactly 288 Wh and deliver 300 W from the AC outlets, which makes them phone-and-laptop units for short outages, camping and travel. This is the closest match in the catalogue on both capacity and output.
The small pair (288 Wh)
| Specification |  Anker SOLIX C300 |  Jackery Explorer 300 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 288 Wh | 288 Wh (22.5 Ah at 12.8 V) |
| AC output (continuous) | 300 W through the AC outlets | 300 W rated, 1 AC outlet |
| AC output (surge) | 600 W ('SurgePad') | 600 W peak |
| AC charging | 330 W (US page, 120 V model) | Not stated as watts (10 A maximum) |
| Mains charging time | 80% in 50 minutes | 2 hours |
| Solar input | 100 W max, XT60 connector, 11-28 V | 100 W maximum, 12 to 27 V, 5 A |
| Weight | About 4.1 kg (9.1 lb, US page) | 3.75 kg |
| Backup switchover (EPS) | Under 10 ms (UPS function, US comparison table) | Not stated |
| Noise level | 25 dB at 1 m | Whisper quiet; no decibel figure stated |
| Cycle life | Not published by Anker (the page says LFP cells power it for 'a decade') | 3,000 cycles to 80% or more (specification table); the FAQ says 1,500 cycles to about 80% |
| Expansion | No: Anker lists no expansion battery | Not stated for this model |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years standard plus 2 years extended (the page also advertises a 5-year warranty) |
Green cells mark the clearly better value where a higher or lower number is better. Capacity is never marked, because more is not automatically better. Level rows and rows without a clear direction are not marked. Differences smaller than about a tenth are not marked.
Our read
On the headline numbers the two are level: the same capacity, the same 300 W output, the same 600 W surge and the same 100 W solar input. The weights are within 10% of each other (about 4.1 kg against 3.75 kg), so we do not mark them. The differences are in what each page states. Anker gives a charging power (330 W, from its US 120 V page), a mains charge to 80% in 50 minutes, a switchover time and a noise figure of 25 dB; Jackery's page gives no switchover time and no decibel figure, but it does publish a cycle rating where Anker's page gives none. Jackery's own page contradicts itself on cycle life (3,000 cycles in the table, 1,500 in the FAQ).
Full pages: Anker SOLIX C300 · Jackery Explorer 300 Plus · Compare these two in the tool
Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 vs Jackery Explorer 1000 v2
This is the size most people search for: 1,024 Wh on both sides, enough for a fridge for some hours or camping with a few devices. Neither unit expands.
The popular mid-size pair (1,024 Wh)
| Specification |  Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 |  Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1,024 Wh | 1,024 Wh |
| AC output (continuous) | 2,000 W in total across 3 AC outlets (better value) | 1,500 W rated, 2 AC ports |
| AC output (surge) | 3,000 W peak | 3,000 W peak |
| AC charging | Up to 1,600 W with UltraFast on (switched on in the Anker app); standard charging draws up to 1,200 W | 10 A maximum (about 2,200 W at 220 V; Jackery gives the current, not the watts) |
| Mains charging time | 100% in 49 minutes with UltraFast on | 77 minutes (50 minutes in Emergency Charging mode through the app) |
| Solar input | 600 W max, MPPT (better value) | 400 W maximum |
| Weight | 11.29 kg | 10.6 kg (23.4 lb) |
| Backup switchover (EPS) | UPS, 10 ms | 10 ms or less (the description says under 20 ms) |
| Noise level | Under 20 dB | Under 22 dB |
| Cycle life | 4,000 cycles to at least 80% capacity | 4,000 cycles to 70% or more of capacity |
| Expansion | Not expandable | No: the Tech Specs list no expansion port |
| Warranty | 5 years under Anker's UK policy for LiFePO4 models; the C1000 Gen 2 is not yet named in the policy's model table | 3 years standard plus 2 years extended (3+2 years) |
Green cells mark the clearly better value where a higher or lower number is better. Capacity is never marked, because more is not automatically better. Level rows and rows without a clear direction are not marked. Differences smaller than about a tenth are not marked.
Our read
Anker SOLIX publishes the higher continuous output (2,000 W against 1,500 W) and the higher solar input (600 W against 400 W); the surge rating is the same at 3,000 W. The weights are within 10% (11.29 kg against 10.6 kg), as are the noise figures (under 20 dB against under 22 dB) and the switchover (10 ms on both pages). Both quote 4,000 cycles, but Anker's is to at least 80% of capacity and Jackery's to 70%, so Anker's is the stricter claim. Both fast-charge modes need switching on in an app, and the charge times are not like for like: Anker's 49 minutes is with UltraFast on, Jackery's 50 minutes is in Emergency Charging mode.
Full pages: Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 · Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 · Compare these two in the tool
Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 vs Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus
Both hold about 2 kWh and both can be expanded with extra batteries, which makes them the like-for-like pair among the expandable models. The Jackery is the older design: its UK page lists it as discontinued, with a new version expected in late 2026.
The expandable pair (about 2 kWh)
| Specification |  Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 |  Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2,048 Wh | 2,042 Wh (2,042.8 Wh, 45.6 Ah at 44.8 V, in the manual) |
| AC output (continuous) | 2,400 W in inverter mode (230 V, 10.5 A max) | 3,000 W maximum from 3 AC outlets (UK page) (better value) |
| AC output (surge) | 4,000 W peak | 6,000 W surge peak (UK page and US manual) (better value) |
| AC charging | 2,300 W max (230 V, 10 A) | About 2,300 W (calculated from 230 V × 10 A) |
| Mains charging time | 80% in 45 minutes; a full charge takes 58 minutes using AC and solar together | 1.7 hours (UK and EU pages) |
| Solar input | 800 W max through an XT60i port | 1,400 W maximum together (two DC ports) (better value) |
| Weight | 18.9 kg (better value) | 27.9 kg (61.5 lb) |
| Backup switchover (EPS) | 10 ms (listed as UPS) | Within 20 ms (Jackery calls it a non-professional UPS function that does not support 0 ms switching) |
| Noise level | 30 dB below 1,000 W | 30 dB or less while charging in Quiet-Charging Mode |
| Cycle life | 4,000 cycles to 80% capacity (Anker's comparison table) | 4,000 cycles to about 70% of original capacity |
| Expansion | One Anker SOLIX BP2000 expansion battery (2,048 Wh) for up to 4 kWh in total | Up to 5 add-on Battery Pack 2000 Plus units, from 2 kWh to 12 kWh (UK page) |
| Warranty | Not stated on the product page | 3 years standard plus 2 years extended |
Green cells mark the clearly better value where a higher or lower number is better. Capacity is never marked, because more is not automatically better. Level rows and rows without a clear direction are not marked. Differences smaller than about a tenth are not marked.
Our read
Jackery's published numbers are higher on output (3,000 W against 2,400 W), surge (6,000 W against 4,000 W), solar input (1,400 W against 800 W) and expansion (up to 12 kWh against 4 kWh). Anker's unit is far lighter, 18.9 kg against 27.9 kg, and quotes a 10 ms switchover against 20 ms. Mains charging power is level at about 2,300 W, though Jackery's figure is our calculation from its voltage and current, not a number it prints. Anker's product page states no warranty, whereas Jackery states 3+2 years. Check availability before you plan around the Jackery.
Full pages: Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 · Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus · Compare these two in the tool
Anker SOLIX S2000 vs Jackery Explorer 2000 v2
Both hold about 2 kWh and neither is listed as expandable, so this is the pair for someone who wants one box and no upgrade path. The two take different approaches to output: the S2000 trades power for cycle life.
The standalone pair (about 2 kWh)
| Specification |  Anker SOLIX S2000 |  Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2,010 Wh | 2,048 Wh |
| AC output (continuous) | 1,500 W rated, pure sine wave | 2,200 W rated (2 AC ports in the table, 3 outlets in the text) (better value) |
| AC output (surge) | 3,000 W peak | 4,400 W peak (better value) |
| AC charging | Up to 1,600 W with UltraFast Mode on (Anker app); the default is capped at 1,150 W | Not stated as watts (10 A maximum) |
| Mains charging time | Full in 2.3 hours at the default 1,150 W cap (Anker's lab test) | 77 minutes for a full charge; 69 minutes in emergency charging |
| Solar input | Not published by Anker | 400 W maximum |
| Weight | 16.2 kg (35.7 lb) (better value) | 18.5 kg |
| Backup switchover (EPS) | UPS switchover under 10 ms | 10 ms or less (UPS function) |
| Noise level | Not published by Anker in dB (Silent Mode in the app reduces fan noise) | 30 dB or less while charging in Quiet Charging Mode; discharging not stated |
| Cycle life | 6,000 cycles to 80% capacity and 10,000 cycles to 60% (better value) | 4,000 cycles to 70% or more of original capacity |
| Expansion | No: Anker's comparison table lists the S2000 as not expandable | Not stated for this model |
| Warranty | 5 years of product coverage (Anker footnote) | 3 years standard plus 2 years extended |
Green cells mark the clearly better value where a higher or lower number is better. Capacity is never marked, because more is not automatically better. Level rows and rows without a clear direction are not marked. Differences smaller than about a tenth are not marked.
Our read
Jackery's published output is higher (2,200 W against 1,500 W continuous and 4,400 W against 3,000 W surge) and its page gives a solar limit (400 W), which Anker's page does not. Anker's S2000 is lighter (16.2 kg against 18.5 kg) and rates its cell life higher, at 6,000 cycles to 80% against 4,000 to 70%. The Anker's default mains charge is slower on paper (2.3 hours at the 1,150 W cap, against 77 minutes), though Anker's UltraFast Mode raises the cap to 1,600 W. Neither page gives a plain decibel figure for running noise.
Full pages: Anker SOLIX S2000 · Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 · Compare these two in the tool
Anker SOLIX F3000 vs Jackery Explorer 3000 v2
Both hold exactly 3,072 Wh and are pitched for outages and off-grid cabins. The F3000 is a pre-order on Anker's page, and Anker's pages mix North American 120 V figures with the 230 V adapter, so some of its numbers may not apply to a UK or EU unit.
The home backup pair (3,072 Wh)
| Specification |  Anker SOLIX F3000 |  Jackery Explorer 3000 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 3,072 Wh (51.2 V, 60 Ah) | 3,072 Wh |
| AC output (continuous) | 3,600 W (stated in the product name) | 3,600 W, three 230 V 13 A sockets |
| AC output (surge) | Not stated | 7,200 W |
| AC charging | 1,800 W max on the 120 V cable (North American version); 3,600 W max on 230 V with Anker's EV charging adapter | Not stated as watts (0-100% in 1.8 hours) |
| Mains charging time | Not stated (the 120 V cable is listed as under 3 hours at 15 A max) | 0-100% in 1.8 hours; 1.4 hours with AC and 54 V DC together |
| Solar input | 2,400 W (1,600 W high-voltage input plus 800 W low-voltage input) (better value) | 1,000 W maximum |
| Weight | 41.5 kg (91.5 lb) | About 27 kg (59.5 lbs) (better value) |
| Backup switchover (EPS) | 20 ms (UPS) | Under 20 ms (0.02 seconds or less) |
| Noise level | 35 dB at 1,800 W | As low as 27 dB at 25 °C and a 20% load, in silent charging mode |
| Cycle life | 4,000 cycles; the capacity left at the end is not stated | Up to 4,000 cycles; capacity left not published |
| Expansion | Up to 3 expansion batteries (Anker SOLIX BP3000, 3,072 Wh each), for 3 to 12 kWh in total | No: a standalone system |
| Warranty | Not stated on the pages we read | 3+2 years |
Green cells mark the clearly better value where a higher or lower number is better. Capacity is never marked, because more is not automatically better. Level rows and rows without a clear direction are not marked. Differences smaller than about a tenth are not marked.
Our read
The continuous output is level at 3,600 W. Anker's page gives more solar input (2,400 W against 1,000 W, split over two inputs) and room to expand to 12 kWh, where the Explorer 3000 v2 is a standalone unit. Jackery's unit is much lighter, about 27 kg against 41.5 kg, and its page gives a surge rating (7,200 W) that Anker's does not. The F3000 page gives no warranty and no mains charging time on its 230 V adapter, so the charging rows are not like for like. Both are portable power stations, not fixed home batteries: feeding house circuits from either is electrical work for a qualified electrician.
Full pages: Anker SOLIX F3000 · Jackery Explorer 3000 v2 · Compare these two in the tool
Side by side in words
Numbers in a table miss the bigger picture. Here is how the two brands differ on the points that matter when you choose.
| Specification | Anker SOLIX | Jackery |
|---|---|---|
| Range and sizes | In our catalogue the portable range runs from the 288 Wh C300 through the 1,024 Wh C1000 Gen 2 and 2,048 Wh C2000 Gen 2 to the 3,072 Wh F3000 and the 3,840 Wh F3800 (expandable to 26,880 Wh). The S2000 sits at 2,010 Wh. | The range starts at 256 Wh with the Explorer 240 v2 and runs through 512, 1,024 and 2,048 Wh models up to the 3,072 Wh Explorer 3000 v2. The Plus series is the expandable line. |
| Warranty | 5 years on the C300, C1000 Gen 2 (under Anker's UK policy for LiFePO4 models) and S2000. The C2000 Gen 2 and F3000 pages we read state no warranty. | 3+2 years on all five models in our pairs: 3 years standard plus 2 more. The Explorer 300 Plus page also advertises a 5-year warranty. |
| Fast charging | Anker's UltraFast mode is switched on in its app: 100% in 49 minutes on the C1000 Gen 2 and up to 1,600 W on the S2000, against 1,150 W by default. The C2000 Gen 2 charges at 2,300 W with 80% in 45 minutes. | Jackery offers an Emergency Charging mode, switched on in its app, which shortens the charge on several models: 50 minutes on the Explorer 1000 v2 against 77 in standard mode. Jackery mostly gives the current rather than the watts. |
| Solar input | 100 W on the C300, 600 W on the C1000 Gen 2, 800 W on the C2000 Gen 2 and 2,400 W on the F3000. The S2000 page publishes no limit. | 100 W on the Explorer 300 Plus, 400 W on the 1000 v2 and 2000 v2, 1,400 W on the 2000 Plus and 1,000 W on the 3000 v2. |
| Surge ratings | Anker states 600 W on the C300, 3,000 W on the C1000 Gen 2 and S2000 and 4,000 W on the C2000 Gen 2. The F3000 page gives no surge rating. | Jackery states a peak on the Explorer 300 Plus (600 W), 1000 v2 (3,000 W), 2000 Plus (6,000 W), 2000 v2 (4,400 W) and 3000 v2 (7,200 W). |
| App and smart features | The Anker app switches modes such as UltraFast charging and Silent Mode, per the product pages. | The Jackery app controls features such as Emergency Charging mode and silent charging, per the product pages. |
| Beyond power stations | The Solarbank range is plug-in solar-and-battery equipment for balcony and home use. In Great Britain, plug-in batteries were excluded from the August 2026 plug-in solar rules, so check the rules for your country first. | The SolarVault 3 Pro and Pro Max are home batteries that give backup power in a cut; Jackery describes them as grid-connected systems. |
Which should you choose?
Neither brand is the right answer for everyone. These are the situations where each one fits better, based on the published figures above.
Choose Anker SOLIX if
- You want a lighter unit at about 2 kWh: Anker's C2000 Gen 2 (18.9 kg) is lighter than the Explorer 2000 Plus (27.9 kg), and the S2000 (16.2 kg) lighter than the Explorer 2000 v2 (18.5 kg). Overall Anker is lighter in 2 of the 3 pairs where the gap is clear.
- You want more solar input at the top end: the F3000 states 2,400 W against 1,000 W, and the C1000 Gen 2 states 600 W against 400 W.
- You care about cell life on paper: the S2000 states 6,000 cycles to 80%, against 4,000 cycles to 70% for the Explorer 2000 v2.
- You want to add batteries later in a small step: the C2000 Gen 2, F3000 and F3800 all take Anker expansion batteries.
Choose Jackery if
- You want the highest published output at about 2 kWh: the Explorer 2000 Plus states 3,000 W and the 2000 v2 2,200 W, against 2,400 W and 1,500 W for the Anker pair.
- You want a warranty length stated on every model: Jackery states 3+2 years on all five in our pairs, where two of Anker's five pages state none.
- You want a surge rating on every model: Jackery states one on all five, and Anker's F3000 page does not.
- You want the biggest expansion path at about 2 kWh: the Explorer 2000 Plus is listed up to 12 kWh against 4 kWh for the C2000 Gen 2.
What we could not compare
A comparison is only as good as its data. Here is where the published information ran out, so you know what the tables cannot tell you.
- Several cells show 'Not stated' or 'Not published': 7 of 60 on Anker SOLIX's side and 6 on Jackery's. That means the maker's page text we read gives no figure, not that the product lacks the feature.
- Anker's C300 figures for charging power, weight and switchover come from its US pages, and the F3000 page mixes 120 V figures with a 230 V adapter, so those numbers may not match a UK or EU unit. The F3000 and the Jackery Explorer 300 Plus are a pre-order and a sold-out listing respectively.
- Cycle life is quoted to different end points: Anker to 80% (or 60% at 10,000 cycles on the S2000), Jackery mostly to 70%. A higher cycle number to 70% is not the same as a longer life to 80%.
- Fast-charge times are quoted with a mode switched on in the maker's app (UltraFast on Anker, Emergency Charging on Jackery), and noise figures use different test conditions, so we show them but do not rank them.
- We did not compare price, real-world run time, noise in daily use, app quality or after-sales support. These matter and we have not tested them.
Common questions about Anker SOLIX vs Jackery
Is Anker SOLIX or Jackery better?
Neither is better across the board. In our five matched pairs the two are level on output at 288 Wh and 1,024 Wh, Jackery publishes the higher output at about 2 kWh, and Anker's units are lighter in most pairs. Pick by the size you need and what you will use it for, not by brand.
Which brand has the longer warranty?
Jackery states 3+2 years (3 years standard plus 2 more) on all five models in our pairs. Anker states 5 years on three of its five, and the C2000 Gen 2 and F3000 pages we read give none. Check the seller's listing for the terms that apply where you live.
Which is lighter at the same capacity?
Anker's unit is clearly lighter in two of the three pairs where the weight gap is clear (about 18.9 kg against 27.9 kg at 2 kWh expandable, and 16.2 kg against 18.5 kg at the standalone 2 kWh), and Jackery's in the 3,072 Wh pair. At 288 Wh and 1,024 Wh the weights are within 10%, so we do not mark them.
Which charges faster from the mains?
It depends on the mode. Anker publishes charging power and a time with UltraFast on (49 minutes for the C1000 Gen 2), while Jackery mostly gives a time and a current, with an Emergency Charging mode in its app (50 minutes on the Explorer 1000 v2). These are the makers' own figures under their own test conditions.
Can an Anker SOLIX or Jackery power station run my whole home?
Both brands pitch their largest units for home backup, but they are portable power stations, not fixed home batteries. Connecting either to house circuits is electrical work for a qualified electrician, and the rules differ by country: see our country guides.
Why these five pairs?
We matched each Anker SOLIX model to the closest Jackery model in capacity from the models in our catalogue, because people shop by size first. If you would like a different pairing, build your own with Compare For Yourself.
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