Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus v2
A 1,024 Wh LiFePO4 portable power station with 1,800 W rated output, weighing 10.8 kg and expandable to 11 kWh with extra battery packs.
- Best for expandable backup
- Power station
- 1,024 Wh
- 3+2-year warranty
- Made by Jackery.
- Capacity: 1,024 Wh with LiFePO4 cells rated for 6,000 cycles to 70% capacity.
- Output: 1,800 W rated with 3,600 W surge across 3 AC outlets, and 400 W maximum solar input.
- Expands to about 11 kWh with up to five Battery Pack 2000 Plus v2 units (2,048 Wh each).
- Weighs 10.8 kg. Jackery gives a full charge in as little as 1.25 hours.
Not tested by us
We have not tested the Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus v2. The figures on this page come from the sources listed at the end of the page, checked on 11 November 2026, and we do not show prices. "Best for" is based on what the maker says the product is designed for, not on our own tests.
Key figures
1,024 Wh
Capacity (expandable to 11 kWh)
1,800 W
Rated output
10.8 kg
Weight
Specifications
Last checked on 11 November 2026. The grey text under each name explains what the value means. To see it next to other products, compare it in our comparison tool.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage | |
| CapacityHow much energy the battery stores. Bigger means longer runtime or more of your own solar power used later. | 1,024 Wh |
| Battery chemistryLFP (lithium iron phosphate) cells are known for long life and stable behaviour with heat. | LiFePO4 (LFP) |
| Cycle lifeHow many full charge and discharge cycles the cells are rated for before they hold less than the stated share of their original capacity. | 6,000 cycles to 70% or more of original capacity |
| ExpansionExtra battery units that add storage to the same system. | Up to five Battery Pack 2000 Plus v2 (2,048 Wh each): 3 kWh with one, 5 kWh with two, up to 11 kWh |
| Output | |
| AC output (continuous)The power it can deliver all the time. Add up the watts of what you want to run at once and stay below this. | 3 ports, 230 V, 50 Hz, 7.83 A, 1,800 W rated |
| AC output (surge)A short burst above the continuous rating, for appliances that draw more power when they start. | 3,600 W peak |
| USB-APorts for phones, tablets and small devices. | 1 port, 18 W maximum |
| USB-CPorts for laptops, phones and tablets. Power delivery up to 100 W can charge most laptops. | 2 ports: 30 W and 140 W maximum |
| Car outletA 12 V socket like the one in a car, for car accessories. | 1 DC 12 V port, 10 A |
| Pass-through chargingWhether it can power devices while it is itself being charged. | Not stated |
| Charging | |
| AC chargingHow fast it charges from a wall socket. Higher means a shorter wait. | 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz, 10 A maximum. Charging wattage not stated. |
| Time to charge from the mainsHow long a full charge takes from a wall socket. | As little as 1.25 hours for a full charge |
| Solar inputHow much solar panel power it accepts. A higher figure fills the battery faster on a sunny day. | 400 W maximum, 16 to 60 V, 12 A |
| Solar charging timeHow long a full charge takes from solar panels, in the conditions the maker names. | With SolarSaga 100 W panels: 15 hours with 1, 8 hours with 2, 4 hours with 4. With SolarSaga 200 W panels: 7.5 hours with 1, 3.8 hours with 2. |
| Car chargingCharging from a car's 12 V or 24 V socket while driving. Slow, but useful on the road. | 11 to 16 V input, 8 A maximum |
| Backup switchover (EPS)What happens when the grid fails. EPS means it takes over automatically. | 10 ms or less (UPS function) |
| Housing and warranty | |
| Dimensions (L × W × H)Check the space before you buy, including room around it for airflow and cables. | 31.35 × 20.1 × 23.35 cm, as listed (the page does not say which side is which) |
| WeightMatters for lifting, wall mounting and moving it. | 10.8 kg |
| Operating temperatureThe range it is rated to work in. Cold and heat can reduce performance. | Discharging -10 to 45 °C; charging 0 to 45 °C |
| Noise levelFan noise while working. | Under 30 dB |
| WarrantyThe period the maker covers. Read the terms: conditions and capacity guarantees differ. | 3 years standard plus 2 years extended |
How long will it run your devices?
Choose how many of each device you want to run at the same time. The wattages are typical figures, so check the label on your own devices.
| Device | Typical power | How many |
|---|---|---|
| 10 W | ||
| 10 W | ||
| 15 W | ||
| 60 W | ||
| 80 W | ||
| 80 W | ||
| 40 W | ||
| 1,000 W | ||
| 2,000 W | ||
| 1,000 W | ||
| W |
The estimate assumes 85% of the rated capacity is usable after conversion losses. Jackery does not state this figure, so we use a cautious assumption. Real running times vary with temperature, battery age and how each device draws power.
Compatible with
What Jackery says this product works with. Anything not listed here is not confirmed.
- Extra batteries
- Battery Pack 2000 Plus v2 (2,048 Wh), connected with an expansion cable; up to five packs for about 11 kWh.
- Solar panels
- Jackery lists SolarSaga 100Wair and SolarSaga 200 W panels for charging times. Maximum input is 400 W at 16 to 60 V.
- App
- The Jackery app: battery level, scheduled charging around off-peak hours and priority settings for the AC outputs.
Rules where you live
A portable power station is not wired into your home, so it is simple to use almost anywhere. Connecting one to your home circuits to power the house is different, and the rules for that vary by country. See our country guides for the rules, incentives and prices where you live.
Strengths and things to check
Strengths
- 1,800 W rated output with 3,600 W surge (Jackery's figures)
- Expandable to about 11 kWh with extra battery packs
- LiFePO4 cells rated for 6,000 cycles to 70% capacity
- 10.8 kg, light for its capacity class
- Under 30 dB and a UPS switchover of 10 ms or less
Worth checking before you buy
- 400 W maximum solar input is modest for a 1 kWh unit
- Not stated whether it passes mains power through while charging
- The page does not say which side of the listed dimensions is which
- Extra battery packs cost extra
- Not a home battery: do not connect it to your home circuits in a way that lets it feed the house
Change log
We record changes to this page here, so you can see when figures such as the warranty were last updated.
- 11 November 2026
- Page published. Jackery's page listed the product as a new arrival and available to order, with the 200 W solar bundle expected to start dispatching from 17 November. Warranty at publication: 3+2 years. Built instead of an 'Explorer 1500 v2', which is not on Jackery's site.
Where this information comes from
We have not tested the Explorer 1000 Plus v2. Every figure above comes from Jackery's UK product page, including its Tech Specs, last checked on 11 November 2026. This is a different model from the earlier Explorer 1000 Plus and from the Explorer 1000 v2. A value the page does not state is shown as not stated.
We do not show prices, because they change often and differ between sellers.
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Common questions about Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus v2
Is the Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus v2 the same as the Explorer 1000 Plus?
No. The Explorer 1000 Plus v2 has 1,024 Wh, 1,800 W rated output and 6,000 rated cycles, and Jackery says it is 44% smaller and 26% lighter than the previous generation. Check the exact model name when you buy.
How far can the Explorer 1000 Plus v2 be expanded?
Jackery says it expands up to about 11 kWh: the 1,024 Wh unit plus up to five Battery Pack 2000 Plus v2 units of 2,048 Wh each.
Is the Explorer 1000 Plus v2 the same as a home battery?
No. It is a portable power station that you plug devices into. An installed home battery is wired into your electrics by an electrician. See our guide to plug-in and installed home batteries.
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