Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus
A 1,264 Wh LiFePO4 portable power station with 2,000 W rated output that Jackery says can be expanded to 5,056 Wh with three add-on batteries.
- Best for expandable backup power
- Power station
- 1,264 Wh
- Expandable
- Made by Jackery.
- Capacity: 1,264 Wh with LiFePO4 cells, rated for 4,000 cycles to 70% capacity. Jackery says up to 3 add-on batteries take it to 5,056 Wh.
- Output: 2,000 W rated with a 4,000 W surge peak, on 2 AC outlets (230 V).
- Charging: Jackery gives 1.7 hours from the wall; solar charging takes from 18 hours (1 panel) to 3 hours (6 panels).
- Weighs 14.5 kg. Jackery's page lists Silent Charging Mode at 30 dB or less.
Not tested by us
We have not tested the Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus. 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
1,264 Wh
Capacity
2,000 W
Rated output
5,056 Wh
Maximum with add-on batteries
Specifications
Last checked on 11 November 2026. The grey text under each name explains what the value means.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage | |
| CapacityHow much energy the battery stores. Bigger means longer runtime or more of your own solar power used later. | 1,264 Wh (the page's feature list rounds this to 1,260 Wh) |
| Battery chemistryLFP (lithium iron phosphate) cells are known for long life and stable behaviour with heat. | LiFePO4 |
| 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. | 4,000 cycles to 70% or more of original capacity |
| ExpansionExtra battery units that add storage to the same system. | Yes: from 1,264 Wh up to 5,056 Wh with 3 add-on batteries (Jackery FAQ) |
| 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. | 2,000 W rated, 2 ports, 230 V, 50 Hz, 8.7 A |
| AC output (surge)A short burst above the continuous rating, for appliances that draw more power when they start. | 4,000 W peak |
| USB-APorts for phones, tablets and small devices. | 2 ports, 18 W maximum each |
| USB-CPorts for laptops, phones and tablets. Power delivery up to 100 W can charge most laptops. | 2 ports, 100 W maximum each |
| Car outletA 12 V socket like the one in a car, for car accessories. | 1 port, 12 V, 10 A |
| Pass-through chargingWhether it can power devices while it is itself being charged. | Yes: Jackery says you can run devices while recharging from solar |
| 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. | 1.7 hours (Jackery's feature list says about 100 minutes) |
| Solar inputHow much solar panel power it accepts. A higher figure fills the battery faster on a sunny day. | 2 DC ports, 12 to 60 V, 11 A maximum each, up to 22 A and 800 W together |
| Solar charging timeHow long a full charge takes from solar panels, in the conditions the maker names. | 1 panel: 18 h; 2 panels: 9 h; 3 panels: 6 h; 4 panels: 4.5 h; 6 panels: 3 h. The panel model is not named in that line of the specification. |
| Car chargingCharging from a car's 12 V or 24 V socket while driving. Slow, but useful on the road. | 14.5 hours from a 12 V car socket |
| Backup switchover (EPS)What happens when the grid fails. EPS means it takes over automatically. | Not stated |
| Housing and warranty | |
| Dimensions (L × W × H)Check the space before you buy, including room around it for airflow and cables. | 35.6 × 26 × 28.3 cm (14 × 10.24 × 11.14 in). Jackery does not name the axes. |
| WeightMatters for lifting, wall mounting and moving it. | 14.5 kg (32 lb) |
| 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. | 30 dB or less in Silent Charging Mode (Jackery app) |
| WarrantyThe period the maker covers. Read the terms: conditions and capacity guarantees differ. | 3+2 years |
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
- Up to 3 add-on batteries, which Jackery says take capacity up to 5,056 Wh. The page does not name the battery pack model.
- Solar panels
- Jackery lists solar charging with SolarSaga panels; the 100 W SolarSaga is shown in the specifications.
- App
- The Jackery app, to see battery level, input and output and to switch Silent Charging Mode.
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
- 2,000 W rated output with 4,000 W surge peak (Jackery's figures)
- Expandable to 5,056 Wh with add-on batteries (Jackery's figure)
- Fast mains charging: 1.7 hours (Jackery's figure)
- LiFePO4 cells rated for 4,000 cycles to 70% capacity
- 3+2-year warranty
Worth checking before you buy
- At 14.5 kg it is heavy to carry
- Jackery's page does not name the add-on battery model
- Backup switchover time and ingress protection are not stated
- Jackery also sells an Explorer 1000 Plus v2 (1,024 Wh, 1,800 W), a different model
- 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 shows the product as available to order. Warranty at publication: 3+2 years.
Where this information comes from
We have not tested the Explorer 1000 Plus. Figures come from Jackery's UK product page (feature list, Tech Specs and FAQ), last checked on 11 November 2026. A value Jackery 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
Can the Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus be expanded?
Yes. Jackery's FAQ says it can go from 1,264 Wh to 5,056 Wh with 3 add-on batteries.
How much can the Explorer 1000 Plus power at once?
Jackery rates it at 2,000 W continuous with a 4,000 W surge peak. Add up the watts of your devices and stay below the rating.
Is the Explorer 1000 Plus 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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