Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 Runtime Calculator
1,070 Wh LiFePO4 · 1,500 W AC (3,000 W surge) · runs a 34 W CPAP with humidifier about 17–20 h
Specs verified 9 Oct 2026 from jackery.com
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At a glance
What the Explorer 1000 v2 runs
From its 1,500 W AC outlets, 3 of 6 listed devices last their usual hours, the fridge, microwave (1,000 w cooking power) and space heater do not.
- Tight fit
Fridge 123 W
14–17 h
It runs about 17 h 1 min, short of the 24 h you need. Runtime at its 41 W average, as the compressor cycles.
- Runs briefly
Microwave (1,000 W cooking power) 1500 W
31–34 min
The Explorer 1000 v2 runs it, but only for about 33 min at 1,500 W.
- Runs briefly
Space heater 1500 W
31–34 min
The Explorer 1000 v2 runs it, but only for about 33 min at 1,500 W.
- Runs it
TV 120 W
6 h
120 W running and a 120 W startup peak fit within the Explorer 1000 v2's 1,500 W continuous and 3,000 W surge ratings.
- Runs it
CPAP with humidifier 34 W
17–20 h
34 W running and a 34 W startup peak fit within the Explorer 1000 v2's 1,500 W continuous and 3,000 W surge ratings.
- Runs it
Wi-Fi router 10 W
35–45 h
10 W running and a 10 W startup peak fit within the Explorer 1000 v2's 1,500 W continuous and 3,000 W surge ratings.
Spec sheet
Explorer 1000 v2 verified specs
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Our take
What the Explorer 1000 v2 is good at, and what to watch for
KiloHour take Pick it if you want a light 1kWh station with fast wall charging and quiet running, but 1,500W continuous and 400W of solar trail several rivals in its class.
The Explorer 1000 v2 holds 1,070Wh of LiFePO4 at 23.8 lb (10.8 kg), which is light for a 1kWh station. Jackery rates its three AC outlets at 1,500W continuous with a 3,000W surge peak, and it adds two USB-C ports (one 100W, one 30W), a USB-A port and a 12V 10A car port.
The selling points on Jackery's page are fast wall charging and quiet running. Jackery says its Emergency Super Charge mode fills the battery from 0 to 100 percent in one hour, while the spec table lists 1.58 hours on the standard AC adapter. It also claims switchover under 20 ms when used as backup, operation around 30 dB, 4,000 cycles to 70 percent or more capacity, and a 3+2 year warranty when bought from jackery.com. Note that Jackery's cycle rating is to 70 percent capacity, while most rivals quote 80 percent, so the 4,000 figures are not directly comparable.
The weak spots are output and solar. 1,500W continuous is lower than several rivals in the same capacity class, so high-draw appliances such as space heaters or large microwaves may trip it. Solar input tops out at 400W across two 8mm DC ports, which means a full solar recharge takes most of a sunny day. The battery is not expandable, and Jackery itself now points shoppers on this page toward its newer HomePower 1000 v2.
Same brand
Other Jackery models
| Model | Capacity | AC output | Solar input | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer 600 v2Smaller | 640 Wh (−430 Wh) | 500 W | 200 W | 14.11 lb |
| Explorer 1000 PlusLarger | 1,264 Wh (+194 Wh) | 2,000 W | 800 W | 32 lb |
| Explorer 1500 UltraLarger | 1,536 Wh (+466 Wh) | 1,800 W | 800 W | 38.6 lb |
Alternatives
Other brands near 1,070 Wh
| Model | Capacity | AC output | Solar input | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anker SOLIX C1000-1% capacity | 1,056 Wh (−14 Wh) | 1,800 W | 600 W | 28.44 lb |
| DJI Power 1000 V2-4% capacity | 1,024 Wh (−46 Wh) | 2,600 W | Not published | Not published |
| EcoFlow DELTA 3-4% capacity | 1,024 Wh (−46 Wh) | 1,800 W | 500 W | 27.6 lb |
FAQ
Explorer 1000 v2 questions
Answers use the same published specs and labelled assumptions as the calculator.
How long will the Explorer 1000 v2 last?
1,070 Wh stored, about 963 Wh of it usable at the typical estimate. At its full 1,500 W rating it empties in about 31–34 min.
What is the Explorer 1000 v2 solar input?
Up to 400 W of panels. A single 200 W panel needs about 1.5 sunny days; panels at the full 400 W need about 3.6 peak-sun hours. Panels are assumed to deliver 75% of their rating.
Can the Explorer 1000 v2 run a CPAP overnight?
Yes: 2 nights of 8 hours from a CPAP drawing 34 W with its heated humidifier and tube on (ResMed's measured figure).
How many watts can the Explorer 1000 v2 power?
1,500 W continuous. Motor starts can briefly pull up to 3,000 W.
Does the Explorer 1000 v2 work as a UPS?
Jackery lists a 20 ms switchover when wall power drops.