Anker SOLIX C300X vs Jackery Explorer 300 Plus
Two small power stations, number by number. Neither is ranked above the other. Every spec comes from each maker's manual or product page; tap a station for the source.
- Bigger battery: about the same (288 Wh vs 288 Wh).
- More AC output: about the same (300 W vs 300 W).
- Higher surge: about the same (600 W vs 600 W).
- More solar input: about the same (100 W vs 100 W).
- Higher solar voltage limit: about the same (28 V vs 27 V).
- Lighter: Jackery Explorer 300 Plus, 8.3 lb vs 9.1 lb.
C300X and Explorer 300 Plus are the same size class: within 0 Wh of each other. Explorer 300 Plus is the lightest at 8.3 lb. C300X and Explorer 300 Plus take the most solar at 100 W, so they refill fastest. We do not have a confirmed price for all of them yet, so that comparison is left out.
How long they run common devices
| Device | Anker SOLIX C300X | Jackery Explorer 300 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 4 hours | 4 hours |
| CPAP (40 W) | 6 hours | 6 hours |
| Starlink (100 W) | 2.5 hours | 2.5 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 4 hours | 4 hours |
On a full charge, assuming 85% of the battery is usable. Real devices vary; check the label on yours.
Every spec side by side
| Spec |  Anker SOLIX | Jackery |
|---|---|---|
Battery Wh, size | 288 Wh fridge about 4 hours | 288 Wh fridge about 4 hours |
AC output W, continuous | 300 W CPAP, laptops, lights, phones | 300 W CPAP, laptops, lights, phones |
Surge W, a second or two | 600 W motor start-ups | 600 W motor start-ups |
Solar input W, max | 100 W full in about 4 hours | 100 W full in about 4 hours |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | 11 to 28 V 1 panel, or 2 in parallel | 12 to 27 V 1 panel, or 2 in parallel |
Solar inputs count | 1 input XT60 | 1 input USB-C |
Weight lb | 9.1 lb one hand | 8.3 lb one hand |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 32 Wh/lb higher is denser | 35 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $300 1.04 $/Wh | n/a not confirmed yet |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $1.04 lower is better value | n/a not confirmed yet |
| Buy | $300 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | Details Price not checked yet |
Which solar panels work with each
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