BLUETTI EP500 vs Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus
Two large 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 (5,120 Wh vs 5,040 Wh).
- More AC output: Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus, 7,200 W vs 2,000 W.
- Higher surge: Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus, 14,400 W vs 4,800 W.
- Higher solar voltage limit: Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus, 450 V vs 145 V.
- Lighter: Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus, 134.5 lb vs 167 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: BLUETTI EP500, $2,999 vs $3,499.
EP500 and Explorer 5000 Plus are the same size class: within 80 Wh of each other. Explorer 5000 Plus is the lightest at 134.5 lb. EP500 is the cheapest at $2,999. We do not have a confirmed solar input for all of them yet, so that comparison is left out.
How long they run common devices
| Device | BLUETTI EP500 | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 3 days | 3 days |
| CPAP (40 W) | 5 days | 4 days |
| Starlink (100 W) | 44 hours | 43 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 3 days | 3 days |
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 |  BLUETTI |  Jackery |
|---|---|---|
Battery Wh, size | 5,120 Wh fridge about 3 days | 5,040 Wh fridge about 3 days |
AC output W, continuous | 2,000 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear | 7,200 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear |
Surge W, a second or two | 4,800 W motor start-ups | 14,400 W motor start-ups |
Solar input W, max | 1,200 W full in about 6 hours | n/a not confirmed yet |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | 55 to 145 V room for 3+ panels in series | 135 to 450 V, 11 to 60 V room for 3+ panels in series |
Solar inputs count | 1 input PV input | 3 inputs High-PV (MC4), Low-PV (DC8020) |
Weight lb | 167 lb wheels or two people | 134.5 lb wheels or two people |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 31 Wh/lb higher is denser | 37 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $2,999 0.59 $/Wh | $3,499 0.69 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $0.59 lower is better value | $0.69 lower is better value |
| Buy | $2,999 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | $3,499 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 |
Which solar panels work with each
Our checker at 20°F, using each maker's voltage and current rules. Tap a verdict for the wiring and cables.
Where to buy
Out of stock at the BLUETTI store when we checked
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