EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max Plus vs Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
Two 1,000 Wh class 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: EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max Plus, 2,048 Wh vs 1,536 Wh.
- More AC output: EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max Plus, 3,000 W vs 1,800 W.
- Higher surge: EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max Plus, 6,000 W vs 3,600 W.
- More solar input: EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max Plus, 1,000 W vs 800 W.
- Higher solar voltage limit: about the same (60 V vs 60 V).
- Lighter: Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra, 38.6 lb vs 48.7 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra, $1,079 vs $1,199.
DELTA 3 Max Plus and Explorer 1500 Ultra differ mainly in size: DELTA 3 Max Plus has the biggest battery at 2,048 Wh. Explorer 1500 Ultra is the lightest at 38.6 lb. DELTA 3 Max Plus takes the most solar at 1,000 W, so it refills fastest. Explorer 1500 Ultra is the cheapest at $1,079.
How long they run common devices
| Device | EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max Plus | Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 29 hours | 22 hours |
| CPAP (40 W) | 44 hours | 33 hours |
| Starlink (100 W) | 17 hours | 13 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 29 hours | 22 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 |  EcoFlow |  Jackery |
|---|---|---|
Battery Wh, size | 2,048 Wh fridge about 29 hours | 1,536 Wh fridge about 22 hours |
AC output W, continuous | 3,000 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear | 1,800 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear |
Surge W, a second or two | 6,000 W motor start-ups | 3,600 W motor start-ups |
Solar input W, max | 1,000 W full in about 3 hours | 800 W full in about 2.5 hours |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | 11 to 60 V 2 panels in series fits | 16 to 60 V 2 panels in series fits |
Solar inputs count | 2 inputs Solar/Car input 1 (XT60i), Solar/Car input 2 (XT60i) | 2 inputs DC8020 |
Weight lb | 48.7 lb wheels or two people | 38.6 lb two hands |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 42 Wh/lb higher is denser | 40 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $1,199 0.59 $/Wh | $1,079 0.70 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $0.59 lower is better value | $0.70 lower is better value |
| Buy | $1,199 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | $1,079 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 |
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