EcoFlow RIVER 2 Pro vs Jackery Explorer 1000 v2
Two mid-size 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: Jackery Explorer 1000 v2, 1,070 Wh vs 768 Wh.
- More AC output: Jackery Explorer 1000 v2, 1,500 W vs 800 W.
- Higher surge: Jackery Explorer 1000 v2, 3,000 W vs 1,600 W.
- More solar input: Jackery Explorer 1000 v2, 400 W vs 220 W.
- Higher solar voltage limit: Jackery Explorer 1000 v2, 60 V vs 50 V.
- Lighter: EcoFlow RIVER 2 Pro, 18.2 lb vs 23.8 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: EcoFlow RIVER 2 Pro, $389 vs $519.
RIVER 2 Pro and Explorer 1000 v2 differ mainly in size: Explorer 1000 v2 has the biggest battery at 1,070 Wh. RIVER 2 Pro is the lightest at 18.2 lb. Explorer 1000 v2 takes the most solar at 400 W, so it refills fastest. RIVER 2 Pro is the cheapest at $389.
How long they run common devices
| Device | EcoFlow RIVER 2 Pro | Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 11 hours | 15 hours |
| CPAP (40 W) | 16 hours | 23 hours |
| Starlink (100 W) | 6.5 hours | 9 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 11 hours | 15 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 | 768 Wh fridge about 11 hours | 1,070 Wh fridge about 15 hours |
AC output W, continuous | 800 W Fridge, CPAP, laptops, lights | 1,500 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear |
Surge W, a second or two | 1,600 W motor start-ups | 3,000 W motor start-ups |
Solar input W, max | 220 W full in about 5 hours | 400 W full in about 4 hours |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | 11 to 50 V 1 panel, or 2 in parallel | 12 to 60 V 2 panels in series fits |
Solar inputs count | 1 input Solar input | 2 inputs DC8020 |
Weight lb | 18.2 lb one hand | 23.8 lb two hands |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 42 Wh/lb higher is denser | 45 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $389 0.51 $/Wh | $519 0.49 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $0.51 lower is better value | $0.49 lower is better value |
| Buy | $389 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | $519 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 |
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