EcoFlow RIVER Max Plus 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 720 Wh.
- More AC output: Jackery Explorer 1000 v2, 1,500 W vs 600 W.
- Higher surge: Jackery Explorer 1000 v2, 3,000 W vs 1,200 W.
- More solar input: Jackery Explorer 1000 v2, 400 W vs 200 W.
- Higher solar voltage limit: Jackery Explorer 1000 v2, 60 V vs 25 V.
- Lighter: EcoFlow RIVER Max Plus, 17.6 lb vs 23.8 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: about the same ($499 vs $519).
RIVER Max Plus and Explorer 1000 v2 differ mainly in size: Explorer 1000 v2 has the biggest battery at 1,070 Wh. RIVER Max Plus is the lightest at 17.6 lb. Explorer 1000 v2 takes the most solar at 400 W, so it refills fastest. RIVER Max Plus is the cheapest at $499.
How long they run common devices
| Device | EcoFlow RIVER Max Plus | Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 10 hours | 15 hours |
| CPAP (40 W) | 15 hours | 23 hours |
| Starlink (100 W) | 6 hours | 9 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 10 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 | 720 Wh fridge about 10 hours | 1,070 Wh fridge about 15 hours |
AC output W, continuous | 600 W Fridge, CPAP, laptops, lights | 1,500 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear |
Surge W, a second or two | 1,200 W motor start-ups | 3,000 W motor start-ups |
Solar input W, max | 200 W full in about 5 hours | 400 W full in about 4 hours |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | 10 to 25 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 | 17.6 lb one hand | 23.8 lb two hands |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 41 Wh/lb higher is denser | 45 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $499 0.69 $/Wh | $519 0.49 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $0.69 lower is better value | $0.49 lower is better value |
| Buy | $499 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | $519 · 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 EcoFlow store when we checked
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