EcoFlow RIVER mini vs Jackery Explorer 240 v2
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: Jackery Explorer 240 v2, 256 Wh vs 210 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: EcoFlow RIVER mini, 39 V vs 27 V.
- Lighter: EcoFlow RIVER mini, 6.3 lb vs 7.9 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: Jackery Explorer 240 v2, $249 vs $399.
RIVER mini and Explorer 240 v2 are the same size class: within 46 Wh of each other. RIVER mini is the lightest at 6.3 lb. RIVER mini and Explorer 240 v2 take the most solar at 100 W, so they refill fastest. Explorer 240 v2 is the cheapest at $249.
How long they run common devices
| Device | EcoFlow RIVER mini | Jackery Explorer 240 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 3 hours | 3.5 hours |
| CPAP (40 W) | 4.5 hours | 5.5 hours |
| Starlink (100 W) | 2 hours | 2 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 3 hours | 3.5 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 | 210 Wh fridge about 3 hours | 256 Wh fridge about 3.5 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 3 hours | 100 W full in about 3.5 hours |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | 11 to 39 V 1 panel, or 2 in parallel | 12 to 27 V 1 panel, or 2 in parallel |
Solar inputs count | 1 input DC input | 1 input USB-C (with DC8020-to-USB-C adapter) |
Weight lb | 6.3 lb one hand | 7.9 lb one hand |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 33 Wh/lb higher is denser | 32 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $399 1.90 $/Wh | $249 0.97 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $1.90 lower is better value | $0.97 lower is better value |
| Buy | $399 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | $249 · 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
$399 at the EcoFlow store, checked Oct 28, 2026
Out of stock at the Jackery store when we checked
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