EcoFlow RIVER 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: EcoFlow RIVER, 288 Wh vs 256 Wh.
- More AC output: EcoFlow RIVER, 600 W vs 300 W.
- Higher surge: EcoFlow RIVER, 1,200 W vs 600 W.
- More solar input: EcoFlow RIVER, 200 W vs 100 W.
- Higher solar voltage limit: Jackery Explorer 240 v2, 27 V vs 25 V.
- Lighter: Jackery Explorer 240 v2, 7.9 lb vs 11 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: Jackery Explorer 240 v2, $249 vs $349.
RIVER and Explorer 240 v2 are the same size class: within 32 Wh of each other. Explorer 240 v2 is the lightest at 7.9 lb. RIVER takes the most solar at 200 W, so it refills fastest. Explorer 240 v2 is the cheapest at $249.
How long they run common devices
| Device | EcoFlow RIVER | Jackery Explorer 240 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 4 hours | 3.5 hours |
| CPAP (40 W) | 6 hours | 5.5 hours |
| Starlink (100 W) | 2.5 hours | 2 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 4 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 | 288 Wh fridge about 4 hours | 256 Wh fridge about 3.5 hours |
AC output W, continuous | 600 W Fridge, CPAP, laptops, lights | 300 W CPAP, laptops, lights, phones |
Surge W, a second or two | 1,200 W motor start-ups | 600 W motor start-ups |
Solar input W, max | 200 W full in about 2 hours | 100 W full in about 3.5 hours |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | 10 to 25 V 1 panel, or 2 in parallel | 12 to 27 V 1 panel, or 2 in parallel |
Solar inputs count | 1 input Solar input | 1 input USB-C (with DC8020-to-USB-C adapter) |
Weight lb | 11 lb one hand | 7.9 lb one hand |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 26 Wh/lb higher is denser | 32 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $349 1.21 $/Wh | $249 0.97 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $1.21 lower is better value | $0.97 lower is better value |
| Buy | $349 · 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
$349 at the EcoFlow store, checked Oct 28, 2026
Out of stock at the Jackery store when we checked
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