EcoFlow RIVER vs Jackery Explorer 300
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: about the same (288 Wh vs 292 Wh).
- More AC output: EcoFlow RIVER, 600 W vs 300 W.
- Lighter: Jackery Explorer 300, 7.5 lb vs 11 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: Jackery Explorer 300, $289 vs $349.
RIVER and Explorer 300 are the same size class: within 4 Wh of each other. Explorer 300 is the lightest at 7.5 lb. Explorer 300 is the cheapest at $289. We do not have a confirmed solar input for all of them yet, so that comparison is left out.
How long they run common devices
| Device | EcoFlow RIVER | Jackery Explorer 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 4 hours | 4 hours |
| CPAP (40 W) | 6 hours | 6 hours |
| Starlink (100 W) | 2.5 hours | 2.5 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 4 hours | 4 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 | 292 Wh fridge about 4 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 | n/a not confirmed yet |
Solar input W, max | 200 W full in about 2 hours | n/a not confirmed yet |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | 10 to 25 V 1 panel, or 2 in parallel | n/a not confirmed yet |
Solar inputs count | 1 input Solar input | 1 input Solar input |
Weight lb | 11 lb one hand | 7.5 lb one hand |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 26 Wh/lb higher is denser | 39 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $349 1.21 $/Wh | $289 0.99 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $1.21 lower is better value | $0.99 lower is better value |
| Buy | $349 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | $289 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 |
Which solar panels work with each
| One panel | EcoFlow RIVER | Jackery Explorer 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Jackery SolarSaga 200 JS-200E | Works | Not enough data |
| Jackery SolarSaga 200 JS-200D | Works, with a catch | Not enough data |
| EcoFlow 400W Portable Solar Panel | Don't connect | Not enough data |
| EcoFlow NextGen 220W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel | Works | Not enough data |
| EcoFlow 100W Rigid Solar Panel | Works | Not enough data |
| EcoFlow 100W Flexible Solar Panel | Works | Not enough data |
| EcoFlow 110W Portable Solar Panel | Works | Not enough data |
| EcoFlow NextGen 160W Portable Solar Panel | Works | Not enough data |
| EcoFlow 175W Rigid Solar Panel | Don't connect | Not enough data |
| Jackery SolarSaga 100 Air | Don't connect | Not enough data |
| Jackery SolarSaga 100 Prime | Works | Not enough data |
| Renogy 250W N-Type Bifacial Solar Panel | Works | Not enough data |
| BLUETTI PV200D | Works, with a catch | Not enough data |
| BLUETTI SP200L Solar Panel | Works, with a catch | Not enough data |
| Renogy E.Flex 200W Portable Solar Panel | Works, with a catch | Not enough data |
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
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