Goal Zero Yeti 1500 vs Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus
Two 1,000 Wh class 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: Goal Zero Yeti 1500, 1,505 Wh vs 1,265 Wh.
- More AC output: about the same (2,000 W vs 2,000 W).
- Higher surge: Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus, 4,000 W vs 3,600 W.
- More solar input: Goal Zero Yeti 1500, 900 W vs 800 W.
- Higher solar voltage limit: about the same (60 V vs 60 V).
- Lighter: Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus, 32 lb vs 52.8 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus, $619 vs $1,500.
Yeti 1500 and Explorer 1000 Plus differ mainly in size: Yeti 1500 has the biggest battery at 1,505 Wh. Explorer 1000 Plus is the lightest at 32 lb. Yeti 1500 takes the most solar at 900 W, so it refills fastest. Explorer 1000 Plus is the cheapest at $619.
How long they run common devices
| Device | Goal Zero Yeti 1500 | Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 21 hours | 18 hours |
| CPAP (40 W) | 32 hours | 27 hours |
| Starlink (100 W) | 13 hours | 11 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 21 hours | 18 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 |  Goal Zero |  Jackery |
|---|---|---|
Battery Wh, size | 1,505 Wh fridge about 21 hours | 1,265 Wh fridge about 18 hours |
AC output W, continuous | 2,000 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear | 2,000 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear |
Surge W, a second or two | 3,600 W motor start-ups | 4,000 W motor start-ups |
Solar input W, max | 900 W full in about 2.5 hours | 800 W full in about 2.5 hours |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | 12.3 to 60 V, 13.2 to 30 V 2 panels in series fits | 12 to 60 V 2 panels in series fits |
Solar inputs count | 2 inputs HPP, 8mm | 2 inputs DC8020 |
Weight lb | 52.8 lb wheels or two people | 32 lb two hands |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 29 Wh/lb higher is denser | 40 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $1,500 1.00 $/Wh | $619 0.49 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $1.00 lower is better value | $0.49 lower is better value |
| Buy | $1,500 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | $619 · 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
$1,500 at the Goal Zero store, checked Oct 28, 2026
$619 at the Jackery store, checked Oct 28, 2026
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