WattSiftJackery Explorer 1500 v2 vs Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
Which should you choose?
Jackery Explorer 1500 v2
Choose Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 if more continuous output (200 W higher).
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
Ultra supports up to 800 W solar input, twice the v2's rating. That makes it more appealing for a charging setup built around higher solar input.
Core differences
Power output
Jackery Explorer 1500 v2200 W higher
Jackery Explorer 1500 v22,000 W
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra1,800 W
Portability
Jackery Explorer 1500 v26.63 lb lighter
Jackery Explorer 1500 v232 lb
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra38.6 lb
Solar input
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra400 W higher
Jackery Explorer 1500 v2400 W
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra800 W
Price and buying options
| Price information | Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 | Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Recent recorded price | ||
| Price per Wh | $0.52/Wh | $0.78/Wh |
| 30-day average | $852.59 | $1,105.58 |
| 90-day average | $801.25 | $1,088.37 |
| 180-day average | $775.23 | $1,046.81 |
| Historical low | $699.00 | $899.00 |
| Historical high | $999.00 | $1,399.00 |
Fit / scenario
| Specification | Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 | Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Camping | Good fit | Good fit |
| RV | Conditional fit | Conditional fit |
| Home Backup | Conditional fit | Conditional fit |
| Emergency | Conditional fit | Strong fit |
| CPAP | Good fit | Strong fit |
Detailed Specification Comparison
| Specification | Jackery Explorer 1500 v2 | Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1,536 Wh | 1,536 Wh |
| Continuous output | 2,000 W | 1,800 W |
| Surge output | 4,000 W | 3,600 W |
| Weight | 32 lb | 38.6 lb |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Solar input | 400 W | 800 W |
| AC recharge | — | 1,600 W |
| Outputs | ||
| AC | ×3 | ×3 |
| USB-C | ×1 | ×2 |
| USB-A | Not recorded | ×1 |
| 12V / Car | Not recorded | ×1 |
| Inputs | ||
| AC | Not recorded | ×1 |
| 12V / Car | Not recorded | ×2 |
| Expandability | — | Base only |
| UPS / EPS | Yes | — |
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