PORTABLE POWER · MODEL COMPARISON
Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 vs BLUETTI AC180
A lighter carry or more continuous output: the choice depends on what you will run and how often you will move it.
For easier carrying
The Jackery is lighter on the published specifications. Put it on your shortlist if moving the unit is a regular part of the job.
For more rated output
The AC180 offers more continuous AC output and a lower observed price. Check your load requirements before choosing.
The Home Briefing's assessment of manufacturer specifications; neither product has been hands-on tested by The Home Briefing.
The specifications side by side
| Measure | Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 | BLUETTI AC180 |
|---|---|---|
| Price snapshot | $559 | $499 |
| Battery capacity | 1,070 Wh | 1,152 Wh |
| Rated AC output | 1,500 W total | 1,800 W total |
| Weight | About 23.8 lb | About 35.27 lb in technical specifications* |
| Dimensions, L × W × H | 12.87 × 8.82 × 9.72 in | 13.39 × 9.72 × 12.48 in |
| Cell chemistry | LiFePO₄ | LiFePO₄ |
| Published cycle claim | 4,000 to at least 70% capacity | 3,500+ to 80% capacity |
| Maximum solar input | 400 W | 500 W |
| AC outlets | 3 | 4 |
| Manufacturer source | Jackery product page | BLUETTI product page |
Prices observed on 20 September 2026, before any additional taxes or shipping. Confirm the exact unit and current offer; bundles and subscriptions differ.
What changes the decision?
Carrying: Jackery's lower published weight is its clearest practical advantage here. Consider the route from storage to where you will use it, especially stairs or repeated lifting.
Output: the AC180's additional 300 W of rated AC output may matter when loads run together. Its extra 82 Wh is a smaller capacity difference; neither number establishes real appliance runtime. These differences are calculated from the specifications above.
Price: the observed standalone-unit gap is $60 in BLUETTI's favour. Recheck it at purchase and include any required cables or panels.
Two claims need care
Cycle life is not directly ranked. The remaining-capacity thresholds differ, so the larger cycle count does not establish the longer-lived battery.
*BLUETTI's weight figures conflict. Its technical section lists 35.27 lb, while promotional copy lists 37 lb. The table uses the technical section. Confirm the exact shipping model if weight is decisive. Check BLUETTI's published details.
Special surge or boost modes are excluded from the continuous-output row. Before buying, verify startup loads, connector requirements and charging limits in the exact model's documentation.