BigBlue CellPowa 2500vsJackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
Head-to-head comparison of scores, specs, and features.
Winner
BigBlue CellPowa 2500
71.3Grade B+
Price
$994.99
AC Power
2500W
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
69.1Grade B+
Price
$999.00
AC Power
1800W
BigBlue CellPowa 2500wins by2.18points overall.
The Verdict
Overall take
Buy BigBlue CellPowa 2500 if
- Better Max Solar Input: 1200 vs 800
- Better Ups Switch Time: 10 vs 20
- Better Ac Power Continuous: 2500 vs 1800
Buy Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra if
- Better Brand: Jackery vs BigBlue
- Better Warranty: 5 vs 2
- Better Battery Lifespan Cycles: 4000 vs 3500
Top 3 Key Differences
Brand
BigBluevs Jackery
Score: 0 vs 80
Warranty
2vs 5
Score: 51 vs 100
Max Solar Input
1200vs 800
Score: 100 vs 70
Performance by Category
ChargingBigBlue CellPowa 2500 wins
BigBlue CellPowa 2500
100.0
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
94.0
AC PowerBigBlue CellPowa 2500 wins
BigBlue CellPowa 2500
100.0
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
89.3
ConnectivityTie
BigBlue CellPowa 2500
75.0
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
75.0
PriceBigBlue CellPowa 2500 wins
BigBlue CellPowa 2500
87.5
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
81.6
BatteryTie
BigBlue CellPowa 2500
42.7
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
44.4
PhysicalJackery Explorer 1500 Ultra wins
BigBlue CellPowa 2500
79.0
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
88.6
Advanced FeaturesBigBlue CellPowa 2500 wins
BigBlue CellPowa 2500
66.7
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
58.9
WarrantyJackery Explorer 1500 Ultra wins
BigBlue CellPowa 2500
51.0
Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra
100.0
Full Technical Specifications
| Feature | BigBlue CellPowa 2500 | Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Ac Charge Speed | 120 | 90 |
| Charger Type | AC wall charger (1200W), solar (XT60, 1200W), 12V car charging (240W, 2x 12V barrel inputs) | ChargeShield 2.0, AC adapter included |
| Fast Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Max Solar Input | 1200 | 800 |
| Max Solar Panels | 6 | 4 |
| Pass Through Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Solar Connector Type | XT60 female | DC 8mm |
| Solar Panel Compatibility | 12-65V / 22.5A (max 25A), 1200W max; 3 PV inputs, daisy-chain 2 panels per input (max 6 panels) | Jackery SolarSaga 200W compatible |
| AC Power | ||
| Ac Output Amps | 20.8A max | 120V 12A (x3) |
| Ac Power Continuous | 2500 | 1800 |
| Ac Power Surge | 5000 | 3600 |
| Ac Wave Quality | Pure Sine Wave | Pure Sine Wave |
| Connectivity | ||
| App Control | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Wifi Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
| Price | ||
| Base Price | 994.99 | 999.00 |
| Bundle Price | $994.99 | 2199.00 |
| Cost Per Wh | 0.54 | 0.65 |
| Price Description | — | 23% off from $1,299 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Capacity Wh | 1843 | 1536 |
| Battery Lifespan Cycles | 3500 | 4000 |
| Expandable Capacity | No | No |
| Max Extra Batteries | 0 | 0 |
| Product Info | ||
| Brand | BigBlue | Jackery |
| Model Name | CellPowa 2500 | Explorer 1500 Ultra |
| Product Url | https://bigblue-tech.com/products/bigblue-cellpowa-2500-portable-power-station?variant=42870322233515 | https://www.jackery.com/products/jackery-explorer-1500-ultra-portable-power-station |
| DC Power | ||
| Dc Output | 2x USB-A 18W, 2x USB-C 45W PD, 2x USB-C 100W PD, 2x DC barrel 12V/5A (5.5x2.1mm), 1x car socket 12V/10A | 1x USB-C 100W, 1x USB-C 30W, 1x USB-A 18W, Car Port 12V/10A |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 28.4 x 27.4 x 32.5 cm | 33.6 x 26.4 x 29.5 cm |
| Energy Density Wh Per Kg | 73.9 | 87.8 |
| Noise Level | 50 | — |
| Operating Temp | 0°C to 45°C (charging), -15°C to 45°C (discharging) | Charge: 0~45°C, Discharge: -15~45°C |
| Portable | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 25 kg · 55 lbs | 17.5 kg · 38.6 lbs |
| Advanced Features | ||
| Parallel Expansion | No | No |
| Ups Functionality | Yes | Yes |
| Ups Switch Time | 10 | 20 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 | 5 |