Jackery Explorer 500
Jackery

Jackery Explorer 500

37.9/100
C
#178 of 194 overall
#15 in Jackery
$299$0.58/Wh
Under $300
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€312
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Performance Matrix

Battery
518Wh
AC Output
500W
Solar Input
100W
Weight
6 kg· 13.3 lbs
Cycles
500
UPS
—

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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Photography & Video

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Camera Battery Charger (30W)14.7 hours
LED Light Panel (100W)4.4 hours
Drone Charger (70W)6.3 hours
Laptop (65W)6.8 hours
27" Monitor (40W)11.0 hours

Runtimes are estimates. Fridges, AC units, humidifiers and similar devices are modeled with realistic duty cycles so numbers reflect average draw, not peak wattage.

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 14.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 6.3 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.8 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 11.0 hours

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 22.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 44.0 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 11.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.8 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 21.0 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 21.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 44.0 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 11.0 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 22.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.8 hours

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 0.9 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 88.1 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 1.0 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 22.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 44.0 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 88.1 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 21.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 44.0 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 22.0 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.7 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.8 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 22.0 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 21.0 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 12.2 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 36.7 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 1.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 22.0 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.9 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 2.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 22.0 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 3.7 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.9 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 21.0 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 22.0 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 6.8 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 11.0 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 22.0 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 44.0 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 21.0 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 22.0 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.7 hours

Job Sites runtime estimates

  • Circular Saw (1800W): 0.2 hours
  • Corded Drill (700W): 0.6 hours
  • Air Compressor (1000W): 1.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 22.0 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 21.0 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.7 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 44.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.8 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 11.0 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 21.0 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.8 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.7 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.6 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.9 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 10.5 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.6 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 21.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.8 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.7 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 21.0 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 12.2 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 22.0 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 21.0 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.7 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 22.0 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 21.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.8 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.7 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 21.0 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 10.5 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.7 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.7 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 1.0 hours

Pros

  • Strong Noise Level: 37.9
  • Strong Weight: 6.04
  • Strong Portable: Yes
  • Strong Ac Wave Quality: Pure Sine Wave

Cons

  • Low Ac Power Surge: 1000
  • Low Max Solar Input: 100
  • Low Pass Through Charging: No
  • Low Smart Charging: No
  • Low Fast Charging: No

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Technical Score Breakdown

Physical95.6
AC Power58.1
Charging20
Advanced Features0
Price95
Warranty51
Battery17.8
Connectivity0

Capacity Position

Jackery Explorer 500
90 Wh518 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Battery
Max Extra Batteries
0
Battery Capacity Wh
518
Battery Lifespan Cycles
500
Expandable Capacity
No
Product Info
Model Name
Explorer 500
Product Url
https://www.jackery.com/products/explorer-500w-portable-power-station
Brand
Jackery
Price
Price Description
40% off from $499
Base Price
299.00
Cost Per Wh
0.58
Physical
Dimensions
30.1 x 19.3 x 24.2 cm
Operating Temp
Charge: -10~40°C, Discharge: -10~40°C
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
85.8
Noise Level
37.9
Weight
6.04
Portable
Yes
AC Power
Ac Output Amps
1x AC outlet
Ac Power Surge
1000
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
Ac Power Continuous
500
DC Power
Dc Output
3x USB-A 5V/2.4A, 2x DC ports, Car Port 12V/10A
Charging
Solar Connector Type
DC 8mm
Solar Panel Compatibility
Jackery SolarSaga 100W
Charger Type
AC adapter (wall charger)
Max Solar Panels
1
Max Solar Input
100
Ac Charge Speed
450
Pass Through Charging
No
Smart Charging
No
Fast Charging
No
Advanced Features
Ups Functionality
No
Parallel Expansion
No
Connectivity
Wireless Charging
No
App Control
No
Bluetooth
No
Wifi Connectivity
No
Warranty
Warranty
2

Competitor Comparison

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Spec
Jackery Explorer 500
This model
Jackery Explorer 500
37.9 / C
Jackery Explorer 600 v2
VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1000
Anker SOLIX C800
Anker SOLIX
Anker SOLIX C800
65.6 / B
Overall score37.966.365.965.6
Capacity518 Wh640 Wh828 Wh768 Wh
AC output500 W500 W1,000 W1,200 W
Weight6 kg · 13.3 lbs6.4 kg · 14.1 lbs14.5 kg · 32 lbs10.9 kg · 24 lbs
Battery cycles5006,0003,0003,000
UPS switch time—10 ms20 ms20 ms
Max solar input100 W200 W300 W300 W
Price$299$380$370$349
Cost per Wh$0.58/Wh$0.59/Wh$0.45/Wh$0.45/Wh

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