Product Review · Updated November 2026
Jackery HomePower 1000 Plus v2 Review: The New “Jackery 1000 Plus”
The Jackery 1000 Plus sold new today is the HomePower 1000 Plus v2: a 1,024Wh LFP station with 1,800W of output (3,600W surge) at 23.8 lb that expands to about 11kWh. It is not the older Explorer 1000 Plus. The v2 is lighter, with less capacity and half the solar input, but far more room to grow.
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Capacity
1,024
Watt-hours (LFP)
AC Output
1,800
Watts (3,600W surge)
Weight
23.8
Pounds
Solar Input
400
Watts max (2 ports)
Shopping for the older model? See what changed from the Explorer 1000 Plus.
Jackery 1000 Plus vs. 1000 Plus v2: What Changed
Most pages that rank for “Jackery 1000 Plus” still describe the Explorer 1000 Plus. That is a different, larger machine. Jackery's own Amazon listings for it describe a 1,264Wh LiFePO4 unit with 2,000W of output that expands to 5kWh with its own battery packs. Those listings showed “Currently unavailable” when we checked them on November 1, 2026, though Jackery's store still lists the model. The HomePower 1000 Plus v2 went on sale in the US on August 27, 2026 (Jackery launch release via pv magazine; CleanTechnica).
| Spec | Explorer 1000 Plus (older) | HomePower 1000 Plus v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1,264 Wh (LFP) | 1,024 Wh (LFP) |
| Continuous AC output | 2,000W | 1,800W (3,600W surge) |
| Expansion | To about 5 kWh with Explorer 1000 Plus battery packs | To about 11 kWh with up to five 2kWh packs |
| Solar input | 800W (third-party spec tables*) | 400W across two DC8020 ports |
| Weight | About 32 lb (third-party spec tables*) | 23.8 lb |
Older-model capacity, output and expansion come from Jackery's Amazon listing titles and its US store listing. *We could not load Jackery's Explorer 1000 Plus spec page, so its solar and weight figures come from third-party spec tables such as SolarSpecHub. Treat them as approximate.
In short, the v2 trades about 240Wh, 200W of continuous output and half the solar input for a lighter case and twice the expansion ceiling. Do not mix up the batteries either. Jackery says the Explorer 1000 Plus packs only work with the Explorer 1000 Plus. The v2 uses 2kWh packs, which Backup Power Hub and 9to5Toys name as the Battery Pack 2000 Plus v2. We could not confirm that name on Jackery's own spec page, so check compatibility with Jackery before you buy a pack.
HomePower 1000 Plus v2: Overview
Jackery aims the HomePower line at home backup, and the 1000 Plus v2 is the entry point. Its four AC outlets are split across two circuits you can control separately in the Jackery app. You mark one as the priority circuit and set a battery level at which the other one switches off, so a fridge or router keeps running after the less important loads shut down (Amazon listing).
For backup, Jackery quotes a UPS switchover of 10ms or less and built-in 3kV/1,000J surge protection, with pure sine-wave output (Jackery release; CleanTechnica). The LFP cells are rated to keep at least 70% of their capacity after 6,000 cycles. Jackery says the unit charges at temperatures as low as 14°F and carries a 5-year warranty (Amazon listing; GearBrain).
Jackery also says a CTB 2.0 (cell-to-body) battery design makes it 18% smaller than the Explorer 1000 v2. The published size is 12.4 × 7.9 × 9.2 in, and the weight is 23.8 lb, about half a pound more than the Explorer 1000 v2 (23.3 lb). Outputs are four 120V AC outlets, a 140W USB-C port, a 30W USB-C port, an 18W USB-A port and a 12V/10A car socket (CleanTechnica).
HomePower 1000 Plus v2 vs. Other 1–2kWh Stations
Specs come from our product database. Prices are current Amazon prices, and ratings are our scores out of 100.
| Generator | Capacity | Output | Solar In | Expands | Our score | Price | Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Jackery HomePower 1000 Plus v2 | 1,024 Wh | 1,800W | 400W | To ~11 kWh | 88 | Check price at Amazon → | View → |
| Jackery Explorer 1000 V2 | 1,024 Wh | 1,500W | 400W | No | 93 | $559.00 | View → |
| Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 | 1,024 Wh | 2,000W | 600W | No | 92 | $529.99 | View → |
| EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus | 1,024 Wh | 1,800W | 1,000W | To ~5 kWh | 89 | $719.00 | View → |
| Bluetti Elite 200 V2 | 2,074 Wh | 2,600W | 1,000W | Not confirmed | 91 | $898.99 | View → |
The closest rival is the EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus. It has the same 1,024Wh and 1,800W, also takes an extra battery, and accepts 1,000W of solar against the Jackery's 400W. The Jackery is 3.8 lb lighter and can grow about twice as far. The Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 has more output (2,000W) and 600W of solar but cannot be expanded. The Bluetti Elite 200 V2 starts at about twice the capacity, so it is the better pick if you want 2kWh on day one rather than building up to it. For the full 1kWh field, see our best 1000Wh solar generators. For stations that grow, see the expandable power station guide.
HomePower 1000 Plus v2 vs. Explorer 1000 v2
This is the “Jackery 1000 vs 1000 Plus” question, and the two weigh the same. They differ in purpose:
| Spec | HomePower 1000 Plus v2 | Explorer 1000 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1,024 Wh | 1,024 Wh |
| Output / surge | 1,800W / 3,600W | 1,500W / 3,000W |
| AC outlets | 4, on two app-controlled circuits | 3 |
| Expansion | To about 11 kWh | None |
| Solar input | 400W | 400W |
| Weight | 23.8 lb | 23.3 lb |
| Our score | 88/100 | 93/100 |
| Price | Check price at Amazon → | $559.00 |
Pick the Explorer 1000 v2 if 1kWh is all you will ever need
For camping, tailgates and short outages, the Explorer 1000 v2 does the same job with the same capacity at slightly less weight. Compare the live prices in the table above. Pick the HomePower 1000 Plus v2 if you want the extra 300W of output, the fourth outlet with circuit control, or the option to add batteries later. Our Explorer 1000 v2 review covers that model in full.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Grows from 1kWh to about 11kWh with up to five 2kWh packs
- ✓ 1,800W continuous / 3,600W surge in a 23.8 lb case
- ✓ Two app-controlled AC circuits keep priority loads running longer
- ✓ UPS switchover of 10ms or less, plus 3kV/1,000J surge protection
- ✓ Fast wall charging: 1.25 hours, or 50 minutes in Emergency Charging Mode (Jackery)
- ✓ LFP rated to 70% after 6,000 cycles; 5-year warranty
Cons
- ✗ Solar tops out at 400W, low for a station that can reach 11kWh
- ✗ DC8020 solar connectors, so many third-party panels need an adapter cable
- ✗ 120V only; no 240V output published
- ✗ Less capacity (1,024Wh) than the older Explorer 1000 Plus and the Explorer 1000 v2
- ✗ The expansion pack model is not yet confirmed on Jackery's own spec page
Real-World Runtime: How Long Will It Last?
Plan on about 85% of the rated capacity reaching your devices after inverter losses. That is roughly 870Wh on the base unit and 2,570Wh with one 2kWh pack (we assume 2,000Wh per pack). Runtime = usable Wh ÷ load. These are planning estimates, not measurements.
| Typical load | Approx. draw | Base unit | + one 2kWh pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi router + modem | 20 W | ~44 hours | ~129 hours |
| CPAP (no heated humidifier) | 40 W | ~22 hours | ~64 hours |
| Fridge (averaged over its on/off cycle) | 60 W | ~15 hours | ~43 hours |
| Fridge + router + LED lights + phones | 300 W | ~2.9 hours | ~8.6 hours |
| Space heater on low or microwave | 1,000 W | ~52 minutes | ~2.6 hours |
| Maximum continuous output | 1,800 W | ~29 minutes | ~1.4 hours |
Jackery's launch release says the base unit can run a standard refrigerator for up to 19 hours. Our estimate of about 15 hours assumes a fridge averaging 60W, so treat Jackery's figure as a best case for an efficient fridge. The priority-circuit feature helps here: put the fridge on the priority circuit, and the other circuit shuts off at the battery level you choose. To size your own loads, use the solar size calculator.
Charging & Solar Input
| Source | Published figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| AC wall | 1.25 h full; 50 min in Emergency Charging Mode | Amazon listing; Emergency mode is switched on in the Jackery app. The launch release also quotes 80% in 36 minutes. |
| Solar | 400W total, two DC8020 inputs | 16–60V, 12A per port; 21A / 400W combined (CleanTechnica) |
| AC + solar | Full in as little as 47 min | Jackery launch release |
| Car / alternator | Supported via the DC inputs | Jackery groups DC-DC alternator charging with solar under the 400W limit. CleanTechnica lists an 8A car input. |
The 400W solar figure is low, but it is real. Jackery's launch release, CleanTechnica, GearBrain and GearJunkie all give the same 400W maximum. Each port accepts up to 60V, but the two ports together are capped at 400W. Sources differ on solar charge time. Jackery's release says “as little as” 2 hours 43 minutes, while its product spec table, as reported by Backup Power Hub and 9to5Toys, says about 3.3 hours in ideal sun. Panels rarely deliver their full rating, so plan on about 75%. At that rate, 400W of panels returns about 300W, or roughly 3.5 hours of strong sun to refill the base unit from empty.
That ceiling is the main weakness of an expandable system. A fully expanded 11kWh stack would need about 37 hours of strong sun at 300W, more than a week of good days, to refill through 400W of panels. Solar here works for topping up, not as the main power source. If solar is your priority, the Delta 3 Plus takes 1,000W. To match panels to the DC8020 ports, see our solar panel setup guide. You can also buy the unit in a bundle with a 200W Jackery panel and the 8020 cable:
Expansion Batteries and 120V vs. 240V
- How far it grows: Jackery says “up to 5 battery packs” for a total of 11kWh (Amazon listing). Its launch release and CleanTechnica describe those as 2kWh packs. One pack takes you to about 3kWh, and five take you to about 11kWh.
- Which pack: Backup Power Hub and 9to5Toys name it as the Battery Pack 2000 Plus v2. We could not confirm this on Jackery's own spec page. Confirm the model with Jackery before you buy, and do not assume Explorer 1000 Plus packs will fit.
- 120V only: CleanTechnica lists four 120V AC outlets for North America. We found no 240V output in Jackery's materials, and GearBrain notes that nothing in Jackery's announcement points to 240V or a direct home-panel connection. For 240V loads such as a well pump or a dryer circuit, look at the larger stations in our smart home panel guide.
Expansion only makes sense if you will actually use it. If you know you want 2–3kWh from the start, compare a 2kWh station such as the Elite 200 V2 against the v2 plus one pack, using the live prices in the table above.
Who Should Buy the HomePower 1000 Plus v2 — and Who Shouldn't
Buy it if you…
- ✓ Want a 1kWh backup now with a clear path to 3–11kWh later
- ✓ Keep a router, desktop or fridge plugged in full time. The 10ms UPS and surge protection suit that (see power station vs. UPS)
- ✓ Like the idea of a priority circuit that keeps essentials on longer
- ✓ Need to carry it. At 23.8 lb it is one of the lightest 1kWh stations we track
Skip it if you…
- ✗ Will never add a battery. The Explorer 1000 v2 covers camping and short outages
- ✗ Rely on solar. The Delta 3 Plus takes 1,000W
- ✗ Need 240V or a whole-home panel. Read our transfer switch guide first
- ✗ Want the most output per dollar on 120V. The Anker C1000 Gen 2 gives 2,000W
Full Specifications
| Battery capacity | 1,024 Wh (LiFePO4) |
| AC output | 1,800W continuous · 3,600W surge · pure sine wave |
| Output voltage | 120V (no 240V output published) |
| AC outlets | 4, split across two independently controlled circuits |
| USB / DC | USB-C 140W + USB-C 30W · USB-A 18W · 12V/10A car socket |
| Solar input | 400W max over two DC8020 ports (16–60V, 12A each) |
| AC charging | 1.25 h; 50 min in Emergency Charging Mode (Jackery) |
| Expandability | Up to 5 battery packs, about 11 kWh total |
| UPS switchover | 10 ms or less |
| Surge protection | 3kV / 1,000J |
| Weight | 23.8 lb |
| Dimensions | 12.4 × 7.9 × 9.2 in |
| Cycle life | 6,000 cycles to at least 70% capacity |
| Low-temperature charging | Down to 14°F (−10°C) |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Sources: the Jackery Inc Amazon listing, Jackery's launch release, CleanTechnica and GearBrain. Sources disagree on AC input wattage (1,000–1,600W), so we leave it out.
Verdict
The HomePower 1000 Plus v2 is the light 1kWh Jackery to buy if you plan to grow it.
It packs 1,800W, a fast UPS, a priority circuit and an 11kWh ceiling into 23.8 lb. It rates 88/100 in our scoring. That score comes from published specs and the Amazon price we logged on November 7. It loses points on value per watt-hour and on its 400W solar limit. If you will never expand, the Explorer 1000 v2 (93/100) is the simpler buy. If solar matters most, look at the Delta 3 Plus (89/100).
Sources & Data Verification
We do not physically test units. This review is built from manufacturer specs, launch coverage and the Amazon listing. Runtime figures are planning estimates. Specs we could not confirm from at least two independent sources are labeled or left out. Jackery's product pages did not load for us when we checked, so the Jackery-issued launch release and Jackery's Amazon listing are our manufacturer sources. Read more on our Editorial Standards page.
- • Jackery (via pv magazine Australia) — Jackery introduces HomePower 1000 Plus V2 (press release, Aug 31, 2026)
- • CleanTechnica — Jackery adds capability, expandability to new HomePower 1000 Plus v2 (Aug 31, 2026)
- • GearBrain — HomePower 1000 Plus V2: what buyers should know
- • GearJunkie — HomePower 1000 Plus V2 review (400W solar, DC8020 connectors)
- • Backup Power Hub — HomePower 1000 Plus v2 spec summary; 9to5Toys — launch deal coverage (expansion pack name, solar charge time)
- • SolarSpecHub — Explorer 1000 Plus spec table (older model, solar and weight)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HomePower 1000 Plus v2 the same as the Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus?
No. The Explorer 1000 Plus is the older model: 1,264Wh, 2,000W of output, and expansion to about 5kWh with its own battery packs. The HomePower 1000 Plus v2 has 1,024Wh and 1,800W (3,600W surge), weighs 23.8 lb, and expands to about 11kWh with up to five 2kWh packs. Explorer 1000 Plus batteries should not be assumed to work with the v2.
How much solar input does the Jackery HomePower 1000 Plus v2 take?
Up to 400W total across two DC8020 inputs, according to Jackery's launch release and CleanTechnica. Each port accepts 16–60V at up to 12A. Jackery's solar charge times range from “as little as” 2 hours 43 minutes to about 3.3 hours in ideal sun. At a realistic 75% of panel rating, plan on about 3.5 hours.
How fast does the HomePower 1000 Plus v2 recharge from a wall outlet?
Jackery's Amazon listing gives 1.25 hours from a wall outlet, or 50 minutes with Emergency Charging Mode turned on in the Jackery app. Jackery's launch release adds that it reaches 80% in 36 minutes, and that AC plus solar together can fill it in as little as 47 minutes.
Is the HomePower 1000 Plus v2 expandable, and which batteries work?
Yes. Jackery says it takes up to five battery packs for about 11kWh in total, and describes them as 2kWh packs. Third-party coverage names the pack as the Battery Pack 2000 Plus v2. We could not confirm that on Jackery's own spec page, so check compatibility with Jackery before you buy.
Does the HomePower 1000 Plus v2 have 240V output?
No 240V output has been published. CleanTechnica lists four 120V AC outlets for North America, and nothing in Jackery's announcement points to 240V or a direct home-panel connection. For 240V loads, you need a larger split-phase station.
Should I buy the Jackery HomePower 1000 Plus v2 or the Explorer 1000 v2?
Buy the Explorer 1000 v2 if about 1kWh will always be enough. It has the same capacity (1,024Wh) at a slightly lighter 23.3 lb. Buy the HomePower 1000 Plus v2 if you want 1,800W instead of 1,500W, a fourth outlet with priority-circuit control, a faster UPS, or the option to add batteries up to about 11kWh.