Head to head
Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 vs Goal Zero Yeti 1000X
Lifetime cost can't be compared here — Explorer 1000 v2 doesn't publish a cycle rating to the 80% standard; on price alone the Explorer 1000 v2 is cheaper. For raw power, the Explorer 1000 v2 leads with 1,500 W continuous and 3,000 W surge. The Explorer 1000 v2 carries more energy (1,070 vs 997 Wh), and Yeti 1000X recharges faster from solar (600 W input cap). Run your own appliances through the Load Builder to see which one fits your load.
| Explorer 1000 v2 | Yeti 1000X | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $449 ★ best | $999 |
| Lifetime $/kWh | — | $2.00 |
| Capacity | 1,070 Wh ★ best | 997 Wh |
| AC output | 1,500 W | 1,500 W |
| Surge | 3,000 W | 3,000 W |
| Max solar input | 400 W | 600 W ★ best |
| UPS switchover | 20 ms | — |
| Rated cycles | — | 500 |
| CPAP nights | ~2.8 ★ best | ~2.6 |

