EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus vs Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 Compared

Specs side by side

Specs from manufacturer pages, not our own tests. Checked 16 October 2026.
Spec	EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus	Jackery Explorer 1000 v2
Capacity	1,024 Wh	1,070 Wh
Battery	LiFePO4 (LFP)	LiFePO4 (LFP)
Rated cycle life	4,000 cycles to 80%+	4,000 cycles to 70%+
AC output (continuous)	1,800 W (2,200 W with X-Boost)	1,500 W
Surge or peak	3,600 W	3,000 W
AC outlets	6 AC outlets	3 AC outlets
USB ports	2 USB-C (140 W max each), 2 USB-A (36 W max each)	2 USB-C (100 W, 30 W), 1 USB-A (18 W)
Wall charging	1,500 W, 0 to 100% in 56 min	Full in about 1 h in Emergency Super Charging mode
Max solar input	1,000 W (2 × 500 W)	400 W (2 DC inputs)
UPS switchover	Under 10 ms	20 ms or less (Jackery AU page)
Expandable	Yes, up to 5 kWh with extra battery	No
Weight	12.5 kg (27.6 lb)	10.8 kg (23.8 lb)
Size	398 × 202 × 283.6 mm	327 × 224 × 247 mm
Warranty	5 years	3 years + 2 year extension when bought direct

Our sources are the EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus product page, EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus user manual (ports) and the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 product page, Jackery AU product page (UPS and charge time). Specs can change between versions and regions (these are the US 120 V versions), so check the maker page before you buy. We have left prices out because they change often.

Runtime example with a fridge and Wi-Fi

Using the same method as our power station runtime calculator, a full size fridge at 150 W for 12 hours a day plus a 20 W router all day is 2,280 Wh a day (about 95 W on average). With 85% inverter efficiency and a 10% reserve, here is how long each lasts.

EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus (1,024 Wh) lasts about 8 h 15 min
Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 (1,070 Wh) lasts about 8 h 37 min

Covering a full day of that load needs about 2,980 Wh, so for longer outages plan on solar recharging, an expandable model or a second unit. Plug in your own appliances in the calculator for a personal figure.

Pros and cons

EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus

Pros

1,800 W output, 3,600 W surge
Under 10 ms UPS
Expandable to 5 kWh
1,000 W solar input
5 year warranty

Cons

Heavier at 12.5 kg
Bigger footprint

Jackery Explorer 1000 v2

Pros

Lightest of the pair at 10.8 kg
1,070 Wh, slightly more capacity
Full charge in about 1 hour in Emergency Super Charging mode
3 + 2 year warranty when bought direct

Cons

Only 3 AC outlets
1,500 W output limit
400 W solar input
Not expandable
Cycle rating is to 70% capacity, not 80%

Who should buy which

EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus. Buy the DELTA 3 Plus if it will live at home as outage backup, you want to grow capacity later or you plan to charge from solar panels.

Jackery Explorer 1000 v2. Buy the Explorer 1000 v2 if you will carry it often, need only essentials and do not plan to expand. Jackery also now sells the HomePower 1000 v2, so compare both on its site.

Not sure a 1 kWh station is enough for your home? Compare every option in our home backup power options guide.

Frequently asked questions

Which has more battery capacity, DELTA 3 Plus or Explorer 1000 v2?

The Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 lists 1,070 Wh and the EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus lists 1,024 Wh, so the Jackery stores about 4% more out of the box. The DELTA 3 Plus can add extra batteries up to 5 kWh, but the Explorer 1000 v2 cannot expand.

Which is better for a power outage at home?

On the maker specs the DELTA 3 Plus suits home backup better, with a UPS switchover under 10 ms (Jackery lists 20 ms or less), six AC outlets against three, 1,800 W output and optional expansion. The Jackery is the better pick if weight matters most.

How long will each run a fridge?

Using our calculator method (a fridge at 150 W for 12 hours a day plus a 20 W router, 85% inverter efficiency and a 10% reserve) the DELTA 3 Plus lasts about 8 hours and the Explorer 1000 v2 about 8.5 hours. Your fridge may use more or less, so check with our runtime calculator.

Can either run a full size refrigerator?

Both list enough continuous output for a typical fridge (1,500 W and 1,800 W) and surge ratings of 3,000 W and 3,600 W for the compressor starting. Check your fridge label for its running watts.

Have you tested these power stations?

No. This comparison uses the specifications published on each maker's own product pages, checked on 16 October 2026, plus our runtime calculator method. We do not publish hands on test results we have not run.

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