EcoFlow vs Jackery: Which Power Station is Best for You?

In this article, we compare Ecoflow vs Jackery to see how their power stations stack up against each other. Our review will focus important features, like capacity, output, battery type, recharging times, portability and price.

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About EcoFlow

If you’re looking for enough backup power for a home emergency outage, EcoFlow may be the best choice because of their large capacity. 

EcoFlow makes expandable, high-capacity portable power stations that can be re-charged fast, with a focus on solutions for home backup systems. 

EcoFlow portable power stations are also designed for home integration, with features like expandable battery capacity up to 48,000Wh, UPS mode (uninterruptible power supply) and the ability to connect directly into your home circuit box.

EcoFlow has two product lines – the DELTA Series and the RIVER Series. The DELTA are high-capacity batteries for energy-hungry devices and appliances, while the EcoFlow RIVER are lower-capacity, for smaller low-wattage devices and gadgets.

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About Jackery

If you need mobile power for camping or outdoor events, Jackery might be right for you because of their lightweight, shock-proof design.

Jackery is known for rugged portable power stations that are designed for camping, outdoor events and #vanlife. They also distinguish themselves with sophisticated safety and protection algorithms built into their power stations.

Jackery has three product lines – the Explorer, Explorer Pro and the new Explorer Plus which features better lithium cell technology, longer life span and enhanced safety.

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EcoFlow vs Jackery: Side by Side Comparisons

After comparing different EcoFlow vs Jackery models, we choose EcoFlow as our brand of choice. Its power station provide more capacity, output, charge cycles and outputs, in addition to faster recharge times.

Top Models:

• EcoFlow River 2 versus Jackery 240
• EcoFlow RIVER versus Jackery Explorer 300 Plus
• EcoFlow River 2 Max versus the Jackery Explorer 500
• EcoFlow Delta Max 2000 versus Jackery Explorer 2000 Pro

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EcoFlow DELTA 2 vs Jackery EXPLORER 1000 Plus

• Jackery EXPLORER 1000 Plus has more capacity, expandable from 1264Wh to 5000Wh. EcoFlow DELTA 2’s capacity starts at 10,00Wh and is expandable to 3,000Wh.
• Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus has more charge cycles. Explorer 1000 Plus has 4,000 charge cycles, compared to 3,000 charge cycles for the EcoFlow DELTA 2.
• Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus has more output power, with 2000W output and 4000W surge: EcoFlow DELTA 2 has 1800W AC and 2700W surge output.
• Power stations of this capacity and output can charge:
  • 40W CPAP for 21 to 26 hours
  • 110W LCD TV for 7 to 9 hours
  • 1000W coffee maker for about 45 minutes

Comparison Data

	EcoFlow DELTA 2	Jackery EXPLORER 1000 Plus
Battery Capacity	1000Wh (expands to 3000Wh)	1264Wh (expands to 5000Wh)
Battery Type	LiFePO4 lithium battery	LiFePO4 lithium battery
Charge Cycles	3,000 cycles to 80%+	4,000 cycles to 80%+
Recharge Time	+ 90 minutes via AC + 3 hours via solar with two 110W solar panels + 6.5 hours via 12V car charger	+ 2 hours via AC + 4.5 hours via solar 4 x 100W panel + 7 hours via DC
Output Power	1800W	2000W (4000W surge)
Weight	27 lbs (12.25 kg)	32 lbs (14.5 kg)
Outputs and Ports	15 outlets & ports – 6 x AC – 2 x USB-A fast-charge – 2 x USB-A – 2 x USB-C – 2 x DC5521 – 1 x Carport	7 outlets & ports – 3 x AC – 2 x USB-A – 2 x USB-C
Bluetooth	Yes	Yes
WiFi	Yes	Yes
APP Control	Yes	Yes

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How do EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max vs Jackery EXPLORER 2000 Pro compare?

• Both portable power stations have LiFePO4 batteries, which are longer-lasting, less likely to overcharge or overheat.
• Both are Bluetooth / WiFi enabled, allowing you to connect your smartphone to remotely control the power station and receive firmware and security updates.
• Jackery EXPLORER 2000 Plus has larger capacity, expandable from 2042Wh to 12kWh,.EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max expands from 2048Wh to 6,144Wh. This means the Jackery can can run more devices for longer. 
• Jackery EXPLORER 2000 Plus has EPS mode. This allows the power station to switch to battery power within 30 milliseconds if the power grid goes down.
• Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus has more output power, with 3000W output and 6000W surge. EcoFLow DELTA 2 Max can supply 2400W output, with 4800W surge power.
• Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus has 4,000 charge cycles, compared to EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max’s 3,000 charge cycles.
• Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus is certified dust and water proof, with a IP67 rating. This certifies the power station is sealed against dust and can be submerged in water up to one meter deep for 30 minutes.
• EcoFlow DELTA 2 recharges in 90 minutes. The Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus recharges within 2 hours.
• Portable power stations of this capacity and output are good for charging:
  • 60W laptop 32 to 36 times
  • 175W refrigerator for 11 to 12 hours 
  • 1800W air conditioner for about 1.2 hours

Comparison Data

Feature	EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max	Jackery EXPLORER 2000 Pro
Battery Capacity	2048Wh (expands to 6,144Wh)	2042.8Wh (expands to 12kWh
Battery Type	LiFePO4	LiFePO4
Charge Cycles	3,000 charge cycles to 80%+	4,000 charge cycles to 80%+
Recharge Time	+ 90 minutes via AC + 2 to 3 hours via 1000W solar panels + 11 hours via 24V car port or 21 hours via 12V car port	+ 2 hours via AC + 2 hours via solar + 24 hours via DC port
Output Power	2400W AC output with 4800W surge	3000W AC output with 6000W surge
Weight	48 lbs (21.8 kg)	61.51 lbs
Outputs and Ports	15 outlets & ports – 6 x AC – 4 x USB-A – 2 x USB-C 100W – 1 x 12V Carport – 2 x DC5521	10 outlets & ports – 5 x AC – 1 x USB-A QC3.0 (18W Max) – 2 x USB-C PD (100W Max) – 1x 12V Carport
Bluetooth/WiFi	Yes	Yes
App Control	Yes	Yes

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How do EcoFlow DELTA Pro vs Jackery EXPLORER 3000 Pro compare?

• EcoFlow DELTA Pro has more battery capacity, from 3600Wh up to 25000Wh. Compared to a max of 3024Wh for the Jackery EXPLORER 3000 Pro.
• EcoFlow DELTA Pro has a LiFePO4 battery. The DELTA Pro LiFePO4 battery is longer-lasting, more stable and safer for devices, compared to the Jackery EXPLORER 3000 Pro’s NMC battery.
• EcoFlow DELTA Pro has 3000 charge cycles, compared to the Jackery EXPLORER 3000 Pro’s 2,000 charge cycles.
• EcoFlow DELTA Pro has 15 outlets & ports, while the Jackery EXPLORER 3000 Pro has 10 outlets & ports.
• Portable power stations of this capacity and output can charge:
  • 60W laptop about 50 to 60 times
  • 800W space heater 3.7 to 4.5 hours
  • 1800W air conditioner for about 1.5 to 2 hours

Comparison Data

Feature	EcoFlow DELTA Pro	Jackery EXPLORER 3000 Pro
Battery Capacity	3600Wh (expandable to 25000Wh)	3024Wh
Battery Type	LiFePO4	NMC
Charge Cycles	3,000 charge cycles to 80%+	2,000 charge cycles to 70%+
Recharge Time	+ 3 hours via AC + 3 to 6 hours via 400W solar panels + 21 hours via 12V DC car port	+ 2.5 – 3 hours via AC + 6 to 7.5 hours via 6x 100W solar panels + 35 hours via 12V DC car port
Output Power	3600W (4500W surge)	3000W (6000W surge)
Weight	99 lbs (45 kg)	63.9 lbs (28.9 kg)
Outputs and Ports	15 outlets & ports – 5 x AC outlets – 4 x USB-A ports – 2 x USB-C 100W – 2 x DC – 1 x 12V Carport – 1 x Andersen port	10 outlets & ports – 5 x AC – 2 x USB-A QC3.0 – 2 x USB-C PD 100W – 1 x 12V car port
App Control	Yes	Yes
Connection	Bluetooth, WiFi	Bluetooth, WiFi

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How Do We Compare Portable Power Stations?

There are a number of factors that determine the quality of a portable power station. In these comparisons of EcoFlow vs Jackery models, we’ll compare the following technical features when making an evaluation:

Battery Type

At the core of a portable power station is the lithium-ion battery, which can come in different formats. The most common types of batteries used in EcoFlow and Jackery products are lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) or lithium nickel manganese cobalt (NMC).

Battery Capacity

This tells you how much energy (electricity) a portable power station can store.

Output Power

This tells you how much electricity a power station can send out at one time and controls what you can plug into the battery.

Input Power

This is how much power the power station itself can receive at one time from different sources, like an AC wall outlet or solar panel.

Output Ports

These are the places on the power station where you can plug things into, like AC outlets, USB ports and DC ports.

Recharge Time

This tells you how long it takes to recharge the power station after all the stored energy has been used up.

Charge Cycles

This tells you how many times the battery inside the power station can be charged and discharged before it starts to lose some of its capacity. The more charge cycles, the longer the power station will last.

Bluetooth / WiFi

Some power stations have Bluetooth or WiFi capability to connect to the network, for easier control or monitoring.

App Control

Some power stations can also be controlled or monitored using a smartphone app. This lets you check battery status or control settings through your phone.

Warranty

This tells you how long a company will replace the power station if some goes wrong within a certain period of time after you buy it.

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Customer Reviews

• Jackery has significantly more customer reviews than EcoFlow. They were founded in 2010, whereas EcoFlow is a newer company started in 2018. Jackery has 17,693 customer reviews on Amazon ³, with an average score of 4.7 stars out of 5.
• EcoFlow has 1,679 reviews on Amazon ² with an average score of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

EcoFlow Pros

• Expandable Battery Capacity. Some EcoFlow models can be expanded up to 25000Wh, to increase storage capacity as needed.
• Powerful Output. EcoFlow output ranges from 200W to more than 3600W to charge more devices at the same time.
• Longer Life Span. Most EcoFlow lithium batteries deliver 3,000 charge cycles, which can last 10+ years depending on usage.
• LiFePO4 Technology. EcoFlow uses LiFePO4 (LFP) lithium batteries in most of their models for superior stability, durability, and safety.
• Fast Recharge Times. Many EcoFlow products can be recharged to 100% within 90 minutes or less, using their patented X-Stream technology.

EcoFlow CONS

• Heavier Weight. Some larger EcoFlow models weigh 45+ pounds or more and may not be more difficult to transport.

Jackery PROS

• Expandable Capacity. Some Jackery models can be expanded up to 24,000Wh of storage capacity.
• Durable Build. Jackery products feature 94V-0 fireproof rating and shock-proof protective exterior that can withstand drops and falls.
• Advanced Safety. Jackery products have safety protections like self-regulating temperature sensors and advanced battery management.
• Portability. Jackery portable power stations are an average of 30% lighter than competing brands and are designed for easy transport.
• Quiet Operation. Jackery has some of the quietest power stations on the market, with an average noise level of less than 30dB, which is quieter than a library (40dB).
• Fast Recharge. Jackery Explorer Plus have the capability to recharge in about 2 hours.
• LiFePO4 Battery Cells. Jackery’s Explorer Plus line uses the latest lithium cell technology, with long-lasting 4,000+ charge cycles to 80%.

Jackery CONS

• NMC Battery Technology. Jackery still uses NMC batteries in their Explorer and Explorer Pro line.
• Short Life Span. Jackery’s Explorer and Explorer Pro line have life spans around 500 – 800 charge cycles, which is about 3-5 years, depending on usage.

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EcoFlow vs Jackery FAQs

Q1: What are the main differences between EcoFlow and Jackery power stations?

A1: The main differences are that EcoFlow power stations generally have more battery capacity, higher AC output, faster recharge time and more output ports compared to Jackery. On the other hand, Jackery power stations are usually lighter, quieter, 

Q2: Which brand offers more output ports, EcoFlow or Jackery?

A2: EcoFlow offers more output ports, with an average of 6 to 15 ports, compared to 4 to 10 ports on Jackery power stations.

Q3: Which brand has a higher battery capacity?

A3: EcoFlow has a higher battery capacity than Jackery, offering portable power stations with storage capacity up to 25,000Wh.

Q4: Which brand has faster charging?

A4: EcoFlow has faster recharging times with their patented X-Stream technology.

Q5: Which brand has better inverter performance?

A5: Both EcoFlow and Jackery use pure sine wave inverters, with the exception of the Jackery 160 which uses a modified sine inverter.

Q6: Which brand has more output ports?

A6: EcoFlow has more output ports compared to Jackery, with EcoFlow models providing 10-15 ports compared to Jackery’s 7-8 ports.

Q7: Which brand uses newer battery technology?

A7: Many EcoFlow power stations use the newer Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery technology, whereas Jackery uses older NMC batteries in many of their products.

Q8: Which brand has a better warranty?

A8: Jackery beats EcoFlow regarding warranty, offering 5 years on their products, while EcoFlow offers 2 – 5 years depending on the model.

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References:

• https://www.ecoflow.com/us/river-max-portable-power-station
• https://www.ecoflow.com/us/river-2-portable-power-station
• https://www.ecoflow.com/us/delta-max-portable-power-station
• https://www.jackery.com/products/explorer-240-portable-power-station
• https://www.jackery.com/products/explorer-500w-portable-power-station
• https://us.ecoflow.com/products/delta-pro-portable-power-station