Jackery · 1,070 Wh
Jackery Explorer 1000 v2: how long it runs
About 9.1 h at 100 W and 12.9 h for an average US fridge.
- 1,070Wh
- 1,500W output
- 23.8lb
- $499price, Oct 23

What it runs
- Average fridge12.9 h70.4 W
- Modem + router3.4 days11 W
- 4 LED bulbs26.8 h34 W
- CPAP, humidifier on41.3 h22 W
- Laptop18.2 h50 W
- Starlink Standard12.1 h75 W
- TV, 55 inch9.5 h96 W
- Electric blanket9.1 h100 W
- Microwave50 min1,100 W
Each device on its own: 1,070 Wh × 0.85 ÷ watts. Several at once: add the watts, or use the planner.
Every number, with sources
Runtime at steady loads
| Load | Runtime |
|---|---|
| 50 W | 18.2 h |
| 100 W | 9.1 h |
| 200 W | 4.5 h |
| 500 W | 1.8 h |
| 1,000 W | 55 min |
| 1,500 W | 36 min |
1,070 Wh × 0.85 ÷ load.
Devices, one at a time
| Device | Draw | Runtime |
|---|---|---|
| Modem + router (NRDC) | 11 W | 3.4 days |
| 4 LED bulbs (Philips) | 34 W | 26.8 h |
| CPAP, humidifier on (ResMed) | 22 W | 41.3 h |
| Laptop (Virginia Tech) | 50 W | 18.2 h |
| Starlink Standard (Starlink) | 75 W | 12.1 h |
| TV, 55 inch (ENERGY STAR) | 96 W | 9.5 h |
| Electric blanket (Penn State) | 100 W | 9.1 h |
| Microwave (Penn State) | 1,100 W | 50 min |
Each on its own. Several at once: add the watts, or use the calculator.
Fridges
| Fridge | Average | Runtime |
|---|---|---|
| Efficient 18 cu ft (ENERGY STAR) | 42 W | 21.7 h |
| Average US fridge (EIA) | 70.4 W | 12.9 h |
| Large 26 cu ft (ENERGY STAR) | 80.8 W | 11.3 h |
From the specs
Suits
- An average fridge through the night: about 12.9 h.
- Carrying: 23.8 lb, the lightest of the five stations of similar size here.
Look elsewhere for
- Fast solar refills: 400 W max input, about 3.6 sun hours to full.
CPAP users: follow your doctor’s and the device maker’s advice on backup power.
Motors and solar
3,000 W surge, per Jackery. Some fridges need two to three times their running power to start (Anker), some compressors two to four times (BLUETTI); check yours.
Solar: up to 400 W, about 3.6 sun hours to full by our math. Jackery lists 7.5 h with one SolarSaga 200 W panel.
Nearest in size
BLUETTI AC180
1,152 Wh capacity
$0.43 per Wh
BLUETTI price, Oct 23
Check price at BLUETTI for the BLUETTI AC180Paid linkBLUETTI Elite 100 V2
1,024 Wh capacity
$0.49 per Wh
BLUETTI price, Oct 23
Check price at BLUETTI for the BLUETTI Elite 100 V2Paid linkAnker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
1,024 Wh capacity
$0.49 per Wh
Anker price, Oct 23
See it at Anker for the Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
Maker prices, Oct 23, 2026, unless dated. Checkout price applies.
Compare them in a table
| Station | Maker price | Capacity | $ per Wh | Output | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 (this one) | $499 | 1,070 Wh | $0.47 | 1,500 W | 23.8 lb |
| Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 | $499.99 | 1,024 Wh | $0.49 | 2,000 W | 24.9 lb |
| BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 (ships Nov 12) | $499 | 1,024 Wh | $0.49 | 1,800 W | 25.3 lb |
| BLUETTI AC180 | $499 | 1,152 Wh | $0.43 | 1,800 W | 35.3 lb |
Maker prices, Oct 23, 2026, unless dated. Checkout price applies.
Quick answers
How long will the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 run a refrigerator?
About 12.9 h for an average US fridge (70.4 W): 1,070 Wh × 0.85 ÷ 70.4 W.
How long does the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 take to charge from solar?
About 3.6 sun hours at 400 W by our math; longer in practice. Jackery lists 7.5 h with one SolarSaga 200 W panel.
Can the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 run a microwave?
Yes, if the microwave draws under 1,500 W. At 1,100 W: about 50 min.
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