Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus Review

A leader in the power station market, the 2000 Plus builds on Jackery's reputation, offering a portable power station with very few flaws and a whole lot of positives.

Power Efficiency

To measure power output, our team created a light bar tool capable of controlling the exact input wattage to each power station. This tool allowed us to provide accurate and repeatable tests. To gather usable capacity, each unit was run at its standard rating, and then we measured its run time down to 0%. The difference in time between its manufacturer-stated rating and actual run time gives us our usable capacity.

The 2000 Plus performed well in our efficiency test. Although it wasn't our highest-scoring unit, its score of 83% is on par with most power stations.

We also subjected the 2000 Plus to a max power output test. Using the light bar, we ran the 2000 plus at its max inverter rating of 3000 watts and measured how long it ran. Stopping in just 33 minutes, we were a bit surprised to see the 2000 Plus show a lackluster performance on this test. We would have liked to see a longer run time out of this unit, given its capacity and Jackery's strong battery reputation.

The Jackery 2000 Plus did score extra points for its abundance of ports, including multiple USB-A and USB-C plug-ins and the inclusion of a heavy-duty 25A port.

Charge Time

To measure charge time, we charged each unit from 0 to 100% using the supplied AC cord. Each power station was scored relative to its watt-hours divided by charge time to account for the large variance in battery size. This gives us a rate of charge for each power station.

Where the Jackery 2000 Plus really excelled was in our charge time test. At just 95 minutes, it was one of the fastest power stations to reach full charge. We also appreciate the included AC charging cable, which was noticeably durable and high-quality.

Mobility

Our mobility metric combines measurable tests with more objective input from our testers when using these power stations in real-world scenarios, such as camping trips, traveling, and working. We assessed each unit's weight, handle and wheel design, and overall dimensions and packability of each power station.

The 2000 Plus is not considered light at 62.3 lbs, but the included wheels and handle help mitigate its large size when wheeling it around campsites or job sites. Its shape is mostly uniform and flat on top, which helps when packing items around and on top when space becomes tight.

The one con to Jackery's design is that the wheel and handles are less than stellar. Both the handle and wheels are made almost entirely out of plastic. This subjects them to plenty of play and slop, especially when the terrain is uneven and sloped. Still, the wheels and handle are serviceable and do help when unloading into the garage or house.

Ease of Use

Our last metric looks at each power station's user-friendliness and overall functions. We analyzed how effective each screen and display was, noting the presence or absence of important features such as smartphone apps, expansion capabilities, uninterruptible or emergency power supply functions, and built-in lights.

The 2000 Plus isn't the most feature-rich unit on the market, but it does have a solid app with large expansion capabilities and will serve as an emergency power supply if power goes out and you need to stay plugged in. While maybe not the most impressive unit in terms of features, it is dependable and well-built.

Its display is simple and small, but it provides all the necessary information, such as power in/out and remaining discharge time. Some power stations have touchscreens, while Jackery still utilizes buttons to operate the screen. It is also not the brightest screen, which can be nice when you turn the lights out to sleep, but this can also be frustrating under intense light when the screen is hardly visible. All in all, Jackery opted for a simpler approach with the 2000 Plus, which we don't mind. We found the 2000 Plus provided us with all the critical information we needed while providing a power station with fewer features to break or have to have to warranty.

Should You Buy the Jackery 2000 Plus?

The Jackery 2000 Plus is one of the best options if you need to prioritize power and fast charging. It is not the most flashy option on the market, but it's built to last and won't let you down during emergencies and off-grid activities. It's a great choice in the realm of larger but still portable power stations, and its expansion capabilities are an enticing feature to add to your setup down the road.

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