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Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 160, 167Wh Lithium Battery Solar Generator (Solar Panel Optional) Backup Power Supply with 110V/100W(Peak 150W) AC Outlet for Outdoors Camping Fishing Emergency
Brand | Jackery |
Wattage | 100 watts |
Fuel Type | non-gasoline |
Power Source | Solar Powered |
Recommended Uses For Product | 露营 |
Item Weight | 3.84 Pounds |
Voltage | 110 Volts |
Output Wattage | 100 Watts |
Special Feature | Portable |
Included Components | solar_panel,charging Cord |
About this item
- SUPER COMPACT WITH AC OUTLET: Weighing the same as a standard bag of apples, this portable power station makes the smallest while remaining the most compact in the Explorer family. Being able to carry an AC Outlet around brings you flexibility for your short road trips, remote work, or outdoor camping essentials.
- LEADERSHIP IN THE INDUSTRY: Founded in 2012, Jackery specializes in providing outdoor green power solutions for explorers. Our explorer series has been featured in credible institutions such as Forbes, Digital Trends, and Tom's Guide.
- POWER UP TO 5 DEVICES: The Explorer 160 power station features 1* AC outlet (110V 100W 150W Peak), 1*USB-C port, 2* USB-A ports and 1* standard DC 12V port that support for charging phones, tablets, laptops, gopro and other smaller electronics. Note: The Explorer 160 does not support pass-through charging.
- RECHARGEABILITY THROUGH SOLAR, AC, VEHICLES: Get fully recharged by Jackery SolarSaga 60 (sold separately) in just 4.5 hours. The wall outlet and car charging both take 5hrs to be recharged. The built-in LED flashlight features a SOS mode (long press to activate it), you can rest-assured to bring it for outdoor activities such as off-grid wild camping or a weekend road trip.
- WHAT YOU GET: 1* Jackery Explorer 160 Power Station, 1*AC adapter, 1* car charger cable and 1* user guide.
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Portability | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.7 | — | 4.3 | 4.7 |
Maneuverability | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.7 | — | 4.7 | 4.5 |
Charging power | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.4 | — | 4.5 | 4.3 |
Light weight | 4.8 | — | 4.8 | — | 2.3 | — |
Value for money | 4.6 | — | — | — | 4.3 | 4.3 |
Sold By | — | ALLWEI | Jackery Inc | ALLWEI | Jackery Inc | Jackery Inc |
fuel type | non-gasoline | — | / | electric | / | Non-gasoline |
power source | Solar Powered | Battery Powered, Solar Powered | Battery Powered, Solar Powered | Battery Powered, Solar Powered | Solar Powered, Battery Powerd | Solar Powered, Battery Powerd |
engine type | / | 4 Stroke | / | 4 Stroke | / | 4 Stroke |
output wattage | 100 watts | 1200 watts | — | 1200 watts | 3000 watts | 200 watts |
runtime | 4.5 hours | 7 hours | 4 hours | — | 4000 hours | — |
wattage | 100 watts | 1132 watt hours | 300 watts | 1200 watts | 3000 watts | 200 watts |
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Brand | Jackery |
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Wattage | 100 watts |
Fuel Type | non-gasoline |
Power Source | Solar Powered |
Recommended Uses For Product | 露营 |
Item Weight | 3.84 Pounds |
Voltage | 110 Volts |
Output Wattage | 100 Watts |
Special Feature | Portable |
Included Components | solar_panel,charging Cord |
Color | Black |
Product Dimensions | 7.4"L x 4.5"W x 6.7"H |
Engine Type | / |
Runtime | 4 hours |
Frequency | 60 Hz |
Engine Power Maximum | 150 Watts |
Starting Wattage | 150 Watts |
Item Weight | 3.84 pounds |
Manufacturer | Jackery |
ASIN | B07FYJVFNK |
Item model number | Jackery Explorer 160 |
Batteries | 16 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #141,835 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #493 in Outdoor Generators |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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TECHNICAL DETAILS
Capacity | 167Wh ( 11.6Ah, 14.4V) ;(46,400mah,3.6V) |
Battery | Lithium-ion Battery |
AC Output | 110V 60Hz Continuous 100W Peak 150W |
USB-A Output | 5V 2.4A |
USB-C Output | 5V 3A |
DC Output | (6MM port): 12V/7A |
Weight | 3.97 lbs |
Dimensions | 7.40*4.59*6.73 in |
Operating Temperature | 14-104°F (-10-40℃) |
Recharging Temperature | 32-104°F (0~40°C) |
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Customers like the performance, portability, charging, capacity and quality of the electricity generator. For example, they mention it works well, it's light weight and easy to carry. They appreciate the USB-C fast charge port and that it holds a charge. That said, some complain about the price.
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Customers are satisfied with the performance of the power station. For example, they mention that it works well, charges devices very quickly, and is impressed with the power. Some say that the wall adapter works great and charges the device quite fast. That said, most are happy with the product and find it useful without the need for an adaptor.
"...It works, it does what it does well and after doing a lot of research, buying a good bit of equipment and even trying to build one of these things..." Read more
"...While I haven't tested the 17" notebook running a game, general usage appears fine. YMMV depending on device/model, of course...." Read more
"...In terms of functionalities. This product performs well and very easy to use. I just simply took it out of the box and started using it right away...." Read more
"TLDR: It works, it holds a LOT of juice, and it's surprisingly small and light for what you get. Great value for money...." Read more
Customers like the charging of the battery. They say it charges easily, works well, and charges devices very quickly. Some say that it charges without any problems. The USB-C fast charge port saves a lot of phones camping in and out of. It is easy to recharge from AC utility power, solar panels, or your car, and it even charges really low-current items like the Apple Pencil. Customers also like that it can be used while charging and doubles as an inverter.
"...as it recharges quickly (faster than I thought) and it can be charged from the wall, the car or a solar panel.What’s not to like!..." Read more
"...USB charging is quick, stable and quiet. When using the 110v output, the cooling fan will turn on automatically to keep it from overheating...." Read more
"...So it doesn't matter how many battery packs I have, they are useless to power the monitor during a power outage...." Read more
"...thing I really like about this battery is that it even charges really low-current items like the Apple Pencil...." Read more
Customers like the portability of the electricity generator. They say it has hours of usable power in a light weight easy to carry case. They also say it's super portable and handy device that holds a charge for a long time. Customers also mention that it fits in any backpack and makes packing for a camping trip easy.
"...The Jackery Explorer 160 is amazing. It’s very light, uses 18650 batteries as the power supply, has a stable inverter supplying clean electrical..." Read more
"...Never would have thought that I enjoy using this. I find it is so convenient moving to where ever I want, for examples, different room, basement,..." Read more
"...It's about the size of a small lunchbox. It's light, about less than 4 lbs in weight. The big handle makes it easy to carry around...." Read more
"...: It works, it holds a LOT of juice, and it's surprisingly small and light for what you get. Great value for money...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the capacity of the battery. They mention that it holds a charge, can power a small radio for many hours, and has endless power. Some say that it's a reliable multi-night battery and a perfect battery for weekend campers. It's also great for on the go, camping, and works for a 1 day power outage.
"...The Jackery Explorer 160 is amazing. It’s very light, uses 18650 batteries as the power supply, has a stable inverter supplying clean electrical..." Read more
"...It's small and light enough, plus strong enough capacity that friends and family can all either utilize it's charging capacity for their each..." Read more
"TLDR: It works, it holds a LOT of juice, and it's surprisingly small and light for what you get. Great value for money...." Read more
"...The fan runs and it is very quite. I place the LED light bulb in a small table lamp and it can be moved as needed...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the battery. They mention it's well-made, solid, and sturdy. They also say the construction is first-rate, and the battery is very reliable. Customers also appreciate the quality design and the USB charging is quick, stable, and quiet.
"...The whole thing is small, lightweight, well built, has an integrated display and you can selectively turn on whatever you need or don’t...." Read more
"...USB charging is quick, stable and quiet. When using the 110v output, the cooling fan will turn on automatically to keep it from overheating...." Read more
"...It's ruggedly built too. I have not treated it poorly but it feels really solid, like it can take some abuse.Would I take it camping? Yes...." Read more
"...very lightweight (I can easily pick it up with just my pinky finger), durable, and functions perfectly...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the size of the power station. They mention it's compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry and use on a camping trip. Some say that it fits next to their bed in a camper. They also appreciate the size, saying it barely takes up any space in the car. Overall, most are happy with the compact size and lightweight design.
"...Jackery has created a very small and compact device that essentially allows you to have a portable rechargeable electrical outlet, wherever you need..." Read more
"...The pouch fits all the accessories easily and will fit in the separate charging wart and charging cable, but that's dependant on how neatly one..." Read more
"...It's small, light weight, functional, and easy to use...." Read more
"TLDR: It works, it holds a LOT of juice, and it's surprisingly small and light for what you get. Great value for money...." Read more
Customers find the power station to be a great addition for camping, ice fishing, and summer trips. They say it's perfect for long weekend camping trips, car camping, and other power needs on-the-go. Customers also say it is extremely useful during extended power outages and is incredibly versatile.
"...well built, has an integrated display and you can selectively turn on whatever you need or don’t...." Read more
"...calculation, this little power station is truly a great asset in emergency situation.Recharging the Jackery Explorer 160 is easy...." Read more
"...The product has worked fantastic so far, awesome for hiking and camping...." Read more
"...I’m thrilled with this battery - the size, weight, and features are terrific. I would highly recommend it." Read more
Customers like the value of the generator. They say it's an excellent value for the money, and an affordable way to keep their phones charged when the power goes out.
"...Great value for money.What I use it for:* charging phones and misc stuff during hurricane and storm outages*..." Read more
"...First of all, the recharging times of this device are worth all the money...." Read more
"...It was very reasonably priced and Jackerty sells many different set-ups though not sure if you could power your car for driving with any of them,..." Read more
"...If you are looking for something that is lightweight and as cheap as possible and just get enough to charge phones computers cameras and drones,..." Read more
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I looked at the competition and no one comes close.
Jackery has created a very small and compact device that essentially allows you to have a portable rechargeable electrical outlet, wherever you need it.
The Jackery Explorer 160 is amazing. It’s very light, uses 18650 batteries as the power supply, has a stable inverter supplying clean electrical power for your sensitive devices, it has two USB ports to power your phone, tablet, iPads, iPhones, etc. as well as a USB C port. It has a connection for a 12 volt cigarette lighter outlet and even a flashlight!
The whole thing is small, lightweight, well built, has an integrated display and you can selectively turn on whatever you need or don’t. You can see how much is being used if something is plugged in, you can see how much is going into the unit if you’re charging it and you quickly can figure out how much power you’re using and how long you have left.
Charging it is a breeze as it recharges quickly (faster than I thought) and it can be charged from the wall, the car or a solar panel.
What’s not to like!
Trust me, I tried to build something like this while in grad school…it didn’t come close.
What they’ve done is amazing. You can find inverters that supposedly supply clean power, but many that I’ve tested had inadequate (unsafe) output, and figuring out how to supply the system without having all sorts of adapters, wiring and chargers is a challenge.
You can trust the Jackery 160 and their other product line to provide safe and reliable power for your devices.
I believe so strongly in their equipment that I now have two Jackery Explorer 160’s, a Jackery Explorer 240 a Jackery PowerBar and a Jackery SolarSaga 60 solar panel. I teach online and constantly need computer equipment going. Our family of six lives along the coast and we’re no stranger to hurricanes, power outages and dealing with trying to keep our equipment charged. Often when we travel, we have numerous iPhones, iPads, notebooks, etc. with us. The Jackery 160 is our first line of defense in powering these things, especially when we don’t have a wall outlet readily available.
In saying all of the above, buy it…it’s really worth it, it’s well built and should give you very good service for years. One last thing, Jackery stands behind their equipment and if you email them about anything dealing with their products, you’ll get a very good and comprehensive answer in less than 24 hours. You don’t need to keep looking…this is the one to buy.
Included with the unit are a DC to car adapter cable, Car Adapter charger, AC Charger wart and separate detachable AC cable, User manual, and zipper pouch.
This 160 is the only Power Station of Jackery that has the USB C port. My 6P charges at over 2.4A when the battery gets low, so pretty fast for a phone with charging issues. USB A charges at standard rate of 1.4A for my phone, typical of what I see with other USB A chargers.
AC recharges the 160 at 42W. If the user is charging their devices, the screen will show wattage input minus wattage output. For example, if I am charging the Jackery and at the same time, I am charging my phone at 13W, the display will show 29W in (42W-13W=29W). I think that's pretty neat feature.
Digital screen - lit, user can press the display button to have it light up for 13 secs for easier viewing.
Led light is very efficient, no drop in percentage on the display with over 3 hrs constant ON. Station feels cool, fan did not come on, Station did not get warm.
120v outlet has slot for ground so plugs with ground can also be inserted, no need for an adapter to convert to 2 prong. The 160 can handle up to 100W constant and has a 150W rating for surge.
Anytime the user switches on the AC outlet, the fan automatically comes on. This is regardless of how much draw your device pulls, even if it is off, even if nothing is plugged in. Fan is not loud, fairly quiet, but is constant ON, my guess is it is a feature for safety and keep the 160 from overheating. The fan will also use 3W once button is switched on. If you are one to be bothered by fan noise, it's a good idea to position the Station either further away or at the very least with the fan facing away from you.
I find the zippered pouch a little too small/tight for packing all the accessories in it. The pouch fits all the accessories easily and will fit in the separate charging wart and charging cable, but that's dependant on how neatly one wraps up the cables and such. Would have liked to see a larger pouch.
While I do not camp much, I still find this 160 very useful when we're out and about. It's small and light enough, plus strong enough capacity that friends and family can all either utilize it's charging capacity for their each individual device, whether a toy, notebook, tablet, phone, etc. Also, I love having this small unit to keep small pumps running for example on my fish tanks during power outtages. I have used this to charge up and run my 14" notebook off it. Even charged up and ran a large 17" gaming notebook. While I haven't tested the 17" notebook running a game, general usage appears fine. YMMV depending on device/model, of course.
I would have loved to see some sort of jump starter inclusion but this is too small of a unit. Perhaps on a future or larger Jackery Power Station. I would definitely buy one so I don't have to carry this and a lithium battery jump starter in my vehicle. Jackery, paying attention?
Note, this smaller unit does NOT have pure sine wave so if anyone is looking for the pure sine wave, you will have to go with the next larger Jackery Power Station. Jackery's 240 and the 500 both have pure sine wave. The 240 is twice the weight so for camping and outdoor traveling use, that is something to consider. This 160 is the only one that has the newer USB C port, I don't see USB C on the 240 and 500 units.
Finally, Jackery is very quick and helpful when I tested and contacted them with questions and for information. This is very important because I base my purchases not purely on price, but pre-sale and post-sale support as well.
UPDATE: Oct 8 2018, strangely I have found myself using this more at home than charging my devices with an AC plug. Never would have thought that I enjoy using this. I find it is so convenient moving to where ever I want, for examples, different room, basement, garage, workshop and just charge and use my devices. Also, checking the display show exact draw and battery "life" left, is almost addictive to me.
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➠ Great balance between capacity, charging options / features, and size / weight
➠ Love the carrying handle
➠ Built in flashlight is actually powerful enough to be useful (unlike some other portable chargers I've used)
➠ The LCD displays actual power draw (output) in watts - this is very handy for seeing just how much power a particular device is using.
➠ Good capacity - I was able to charge my phone twice (3500 mAh battery), a few camera battery charges (via USB), power my pump to inflate my car tires (about 5 psi each; via DC car plug), and there's still about 30% left. In terms of comparison to typical portable USB chargers, the capacity of this power station is 46,400 mAh according to the Amazon product page. From that perspective: (1) that is much higher capacity than typical portable USB chargers, and (2) the amount of charging it actually provided for me is consistent with the Jackery having a discharge efficiency of about 60%, which is fairly typical for portable USB chargers (although maybe on the low end of typical). In other words, the claimed capacity seems to be reasonably accurate.
➠ Powerful enough to power at least some air pumps (even though the product description says it's not appropriate for that). For example, as mentioned above, it was able to power my car tire pump, which according to the Jackery's readout was drawing about 85 watts. This would come in very handy for inflating small inflatable boats, etc.
➠ Looks cool!
➠ Very versatile: 2 USB-A charging ports, 1 USB-C charging port, DC charging port (a female DC adapter is included, which is awesome), AC charging outlet - these options cover pretty much every kind of charging option one would need, without the need for additional adapters
➠ Supports pass-through charging (except for DC charging), which means you could be charging the power station at the same time as charging USB devices through the power station, and therefore not needing additional USB wall adaptors.
➠ LCD display is backlit, so it's easy to see in the dark
WHAT COULD BE IMPROVED:
➠ No fast charge! Not having fast charge capability on a device like this is a significant downside. Implementing that would make this device so much better.
THINGS TO NOTE:
➠ When using the AC charging outlet, a fan turns on inside the power station, creating a bit of noise. It's not particularly noisy, but you can hear it - just something to be aware of if complete silence is important for you.
➠ It's purely a function of the capacity being so high, but note that this power station cannot be taken on airplanes (at least in North America)
OVERALL IMPRESSION: I love the versatility and capacity of this power station. It will definitely be my go-to portable charging device for things like camping trips, days at the beach, road trips, etc. For things where size and weight are more important though (hiking / backpacking, airplane travel, etc.), I'll continue to use my smaller and lighter portable USB chargers.
Reviewed in Canada on August 20, 2019
➠ Great balance between capacity, charging options / features, and size / weight
➠ Love the carrying handle
➠ Built in flashlight is actually powerful enough to be useful (unlike some other portable chargers I've used)
➠ The LCD displays actual power draw (output) in watts - this is very handy for seeing just how much power a particular device is using.
➠ Good capacity - I was able to charge my phone twice (3500 mAh battery), a few camera battery charges (via USB), power my pump to inflate my car tires (about 5 psi each; via DC car plug), and there's still about 30% left. In terms of comparison to typical portable USB chargers, the capacity of this power station is 46,400 mAh according to the Amazon product page. From that perspective: (1) that is much higher capacity than typical portable USB chargers, and (2) the amount of charging it actually provided for me is consistent with the Jackery having a discharge efficiency of about 60%, which is fairly typical for portable USB chargers (although maybe on the low end of typical). In other words, the claimed capacity seems to be reasonably accurate.
➠ Powerful enough to power at least some air pumps (even though the product description says it's not appropriate for that). For example, as mentioned above, it was able to power my car tire pump, which according to the Jackery's readout was drawing about 85 watts. This would come in very handy for inflating small inflatable boats, etc.
➠ Looks cool!
➠ Very versatile: 2 USB-A charging ports, 1 USB-C charging port, DC charging port (a female DC adapter is included, which is awesome), AC charging outlet - these options cover pretty much every kind of charging option one would need, without the need for additional adapters
➠ Supports pass-through charging (except for DC charging), which means you could be charging the power station at the same time as charging USB devices through the power station, and therefore not needing additional USB wall adaptors.
➠ LCD display is backlit, so it's easy to see in the dark
WHAT COULD BE IMPROVED:
➠ No fast charge! Not having fast charge capability on a device like this is a significant downside. Implementing that would make this device so much better.
THINGS TO NOTE:
➠ When using the AC charging outlet, a fan turns on inside the power station, creating a bit of noise. It's not particularly noisy, but you can hear it - just something to be aware of if complete silence is important for you.
➠ It's purely a function of the capacity being so high, but note that this power station cannot be taken on airplanes (at least in North America)
OVERALL IMPRESSION: I love the versatility and capacity of this power station. It will definitely be my go-to portable charging device for things like camping trips, days at the beach, road trips, etc. For things where size and weight are more important though (hiking / backpacking, airplane travel, etc.), I'll continue to use my smaller and lighter portable USB chargers.
DC output issue: Like all the portable power station vendors, there is no 6.3mm barrel connector to female cigarette adapter cable. There are a lot of reviews that mention this issue. The problem with this is that it makes the 12V DC port useless unless you have this cable. Goal Zero made this cable but stopped making it within the last year or so and there is nowhere else to get it. Luckily, I contacted Jackery support and they knew right away what I was after and sent me the cable at no charge. It was exactly 2 weeks by the time I got it from first contacting them (Canadian urban destination). The DC port worked fine to its 84W max... which is less than you'll get out of a standard vehicle 12V port so you need to be careful about what you plug in here.
USB charging - The USB-C 3A port only supplies 15W; it says "30W max" but it never goes beyond 15W... so not sure that would ever be an issue. My phone says "charging rapidly" when using this port which "indicates that the charger can provide more than 7.5W (1.5A @ 5V)". The USB-A ports only deliver 4-5W even though they are spec'd as 2.4A - 12W/each. This makes these ports no better than what you'd get out of the computer. So I used my charging station on the AC port; I get a 3W conversion hit on that but it charges all my devices fast (up to 6 devices at once). The problem is it will drain the jackery very quickly.
The unit only supplies 110v, not 120v line power. That means you shouldn't use extension cables on it. But being portable, this shouldn't be a problem?
I'm Canadian so I'll be testing it through Canadian winters but everyone should be aware of the temperature specs - having -10C on the operating spec will be useful for long car trips in the winter:
Recharging temp: 0 to 40C
Operating temp: -10 to 40C
Storage temp: -20 to 45C