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Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 240, 240Wh Backup Lithium Battery, 110V/200W Pure Sine Wave AC Outlet, Solar Generator for Outdoors Camping Travel Hunting Emergency (Solar Panel Optional)
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Brand | Jackery |
Wattage | 240 Watt-hours |
Fuel Type | non-gasoline |
Power Source | Solar Powered, Battery Powered |
Recommended Uses For Product | Camping, Outdoor Activities, road-trips, Backup Generator For Outages & Emergencies |
Item Weight | 3.1 Kilograms |
Voltage | 110 Volts (AC) |
Output Wattage | 200 Watts |
Special Feature | 6.6lbs lightweight. portable power station in your backpack. No fumes. No noise. no maintenance |
Included Components | 1* Explorer 240, 1* AC & AC Cable (2 Parts), 1* Car Charger Cable, 1* User Manual |
About this item
- EASY TO CARRY: This entry-level portable power station is equipped with a 240Wh lithium-ion battery pack, weighing only at 6.6 pounds. The solid handle makes it easy to carry around for outdoor adventures such as Tent Camping, Road Trip, Backyard Camping, etc.
- VERSATILE POWER SOURCE: 1* Pure Sine Wave AC outlet (110V 200W 400W Peak), 2* USB-A ports (5V, 2.4A), and 1* 12V DC car port to charge your road trip essentials such as smartphones, laptops, cameras, fans, lights and so on. Pass-through charging is supported.
- GREEN POWER SUPPLY: The power station can be recharged by the Jackery SolarSaga 60 solar panel or SolarSaga 100 solar panel. Its built-in MPPT controller enables the solar panel to operate at its max power point for the power station to be recharged at its highest efficiency. TWO alternative ways to recharge: through the wall outlet or the car outlet.
- WHAT YOU GET: 1* Jackery Explorer 240 portable power station, 1*AC adapter, 1* car charger cable, 1* user guide.
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Portability | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.4 | — | 4.7 | — |
Charging power | 4.5 | 4.3 | 3.5 | — | 4.4 | — |
Value for money | 4.8 | 4.3 | 5.0 | — | — | — |
Light weight | 4.7 | — | 4.8 | — | 4.8 | — |
Maneuverability | 4.5 | 4.5 | — | — | 4.7 | — |
Sold By | Jackery Inc | Jackery Inc | QIAOSHEN-US | QIAOSHEN-US | Jackery Inc | Jackery Inc |
fuel type | non-gasoline | Non-gasoline | Power | Gasoline | / | Liquefied Petroleum Gas |
power source | Solar Powered, Battery Powered | Solar Powered, Battery Powerd | Battery Powered, Solar Powered | Battery Powered, Solar Powered | Battery Powered, Solar Powered | Battery Powered, Solar Powered |
engine type | / | 4 Stroke | 4 Stroke | 4 Stroke | / | 4 Stroke |
output wattage | 200 watts | 200 watts | 1000 watts | — | — | 300 watts |
runtime | 7 hours | — | — | — | 4 hours | 4 hours |
wattage | 240 watt hours | 200 watts | 1000 watts | 1000 watts | 300 watts | 300 watts |
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Product Description
SPECIFICATIONS
Capacity | 240Wh(16.8Ah/14.4V) |
AC Output | 110V~ 60Hz, 16.4A, 200W (400W Peak) |
USB-A Output | 2 ~ 5V-2.4A |
Car Output | 12V, 10A, 120 Watt |
Battery | Lithium-ion Battery |
Weight | 6.8 lbs |
Dimension | 9.1 x 5.2 x 7.9 in |
Operating Temperature | 14-104°F (-10-40℃) |
Recharging Temperature | 32-104°F (0~40°C) |
COMPARISON
Explorer 240 | Explorer 100 Plus | Explorer 300 | Explorer 300 Plus | Explorer 1000 Plus | Explorer 1500 Pro | Explorer 2000 Plus | |
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Capacity
| 240Wh | 99Wh | 293Wh | 288Wh | 1264Wh | 1512Wh | 2042.8Wh |
Output Wattage
| 200W | 128W | 300W | 300W | 2000W | 1800W | 3000W |
Support Parallel Connection
| ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
Maximum Expandable Capacity
| / | / | / | / | 5kWh | / | 24kWh |
AC Full Recharge Time
| 5.5H | 1.8H | 4.5h | 1.35H | 1.7H | 2H | 2H |
Solar Panel Full Recharge Time
| 5.5H (1*100W) | 2H (1*100W) | 5.5H (1*100W) | 7.5H (1*40W) | 4.5H (4*100W) | 2H (6*200W) | 2H (6*200W) |
Net Weight (lbs)
| 6.6 | 2.13 | 7.1 | 8.27 | 32 | 37.4 | 61.51 |
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Product information
Brand | Jackery |
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Wattage | 240 Watt-hours |
Fuel Type | non-gasoline |
Power Source | Solar Powered, Battery Powered |
Recommended Uses For Product | Camping, Outdoor Activities, road-trips, Backup Generator For Outages & Emergencies |
Item Weight | 3.1 Kilograms |
Voltage | 110 Volts (AC) |
Output Wattage | 200 Watts |
Special Feature | 6.6lbs lightweight. portable power station in your backpack. No fumes. No noise. no maintenance |
Included Components | 1* Explorer 240, 1* AC & AC Cable (2 Parts), 1* Car Charger Cable, 1* User Manual |
Color | Black |
Product Dimensions | 9.1"L x 5.2"W x 7.9"H |
Material | Lithium |
Model Name | 240Wh Emergency Backup Lithium Battery, 110V/200W (300W max.) Pure Sine wave |
Engine Type | / |
Runtime | 7 hours |
Frequency | 60 Hz |
Engine Power Maximum | 400 Watts |
Starting Wattage | 400 Watts |
Item Weight | 6.82 pounds |
Department | Unisex-Adult |
Manufacturer | Jackery |
ASIN | B07D29QNMJ |
Item model number | Explorer 240 |
Batteries | 28 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #3,032 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #14 in Outdoor Generators |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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Customers like the portability, battery life, versatility, ease of use, and quality of the electricity generator. They mention that it's light to carry, has an amazing ability to hold charge, and is great for camping trips. Some appreciate the simple plug and use design. Overall, most are satisfied with charging, value, and the product itself.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the electricity generator. They mention it's a top quality, reliable product, and it'll help them survive. The construction is awesome, and the strap and clips are of decent quality. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...What I like:1. Seems durable and high quality - doesn’t look and feel like it will break easily2...." Read more
"...Jackery was the clear winner in most of the results with the most consistent output and ease of use.The Situation..." Read more
"...Jackery was a perfect fit for this, as it was able to supply a stable 115 Volt AC source to the 12 volt power supply, it had enough capacity to run..." Read more
"...you that these products, put out by this amazing company, can enhance anyone’s life, save somebodies life, and will probably last your the rest of..." Read more
Customers find the portability of the electricity generator to be light, compact, and easy to carry around. They say the port ability alone is worth the buy, and it's a lightweight solution to power needs when there isn't a wall outlet. Customers also mention that it'll be more stable with a large footprint.
"...2. Light and portable – carrying it around is no biggie for 5ft me3...." Read more
"...Weighing only 22 pounds, this is a lightweight solution to power needs when there isn’t a wall outlet or car charger nearby, and can be carried..." Read more
"...It is light to carry (those internal lithium ion batteries are a whole lot lighter than a big lead-acid battery)...." Read more
"...60w tri-fold panels, and the small Jackery portable chargers were compact and lightweight enough to fit into my pack with ease and leave me room for..." Read more
Customers like the battery life of the generator. They mention it charges quickly, holds the charge for a couple of days, and keeps them powered enough to give updates to their Twitch subscribers. Some say that it works great and stayed charged the whole trip. It has also gotten them through several power outages, storms, and backyard stuff. Some mention that it can power a cpap for three nights and lasts an entire week tent camping easily.
"...This allows you to stop the battery drain without unplugging the wiring, or you can run it as a central control...." Read more
"...unit provided fine performance during the two drills, and kept my cell phone charged during the entire drill...." Read more
"...Twice the power, twice the life, multiple solar panel options, can recharge through car, wall, or good ol sunshine...." Read more
"...It worked great and stayed charged the whole trip. I even used it in the hotel to charge phones and such. Totally worth the money I paid for it...." Read more
Customers like the charging of the electricity generator. They say it does a fine job of charging all their miscellaneous electronic gadgets, and fully recharges within 6 hours. Customers also appreciate that it can be charged 3 ways: 110 household current, solar with the Jackery Solar, and with a solar unit. Overall, customers are happy with the charging capabilities of the product.
"...3. 12V DC outlet works (I heard that it gives the max power even when battery is low) it worked well with my 12volt thermo electric cooler4...." Read more
"...That being said, it can power 8 devices at a time, such as a computer, a USB fan, LED lights, a camera charger, and a USB speaker, as examples...." Read more
"...it had enough capacity to run my transceiver all day, and could be recharged by the car during usage, so I could run the car only enough to recharge..." Read more
"...Then being able to say it never failed you, always recharged quickly, and has been through the worlds harshest conditions and environments, yet..." Read more
Customers like the value of the generator. They say it's the best bang for the buck and worth the buy for camping trips.
"...Jackery seemed to come up as being reliable and not too expensive like Goalzero...." Read more
"...6 stars if I could" (barf), but it does what it says, it's adequate value for the price, and I'm happy I bought it so 5 stars." Read more
"Usb ports lasted a few years then stopped being usable.Other than that, product was good" Read more
"...I even used it in the hotel to charge phones and such. Totally worth the money I paid for it. Only downside is doing research on this thing...." Read more
Customers like the versatility of the electricity generator. They say it's great for camping, tailgating, and car travel. Customers also say it comes in handy during road trips and outdoor craft shows.
"...Recommended for camping, etc." Read more
"...Last a long time when used within the recommended output range. Great for camping or just simply extra power source to charge handheld devices..." Read more
"This is a great addition to any camping or trips where getting electric might be an issue...." Read more
"...It's perfect for car travel/camping an anywhere you're hauling gear that isn't directly on your back...." Read more
Customers find the electricity generator easy to use. They say it charges at low amp ridge, is portable, and convenient. Customers also appreciate the simple plug and use design, sturdy and rugged build, and easy connection to a solar panel. They mention that the device is fully charged and ready to work.
"...winner in most of the results with the most consistent output and ease of use.The Situation..." Read more
"...It appears to be reliable, and simple to use. I can wholeheartedly recommend it." Read more
"...It is very easy to use and very easy to charge...." Read more
"...I am so impressed! It’s small & lightweight & incredibly easy to use...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the electricity generator. They mention that it looks good, has a great little screen, and is sturdy. Some appreciate the manual, which looks cute and stylish. Overall, most are happy with the quality and appearance of this all-in-one unit.
"...This all-in-one unit is a piece of American-designed ingenuity that will quickly become the tool you didn’t know you needed...." Read more
"...I usually am not swayed much by looks over specs, but this unit looks good and feels sturdy while being light weight...." Read more
"Very nice looking and looks high quality" Read more
"...5. (now, stay with me as this is a good one!!) The manual looks cute and stylish, BUT, nearly every page with more than 20 words of text on it..." Read more
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I bought the Jackery 240 because we lost power for several days in NJ. I was tired of waiting for my husband to fix our broken gas generator. I wanted a rechargeable generator that can 12 volt appliances like little cooking thing or a low powered heater. I boiled eggs/heated food with a sterno cooking thing. It worked but I wanted other alternatives. I know there is a lot of other alternatives for cooking (like propane stuff, wood stove etc) and heat (I used Hot Hands all sizes) and the hubby has all these equipment. But I think he is saving all his equipment for the ultimate doomsday 0_0 and I’d have to ask permission to use them. So I’m like to heck with this I’m going to get my own stuff – something not too exorbitant and not a repeat of equipment he already has. I am supposed to be the helpless female (LOL) but I guess when you have kids (or when you’re tired of waiting to be rescued) you gonna help yourself. Ok that’s my lifestory don’t downgrade my review its down below LOLLL
I have the Honeywell HeatBud 250 Watt Personal Ceramic Heater, Black (HCE100). This heater has a low setting – 170 watts and high setting 250 watts. I tested it on both settings and it works! Of course it would be silly of me to use it just for that purpose. As a previous reviewer said, the heater sucked the power off the Jackery and I think it ran between 60-90 minutes. I don’t remember because I was watching TV and then then it just turned off LOL. The Jackery didn’t give me any warning that it was low battery. I also charged other items on the Jackery for 10 minutes before I tested the Honeywell which Im sure drained it a bit but I’m pretty sure it was at least 60 minutes or more before the Jackery was empty. I don’t think I’ll be using the Jackery for heating purposes as that would be such a waste of power. Guess it’ll still be the Hot Hands scenario for heat! But it’s nice to see that the Jackery can power the Honeywell Heatbud heater. So if someone’s hands is close to frostbite I can power on my Honeywell for 90 mins of heat. I also tested a smaller Lasko heater (which I returned actually). The Lasko heater was advertised as 200 watts. It was totally brand new and on first use it was using 240 watts + and the Lasko kept turning on and off. That went on for about 5-10 mins. Then the Lasko began to stabilize and pulling a regular 200watts+ from the Jackery and stayed on. So my assumption was that at first use/brand new the Lasko was trying to heat itself up (??) My Honeywell Heatbud didn’t do that but then again the Honeywell Heatbud was not brand new. But anyway, I’m not too pleased with the Lasko especially as it doesn’t have the tip-over safety feature and lower heat settings. So if I *had* to use a heater with the Jackery it would be the Honeywell Heatbud.
I bought a mini hotpot from Amazon that has two power settings 200 watt and 600 watt. I will update my review once I use it either tonight or over the weekend. I am curious to see if the 200 watt setting will work on the Jackery and how long it takes to boil water at the lower setting. I have a review for the mini hotpot somewhere in case you’re curious. But my plan is to use the mini hotpot to boil eggs/heat soups/coffee/chocolate milk for the family faster than the sterno stove (during power outages) and when we go on sporting events several days in a hotel – things like that.
The next major test I did (which I would definitely be using the Jackery more this way than any other) was plugging in my Wagan Thermoelectric Cooler/Warmer in the DC outlet – cigarette lighter) My sons had a swim meet competition and we always have hot food cooked. I would use the Wagan to keep it warm for them. In the past I would power the Wagan with my Honda CR-V cigarette lighter. But whenever I turn my car off it cuts the power to the Wagan. Also, there is a warning that in order to avoid the Wagan from malfunctioning I must power off the Wagan then shut my car AND/OR plug the Wagan to the car before powering it on. So with the Jackery 240 I don’t need to worry about any of that! So at 100% I plugged in my Wagan and powered on the Jackery and the Wagan respectively about 730AM in the morning with my 3 already hot spaghetti inside. I never turned off the Wagan or the Jackery. About 5 hours or so later I checked on the Jackery and it was about 40% power remaining! Cool!
Since using an electric cooler (and soon my Alpicool compressor fridge/freezer) is mostly what I’ll be using the Jackery for (as well as the mini hotpot if it works) – and the minor charging of other electronics I’d leave this review here for now. My husband uses a CPAP machine – Resmed Airsense 10. I read in the reviews that the Jackery can power this machine so that is cool. Although my husband says he can live without the CPAP since power outages (or vacations somewhere is temporary) I am unable to test this for myself. Since he gets mad if I nag him I won’t bother convincing him. But it’s good know that if need be the Jackery can power his CPAP machine if he ever decides to use it.
In summary below are what I like, dislike, the items I used it for/tested with, final thoughts until my next update with other things I want to test it with.
What I like:
1. Seems durable and high quality - doesn’t look and feel like it will break easily
2. Light and portable – carrying it around is no biggie for 5ft me
3. 12V DC outlet works (I heard that it gives the max power even when battery is low) it worked well with my 12volt thermo electric cooler
4. You can power and charge the machine at the same time (haven’t check this yet)
5. Bought it at the lower price during an Amazon Lightning Deal (yay!)
What I dislike:
1. Wish it had a USB-C outlet (that’s what my tablet and phone use)
2. Slow charging – in the AC outlet I saw it pulls in 39 watts
Final Thoughts:
This is my first “solar” generator. But I did research a lot - or should I say Amazon reviews and Youtube research LOL. Jackery seemed to come up as being reliable and not too expensive like Goalzero. Maybe just maybe if I did the whole off grid living and conversion van life I would get Goalzero 1000 as well but I’m not. And I don’t want to throw my money away. The consensus seems that Jackery is a solid brand and worth it.
I plan to keep my Jackery 240 in my car as I drive 64 miles one way to work. I like the Jackery 240 so much that I may just buy the 500 watt version if it goes on sale again. It’s back to $500 right now. But anyway, I’m still researching and maybe I’m getting carried away. But I want the ability to higher wattage appliances and/or charge a lot more. I like the previous reviewers advice of having two of these. Since they recharge slowly one can be used while the other is recharging – perfect! But $$$. I usually like to get two powerful items. But the 240 is only 6 lbs while the 500 is 13 lbs. So I think it’s a wise decision for me to have a Jackery 240 and Jackery 500. Now if they come out with a Jackery 1000 I might get that instead. Jackery are you coming out with a 1000???
I recently purchased a Rockpals 100 watt folding solar panel which should be delivered today. (Yep I’m getting carried away!!!) I want to be able to charge my Jackery 240 while I’m at lunch by putting it on the roof of my car. I did not get the Jackery branded solar panels because it was too expensive for me. The Jackery 60 watt panel – though it went on sale – can only charge the Jackery alone. The Jackery 100 watt panel - which I REALLY liked and wanted to get since it can power other things as well - was $299! Since I plan to buy another Jackery (either 500 or 1000 if they make it in the future) I need to purchase wisely.
Appliances I tested with:
1. Honeywell Heatbud
2. Honeywell Desktop Air Purifier
3. Wagan Thermoelectric Warmer/Cooler (using 12v, didn’t try the AC plug)
4. Android Tablets & Phones
5. Rav Battery Bank
6. Rechargeable Flashlights & Lamps
Appliances I will test with soon:
1. Coolio Thermoelectric Warmer/Cooler
2. Alpicool C20 Fridge & Freezer
3. Rockpals 100 Watt Folding Solar Panel
4. Acer Chromebook
5. Dell Laptop
6. Modem & Router
Jackery Explorer 1000
Switching to sustainability is a key decision in almost every business’s lifespan. The purpose of this document is to recommend the Jackery Explorer 1000 for your business’s needs of remote power. This unit is the largest that Jackery offers, and as they are the name in the portable power station business to know, this is the best of the best.
Through our rigorous tests, we observed multiple different brands of power stations, including Yeti, Rockpals, and others, and this Jackery was the clear winner in most of the results with the most consistent output and ease of use.
The Situation
We at TechCon know that your team often runs mobile operating stations when working outside of the office. At those stations, you need a power source. Currently, you’re using a gas generator that honestly is overkill for two guys and a coffee maker. Besides the constant need to fill up, gas generators produce pollutants, not to mention the noise. Depending on the brand they could be very unreliable, and you don’t want to run it inside.
The Unit
This Jackery unit solves all of those problems. This large unit can run lights, laptop chargers, coffee pots, and everything else that a small team could need. At 1000 watts, it may not be as heavy-duty as some large gas generators, but it makes up for it with portability and ease of use. The 1000 model has 3 AC outlets on the front, as well as a few USB options. Next to each of the grouped outlets is a switch that allows you to turn off the charging port. This allows you to stop the battery drain without unplugging the wiring, or you can run it as a central control. To charge the Jackery station, there are multiple options as well. For some devices and usage times with this unit, see Figure 2 below.
The Jackery line of power banks can be charged by a wall socket, a vehicle’s 12v outlet, or even solar panels. This combination of possibilities means you will, hopefully, never be out of options for power. This battery can be recharged by two 100 watt solar panels(also sold by Jackery) in around 8 hours. So it’s safe to say that on a sunny day, you could charge the battery and use it at the same time, then still have a full charge at the end of the day(Figure 3). It will charge a little faster through a building’s wall outlet, but slower from a car 12v outlet. Not all power banks have a solar charging option, and this is key when working remotely.
A few devices that the Jackery cannot support would be large appliances such as a hairdryer or an electric stovetop. It is not made to produce enough wattage for that sort of use, but it can power many other necessities easily. That being said, it can power 8 devices at a time, such as a computer, a USB fan, LED lights, a camera charger, and a USB speaker, as examples.
For your specific situation, this unit can keep your two agent’s laptops and phones charged all day for maximum productivity while decreasing your carbon footprint. Weighing only 22 pounds, this is a lightweight solution to power needs when there isn’t a wall outlet or car charger nearby, and can be carried almost anywhere in the world. The ergonomic handle on top gives the Jackery a lunchbox feel and balance, which is fitting because it prepares you for the full day. This would be ideal for when you send a team on the road to meet clients, or just when the power goes out at the home office. The best thing about this unit, compared to a gasoline generator, is that you can use it indoors without fearing the airborne toxins.
This product does not come with the solar panels, but they are sold separately. The Jackery folding panels are specially made to work perfectly with their power banks, but other options have been matched up to work as well. The Jackery units have a solar controller on the inside of the unit, so it bypasses the need for a custom-built system that most RV or van dwellers need to build for mobile power.
The Tests
Our tests of the Jackery and the other brands consisted of day-in and day-out draining and recharging of the battery packs. They were tested in high and low temperatures, during sunshine and moonlight hours. Not every data point was a significant difference between all devices tested. By the end of the five different studies(Portability, Rechargability, Usability, Sustainability, and Power Supplied), the Jackery Explorer 1000 was the clear class leader. While the Yeti did charge a little faster, the Jackery weighs a full 15 pounds lighter. And while the Rockpals unit had a better capacity, it took an extra 6 hours to charge, which would put it at 14 hours for a full charge. The differences were small but clear.
The Conclusion
Our recommendation is that you purchase one of the Jackery Explorer 1000 units to replace your gasoline generators immediately so that you may start to see the cost savings and usefulness. This all-in-one unit is a piece of American-designed ingenuity that will quickly become the tool you didn’t know you needed. This Jackery Explorer 1000 become your choice for mobile power solutions, whether your team needs it out on the go, or at home during an emergency. I know that after you touch this for the first time, it will give you confidence, not only in the company but also in the 2 year warranty that comes with the unit.
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I got the Explorer 240 in hopes that it will provide sufficient power to my CPAP Airsense 10 (no humification, no heated tube) for 2 nights camping with the family recently. I have bad sleep apnea so I have needed regular CPAP for over 12 years now. The last couple of times camping without it have resulted in very poor sleep for me and annoyance for my family with the incessant snoring. My kids did not really look forward to a repeat performance, so I thought I would try to mitigate the eventual complaining by picking up the Jackery battery. It was really through online reviews that purchasing this product became compelling.
It was received quickly by Canada Post and packaged very professionally and it was delivered to me a day or so before my camping trip. I charged the Jackery up the night before and then took it with me. I didn't buy the solar panels and while I should have tried it at home first, I didn't (didn't have time). The good news is once it was bedtime the first night in our tent I was able to easily figure out how to work it. I like the fact that the AC outlet I have to manually turn on - it's not on default and won't leak out power unnecessarily. I was pleased to start my CPAP machine and saw it is working. I do like the fact that it shows both the power input and output, so it gives the user a reasonable idea of what to expect for output, given a certain power draw that one can see.
I was even more pleased to see after the first night of 6-7 hours of sleep, my Jackery battery showed remaining life of 69%! Which gave me hope it would last one more night. By the second night it was still at 69% when I went to bed, and I slept about 6-7 hours again and awoke with the Jackery at 33%. I am not sure if it would have powered a third night but I was happy it powered up my CPAP completely during my trip which was the goal. There were no interruptions of power delivery to my CPAP on either night. I was able to use another remaining 11% to power up all the kids and my cell phone the next day before we left and still had power to spare. All in all, this is an impressive product. Great design, easy to use, light weight and even the packaging was nicely put together with little space to spare but everything was neat and tidy. Liked the manual and the included stickers too. After this experience, I am certainly bullish on Jackery products and it's funny because when I went to Costco the Friday that I was leaving for camping, I saw they were selling Jackery 880W Explorers. I was very tempted to buy one, but wanted to see the 240W in action first. I will no doubt be buying another Jackery, knowing how reliable it is, and it more than exceeded my expectations. When I came home I went to register the product with Jackery to receive an additional year of warranty. It is too bad that the $200.00 off they give as a result can only be spent in the US and only for orders over $1200. But overall I am very pleased at this product and would recommend it without hesitation for anyone needing a way to power up their CPAP while camping. Obviously if one is using humidification or a heated tube, the power draw would be much more and it would be hard to say what you would get in one or two nights. Certainly buying a higher wattage Jackery would mitigate that, but for what I got for what I paid, I am very delighted.
I come from a background of just using powerbanks for phone chargers, but really hated how they take hours and hours to charge, or die off when it drops below freezing. I seeked out Jackery simply because it was mentioned over and over again in car camping/campervan conversion forums as the #1 go to.
Things I like:
1. Durable quality parts - It feels high quality, not cheap. It's much lighter then I thought, the grab handle is awesome and kudos for adding a rubberized bottom for grip so it doesn't fall over, very smart.
2. Resists cold - I've used this in -18 celcius (0 Fahrenheit) and the charge does not remotely get affected, doesn't deviate at all. Most powerbanks lose charge fast at those temperatures, not this one!
3. Charges fast! - Connected it to my car lighter adapter, and it charges surprisingly fast, I can get about 10-20%back just driving an hour or so easy, and that's when its also charging my phone. Haven't charged it by outlet since opening because it just re-charges so fast, ive had no need, and I'm never worried on road trips.
4. Charges devices fast - I don't know the tech specs, but it feels like i'm plugging my phone and laptop into a wall outlet, lightyears faster then using a powerbank.
Things that I did not like:
1. The cigarette outlet on the battery does not come with a cover, so you have a big empty hole that is exposed to dirty,dust, etc... Not a huge deal, I just put some paper towels in there to stuff the whole when not in use.
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Lots of people in the reviews say Jackery is too pricey...but I took a chance anyways, based on the bounty of positive reviews, and I'm so glad I did. Worth every penny! Don't listen to those folks - they probably just can't afford one themselves.
I am very pleased with the purchases. I've done some trial runs with the solar panel and it charges the the power station very well, even in my more northernly climate. As further trial runs, we used the Jackery to power laptops, phones and some re-chargable lights. We were very pleased with its performance.
Everything about the unit is so straight forward, there is nothing to figure out or fiddle around with. Others in my family are impressed with my purchase and we can imagine buying a bigger version at some time and another solar panel, so we can also power some small appliance, like a mini-fridge.
Learning from another Amazon reviewer, I also purchased separately an Uniterupted Power Supply (UPS) for our desktop computer and modem. This other reviewed explained how during a power outage, he used the solar panel to charge the Jackery, and then used the Jackery to charge the UPS. This seems like a clever strategy and something that we are going to try, next time we are dealing with a longer-term power outage.
Overall, I am very pleased with my Jackery products and have no hesitation in leaving a very positive review. Cheers!