EcoFlow vs Jackery vs Bluetti vs Anker Solar Generators Compared

Choose Jackery if weight matters most, since its Explorer models list the most watt-hours per pound. Choose EcoFlow if you need high surge, fast AC charging and a refurbished program with full warranty. Choose BLUETTI for the most 1 kWh capacity, or Anker SOLIX for the highest 1 kWh rated output. All six EcoFlow, Jackery and BLUETTI units use LiFePO4.

Quick verdict: which brand should you choose?

• Camping, RV trips, carrying between rooms: Jackery. The Explorer 1000 v2 weighs 23.8 lb and the Explorer 2000 v2 about 39.5 lb, the lightest in each class we compared.
• Starting motors and running high-draw tools: EcoFlow. The DELTA 3 lists 3,600 W surge and the DELTA 3 Max Plus 6,000 W.
• Most energy in the 1 kWh class: BLUETTI AC180, at 1,152 Wh.
• Highest rated output in the 1 kWh class: Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2, at 2,000 W.
• Buying refurbished: EcoFlow, whose official refurbished units carry the same warranty as new.

Prices change daily, so compare live listings below each brand section rather than list prices.

1 kWh class: EcoFlow DELTA 3 vs Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 vs BLUETTI AC180 vs Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2

Specs from each maker’s pages, checked September 25, 2026, and from Anker’s own SOLIX spec page, checked September 26, 2026. Model lines change often, so check the current spec page before buying.

Spec	EcoFlow DELTA 3	Jackery Explorer 1000 v2	BLUETTI AC180	Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
Capacity	1,024 Wh	1,070 Wh	1,152 Wh	1,024 Wh
Rated AC output	1,800 W	1,500 W	1,800 W	2,000 W
Surge / peak	3,600 W	3,000 W	2,700 W	3,000 W
Chemistry	LFP	LiFePO4	LiFePO4	Not stated in spec table
Cycle rating	4,000 to 80%+	4,000 to 70%+	3,500+ to 80%	4,000 to at least 80%
Weight	27.6 lb (12.5 kg)	23.8 lb (10.8 kg)	about 35.3 lb (16 kg)	24.9 lb
Wh per lb (our calculation)	about 37	about 45	about 33	about 41
UPS switchover	Under 10 ms	Not checked	Not checked	Under 10 ms
Warranty	5 years	3 years + 2 extra at jackery.com	5 years	5 years

Jackery’s surge, weight and cycle figures come from its UK comparison page because the US product page did not list them. Note the cycle ratings end at different percentages: Jackery’s 70% end point is a lower bar than 80%.

2 kWh class: DELTA 3 Max Plus vs Explorer 2000 v2 vs Elite 200 V2

Spec	EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max Plus	Jackery Explorer 2000 v2	BLUETTI Elite 200 V2
Capacity	2,048 Wh	2,042 Wh	2,073.6 Wh
Rated AC output	3,000 W	2,200 W	2,600 W
Surge / peak	6,000 W	4,400 W	3,900 W for resistive loads (Power Lifting)
Chemistry	LFP	LFP	LiFePO4
Cycle rating	Not listed on spec page	Not listed on product page	6,000+ (end percentage not stated)
Weight	48.7 lb (22.1 kg)	about 39.5 lb (17.9 kg)	53.4 lb (24.2 kg)
Wh per lb (our calculation)	about 42	about 52	about 39
Warranty	3 years + 2 with app registration	3 years + 2 extra at jackery.com	5 years

The DELTA 3 Max Plus leads on output by a wide margin. That matters for a well pump or a window air conditioner running alongside a fridge. The Jackery gives up output for a much lighter build.

Charging speed and solar input

Model	AC charging (maker’s figure)	Max solar input
EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus	1,500 W input, full in 56 minutes	1,000 W (500 W x 2)
EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max Plus	1,800 W input	1,000 W
Jackery Explorer 1000 v2	0 to 100% in 1 hour (emergency charge)	Not verified
Jackery Explorer 2000 v2	0 to 100% in about 1.7 hours	Not verified
BLUETTI AC180	1,440 W max, 1.3 to 1.8 hours	500 W
BLUETTI Elite 200 V2	1,800 W max, 80% in 1.1 hours, full in 1.4 hours	1,000 W
Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2	1,600 W UltraFast (1,200 W normal), full in 49 minutes	600 W (11 to 60 V)

We list the DELTA 3 Plus here because EcoFlow publishes its charge time. It shares the DELTA 3’s 1,024 Wh capacity and adds a second solar input. “Not verified” means the figure was not on the pages we could check, not that the feature is missing.

Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2: where it fits

Anker’s 1 kWh model lists the highest rated output in our 1 kWh table, 2,000 W, with 3,000 W surge and a UPS switchover under 10 ms. Anker rates the battery at 4,000 cycles to at least 80% capacity and lists a 5-year warranty.

The tradeoffs are capacity and growth. At 1,024 Wh it matches the EcoFlow DELTA 3 but holds less than the BLUETTI AC180. Anker’s FAQ says the C1000 Gen 2 has no expansion feature and points buyers who want expansion to the original C1000. Anker’s refurbished terms were not checked for this page, so Anker is left out of the warranty table below.

Warranty and refurbished programs compared

Brand	New-unit warranty (models above)	Official refurbished warranty	Unauthorized resellers
EcoFlow	5 years; on the DELTA 3 Max Plus, 3 standard + 2 with app registration	Same as new	Excluded from warranty
Jackery	3 years + 2 extra when bought at jackery.com	6 months	Canadian policy: original purchaser only, not transferable
BLUETTI	5 years	No direct refurbished sale terms found; replacement units keep the remaining warranty or 30 days	Warranty invalid

If you shop secondhand, these terms matter as much as the specs. Our guide to whether refurbished power stations are worth it covers eBay condition labels and the eBay Refurbished program warranty.

EcoFlow DELTA: strengths and tradeoffs

EcoFlow’s DELTA 3 line lists the highest surge ratings in both classes we compared. EcoFlow also lists the DELTA 3 Plus as expandable to 5 kWh with extra batteries, so a 1 kWh purchase can grow into home backup later.

The tradeoffs are weight in the 2 kWh class and a warranty structure that asks for app registration to reach 5 years on the Max Plus. EcoFlow’s refurbished program stands out: the company says refurbished machines get the same warranty cover as new ones.

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Jackery Explorer: strengths and tradeoffs

Jackery is the weight leader. By our calculation from listed specs, the Explorer 2000 v2 stores about 52 Wh per pound, compared with about 42 for the EcoFlow and 39 for the BLUETTI in the same class. That makes it the easier pick for campers and RV owners who move the unit often.

The costs are lower rated output than rivals of similar capacity and a cycle rating that ends at 70% on the 1000 v2. Jackery’s refurbished units carry only a 6-month warranty.

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BLUETTI: strengths and tradeoffs

BLUETTI’s AC180 packs the most energy of the 1 kWh group at 1,152 Wh and matches EcoFlow’s 1,800 W rated output. The Elite 200 V2 lists 6,000+ cycles, the highest cycle count we found, though BLUETTI’s page does not state the end percentage.

BLUETTI units are the heaviest per watt-hour in both tables. BLUETTI also describes its higher figures as Power Lifting for resistive heating loads, rather than as general surge, so motor-starting headroom is harder to compare.

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Which solar generator brand fits home backup, camping and RV use?

Home backup during outages. Rated output and room to grow matter most here. The EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max Plus lists 3,000 W of rated output, the highest in our 2 kWh table, and EcoFlow lists the DELTA 3 Plus as expandable to 5 kWh.

Car camping and tent trips. Weight wins. Jackery’s Explorer models are the lightest per watt-hour in both classes by our calculation, and the 1000 v2’s 1,500 W rated output covers most camp loads short of heaters.

RVs and off-grid cabins with daily solar charging. Cycle rating and solar input count most, because the battery cycles almost every day. The BLUETTI Elite 200 V2 lists 6,000+ cycles and 1,000 W of solar input. The EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max Plus also accepts 1,000 W of solar.

Whatever the use, confirm the model’s rated output covers your largest appliance before comparing anything else. For 3 kWh and larger units, see what a 3000 watt solar generator will run. If you are also considering 4Patriots, our 4Patriots solar generator comparison sets its Patriot Power specs against these brands.

What do surge, X-Boost and Power Lifting mean?

Surge is the short burst a unit can supply when a motor or compressor starts. X-Boost is EcoFlow’s name for running some higher-wattage appliances beyond the rated output; EcoFlow lists 2,200 W with X-Boost on the DELTA 3 Plus and 3,800 W on the DELTA 3 Max Plus. Power Lifting is BLUETTI’s term; it lists 2,700 W on the AC180 for heating devices and 3,900 W on the Elite 200 V2 for pure resistive loads.

Which size should you compare?

If you are unsure whether you need the 1 kWh or 2 kWh class, run your loads through our solar generator sizing method. For all brands and sizes in one place, go back to the best solar generators guide. And if you are weighing an older NMC model against these LFP units, see LiFePO4 vs NMC.