Figures read DELTA 3 first, Explorer 1000 v2 second.

Which one suits what

One line per criterion, each with the numbers behind it. There is no overall winner: weigh the lines that matter for your list.

  • Longer runtime on the same load: the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2, with 1,070 Wh against 1,024 Wh for the DELTA 3. Runtime follows usable watt hours.
  • Bigger loads at once: the EcoFlow DELTA 3, with 1,800 W against 1,500 W for the Explorer 1000 v2. Continuous output caps what runs at the same moment.
  • Motor and compressor starts: the EcoFlow DELTA 3, with 3,600 W against 3,000 W for the Explorer 1000 v2. The surge rating covers the start of a fridge, pump or tool.
  • Carrying it: the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2, with 23.8 lb (10.8 kg) against 27.6 lb (12.5 kg) for the DELTA 3. Lighter is easier to move.
  • Price per watt hour: the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2, with $0.56 against $0.68 for the DELTA 3. Prices as stored for October 2026; sale prices change often.
  • Solar refill: the EcoFlow DELTA 3, with 2.7 h of peak sun against 3.6 h of peak sun for the Explorer 1000 v2. From empty at each station's own solar limit.

Running time, side by side

Each appliance on its own on a full charge, at 85% efficiency. Loads used for minutes a day show minutes of use.

Common appliances on the DELTA 3 and the Explorer 1000 v2
ApplianceWattsDELTA 3Explorer 1000 v2
Phone charging20 W43.5 h45.5 h
Laptop (while charging)65 W13.4 h14.0 h
Wi-Fi router and modemestimate28 W31.1 h32.5 h
LED bulb, 60 W equivalent (800 lumens)8.5 W4.3 days4.5 days
TV, 55 inch LED (LCD)82 W10.6 h11.1 h
CPAP machine (no humidifier)11 W3.3 days3.4 days
CPAP machine with heated humidifier56 W15.5 h16.2 h
Oxygen concentrator (home, stationary)290 W3.0 h3.1 h
Box fan (20 inch)125 W7.0 h7.3 h
Refrigerator (modern, full size)275 W16.1 h16.8 h
Chest freezer300 W26.1 h27.3 h
Sump pump (1/2 HP)925 W56 min59 min
Drip coffee maker900 W58 min of use1.0 h of use
Microwave oven (1,000 W cooking power)1,530 W34 min of usecannot power it
Electric kettle1,500 W35 min of use36 min of use
Window air conditioner (5,000 BTU)525 W1.7 h1.7 h
Electric space heater (1,500 W)1,500 W35 min36 min

Watts vary by model and age. Check the label on your own appliance and enter it for an exact answer.

Specifications

Published specifications of the EcoFlow DELTA 3 and the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2
SpecificationDELTA 3Explorer 1000 v2
Rated capacity1,024 Wh1,070 Wh
Battery chemistryLiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate)LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate)
Cycle life4,000 cycles to 80% capacity4,000 cycles to 70% capacity
Continuous AC output1,800 W1,500 W
Surge rating3,600 W3,000 W
Boost modeX-Boost, up to 2,200 W for resistive loadsNot published
AC outlets63
AC voltage120 V120 V
USB-C2 ports, up to 100 W2 ports, up to 100 W
USB-A2 ports1 port
12 V car outletup to 126 Wup to 120 W
Wall charging inputup to 1,500 WNot published
Solar inputup to 500 Wup to 400 W
Car charging inputup to 96 WNot published
Expansion batteriesyes, up to 5,000 Wh in total (DELTA 3 Series Smart Extra Battery)no
Backup (UPS) switchover20 ms or faster20 ms or faster
Weight27.6 lb (12.5 kg)23.8 lb (10.8 kg)
Size (box)15.7 × 11.2 × 8 in12.9 × 9.7 × 8.8 in
Charges down to32 °F (0 °C)32 °F (0 °C)
Runs down to14 °F (-10 °C)14 °F (-10 °C)
Ingress ratingIP65 battery packNot published
Noise30 dB30 dB
App connectionWi-Fi, BluetoothWi-Fi, Bluetooth
Warranty5 years3 years
240 VNot publishedno 240 V output
TT-30 RV outletNot publishedno
L14-30 outletNot publishedno

Solar refill counts 75% of each station's own solar limit reaching the battery; at 4 peak sun hours a day, divide by 4 for days.

The two stations

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