Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus vs OUPES Guardian 6000 V2
The Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus holds 5,040 Wh against 4,608 Wh for the OUPES Guardian 6000 V2, and gives 7,200 W against 6,000 W of continuous output. In October 2026 the Explorer 5000 Plus cost $0.69 per Wh of rated capacity and the Guardian 6000 V2 $0.59. Neither is ranked above the other here: each row below shows where one leads, so the right pick depends on what you need to run.
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The two in numbers
5,040 / 4,608Wh
Capacity
7,200 / 6,000W
Output
$0.69 / $0.59
Price per Wh
1.7 h / 1.7 h
Solar refill, peak sun
Figures read Explorer 5000 Plus first, Guardian 6000 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 5000 Plus, with 5,040 Wh against 4,608 Wh for the Guardian 6000 V2. Runtime follows usable watt hours.
- Bigger loads at once: the Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus, with 7,200 W against 6,000 W for the Guardian 6000 V2. Continuous output caps what runs at the same moment.
- Motor and compressor starts: the Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus, with 14,400 W against 9,000 W for the Guardian 6000 V2. The surge rating covers the start of a fridge, pump or tool.
- Carrying it: the OUPES Guardian 6000 V2, with 111.8 lb (50.7 kg) against 134.5 lb (61 kg) for the Explorer 5000 Plus. Lighter is easier to move.
- Price per watt hour: the OUPES Guardian 6000 V2, with $0.59 against $0.69 for the Explorer 5000 Plus. Prices as stored for October 2026; sale prices change often.
- Solar refill: the Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus, with 1.7 h of peak sun against 1.7 h of peak sun for the Guardian 6000 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.
| Appliance | Watts | Explorer 5000 Plus | Guardian 6000 V2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phone charging | 20 W | 8.9 days | 8.2 days |
| Laptop (while charging) | 65 W | 2.7 days | 2.5 days |
| Wi-Fi router and modemestimate | 28 W | 6.4 days | 5.8 days |
| LED bulb, 60 W equivalent (800 lumens) | 8.5 W | 21.0 days | 19.2 days |
| TV, 55 inch LED (LCD) | 82 W | 2.2 days | 47.8 h |
| CPAP machine (no humidifier) | 11 W | 16.2 days | 14.8 days |
| CPAP machine with heated humidifier | 56 W | 3.2 days | 2.9 days |
| Oxygen concentrator (home, stationary) | 290 W | 14.8 h | 13.5 h |
| Box fan (20 inch) | 125 W | 34.3 h | 31.3 h |
| Refrigerator (modern, full size) | 275 W | 3.3 days | 3.0 days |
| Chest freezer | 300 W | 5.4 days | 4.9 days |
| Sump pump (1/2 HP) | 925 W | 4.6 h | 4.2 h |
| Drip coffee maker | 900 W | 4.8 h of use | 4.4 h of use |
| Microwave oven (1,000 W cooking power) | 1,530 W | 2.8 h of use | 2.6 h of use |
| Electric kettle | 1,500 W | 2.9 h of use | 2.6 h of use |
| Window air conditioner (5,000 BTU) | 525 W | 8.2 h | 7.5 h |
| Electric space heater (1,500 W) | 1,500 W | 2.9 h | 2.6 h |
Watts vary by model and age. Check the label on your own appliance and enter it for an exact answer.
Specifications
| Specification | Explorer 5000 Plus | Guardian 6000 V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Rated capacity | 5,040 Wh | 4,608 Wh |
| Battery chemistry | LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate) | LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate) |
| Cycle life | 4,000 cycles to 70% capacity | 4,000 cycles to 80% capacity |
| Continuous AC output | 7,200 W | 6,000 W |
| Surge rating | 14,400 W | 9,000 W |
| AC outlets | 5 | Not published |
| AC voltage | 120 V and 240 V | 120 V and 240 V |
| 240 V | 240 V split phase on its own | 240 V split phase on its own |
| TT-30 RV outlet | no | yes |
| L14-30 outlet | yes | yes |
| USB-C | 2 ports, up to 100 W | 1 port, up to 140 W |
| USB-A | 2 ports | 2 ports |
| 12 V car outlet | up to 120 W | Not published |
| Solar input | up to 4,000 W | up to 3,600 W |
| Expansion batteries | yes, up to 30,000 Wh in total (Battery Pack 5000 Plus (up to 5)) | yes, up to 41,400 Wh in total (G5 Extra Battery) |
| Backup (UPS) switchover | 20 ms or faster | 20 ms or faster |
| Weight | 134.5 lb (61 kg) | 111.8 lb (50.7 kg) |
| Size (box) | 25 × 16.5 × 15.6 in | 25 × 16.8 × 16.3 in |
| Charges down to | 32 °F (0 °C) | Not published |
| Runs down to | 5 °F (-15 °C) | Not published |
| Noise | 30 dB | Not published |
| App connection | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Boost mode | Not published | Boost Mode, up to 7,200 W for resistive loads |
| Wall charging input | Not published | up to 3,600 W |
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
Jackery's page for the Explorer 5000 Plus (opens in a new tab) OUPES's page for the Guardian 6000 V2 (opens in a new tab)
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