We compared two portable power stations: the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 and the XIERXIN Power Station 1000W/666Wh.
What we looked at
Battery chemistry and capacity, output and ports, and price.
The verdict
If you want a lightweight LiFePO4 battery rated for a 10-year lifespan and up to 3,000 charge cycles, plus app control, the Jackery is the pick at £189.00. If you would rather pay £9.01 less for higher stated 1000W/666Wh capacity with 4 AC outlets and 4 lighting modes, the XIERXIN is the alternative, at £179.99.
A £189.00 power station with a LiFePO4 battery rated for 3,000 charge cycles.
A £179.99 power station with 666Wh capacity and 4 AC outlets.
Jackery Explorer 240 v2 Portable Power Station — Longest Battery Life
Intended for: Marketed as a 256Wh LiFePO4 portable power station weighing 3.5kg (7.7lbs), with a 300W AC output, 100W PD fast USB-C charging, 1-hour fast charging via app control, a 10-year stated battery lifespan across up to 3,000 charge cycles, IEC 62368 and UL94V-0 safety certification, and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth smart app control.
What we liked
- LiFePO4 battery stated for a 10-year lifespan and 3,000 charge cycles
- Lightweight at 3.5kg (7.7lbs), per the listing
- 1-hour fast charging via app control
- Smart app control over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
- IEC 62368 and UL94V-0 safety certified
Worth knowing
- Costs £9.01 more than the XIERXIN on these listings
- Lower stated capacity (256Wh) than the XIERXIN's 666Wh
Best for
- Buyers who want the longest stated battery lifespan
- Anyone who wants smart app control
- Lightweight carrying for shorter trips
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants the highest stated Wh capacity
- Budget-conscious buyers
XIERXIN Power Station 1000W/666Wh, Portable Rechargeable Generator — Highest Capacity
Intended for: Marketed as a 1000W pure sine wave portable power station with 666Wh capacity, 4 AC outlets, 1 cigarette lighter output, 4 USB ports, dual DC charging input (fully charged in 4 hours), multiple safety protections (high temperature, short circuit, overload), and 4 built-in lighting modes including SOS.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Jackery on these listings, at £179.99
- Higher stated capacity: 666Wh against the Jackery's 256Wh
- 4 AC outlets, more than the Jackery's single output
- Built-in lighting with 4 modes including SOS
Worth knowing
- No stated LiFePO4 battery chemistry or cycle-life figure, unlike the Jackery
- No smart app control
Best for
- Buyers who want the higher stated Wh capacity
- Anyone who wants multiple AC outlets at once
- Those who want built-in emergency lighting modes
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants a stated long-life LiFePO4 battery
- Buyers who want smart app control
