Head-to-head comparison · Portable Power Stations
Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 vs Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2
The two lightest 2 kWh stations we cover: about 39.5 lb for the Jackery and 41.7 lb for the Anker. The Anker adds more output, twice the solar input, an RV outlet and expansion to about 4 kWh.
By Watt Versus Editorial· Updated
This page was drafted with AI assistance from manufacturers' specs and manuals, and is checked by our editor.
Why the Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station wins
For 2.2 lb more, the C2000 Gen 2 gives 2,400 W against 2,200 W, 800 W of solar against 400 W, a 10 ms switchover and room for one expansion battery. Pick the Jackery if every pound counts, you charge mostly from the wall and 2 kWh will always be enough.
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Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station
A 2,042 Wh LiFePO4 station of about 39.5 lb with 2,200 W of AC output, a 1.75-hour wall recharge and a 5-year warranty.
Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station
A 2,048 Wh LiFePO4 station of 41.7 lb with 2,400 W of AC output, an RV outlet and expansion to 4 kWh.
Side-by-side
Specs compared
| Specification | Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station | Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 Portable Power StationOur pick |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | Editorial score:8.4/10 | Editorial score:8.7/10 |
| Best for | Lightest 2 kWh Station | Lightest Expandable 2 kWh Station |
| Capacity | 2,042 Wh | 2,048 Wh |
| Battery chemistry | LiFePO4 (LFP) | LiFePO4 (LFP) |
| Rated cycle life | 4,000 cycles to 70%+ capacity | 4,000 cycles to 80% capacity (US page) |
| AC output | 2,200 W | 2,400 W |
| Peak output | 4,400 W surge | 4,000 W |
| AC outlets | 3 x 120 V | Includes one NEMA 5-20R and one TT-30R RV outlet |
| USB-C output | 1 x 100 W, 1 x 30 W | 2 x 140 W, 1 x 15 W |
| Wall recharge | About 1.75 hours (1.7 hours in Jackery's feature text) | 1,800 W AC input; 0-100% in 88 minutes, 58 minutes with AC and solar combined |
| Max solar input | 400 W through two DC8020 ports | 800 W |
| Expandable to | Not expandable, per Jackery | 4,096 Wh with one BP2000 (Gen 2) expansion battery |
| Backup switchover | Under 20 ms | 10 ms |
| Weight | About 39.5 lb (17.9 kg) | 41.7 lb (18.9 kg) |
| Dimensions | 13.2 x 10.4 x 11.5 in | 18.1 x 9.8 x 10.1 in |
| Warranty | 5 years (3 + 2), per Jackery | Up to 5 years with registration, per Anker |
| Where to buy | Check Latest Price on Amazon (paid link) | Check Latest Price on Amazon (paid link) |
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At a glance
Key differences
- 1Weight: about 39.5 lb against 41.7 lb
- 2AC output: 2,200 W against 2,400 W
- 3Solar input: 400 W against 800 W
- 4Expansion: none against about 4 kWh with one BP2000 (Gen 2)
- 5Switchover: under 20 ms against 10 ms
Product by product
Pros and cons
Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station
The 2 kWh station to buy if weight matters more than solar or expansion: about 39.5 lb with a fast wall recharge. If you want to add batteries later, the Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 is barely heavier and grows to about 4 kWh.
Pros
- About 39.5 lb: the lightest 2 kWh station we cover
- 4,400 W surge for motors and compressors that need a hard start
- Under 20 ms switchover for a fridge, router or desktop
- 5-year warranty, by Jackery's terms
Cons
- 400 W of solar input, against 800 to 1,200 W on other 2 kWh stations we cover
- Not expandable: 2,042 Wh is all you get
- Three AC outlets, fewer than most 2 kWh rivals
Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station
The expandable 2 kWh station to pick if you will actually move it: lighter than every expandable rival here, with an RV outlet built in. The Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 is 2.2 lb lighter but cannot add a battery; heavy solar users should look at the BLUETTI AC200L or Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus.
Pros
- 41.7 lb: the lightest 2 kWh station we cover that can add a battery
- TT-30R outlet plugs straight into an RV's 30 A inlet
- Two 140 W USB-C ports
- Expands to about 4 kWh with one add-on battery
Cons
- 800 W of solar input is the lowest in the 2 kWh group
- Expansion stops at one extra battery, where Jackery's Explorer 2000 Plus reaches 12 kWh
- Anker's regional pages disagree on whether 4,000 cycles is to 80% or 70% capacity
Choose the Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 if
- You may want more than 2 kWh later.
- You run an RV with a 30 A inlet: it has a TT-30R outlet.
- You want more solar input or two 140 W USB-C ports.
Choose the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 if
- You want the lightest 2 kWh station we cover.
- You charge from the wall: about 1.75 hours to full, per Jackery.
- You want a 4,400 W surge for a fridge or pump that needs a hard start.
What we could not confirm
Jackery rates its cells at 4,000 cycles to 70% capacity and Anker at 4,000 cycles to 80% on its US page, so the cycle figures are not like for like. More 2 kWh options are in the best 2 kWh power stations.
Frequently asked questions
- Which is lighter, the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 or the Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2?
- The Jackery, at about 39.5 lb against 41.7 lb, by the makers' figures.
- Which one can add a battery?
- The Anker. One BP2000 (Gen 2) takes it to about 4 kWh. Jackery says the Explorer 2000 v2 is not expandable.
- Which takes more solar?
- The Anker, at 800 W against 400 W for the Jackery.
Sources
The specifications and claims on this page come from these manufacturer documents. Figures are the manufacturers' own unless the text says otherwise.
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