We have used the ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y for probably 30 hours with our camper and it’s been great! The noise level is really only noticeable when running the AC and other appliances like the microwave, hair dryer, or coffee pot. It’s not huge like other ones and it has wheels so even at 90lbs, I can move it!
Man, a reviewer guy who actually buys his own stuff. Completely refreshing. Subscribed and will definitely use your links for purchases. Btw, That jackery looks like it ate all the other jackeries.
Thanks! Happy to help. I have the EcoFlow Delta Max videos about to post, I purchased that one too. I am purchasing the Delta Pro as well as more Bluetti units too.
Today is July 29, 2024. Jackery offers their old model 1000 for $550 on Amazon and the old model 2000 Pro direct for $999, both great deals if they will suit you. I'd get one or the other except I'm spoiled by using Bluettis, which are delighted to accept anybody's solar panel input without drama. I don't have any use for folding panels as I have fixed panels. Thanks for being the only UA-camr to attempt to connect normal solar panels.
We bought one too. Was very excited to get it and we’ve been running it with all our appliances in home getting ready to go off grid....with solar being the main power. We don’t have the Jacery solar panels either and had no way to test it like you did. Makes me want to return it ASAP.
Ya it's really too bad about the solar panels. I haven't found another review where anyone used four 200w Solarsaga solar panels to know if they would do much better. eBay is always an option =)
@@minutemanprep EBay takes 12.55% of the sale now PLUS it includes the TAX the buyer is paying in the calculation! An $890 sale calculated to over $123 in FEES. Sorry I’m ok now...yes I could sell but wouldn’t Jackery have to refund?
Jackery is an outdoor generator for people who need portable outside power. Their battery have less weight because they use traditional 18650 batteries and not LifePo4 far too heavy and not resistant to sub 0 temp. Jackery works at -10C. The solar saga are very good and solid. From one panel 100w i get 94w. What you say about the panel is wrong. I have a jackery 1000 which have a limited mppt input to 125. So with two panel i get only 125w but there are usb port and i can maximize the panel by charging phone directly with the panel. The jackery 1500 get 337w of charging from the 400w panel (4 x 100w). You don’t go in camping with solid fixed panel. The portable panel are very good for that. Personally i am very happy with my jackery 1000 which runs my 12 v fridge for 5 days without recharging. If i charge 2 hours per day. I could add 250wh in the generator which give me 32h of more fridge usage. So perfect for 4/5 days of camping. My fridge cfx3 use 7.79 per hour at 41F in 77F ambiant temp with the jackery 1000. Charging a iphone take less than 10wh, same for an ipad with the usb, and even 0 if you charge directly with the solar panels. It is very efficient 935wh usable on.1002wh so 93% efficiency. The ratings on jackery product are over 95% satisfied customers. Their product are reliable. Jackery is for outdoor, outlanders and camping. It is not for home stationary backup. For that, a DIY or a flex 1500 with stackable battery or titan would be better
I am glad to hear you've had much better luck with the equipment than I have. If you watch my other Jackery videos you'll see the numbers I was getting. In case you missed it, I did mention in this video that Jackery has improved their panels and are reported to be better. Also in this video, I very clearly mention how much I like the inverter and battery.
@@minutemanprep i come back from 3 days camping strip and the jackery 1000 never got below 83% with running my fridge 24/7. And every day i was able to charge it to 100% with only 120w charging because my energy usage (17% per day) is very low with only 12v devices very efficient. One solar saga was capable to charge 90/94w on full sun and 115/119w with two panels. So definitely compatible panel works best for jackery. I was charging at 120w because the explorer 1000 is limited by the internal mppt controller despite 2x100w panels but i was charging two phones simultaneously directly on the panel as well, so i finally used the panel pretty well. Ideally two jackery would be perfect if space and weight was not the problem. Because the logistic is limiting the usage. I had to keep the fridge and jackery in the trunk to not have to move in continuously in the car when we wanted to get out of the camping camp. So we didn’t have the generator close in the tent for fan and other devices. I wanted the generator and fridge in the car to protect them.
I looked at the Jackery 2000 when I wanted to get another unit. I already had the Bluetti AC200P with 3 of their portable solar panels. With Jackery's propriety issues with solar panel connections, I decided not to buy this unit. I bought another AC200P even though it weighs quite a bit more. Good review and it confirms my initial concerns about this unit.
Thanks for this review! I find your explanation more clear and accessible than any others. I finally think I will be able to understand, choose and actually use a portable solar setup! Hooray!
Great review. Think you should have called Jackery and challenge their claims of solar charging effieciency. It would be interesting to hear their explanations.
I truly appreciate your honesty about this Jacquerie. I have seen others preview this Jacquerie, and none of them have been as honest as you are. I want to purchase a solar battery and didn’t know which one to purchase. You said you use another kind of battery in your cabinet I’m interested in that. I need this extra power because where I live, the electricity is always going off The grid and I need to run my refrigerators freezers microwaves. The whole works in my house, and I need something really powerful.
I agree with your assessment of the Jackery 1500 and 2000. I purchased the Jackery 1500 (with my own money also) and I find the proprietary input connectors the weakest part of the new Jackerys. I, too, requested the adapter and use Rich Solar panels. It does appear that the MPPT throttles back on the input, and that maybe due to the new Panasonic batteries they decided to use. I have no problems using the A/C input in one jack and solar panels in the other. The MPPT may require a minimum voltage before powering. For your readers, the Jackery 1500 input is limited to 300 for each plug, for a total of 600. Again, I agree with you and happy with the unit other than the change in the 8mm plugs.
I have a feeling they had to up the size of the center pin to handle 300 and 400 watts. Should have left the Anderson powerpole but that's a mute point.
Hello, Pastor Fred here. Thank you for this review. I just ordered a Jackery 2000 with 4 panels, got it very cheap, but am hoping it actually works to run simple things while I am building my off grid cabin and get my large solar system up and running... Just getting started...
@@JayBradleyRephan it was a scam. I lost $$$.. They never delivered, but reported they did, and UPS showed delivery of an 7 Oz item to an address that wasn't mine. I loathe scammers. Still fighting charge
First timer. Thanks for your work. Seriously, thanks. I'm awaiting delivery of a Bluetti AC200P. Panels to come later. Please review this unit Thanks again.
I'm in the market for a solar generator and saw your video. Very well-reviewed and thank you. I need 2000 watts but not sure which one that I will be getting.
Thanks for another great review. I appreciate reviewers that show both the good and bad, and not just the things that will get clicks on their affiliate link. If I do ever order a Titan (I built my own while the Titan was unavailable), it’ll be from your site. Thanks for your reliable content.
Hey Rick, thanks so much. I truly appreciate that. I'd love to see what you built! If you have pictures or anything you can email them to me at info@poweredportablesolar.com. Thanks for watching.
Your review made me build my own :) and I paid $1000 less than buying the Jackery. 24 Volt 100ah battery, 24 volt Pure Sine inverter, 40 amp mppt charge controller, 24 volt to 12 volt converter for my 12 volt items, circuit breakers, fuses and high quality heavy duty wire. Price of a jackery 2000 on amazon today $2299. Price to build my own with higher specs? Around $1300.
Once again, you keep pulling through for me MM. I learn a bit more with your deep insite/inputs to these devices. Every time I receive your emails I look forward to your reviews. This one has really taken me for a ride, 'I can't imagine how you feel.Thanks for your sacrifices and time for bringing this info with this issue of Solar Charging Capacity with this unit. Return it for an exchange and see if the new Jackery does the same?
@@DK-jd8bj - Proprietary connectors? They make all kinds of cheap Apple knockoffs that work fine and aren’t anymore expensive than any other connector. Same thing with Jackery. Adapters!
I know how to make 3 panels work...hook up the 3 panels, but put a blanket over one of your 100W solar panels and this will lower the overall voltage to below the 54 volts...then after you connect the cable to the Jackery, slowly pull away the blanket...and it will accept the the 3 panels in series.
Very interesting theory. I will try to test that this weekend =). I'm still concerned it will not work but I will try it and let the results speak for themselves. I've been wrong before.
One of the best reviews I've seen Thanks so much for alerting us A lot of people are turned off with Jackrey's Not compatible with other solar panels great channel we're following you Thanks
@@minutemanprep if once dumb restrictions lift a d hopefully ye didn't take the dumb clot shots - if you can apply for and get permanent residence within uk i can highly recommend the live aboard boating lifestyle Not entirely sure what the legalities are re a relocation from usa to uk and everything that would involve
There is a UA-camr named Shen Ye who was doing a review of the Jackery 1500 and was upset that he was getting very little input from his single solar panel which was doing OK on his Jackery 1000, but badly on the 1500., He discovered that single solar panels that have lower Open Circuit Voltage (around 22.8) and lower Voltage (18v) will do poorly. If using a single solar panel that has Open circuit voltage of 34.5 volts and voltage of 29v was able to be handled properly. Check out his video with a title of Jackery Explorer 1500
Thank You for saving me from a Big Headache... as I "was" looking at Jackery's but this review was the icing on the avoiding same cake.... Subscribed...and Thumbs Up !!
I have the Jackery 500 and it mainly runs the refrigerator in the back of my Jeep and it does it very efficiently in fact some people run their refrigerators for days without needing a recharge but the way I use mine I have never needed to recharge my 500 it works fine. I would say considering the price of the Jackery going over the 500 would be price prohibitive and you would be better off building out your own solar system one that you could expand by adding storage batteries 🔋 and panels to meet power ⚡️ requirements.
I do appreciate your efforts in testing these units. I’ve been in the shadows not commenting but watching you but I’m here. These units do seem to be getting better as is early 2020
First time here bud, I'm in the UK. Fantastic video testing and evaluation. I really enjoyed your attention to detail great break down, keep on bringing the info 👍
Thanks so much for the review. This is my first time watching you. I appreciate the review on this because I thought these were one of the better brands. I'll definitely stay away from the Jackery and you should return it and get your money back.
Thanks for watching Gina =) The Titan is truly the best one out there. I like to keep my solar generators even if they don't work well because I try to do more tests on them down the road and find different ways of using them.
My understanding is that the Jackery Explorer 2000 was only scheduled for a one time production run in 2021. I believe that it was only available for pre-order for a few hours, several months ago. Supposedly Jackery will start producing the Explorer 2000 again sometime in 2022. Currently the Explorer 1500 is the largest unit (1,488 Wh) they have available. Unfortunately the Explorer 1500 also has the proprietary 8mm barrel inputs with thicker center pins. Too bad they didn't just keep the auxiliary Anderson Powerpole connectors like the Explorer 1000 has. I guess this was Jackery's way of selling more of their solar panels. Hope this helps. :)
@Johny Cruz I just bought the Jackery 2000 at Home Depot today. Shipping it to our local store for pick up. On sale right now (July 2, 2021) for $1,099.00. Then the added tax of $53.95. Grand total comes to $1,153.95. We live in Wis. so don't know what your tax would be. The unit also comes with solar panels. You can also have it shipped to your house for free. This was the very best price I could find. Saved $70.00. Hope this helps you...
@@Roblox-er3ds I believe the unit Maureen bought was NOT the Jackery Explorer 2000. The Explorer 2000 has a regular retail price of $2,099 + tax. It also has a battery capacity of 2,060 Wh (watt hours); and a continuous AC inverter max rate of 2,200 watts (20 amps @ 110V AC). The unit Maureen ordered was a watered down version of the Jackery Explorer 1000 made especially for Home Depot. I noticed that Home Depot is deceptively advertising it as 2,000 PEAK watts. This is technically true, but the continuous AC inverter max rate is only 1,000 watts (9.1 amps @ 110V AC), NOT 2,000 watts. In addition it only has a battery capacity of 880 Wh (watt hours); less than the Explorer 1000. Home Depot is currently selling this watered down (880 Wh) version in California for $799 + tax by itself; or $1,099 + tax for the version including 1 * 100W solar panel. Check out the Bluetti AC200P for $1,700 on Amazon. It does weigh 61 lbs., but it has 2,000 Wh (watt hours) of (LiFePO4) battery capacity; and a max inverter RATE of 2,000 watts (18.2 amps @ 110V AC). I think it's your best bet until Jackery decides to start producing the Explorer 2000 again. Hope all this helps. :)
I'm not sure why some commenters think a person has to use jackery's solar panels. I don't,as soon as I looked at them I did my research and bought the dokia brand panels. They are crap, I have since then bought my Marbero's, and I l love them. Running while charging has been said to wear it out quicker as these aren't set up as a UPS system. So I don't. I have two 1000 watt jackery's for my freezer. Two 500 for my computer,DVD player and other misc. I have three 240's for my phone and lights. I bought extension cords and have my Genny's safe in the rv. I also have a 1200 watt system set up that isn't running right now,can't figure out the problem and haven't been able to get anyone to come out and look at it,so I absolutely love my plug and play units. I also do a lot of cooking with my sun oven. Living offgrid in my airstream I need reliable power and that's what I get with my jackery's.
Great review. You DO realize, of course, with all those solar generators you have on your shelves, once the SHTF (coming soon), you should be covered for at least 1 yr of electrical energy before you'll need to worry about recharging your units! Woohoo! Love your work, pal. a new subscriber here! Keep em coming!
If you're handy with electronics that's a great way to go. I personally like the Titan. Yes it's backordered but it's about the same price as building one with the same specs but it doesn't require me building it. If something is better than the Titan then I'd reocmmend that.
Well this sucker is not on my list of battery options. Thank you for the in depth video. No one else is going over panel connections as well as you do. Hoping to be fully off grid by January.
Thanks for the video. I'm planning to buy something similar soon, to compliment my gas generator, and run my CPAP, etc, at night and give my neighbors a break from noise.
I would recommend the EcoFlow Delta Max from PoweredPortableSolar.com/shop/ as the alternative to the Jackery 2000. It has a similar but 20% larger inverter, 2,000wh battery, 800w of solar input and has expandable batteries for a very fair price. That's my top choice for units of this size.
Man....you have really good Content! Subscribed....just bought a Sailboat and am looking intently for a good solar/generator setup...that will also be backup for home, RV, etc....i already have a Honda 3000es, but i need to go solar. Your opinion matters and will be basing alot of my decisions on your reviews. Good job on being thorough 👍
Appreciate your strong efforts to all you do to Educate US beginners, with interests in Portable POWER INVERTOR UNITs. Could i suggest you make a Video, with Portable Needs for Musician's(single electric Acoustic guitar player with a 100watt Acoustic guitar amplifier) that sometimes have to play at location, with no POWER OUTLES nearby at a backyard? Just a suggestion that would help many musicians, needing Portable POWER Sources. ... Thanks and Keep donig what you do,. I'm sure many Folks out there , truly appreciate your work. I'm a Retired Computer Tech guy and i hope to create Videos, to Help Folks SAVE MONEY.... THKS again.
Thank you for your time, money, and effort put into this video. It was very helpful to learn that the solar panels did not produce what they claim. Thank you
The reviewer is wrong. From one panel 100w i got 94w. I don’t trust his review. If you plugsolar saga on jackery 1000/1500/2000 you get very good result. And they are more efficient than bluetti. I have the jackery 1000 and despite the limitation of the generator himself limited to 125w charging, the solar saga panel are delivering very good output. The limitation is coming from the jackery 1000 and not from the panel himself. As i said if i plug one panel i got 94w on the 100 panel which is extremely good. A jackery 1500 charge at 337w with 4 panels of 100w. My jackery 1000 is extremely efficient and runs my dometic 45L fridge 24/7 for 5 days. Try that on the bluetti…
If a manufacturer is producing units like these to capture the market, they have to produce a solid product which works for the majority of users. This, for over $2k, seems to be about form over function and, as you've illustrated, it doesn't operate as it should! The form is convenient but to force consumers into buying their own Saga panels, is severely limiting Jackery's sales potential and dents their reputation overall. I'd struggle to build a unit myself (even with all the instructions in available videos) which would simply charge the unit in the southern UK, so I would be interested in finding a ready-made solution but current costs are a big issue for me, otherwise I'd snap-up the Titan. Thanks for being frustrated on our behalf! Jackery are no amateur in this market and really should produce a unit 'fit for purpose'.
It's pretty common in the solar industry to force people to stick with a brand. Goal Zero does it, Inergy does it, Jackery does it, and so on. They look at it as if they're "Nike" or "Under Armour" where they want their specific brand plastered on everything. That is why I love the Titan so much because you can use any panel you want and even any external batteries you want. I agree 100% that these companies should be making units that do what they advertise. But in the solar world, it's so common for companies to get away with not doing what they advertise that it's become the norm. That's why I started my website poweredportablesolar.com/ because I felt like these companies were effectively scamming people. That's why I test this equipment. Eventually, the Titan will be available in the UK but the demand is SO HIGH here in the USA that it's hard for them to focus on variants. Thanks for watching and commenting =)
@@minutemanprep my situation is slightly unusual as I am from the UK & will be back permanently soon, but currently in the US with quite a few 120v, 60hz, appliances & tools which will go with me. So I need a unit which could be charged by 240v, 50hz (or solar), yet have receptacle outputs for 120v. Maybe you could tell me if even the Titan could accept the 240v, 50hz input, because the voltage-converters commonly available, cannot.
@@paultaylor7691 I would just use something like this: www.amazon.com/Rockstone-3000-Watt-Transformer-Converter/dp/B00CLYMMCC/ref=sr_1_14?dchild=1&keywords=voltage+converter&qid=1622830797&sr=8-14
I have the 2000 with 6 solar saga panels and no issue at all. Full charge in just under 3 hours. You can't down on it because it wont use your panels fully, it's like having a Rolls Royce with a Ford engine.
Just found this your channel and this video trying to find more since this was on sale on Amazon Prime Day. So grateful for the this info and learning about your website (have briefly checked it out - more later). Totally new to the solar generator world and pretty overwhelmed trying to figure out what we really need, but you have given me a great resource in your channel. Thanks!
I really appreciate your reviews and the variety of topics you get into. I also think you do a very good job for the most part. However, I think this review on the Jackery 2000 is a bit unfair. Although I can understand your frustration in trying to get your "non-Jackery" solar panels to work properly with this unit, these units are CLEARLY designed by Jackery to work with the Jackery solarsaga panels. These are extremely portable units that are designed to be an "all-in-one" power solution targeting specific niche markets. I don't believe Jackery is trying to compete with the "less than portable" Titan Solar Generator or large stationary solar power systems. Those are completely different beasts! (Apples and oranges) If you were having the same connectivity issues with the newly redesigned solar saga panels rolled out to work specifically with the new 1500w & 2000w units then I would understand the negative review. This is just my two cents while waiting for a review that includes the new Jackery units paired with the new solarsaga panels.
Hi MM , well your review was very interesting, But fact is this little beauty will set you back over $2000.00, Now the Bluetti has a new one also with 2000 watt power and does about the same thing - difference - Price - it runs $1600.00. Both companies have been around for a long time. I'm sure that after a while the Jackery will go down in price to stay in the running. So now it's a choice as to which is better for the person in need - is it cheaper or name brand. ALSO keep in mind neither supplies any type of solar panels! That is extra - you know - like - "Batteries Not Included" LOL - Have fun - Good review!
Bluetti all day everyday here Even though they only have the AC200P and EB150 for sale here in Australia A lot of these manufacturers, with their nuances/ corner cutting ( Read : Goal Zero ) will becomes names / products of the past. Moreso when they try to impose their wills and make them “their brand solar panels compatible “ only.
I enjoy watching your reviews because you purchase most of your solar generator and they are not sponsor video. I think that the Jackery 1500 and 2000 are very nice but Jackery likes to play the Sony and HP proprietary game. They want their customers to use their Solar Saga for the best result which isn't a bad thing but that restrict quality control like you mention. Great review as usual; keep them review videos coming. You got a like from me.
@@minutemanprep i have to second this as someone who lived on a narrowboat aka a house boat within uk for nine months and solar is a must on a live aboard continuous cruising boat
@@healingoasis3892 Glad to hear it! My wife would kill to live in a house boat in the UK for nine months haha. We went to London and Paris a couple of years ago and have always wanted to go back but never got the chance before C19 shutdowns. I can imagine solar is extremely important on a boat since there's basically nowhere to connect for power along the rivers and canals
Just watching the trouble you're having with that POS makes me want to avoid it. I agree that things should be compatible with better stuff than what that given company makes. Something Apple needs to learn. Their crap is only compatible with its own junk. I'm looking for really good solar power from a power station. I'm going to give your channel a subscribe to learn more.
With my Jackery 1000 and 100 watt solar Saga panel I have seen 102 watts input continuous in great sun light on average days I see 70w to 80w which I thought was amazing! the bad part I hear that I can handle 120 solar input even if you have 200w panels which is the dumbest thing every but I'm hoping that the rumors are false but ill update you when I grab another one!
@@VinceDiaz it's working out well. I haven't encountered any software buhs yet and I like the fact I can charge it pretty quickly from the wall charger. I need to test it withu solar panels and have it plugged into my generator to set what kind of recharge speed I can get with it. Pairing it with a Westinghouse Igen2200 fits my needs when ERCOT pills their shenanigans this summer. Don't forget to get an Alexapure or some water filtration system either. Prepare for water shortages too. But probably have the covered.
I have the Jackery 1500 model Powerstation. As a battery it is very good, durable and works well. For Solar Panels, I bought the 120W FlexSolar panel and sure enough, none of the plugs or cords worked to plug it in. I bought the Jackery extension cord for $39 on Amazon, and it works. Seems like they changed the plug for the 1500 and 2000 which is a real pain the the hemorrhoids! They sent me an email about how they didn't recommend me using other company solar panels and I told them they need to DROP THEIR FREAKING PRICES on solar panels! So, if you plan on getting one, basically DON'T. There are so many other lower price powerstations that allow secondary solar panels and they fit INCLUDE one of the 10 plugs the solar panel makers send. Good luck.
I'm out too!! But I am looking at the new jackery 2000 pro, but after hearing such negative stuff on there previous models I probably won't be purchasing that either, probably Eco flow so far sounds pretty good Better than Jackery at least!
Just got the Jackery 2000 pro, charging: car port 19hrs, wall plug 2hrs 10min, solar through inverter... nothing, even with a 200w battery and 100w panel. Big oof. the whole point was for off grid charging. Now I have five powerstations..........
I need a larger solar generator and appreciate your review. This sucks that they advertise 800W solar but you can't get it and the proprietary cables limitations.
The best right now is the Titan: poweredportablesolar.com/ But if you need something right away then you can get an okay unit which is this: amzn.to/3iBuQ1E Bluetti AC200P. But, if you are subscribed to my channel and can wait a few weeks, I should have some testing done on some new units that could be revolutionary and I will be putting my video review out about them.
@@minutemanprep I appreciate the response and video reviews. I saw your comparisons chart, the Titian looks like it will do many thing but out of my budget. I'm charting the watts of appliance and the Bluetti AC200P fits better in the budget and power a few things not all. I am in no hurry so I will wait for the next review. Thanks again for the reviews.
Great video as a buyer of 2 Jackery’s your findings really disappoint me, but glad I watched your video before buying it looks like a blueyetti for me then. Thanks for sharing Ray K UK YNWA. OH I SUBSCRIBED and gave you the THUMBS up.
I bought the AC 200 only to be disappointed that the new improved AC 200 P came out like four months later? Still, I like the AC 200 and thankful for it. I would advise many people to go over to the Bluetti site and review the soon to be released quietly a C 300 with the optional be 34 6000 W hours. Or just get the AC 30for 3000 W hours minus the 15 to 20% loss typical of a Bluetti. Remember, it’s about as much white hours as you require. For folks like me Who want to provide for their home do you need a lot of white hours in a couple of these type of units. Should be great go down you will have no air-conditioning and I live in Florida. Fans don’t require much cheap Home Depot Lowes type freezers don’t require much but what if you have a cloudy number of days? Always have back up
Well you threw a turd in my punch bowl when you reviewed the 4patriot , I didn’t do any research when I bought it, it sounded good now I know what bad and good is and it sucks. So I was thinking jackery 2000 thousand but you have show it’s not really up to snuff either lol. So I’m saving for the titan now. Thanks
To get the solar panels to work charging the Jackery, why did not just hook 2 pairs in series, then connect the 2 pair (in series) in parallel? The voltage would be fine and it should work.
I have 2 Jackery’s but regret buying them now. 500 cycles then they degrade to 80%. My Bluetti AC200P will do Several thousand charge cycles before degradation starts. I’ve used mine daily for months with no problems.
I was sold on the jackery till I looked at this review. That solar charge is KEY!! With Jackery's propriety issues with solar panel connections, I decided not to buy this unit.
I'm glad to hear the video helped a lot. If you want any extra help finding what system will work best for you, please email me at info@poweredportablesolar.com
try bigger solar panels 100 watt panels are very portable but limited production. when people ask jackery engeneers to upgrade the solar imput they ansuered with mppt accepting 300+ panels and worked. good video
Thank you, good review. Got my 1500 April 20th and still have not received my 2nd power pack and 8mm adapter. Unable to find the 8mm to large 8mm adapter from any other source.
@@PIZZA-ex1fy Did you ask them for a second power adapter or did they just send you the second adapter? I have a 1500 and got the second adapter in the mail and was surprised as I didn't ask for it.
15:05 I did get a full 100 watts out of one of my Solar Saga panels into my Jackery 1K, but the 1K can only take in 125 watts with both. My two solar saga 100s pump 150 watts into my Renogy Renegade 40 Amp typically, and I've seen them up to 170 watts.
Titan. 100%. All the way. It's been out nearly 2 years and still nothing has beat it. I've been using it for over a year non-stop at my cabin and it still works. Seriously, nothing beats it: poweredportablesolar.com/shop/
Nice review. Has Jackery contacted you with any information about the solar charging issues? I know very little about electricity so can you tell me why Jackery is using Lithium-ion batteries? It seems Lithium Iron Phosphate is a better choice. What am I missing?
Thanks. Jackery has not reached out at all. Lithium Ion is a good battery and it's much lighter than other options including LiFePo4. So to keep it portable Lithium Ion is a good choice. Once you use a battery of the same capacity but with LiFePo4 cells it get way heavier. LiFePo4 are best for non-portable systems, that or you have to be quite strong to move them around. My Bluetti AC200P has a 2,000wh LiFePo4 battery and it is 65lbs. And that is with only a 2,000w inverter and 700w charge controller inside too. Lithium Ion = Portability. LiFePo4 = Longevity.
Generally speaking, 10% of the BTUs is how many watts it will use while running on high. So it will roughly use about 1,400w while running. The Jackery 2000 will put out about 1,800wh after the battery power goes through the inverter. So all we do is take 1,800wh ÷ 1,400w = 1.3hrs of run time on high.
We have used the ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y for probably 30 hours with our camper and it’s been great! The noise level is really only noticeable when running the AC and other appliances like the microwave, hair dryer, or coffee pot. It’s not huge like other ones and it has wheels so even at 90lbs, I can move it!
Thank you so much,you saved me from a head ache, this is way over my head, I’m computer illiterate and just watching this is giving me a headache.
Man, a reviewer guy who actually buys his own stuff. Completely refreshing. Subscribed and will definitely use your links for purchases.
Btw, That jackery looks like it ate all the other jackeries.
I doubt he buys to keep them. If it was me, I’d merely buy it. Then return it for a full refund.
@@rolandos64 The wall in background says something diffrent
The more I see of Jackery, the more convinced I am to buy Bluetti. Thanks for this review
I so love these Balls-Out no sponsored no holes barred reviews. Excellent info. Thank you!
Thanks! Happy to help. I have the EcoFlow Delta Max videos about to post, I purchased that one too. I am purchasing the Delta Pro as well as more Bluetti units too.
Today is July 29, 2024. Jackery offers their old model 1000 for $550 on Amazon and the old model 2000 Pro direct for $999, both great deals if they will suit you. I'd get one or the other except I'm spoiled by using Bluettis, which are delighted to accept anybody's solar panel input without drama. I don't have any use for folding panels as I have fixed panels. Thanks for being the only UA-camr to attempt to connect normal solar panels.
Recommendation for the simplest unit for me, newbie, to use. Thank you And thank you for doing this review.
Nice work on teasing out the issues with this Jackery.
Thanks. My full review of the Jackery 1500 will be coming out soon too.
We bought one too. Was very excited to get it and we’ve been running it with all our appliances in home getting ready to go off grid....with solar being the main power. We don’t have the Jacery solar panels either and had no way to test it like you did. Makes me want to return it ASAP.
Ya it's really too bad about the solar panels. I haven't found another review where anyone used four 200w Solarsaga solar panels to know if they would do much better. eBay is always an option =)
@@minutemanprep EBay takes 12.55% of the sale now PLUS it includes the TAX the buyer is paying in the calculation! An $890 sale calculated to over $123 in FEES. Sorry I’m ok now...yes I could sell but wouldn’t Jackery have to refund?
@@smpaquette Then I'd go with facebook market
Thank you Ben for this great review and information on this new Jackery!!
No problem Les =)
Jackery is an outdoor generator for people who need portable outside power. Their battery have less weight because they use traditional 18650 batteries and not LifePo4 far too heavy and not resistant to sub 0 temp. Jackery works at -10C. The solar saga are very good and solid. From one panel 100w i get 94w. What you say about the panel is wrong. I have a jackery 1000 which have a limited mppt input to 125. So with two panel i get only 125w but there are usb port and i can maximize the panel by charging phone directly with the panel. The jackery 1500 get 337w of charging from the 400w panel (4 x 100w). You don’t go in camping with solid fixed panel. The portable panel are very good for that. Personally i am very happy with my jackery 1000 which runs my 12 v fridge for 5 days without recharging. If i charge 2 hours per day. I could add 250wh in the generator which give me 32h of more fridge usage. So perfect for 4/5 days of camping. My fridge cfx3 use 7.79 per hour at 41F in 77F ambiant temp with the jackery 1000. Charging a iphone take less than 10wh, same for an ipad with the usb, and even 0 if you charge directly with the solar panels. It is very efficient 935wh usable on.1002wh so 93% efficiency. The ratings on jackery product are over 95% satisfied customers. Their product are reliable. Jackery is for outdoor, outlanders and camping. It is not for home stationary backup. For that, a DIY or a flex 1500 with stackable battery or titan would be better
I am glad to hear you've had much better luck with the equipment than I have. If you watch my other Jackery videos you'll see the numbers I was getting. In case you missed it, I did mention in this video that Jackery has improved their panels and are reported to be better. Also in this video, I very clearly mention how much I like the inverter and battery.
@@minutemanprep i come back from 3 days camping strip and the jackery 1000 never got below 83% with running my fridge 24/7. And every day i was able to charge it to 100% with only 120w charging because my energy usage (17% per day) is very low with only 12v devices very efficient. One solar saga was capable to charge 90/94w on full sun and 115/119w with two panels. So definitely compatible panel works best for jackery. I was charging at 120w because the explorer 1000 is limited by the internal mppt controller despite 2x100w panels but i was charging two phones simultaneously directly on the panel as well, so i finally used the panel pretty well. Ideally two jackery would be perfect if space and weight was not the problem. Because the logistic is limiting the usage. I had to keep the fridge and jackery in the trunk to not have to move in continuously in the car when we wanted to get out of the camping camp. So we didn’t have the generator close in the tent for fan and other devices. I wanted the generator and fridge in the car to protect them.
Just found your channel. I think you do the best “down to earth” reviews of these.
Thanks =)
Ditto
@@minutemanprep Thoughts on the Bluetti EB 1500? BX has it for 750$ Like it better than Jackery and others for the cash?
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@@BOOSTEDLASER I'm not sure what "BX" is but yes I like bluetti more than jackery.
@@minutemanprep Kind of a military Costco
I looked at the Jackery 2000 when I wanted to get another unit. I already had the Bluetti AC200P with 3 of their portable solar panels. With Jackery's propriety issues with solar panel connections, I decided not to buy this unit. I bought another AC200P even though it weighs quite a bit more. Good review and it confirms my initial concerns about this unit.
Thanks! Yes the Bluetti AC200P is a good unit.
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Thanks for this review! I find your explanation more clear and accessible than any others. I finally think I will be able to understand, choose and actually use a portable solar setup! Hooray!
Thank you! I am so glad to hear that.
Great review. Think you should have called Jackery and challenge their claims of solar charging effieciency. It would be interesting to hear their explanations.
Great review. I'll stick with two jackery 1000 and two solar panels. One will charge while one is in use. Thumbs up from me. Thanks.
I truly appreciate your honesty about this Jacquerie. I have seen others preview this Jacquerie, and none of them have been as honest as you are. I want to purchase a solar battery and didn’t know which one to purchase. You said you use another kind of battery in your cabinet I’m interested in that. I need this extra power because where I live, the electricity is always going off The grid and I need to run my refrigerators freezers microwaves. The whole works in my house, and I need something really powerful.
I agree with your assessment of the Jackery 1500 and 2000. I purchased the Jackery 1500 (with my own money also) and I find the proprietary input connectors the weakest part of the new Jackerys. I, too, requested the adapter and use Rich Solar panels. It does appear that the MPPT throttles back on the input, and that maybe due to the new Panasonic batteries they decided to use. I have no problems using the A/C input in one jack and solar panels in the other. The MPPT may require a minimum voltage before powering. For your readers, the Jackery 1500 input is limited to 300 for each plug, for a total of 600. Again, I agree with you and happy with the unit other than the change in the 8mm plugs.
I have a feeling they had to up the size of the center pin to handle 300 and 400 watts. Should have left the Anderson powerpole but that's a mute point.
Hello, Pastor Fred here. Thank you for this review. I just ordered a Jackery 2000 with 4 panels, got it very cheap, but am hoping it actually works to run simple things while I am building my off grid cabin and get my large solar system up and running... Just getting started...
Pastor Fred, care to share your source of buying the Jackery 2000 w/panels "cheap"?
@@JayBradleyRephan it was a scam. I lost $$$.. They never delivered, but reported they did, and UPS showed delivery of an 7 Oz item to an address that wasn't mine. I loathe scammers. Still fighting charge
First timer. Thanks for your work. Seriously, thanks. I'm awaiting delivery of a Bluetti AC200P. Panels to come later. Please review this unit Thanks again.
I'm in the market for a solar generator and saw your video. Very well-reviewed and thank you. I need 2000 watts but not sure which one that I will be getting.
If you can't wait on a Titan from poweredportablesolar.com then get a Bluetti AC200P, it's #2. amzn.to/3s5HoB2
Thanks for another great review. I appreciate reviewers that show both the good and bad, and not just the things that will get clicks on their affiliate link. If I do ever order a Titan (I built my own while the Titan was unavailable), it’ll be from your site. Thanks for your reliable content.
Hey Rick, thanks so much. I truly appreciate that. I'd love to see what you built! If you have pictures or anything you can email them to me at info@poweredportablesolar.com. Thanks for watching.
Your review made me build my own :) and I paid $1000 less than buying the Jackery. 24 Volt 100ah battery, 24 volt Pure Sine inverter, 40 amp mppt charge controller, 24 volt to 12 volt converter for my 12 volt items, circuit breakers, fuses and high quality heavy duty wire. Price of a jackery 2000 on amazon today $2299. Price to build my own with higher specs? Around $1300.
Once again, you keep pulling through for me MM. I learn a bit more with your deep insite/inputs to these devices. Every time I receive your emails I look forward to your reviews. This one has really taken me for a ride, 'I can't imagine how you feel.Thanks for your sacrifices and time for bringing this info with this issue of Solar Charging Capacity with this unit. Return it for an exchange and see if the new Jackery does the same?
Thanks! I appreciate that. I'm glad you find value in my videos.
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Once i heard that Jackery uses proprietary connectors, i was out!! That is what killed Sony too.
Thank you for mention that. I was thinking about getting one.
The reason I won't buy any Apple products.
@@DK-jd8bj short-sighted reasoning
Me too brother
@@DK-jd8bj - Proprietary connectors? They make all kinds of cheap Apple knockoffs that work fine and aren’t anymore expensive than any other connector. Same thing with Jackery. Adapters!
I know how to make 3 panels work...hook up the 3 panels, but put a blanket over one of your 100W solar panels and this will lower the overall voltage to below the 54 volts...then after you connect the cable to the Jackery, slowly pull away the blanket...and it will accept the the 3 panels in series.
Very interesting theory. I will try to test that this weekend =). I'm still concerned it will not work but I will try it and let the results speak for themselves. I've been wrong before.
One of the best reviews I've seen Thanks so much for alerting us A lot of people are turned off with Jackrey's Not compatible with other solar panels great channel we're following you Thanks
You're welcome, thanks for watching :)
When you have to debug the solar power input problem with Jackery, you can share your video with them!!
haha true
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Not entirely sure what the legalities are re a relocation from usa to uk and everything that would involve
There is a UA-camr named Shen Ye who was doing a review of the Jackery 1500 and was upset that he was getting very little input from his single solar panel which was doing OK on his Jackery 1000, but badly on the 1500., He discovered that single solar panels that have lower Open Circuit Voltage (around 22.8) and lower Voltage (18v) will do poorly. If using a single solar panel that has Open circuit voltage of 34.5 volts and voltage of 29v was able to be handled properly. Check out his video with a title of Jackery Explorer 1500
Thank You for saving me from a Big Headache... as I "was" looking at Jackery's but this review was the icing on the avoiding same cake.... Subscribed...and Thumbs Up !!
I have the Jackery 500 and it mainly runs the refrigerator in the back of my Jeep and it does it very efficiently in fact some people run their refrigerators for days without needing a recharge but the way I use mine I have never needed to recharge my 500 it works fine. I would say considering the price of the Jackery going over the 500 would be price prohibitive and you would be better off building out your own solar system one that you could expand by adding storage batteries 🔋 and panels to meet power ⚡️ requirements.
Thank you so much for this video. I was going to buy that one today because of their sale ending today. Thank you.
You're welcome =)
I have a J1000 and one solar saga 100watt panel and it brings in almost 100 watts when connected and the Jackery is the Toyota of solar generators .
Mine too.
I do appreciate your efforts in testing these units.
I’ve been in the shadows not commenting but watching you but I’m here.
These units do seem to be getting better as is early 2020
Thanks for watching and following. Yes they are definitely starting to get better.
Thank you so much for an honest review!
Thank you so much for your down to earth reviews.
You're truly welcome.
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First time here bud, I'm in the UK. Fantastic video testing and evaluation. I really enjoyed your attention to detail great break down, keep on bringing the info 👍
The fact is we're just not there yet with solar charging technology to justify the cost of those things. Thanks for the review.
Thakyou! You taught me alot! So thankful for your time and patience.....
Thanks for watching =)
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I'm learning, thank you again. I was about to buy, but I definitely need to do my research.
Thanks so much for the review. This is my first time watching you. I appreciate the review on this because I thought these were one of the better brands. I'll definitely stay away from the Jackery and you should return it and get your money back.
Thanks for watching Gina =) The Titan is truly the best one out there. I like to keep my solar generators even if they don't work well because I try to do more tests on them down the road and find different ways of using them.
@@minutemanprep thanks I will keep that in mind when I'm ready to buy.
@@minutemanprep can we buy the product, then send it to my country in Indonesia, Sukabumi, Cipangwaren?
@@adiman8096 If you can arrange a freight forwarder from the USA to you then yes.
@double burger with cheese 100% the best is the Titan: poweredportablesolar.com/
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Great Channel!
thank you for this helpful review, the Jackery 2000 are all sold out ,was trying to order one, so much for my luck
Happy to help =)
My understanding is that the Jackery Explorer 2000 was only scheduled for a one time production run in 2021. I believe that it was only available for pre-order for a few hours, several months ago. Supposedly Jackery will start producing the Explorer 2000 again sometime in 2022.
Currently the Explorer 1500 is the largest unit (1,488 Wh) they have available. Unfortunately the Explorer 1500 also has the proprietary 8mm barrel inputs with thicker center pins. Too bad they didn't just keep the auxiliary Anderson Powerpole connectors like the Explorer 1000 has. I guess this was Jackery's way of selling more of their solar panels. Hope this helps. :)
@Johny Cruz I just bought the Jackery 2000 at Home Depot today. Shipping it to our local store for pick up. On sale right now (July 2, 2021) for $1,099.00. Then the added tax of $53.95. Grand total comes to $1,153.95. We live in Wis. so don't know what your tax would be. The unit also comes with solar panels. You can also have it shipped to your house for free. This was the very best price I could find. Saved $70.00. Hope this helps you...
@@maureen5054 thank you so much will look into it right away...
@@Roblox-er3ds I believe the unit Maureen bought was NOT the Jackery Explorer 2000. The Explorer 2000 has a regular retail price of $2,099 + tax. It also has a battery capacity of 2,060 Wh (watt hours); and a continuous AC inverter max rate of 2,200 watts (20 amps @ 110V AC).
The unit Maureen ordered was a watered down version of the Jackery Explorer 1000 made especially for Home Depot. I noticed that Home Depot is deceptively advertising it as 2,000 PEAK watts. This is technically true, but the continuous AC inverter max rate is only 1,000 watts (9.1 amps @ 110V AC), NOT 2,000 watts. In addition it only has a battery capacity of 880 Wh (watt hours); less than the Explorer 1000. Home Depot is currently selling this watered down (880 Wh) version in California for $799 + tax by itself; or $1,099 + tax for the version including 1 * 100W solar panel.
Check out the Bluetti AC200P for $1,700 on Amazon. It does weigh 61 lbs., but it has 2,000 Wh (watt hours) of (LiFePO4) battery capacity; and a max inverter RATE of 2,000 watts (18.2 amps @ 110V AC). I think it's your best bet until Jackery decides to start producing the Explorer 2000 again. Hope all this helps. :)
Appreciate the candid review so much.
Thank you for commenting and I am glad you liked the video =)
Non-standard ports are usually a no-go for me. As a rule, it's best to avoid 'proprietary" whenever the performance is close to the same.
I'm not sure why some commenters think a person has to use jackery's solar panels. I don't,as soon as I looked at them I did my research and bought the dokia brand panels. They are crap, I have since then bought my Marbero's, and I l love them. Running while charging has been said to wear it out quicker as these aren't set up as a UPS system. So I don't. I have two 1000 watt jackery's for my freezer. Two 500 for my computer,DVD player and other misc. I have three 240's for my phone and lights. I bought extension cords and have my Genny's safe in the rv. I also have a 1200 watt system set up that isn't running right now,can't figure out the problem and haven't been able to get anyone to come out and look at it,so I absolutely love my plug and play units. I also do a lot of cooking with my sun oven. Living offgrid in my airstream I need reliable power and that's what I get with my jackery's.
Thanks for the review. I have the 1000 and I really like it so far. Can keep me in the field indefinitely using my Bluetti folding solar panels.
Great review. You DO realize, of course, with all those solar generators you have on your shelves, once the SHTF (coming soon), you should be covered for at least 1 yr of electrical energy before you'll need to worry about recharging your units! Woohoo! Love your work, pal. a new subscriber here! Keep em coming!
The best reviewer I have seen. Most solar guru's baffle me with their lack of laymen-ship.
Great reviews glad I found your channel.
So What i take from this review and the Duracell is to build your own system
If you're handy with electronics that's a great way to go. I personally like the Titan. Yes it's backordered but it's about the same price as building one with the same specs but it doesn't require me building it. If something is better than the Titan then I'd reocmmend that.
Well this sucker is not on my list of battery options. Thank you for the in depth video. No one else is going over panel connections as well as you do.
Hoping to be fully off grid by January.
Thanks for the video. I'm planning to buy something similar soon, to compliment my gas generator, and run my CPAP, etc, at night and give my neighbors a break from noise.
I would recommend the EcoFlow Delta Max from PoweredPortableSolar.com/shop/ as the alternative to the Jackery 2000. It has a similar but 20% larger inverter, 2,000wh battery, 800w of solar input and has expandable batteries for a very fair price. That's my top choice for units of this size.
@@minutemanprep Appreciate it.
Man....you have really good Content! Subscribed....just bought a Sailboat and am looking intently for a good solar/generator setup...that will also be backup for home, RV, etc....i already have a Honda 3000es, but i need to go solar. Your opinion matters and will be basing alot of my decisions on your reviews. Good job on being thorough 👍
Thank you very much!
Appreciate your strong efforts to all you do to Educate US beginners, with interests in Portable POWER INVERTOR UNITs. Could i suggest you make a Video, with Portable Needs for Musician's(single electric Acoustic guitar player with a 100watt Acoustic guitar amplifier) that sometimes have to play at location, with no POWER OUTLES nearby at a backyard? Just a suggestion that would help many musicians, needing Portable POWER Sources. ... Thanks and Keep donig what you do,. I'm sure many Folks out there , truly appreciate your work.
I'm a Retired Computer Tech guy and i hope to create Videos, to Help Folks SAVE MONEY.... THKS again.
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Thank you for your time, money, and effort put into this video. It was very helpful to learn that the solar panels did not produce what they claim. Thank you
You're welcome. Thank you for watching.
The reviewer is wrong. From one panel 100w i got 94w. I don’t trust his review.
If you plugsolar saga on jackery 1000/1500/2000 you get very good result. And they are more efficient than bluetti. I have the jackery 1000 and despite the limitation of the generator himself limited to 125w charging, the solar saga panel are delivering very good output. The limitation is coming from the jackery 1000 and not from the panel himself. As i said if i plug one panel i got 94w on the 100 panel which is extremely good. A jackery 1500 charge at 337w with 4 panels of 100w. My jackery 1000 is extremely efficient and runs my dometic 45L fridge 24/7 for 5 days. Try that on the bluetti…
If a manufacturer is producing units like these to capture the market, they have to produce a solid product which works for the majority of users. This, for over $2k, seems to be about form over function and, as you've illustrated, it doesn't operate as it should!
The form is convenient but to force consumers into buying their own Saga panels, is severely limiting Jackery's sales potential and dents their reputation overall.
I'd struggle to build a unit myself (even with all the instructions in available videos) which would simply charge the unit in the southern UK, so I would be interested in finding a ready-made solution but current costs are a big issue for me, otherwise I'd snap-up the Titan.
Thanks for being frustrated on our behalf! Jackery are no amateur in this market and really should produce a unit 'fit for purpose'.
It's pretty common in the solar industry to force people to stick with a brand. Goal Zero does it, Inergy does it, Jackery does it, and so on. They look at it as if they're "Nike" or "Under Armour" where they want their specific brand plastered on everything. That is why I love the Titan so much because you can use any panel you want and even any external batteries you want.
I agree 100% that these companies should be making units that do what they advertise. But in the solar world, it's so common for companies to get away with not doing what they advertise that it's become the norm. That's why I started my website poweredportablesolar.com/ because I felt like these companies were effectively scamming people. That's why I test this equipment.
Eventually, the Titan will be available in the UK but the demand is SO HIGH here in the USA that it's hard for them to focus on variants.
Thanks for watching and commenting =)
@@minutemanprep my situation is slightly unusual as I am from the UK & will be back permanently soon, but currently in the US with quite a few 120v, 60hz, appliances & tools which will go with me. So I need a unit which could be charged by 240v, 50hz (or solar), yet have receptacle outputs for 120v. Maybe you could tell me if even the Titan could accept the 240v, 50hz input, because the voltage-converters commonly available, cannot.
@@paultaylor7691 I would just use something like this: www.amazon.com/Rockstone-3000-Watt-Transformer-Converter/dp/B00CLYMMCC/ref=sr_1_14?dchild=1&keywords=voltage+converter&qid=1622830797&sr=8-14
@@minutemanprep thank you for that link and honest reviews.
@@paultaylor7691 No problem
I have the 2000 with 6 solar saga panels and no issue at all. Full charge in just under 3 hours. You can't down on it because it wont use your panels fully, it's like having a Rolls Royce with a Ford engine.
Just found this your channel and this video trying to find more since this was on sale on Amazon Prime Day. So grateful for the this info and learning about your website (have briefly checked it out - more later). Totally new to the solar generator world and pretty overwhelmed trying to figure out what we really need, but you have given me a great resource in your channel. Thanks!
I'm glad you found it helpful! I'm here to help.
I really appreciate your reviews and the variety of topics you get into. I also think you do a very good job for the most part. However, I think this review on the Jackery 2000 is a bit unfair. Although I can understand your frustration in trying to get your "non-Jackery" solar panels to work properly with this unit, these units are CLEARLY designed by Jackery to work with the Jackery solarsaga panels. These are extremely portable units that are designed to be an "all-in-one" power solution targeting specific niche markets. I don't believe Jackery is trying to compete with the "less than portable" Titan Solar Generator or large stationary solar power systems. Those are completely different beasts! (Apples and oranges) If you were having the same connectivity issues with the newly redesigned solar saga panels rolled out to work specifically with the new 1500w & 2000w units then I would understand the negative review. This is just my two cents while waiting for a review that includes the new Jackery units paired with the new solarsaga panels.
Well said! I was thinking the exact same thing.
So isn't it fair to buy it?
@@gillesrobinsbienaime7792 Absolutely! Buy it but don't knock it for not being something it wasn't designed to be.
Hi MM , well your review was very interesting, But fact is this little beauty will set you back over $2000.00, Now the Bluetti has a new one also with 2000 watt power and does about the same thing - difference - Price - it runs $1600.00. Both companies have been around for a long time. I'm sure that after a while the Jackery will go down in price to stay in the running. So now it's a choice as to which is better for the person in need - is it cheaper or name brand. ALSO keep in mind neither supplies any type of solar panels! That is extra - you know - like - "Batteries Not Included" LOL - Have fun - Good review!
The unit itself is a battery so batteries are included lol
@@raulmachado182 sorry you didn't get it, I was referring to the solar panels not included. As the saying goes Batteries Not Included now you see.
Bluetti all day everyday here
Even though they only have the AC200P and EB150 for sale here in Australia
A lot of these manufacturers, with their nuances/ corner cutting ( Read : Goal Zero ) will becomes names / products of the past. Moreso when they try to impose their wills and make them “their brand solar panels compatible “ only.
I enjoy watching your reviews because you purchase most of your solar generator and they are not sponsor video. I think that the Jackery 1500 and 2000 are very nice but Jackery likes to play the Sony and HP proprietary game. They want their customers to use their Solar Saga for the best result which isn't a bad thing but that restrict quality control like you mention. Great review as usual; keep them review videos coming. You got a like from me.
Thanks =)
@@minutemanprep i have to second this as someone who lived on a narrowboat aka a house boat within uk for nine months and solar is a must on a live aboard continuous cruising boat
@@healingoasis3892 Glad to hear it! My wife would kill to live in a house boat in the UK for nine months haha. We went to London and Paris a couple of years ago and have always wanted to go back but never got the chance before C19 shutdowns. I can imagine solar is extremely important on a boat since there's basically nowhere to connect for power along the rivers and canals
@@minutemanprep marinas have shore power
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Thanks do this video, had me rethink to buy the this one. Thanks for the video..
Thanks, the info helped, im going to Ecoflow because of this. Jackery just lost so many custemers because they are like Apple iphones.
Appreciate your reviews and value them alot. Thank you!
Thanks Chris! Good to hear from you.
@@minutemanprepYou too brother
Great review; appreciate the work you do
Just watching the trouble you're having with that POS makes me want to avoid it. I agree that things should be compatible with better stuff than what that given company makes. Something Apple needs to learn. Their crap is only compatible with its own junk. I'm looking for really good solar power from a power station. I'm going to give your channel a subscribe to learn more.
Nice video. I appreciate that you spent your own money to share this info with us. Subbed. Greetings from sunny Jamaica.
Great review. Thanks for being honest & upfront.
You're welcome. Thanks for watching and commenting.
With my Jackery 1000 and 100 watt solar Saga panel I have seen 102 watts input continuous in great sun light on average days I see 70w to 80w which I thought was amazing! the bad part I hear that I can handle 120 solar input even if you have 200w panels which is the dumbest thing every but I'm hoping that the rumors are false but ill update you when I grab another one!
The Jackery is on my wishlist. Working on backup power plans. In Texas we may have power outages due to the heat.
In Texas too (not close to border) , and I went with the Blueeti Ac200P because of the available inbound solar recharge ability.
@@op8995 how do you like the Blueeti?
@@VinceDiaz it's working out well. I haven't encountered any software buhs yet and I like the fact I can charge it pretty quickly from the wall charger. I need to test it withu solar panels and have it plugged into my generator to set what kind of recharge speed I can get with it. Pairing it with a Westinghouse Igen2200 fits my needs when ERCOT pills their shenanigans this summer. Don't forget to get an Alexapure or some water filtration system either. Prepare for water shortages too. But probably have the covered.
@@op8995 Sounds like a good plan. Water was an issue during the freeze we had so I'm stocking up for that also.
Here's another issue, based on the photos from your website, the Titan has no 20a receptacles, the Jackery has three.
I have the Jackery 1500 model Powerstation. As a battery it is very good, durable and works well. For Solar Panels, I bought the 120W FlexSolar panel and sure enough, none of the plugs or cords worked to plug it in. I bought the Jackery extension cord for $39 on Amazon, and it works. Seems like they changed the plug for the 1500 and 2000 which is a real pain the the hemorrhoids! They sent me an email about how they didn't recommend me using other company solar panels and I told them they need to DROP THEIR FREAKING PRICES on solar panels!
So, if you plan on getting one, basically DON'T. There are so many other lower price powerstations that allow secondary solar panels and they fit INCLUDE one of the 10 plugs the solar panel makers send. Good luck.
TITAN FOREVER #1, of course purchased from PPS👍
Haha, thanks Gary =)
I'm out too!! But I am looking at the new jackery 2000 pro, but after hearing such negative stuff on there previous models I probably won't be purchasing that either, probably Eco flow so far sounds pretty good Better than Jackery at least!
Just got the Jackery 2000 pro, charging: car port 19hrs, wall plug 2hrs 10min, solar through inverter... nothing, even with a 200w battery and 100w panel. Big oof.
the whole point was for off grid charging. Now I have five powerstations..........
I need a larger solar generator and appreciate your review. This sucks that they advertise 800W solar but you can't get it and the proprietary cables limitations.
The best right now is the Titan: poweredportablesolar.com/ But if you need something right away then you can get an okay unit which is this: amzn.to/3iBuQ1E Bluetti AC200P. But, if you are subscribed to my channel and can wait a few weeks, I should have some testing done on some new units that could be revolutionary and I will be putting my video review out about them.
@@minutemanprep I appreciate the response and video reviews. I saw your comparisons chart, the Titian looks like it will do many thing but out of my budget. I'm charting the watts of appliance and the Bluetti AC200P fits better in the budget and power a few things not all. I am in no hurry so I will wait for the next review. Thanks again for the reviews.
@@docmacg6315 Sounds good
Great video as a buyer of 2 Jackery’s your findings really disappoint me, but glad I watched your video before buying it looks like a blueyetti for me then. Thanks for sharing Ray K UK YNWA. OH I SUBSCRIBED and gave you the THUMBS up.
I bought the AC 200 only to be disappointed that the new improved AC 200 P came out like four months later? Still, I like the AC 200 and thankful for it. I would advise many people to go over to the Bluetti site and review the soon to be released quietly a C 300 with the optional be 34 6000 W hours. Or just get the AC 30for 3000 W hours minus the 15 to 20% loss typical of a Bluetti. Remember, it’s about as much white hours as you require. For folks like me Who want to provide for their home do you need a lot of white hours in a couple of these type of units. Should be great go down you will have no air-conditioning and I live in Florida. Fans don’t require much cheap Home Depot Lowes type freezers don’t require much but what if you have a cloudy number of days? Always have back up
Good to know these shortcomings. Thanks.
I’m just going to guess from a full charge that would probably run that LED light into the end of time.
Great review!
Just subscribed, Thanks for the info!!
Thanks for the sub! Lots more to come.
Well you threw a turd in my punch bowl when you reviewed the 4patriot , I didn’t do any research when I bought it, it sounded good now I know what bad and good is and it sucks. So I was thinking jackery 2000 thousand but you have show it’s not really up to snuff either lol. So I’m saving for the titan now. Thanks
Haha sorry for doing that but at the same time, you're welcome =). Truly you'll be happiest with the Titan.
Glad I saw this First
I would have been pissed off
Send it back FAST 🤣
THANK YOU ❤️😊
To get the solar panels to work charging the Jackery, why did not just hook 2 pairs in series, then connect the 2 pair (in series) in parallel? The voltage would be fine and it should work.
I did. The voltage was fine, but for some reason, it wouldn't work. Jackery's wiring or microchip design didn't let it work for some reason.
@@minutemanprep Interesting.
@@laronis Very. Something is being overlooked here or is doa in a specific way
This was super helpful man, thanks!
I have 2 Jackery’s but regret buying them now. 500 cycles then they degrade to 80%. My Bluetti AC200P will do Several thousand charge cycles before degradation starts. I’ve used mine daily for months with no problems.
Thanks for the feedback. The AC200P is definitely a solid unit.
@@minutemanprep but Jackery is light weight compared to AC200P’s so for certain people they’re necessary.
@@drwoo7346 Yes portability is a factor
I think your issue is answered on hobotech Jackery 1500 video
THANKS FOR THE INFORMATION
I was sold on the jackery till I looked at this review. That solar charge is KEY!! With Jackery's propriety issues with solar panel connections, I decided not to buy this unit.
I'm glad to hear the video helped a lot. If you want any extra help finding what system will work best for you, please email me at info@poweredportablesolar.com
Thanks for all info
try bigger solar panels 100 watt panels are very portable but limited production. when people ask jackery engeneers to upgrade the solar imput they ansuered with mppt accepting 300+ panels and worked. good video
Thank you, good review.
Got my 1500 April 20th and still have not received my 2nd power pack and 8mm adapter. Unable to find the 8mm to large 8mm adapter from any other source.
Is just received my power pack for my 1500 Now I have 2 but I'm still waiting for the adapter for the 8 mm plug
@@PIZZA-ex1fy Did you ask them for a second power adapter or did they just send you the second adapter? I have a 1500 and got the second adapter in the mail and was surprised as I didn't ask for it.
Did get my 8mm adapter 2 weeks ago
Great video. Thank you.
15:05 I did get a full 100 watts out of one of my Solar Saga panels into my Jackery 1K, but the 1K can only take in 125 watts with both. My two solar saga 100s pump 150 watts into my Renogy Renegade 40 Amp typically, and I've seen them up to 170 watts.
What do you think is the best brand and model to pay .
Titan. 100%. All the way. It's been out nearly 2 years and still nothing has beat it. I've been using it for over a year non-stop at my cabin and it still works. Seriously, nothing beats it: poweredportablesolar.com/shop/
thanks for the video brother
Nice review. Has Jackery contacted you with any information about the solar charging issues? I know very little about electricity so can you tell me why Jackery is using Lithium-ion batteries? It seems Lithium Iron Phosphate is a better choice. What am I missing?
Thanks. Jackery has not reached out at all. Lithium Ion is a good battery and it's much lighter than other options including LiFePo4. So to keep it portable Lithium Ion is a good choice. Once you use a battery of the same capacity but with LiFePo4 cells it get way heavier. LiFePo4 are best for non-portable systems, that or you have to be quite strong to move them around. My Bluetti AC200P has a 2,000wh LiFePo4 battery and it is 65lbs. And that is with only a 2,000w inverter and 700w charge controller inside too. Lithium Ion = Portability. LiFePo4 = Longevity.
Great review I had the same question so what do you suggest I buy (the best generator)
@@TonyNoDownz The Titan from poweredportablesolar.com/ is literally the very best. I have two of them they're that good.
@@minutemanprep Awesome thanks so much 💪😌
@@minutemanprep can you get the Titan here in the Uk?
How long will it run my 14000Btu window airconditioner on high? The answer to that ? Is all I need to know to make my decision.
Generally speaking, 10% of the BTUs is how many watts it will use while running on high. So it will roughly use about 1,400w while running. The Jackery 2000 will put out about 1,800wh after the battery power goes through the inverter. So all we do is take 1,800wh ÷ 1,400w = 1.3hrs of run time on high.