Portable Power Stations / Jackery Explorer 240 v2 vs Anker SOLIX C300
Jackery Explorer 240 v2 vs Anker SOLIX C300
Anker SOLIX C300
Nine outputs and a 63-minute recharge in a 9lb box.
Wins overall by 0.4 points
Quick Verdict
A 0.4-point gap makes the Anker SOLIX C300 the straightforward choice here. Nine outputs and a 63-minute recharge in a 9lb box.
The Jackery Explorer 240 v2 and Anker SOLIX C300 are both current-generation portable Power Station models, and the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 is $50 cheaper than the Anker SOLIX C300 ($249 vs $298.99). On Features, the Anker SOLIX C300 leads (8.5 vs 7.0/10) — UPS switchover, app control, port variety and extras. On Recharge Speed, the Anker SOLIX C300 leads (7.5 vs 6.5/10) — how quickly it refills from mains power. On Value, the Anker SOLIX C300 leads (8.0 vs 7.0/10) — capacity and output relative to price. Overall, the Anker SOLIX C300 scores 5.5/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 5.1/10 for the Jackery Explorer 240 v2. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Jackery Explorer 240 v2 | Anker SOLIX C300 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $249.00 | $298.99 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Capacity (Wh) | 256 | 288✓ |
| AC Output (W) | 300 | 300 |
| Surge Output | 500 | 600 |
| Battery Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle Life | 3,000 cycles to 70% capacity | 3,000 cycles |
| AC Outlets | 1 | 3 |
| Other Ports | 1x USB-C 100W in/out, 1x USB-C 15W, 1x USB-A 15W | 3x USB-A, 3x USB-C (one 140W two-way), 1x 12V/10A car socket |
| Max Solar Input | 100 | 100 |
| AC Recharge Time | 120 standard, about 60 in app fast-charge mode | 63 |
| Weight (lbs) | 7.7✓ | 9.1 |
| Expandable | No | No |
| UPS Switchover | Yes — UL1778 certified, 20ms switchover | Yes — 10ms switchover |
| App Control | Yes | Yes — Bluetooth and Wi-Fi |
| Warranty | 24 months | 24 months |
| Colors | Orange and Black | Black |
Category Scores
Capacity
The Anker SOLIX C300 leads clearly here, 3.5 against 3.0 — a 0.5-point margin on usable watt-hours and how long it runs real appliances. If that is what you are buying for, the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Output Power
The Jackery Explorer 240 v2 and Anker SOLIX C300 are level here, at 3.5/10 each. continuous AC output and whether the surge rating is genuine is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Recharge Speed
The Anker SOLIX C300 leads clearly here, 7.5 against 6.5 — a 1.0-point margin on how quickly it refills from mains power. If that is what you are buying for, the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Solar Input
The Jackery Explorer 240 v2 and Anker SOLIX C300 are level here, at 3.0/10 each. maximum solar input and how practical off-grid recharging is is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Portability
The Jackery Explorer 240 v2 leads clearly here, 9.5 against 9.0 — a 0.5-point margin on weight and handling relative to capacity. If that is what you are buying for, the Anker SOLIX C300 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Expandability
The Jackery Explorer 240 v2 and Anker SOLIX C300 are level here, at 1.0/10 each. whether extra battery packs can be added, and how far it scales is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Features
The Anker SOLIX C300 leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.0 — a 1.5-point margin on UPS switchover, app control, port variety and extras. If that is what you are buying for, the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Anker SOLIX C300 leads clearly here, 8.0 against 7.0 — a 1.0-point margin on capacity and output relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 if…
- • Portability matters most to you — the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 scores 9.5/10 here (weight and handling relative to capacity).
- • You want to spend less — it's $50 cheaper.
Choose the Anker SOLIX C300 if…
- • Features matters most to you — the Anker SOLIX C300 scores 8.5/10 here (UPS switchover, app control, port variety and extras).
- • Recharge Speed matters most to you — the Anker SOLIX C300 scores 7.5/10 here (how quickly it refills from mains power).
- • Value matters most to you — the Anker SOLIX C300 scores 8.0/10 here (capacity and output relative to price).
- • Capacity matters most to you — the Anker SOLIX C300 scores 3.5/10 here (usable watt-hours and how long it runs real appliances).
- • Your main use case is home-backup.
Pros & Cons
Jackery Explorer 240 v2
Pros
- +7.7lb makes it genuinely one-hand portable, unlike almost everything else here
- +UL1778 certified UPS is a real certification, not a marketing claim
- +LiFePO4 chemistry at this price point
- +App control over Bluetooth
Cons
- −256Wh runs a CPAP for roughly one night, no more
- −300W output rules out kettles, hairdryers and most power tools
- −Only one AC outlet
- −100W solar input means a full solar recharge takes most of a day
- −Jackery rates cycle life to 70% capacity while rivals quote 80%, so the numbers are not directly comparable
Anker SOLIX C300
Pros
- +Nine outputs including three AC and a 140W two-way USB-C — the most connected small station here
- +63 minutes to full is fast for the class
- +10ms UPS is quick enough for a desktop PC
- +Both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi app control
Cons
- −288Wh and 300W keep it in the phones-laptops-CPAP bracket, not appliances
- −100W solar input
- −Not expandable
- −A newer C300X adds a second 140W port and is replacing this model
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FAQs
Is the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 or Anker SOLIX C300 better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Anker SOLIX C300 comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Features, the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 or the Anker SOLIX C300?+
The Anker SOLIX C300 scores higher on Features (8.5/10 vs 7.0/10) — UPS switchover, app control, port variety and extras.
Which is better for Recharge Speed, the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 or the Anker SOLIX C300?+
The Anker SOLIX C300 scores higher on Recharge Speed (7.5/10 vs 6.5/10) — how quickly it refills from mains power.
Which is better for Value, the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 or the Anker SOLIX C300?+
The Anker SOLIX C300 scores higher on Value (8.0/10 vs 7.0/10) — capacity and output relative to price.
Which is better for Capacity, the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 or the Anker SOLIX C300?+
The Anker SOLIX C300 scores higher on Capacity (3.5/10 vs 3.0/10) — usable watt-hours and how long it runs real appliances.
Is the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 worth the price difference over the Anker SOLIX C300?+
The Jackery Explorer 240 v2 is the cheaper option at $249 versus $298.99. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Features.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Jackery Explorer 240 v2 is the better fit if you mainly care about camping or cpap. The Anker SOLIX C300 is the better fit for home-backup.
What's the warranty on the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 vs the Anker SOLIX C300?+
The Jackery Explorer 240 v2 ships with a 24-month warranty; the Anker SOLIX C300 ships with a 24-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
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