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Jackery Explorer 500 v2 vs EcoFlow RIVER 2
Prices in euros from Amazon.de, as of 11 June 2026. Prices and availability may differ on Amazon.co.uk.
By Seydhan Cakmak · Editor-in-chief · Last checked: · AI-translated from the German original
Two compact LiFePO4 power stations for camping and backup power: the Jackery Explorer 500 v2 offers double the capacity and continuous power as well as more solar input, while the EcoFlow RIVER 2 is smaller, cheaper and extremely fast to charge. We compare capacity, power, solar and price, and show which size suits you.
Editorial rating based on manufacturer specs and Amazon catalogue data. We do not trial products ourselves. How we rate
Who wins in which category?
| Category | Winner | Reasoning |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | Jackery | 512 vs 256 Wh |
| Continuous power | Jackery | 500 vs 300 W (X-Boost 600 W) |
| Solar input | Jackery | 400 vs 110 W |
| Ports | Jackery | 6 vs 5 |
| Price | EcoFlow | from €229 vs from €319 |
Which one is right for you?
If you need more capacity, power and solar input for longer camping or larger loads → Jackery Explorer 500 v2 (512 Wh, 500 W, 400 W solar). If you want a compact, cheap and lightning-fast-charging mini power station for travel and small backup power needs → EcoFlow RIVER 2 (256 Wh, from €229). Both with a durable LiFePO4 battery.
Jackery Explorer 500 v2 or EcoFlow RIVER 2? Short answer.
Which is better: Jackery Explorer 500 v2 or EcoFlow RIVER 2?
That depends on your priority. Capacity: Jackery (512 vs 256 Wh); continuous power: Jackery (500 vs 300 W (X-Boost 600 W)); solar input: Jackery (400 vs 110 W). Which model suits which type of user is covered in the conclusion of this comparison.
How do the Jackery Explorer and EcoFlow RIVER differ?
The Jackery Explorer and EcoFlow RIVER differ mainly in these points: capacity (advantage Jackery), continuous power (advantage Jackery), solar input (advantage Jackery), ports (advantage Jackery), price (advantage EcoFlow).
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