Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station — No Solar Panel Included

Overview

Shopping for the best portable power station to keep phones, laptops, cameras, and small appliances powered on road trips or during outages—without buying a solar panel bundle? The Jackery Explorer 500 delivers dependable 518Wh capacity, a pure sine wave inverter, and an easy-carry design that’s ready right out of the box.

Key Features

• 518Wh capacity with a 500W (1000W peak) pure sine wave AC inverter for clean, stable power.
• Versatile outputs: 1× AC outlet, 3× USB-A (2.4A), 1× 12V car port, and DC barrel ports.
• Quiet and portable: ~13 lbs with an ergonomic handle and a clear LCD status display.
• Multiple recharge options: wall outlet or vehicle 12V socket (solar panels optional, not included).
• Battery management system: safeguards against over-voltage, over-current, and temperature extremes.

Who It’s For

Weekenders, campers, content creators, and home users who want flexible AC/DC power without the noise or fumes of gas generators. What makes it the best portable power station for everyday backup is its balance of capacity, output, and portability—ideal for CPAP machines (check wattage), mini-fridges, routers, and more.

Real-World Use Cases

• Travel & camping: run lights, charge drone batteries, top up phones and tablets.
• Home backup: keep Wi-Fi online and recharge essential devices during brief outages.
• On-site work: power laptops, label printers, and camera gear when wall outlets aren’t available.

If you need reliable, plug-and-play power (no panel required today, add one later), you’ll appreciate how this unit performs like the best portable power station for mixed AC and USB loads.

What’s in the Box

• Jackery Explorer 500 power station
• AC charging cable & adapter
• Car charging cable
• User manual

Why Explorer 500

Between its proven cell chemistry, thoughtful port selection, and robust build, the Explorer 500 is often considered the best portable power station in its class—especially for users who want a dependable unit now and the flexibility to add solar later.

Learn More (Outbound Links)

• Official Jackery Explorer 500 product page
• Portable power station buying guide (NYT Wirecutter)
• Safety tips when using backup power (Energy.gov)

Important Notes

• No solar panel is included; panels are optional accessories sold separately.
• Always confirm your device wattage and surge requirements before connecting.