Weighing just 6.6 pounds, the Jackery Explorer 240 generator is one of the lightest and one of the best-rated portable power stations of its kind available on the market.

The generator is made by Jackery Power Outdoors, a California-based power banks and generators manufacturer that is renowned for the durable quality of its products. Right off the bat, one can easily tell that this is also a durable product. This is because it is made of extremely tough and high-quality plastic that looks perfect for outdoor life.

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How It Works

The premium quality power station does not need petrol to generate power. It is a rechargeable unit with three recharge options. You can charge it using mains power, using a carport, and using a solar charger. It takes approximately 9 hours to get fully charged.

Despite its small and portable size, the Jackery Explorer 240 generator stores enough power to charge laptops four times, smartphones eighteen times, and GoPro cameras up to forty times. This means it is perfect for traveling to offbeat destinations with no power sources. It is also perfect for camping, cross country road trips, fishing, hunting, and as an alternative power supply during emergency situations.

This power station is also good enough for charging drones, mini-refrigerators, and mini-projectors.

It has got three types of outlets on it to optimize it for the above-mentioned charging uses. They include USB outlets, an AC Outlet, and a Car Cigarette Lighter type of outlet.

Other Important Details

In addition to this device’s many unique features, it also comes with an easy carry handle. The handle makes it easy to move it around from one place to another.

In addition to the handle, the Jackery Explorer 240 also comes with a digital display that is extremely convenient. From the display, you can read the power input or output. Most importantly, you will also be able to monitor the battery level and plan your usage accordingly.

Key Features

Each package comes with the power generator, an AC adapter, a car charging cable, and a user guide
Powerful and high-capacity battery pack (240Wh)
Lithium-ion battery (67,000mAh)
Can be recharged via a solar charger, a wall outlet, or a carport outlet
Can charge a variety of gadgets such as smartphones, laptops, and the likes multiple times
Compact and light (weighs just 6.6 pounds and it is 5 inches wide, and eight inches tall); easy to store
Silent (makes no noise) and does not vibrate
Does not use gas/ petrol and therefore does not harm the environment

Pros

The Jackery Explorer 240 generator is a high-capacity power station. It stores more power than most similarly sized power stations. When fully charged, it can store enough power to charge your smartphone, your laptop, your drone, and your GoPro camera several times. It can also power a mini fridge for five hours, a mini projector for twelve hours, and a 10W lantern for more than twenty hours.

The fact that it can be recharged in several ways is also an advantage. It means you can use it in many places for different purposes. For instance, if you expect a power cut for a few hours, you can charge it and then use it when the lights go out. Alternatively, if you are going on a long road trip, you can charge it using the carport charger and use it to power your laptop or any other device during the trip or when you reach your destination.

Another feature that is definitely an advantage is its design; specifically, its easy carry handle and its multiple outlets. This design makes it the Jackery Explore 240 generator easy to use.

Cons

This portable power station has two disadvantages: it cannot be used to charge power gadgets with a power rating of 200 or more watts, and secondly, it is unsuitable for use with CPAP machines. So if you are looking for a portable power station for your CPAP machine, or for a machine that has a rating of 200W, you should definitely consider another product and not this one.

Our Verdict

The Jackery Explorer 240 power station is a high-capacity power station that can be recharged in various ways and can provide power for multiple devices including mini fridges. It is compact and easy to use. We recommend it for those traveling, camping, hunting, or intending to live for a while in offbeat locations.

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