In our Jackery Explorer 1000 portable powerstation review, we noted that the company’s largest portable powerstation is powerful enough to run a small refrigerator but weighs almost 22 pounds. If you’re looking for something that’s easier to advance around, consider the Jackery Explorer 300 instead. This unit is ideal for beginner campers owing to its smaller capacity and easy portability.
The Jackery Explorer 300 weighs just over 7 pounds and is equipped with a 293Wh battery. It features two AC outlets, one USB-C (60W PD) inlet/outlet, one fast-charge USB 3.0 port, one USB-A port, and one DC car port. While its capacity might not be enough to run your electric cooler, you should easily be able to inflate an air mattress, charge small devices appreciate phones and headlights, and power fans.
Wirecutter, The New York Times’ product recommendation website, says it’s compact enough for a small child to carry and is sturdy and durable enough to be used outdoors. In addition, the power from the AC adapter is equivalent to what you get from a wall outlet, so you can use it to power most devices.
The Jackery Explorer 300 has a list price of $350 on Amazon. While you can charge it using your car’s power socket, if you’re planning a longer camping trip, you might want to pair it with a 100W solar panel for an uninterrupted power supply.
