Portable solar solutions are solar-powered devices that you can use to power or recharge your electronics without being plugged into the grid. These devices are useful for when you are outdoors, when there are no outlets and no electricity.
Bluetti and Jackery are two of the most recognizable names when it comes to reliable portable solar power solutions, and both companies are quickly establishing themselves in this space. Although they are competitors, Bluetti and Jackery have more similarities than differences between them.
Both Bluetti and Jackery specialize in the design and productions of power stations, solar panels, solar generators, and other related products that are perfect for people who love spending time outdoors. Both companies were founded in California—Bluetti in 2019 and Jackery in 2012—and they continue to be driven by their original goal of making dependable solar solutions available to everyone who needs it.
In this article, we will be taking a look at some of the most popular portable power solutions from both companies.
Bluetti vs. Jackery: Power Stations
Portable power stations are self-contained battery packs designed to store energy. They supply electricity to appliances and devices in settings where there is no access to the electrical grid, or during a power outage. Portable power stations are typically recharged by plugging into a wall outlet, or by using solar panels—as is the case with Bluetti and Jackery power stations.
Portable power stations—think about them as supersized power banks—are high-capacity energy storage devices with many input and output connections for charging a variety of gadgets, including cellphones and laptops, CPAP machines, electric cars, etc.
Both Bluetti and Jackery power stations come with a number of dedicated features for your convenience and safety, such as lcd screens and overcharging/short circuit protection systems. In addition, most models from both companies can be recharged by using portable solar panels, which both Bluetti and Jackery also manufacture.
Bluetti and Jackery portable power stations are available in many different capacities and configurations. Bluetti’s top-tier EP500Pro Power Station has a 5,100Wh capacity, which is significantly more than Jackery’s flagship Explorer 2000 Pro Power Station that only has 2160Wh capacity.
It is worth noting that Bluetti manufactures external battery packs that are designed to extend the capacity and runtime of compatible power station models. Here’s a list of all the power station offerings from both companies.
Bluetti Power Stations | Capacity | Output Ports | Dimensions | Weight | Price |
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Bluetti EP500Pro Power Station | 5100Wh | AC x 4 DC x 2 USB-A x 4 USB-C x 2 Carport x 1 Wireless Charging x 2 | 22.8 x 11.8 x 29.9 in | 182 lbs | $5,999.00 |
Bluetti EP500 Power Station | 5100Wh | AC x 4 DC x 2 USB-A x 4 USB-C x 2 Carport x 1 Wireless Charging x 2 | 22.8 x 11.8 x 29.9 in | 167 lbs | $4,999.00 |
Bluetti AC300 Inverter Module Generator (Requires The B300 to Work) | N/A | AC x 6 USB-A x 4 USB-C x 1 Carport x 1 Wireless Charging x 2 | 20.5 x 12.5 x 14.1 in | 47.6 lbs | $1,999.00 |
Bluetti AC200MAX Expandable Power Station | 2048Wh to 8192Wh | AC x 4 DC x 2 USB-A x 4 USB-C x 1 Carport x 1 Wireless Charging x 2 | 16.5 x 11 x 15.2 in | 61.9 lbs | $1,899.00 |
Bluetti AC200P Power Station | 2,000Wh | AC x 6 DC x 2 USB-A x 4 USB-C x 1 Carport x 1 Wireless Charging x 2 | 16.5 x 11 x 15.2 in | 60.6 lbs | $1,599.00 |
Bluetti EB70S Power Station | 716WH | AC x 4 DC x 2 USB-A x 2 USB-C x 2 Carport x 1 Wireless Charging x 1 | 12.6 x 8.5 x 8.7 in | 21.4 lbs | $569.00 |
Bluetti EB55 Power Station | 537Wh | AC x 4 DC x 2 USB-A x 4 USB-C x 1 Carport x 1 Wireless Charging x 1 | 10.94 x 7.87 x 7.79 in | 16.5 lbs | $399.00 |
Bluetti EB3A Power Station | 268Wh | AC x 2 DC x 2 USB-A x 4 USB-C x 1 Carport x 1 Wireless Charging x 1 | 10.04 x 7.09 x 7.20 in | 10.14 lbs | $239.00 |
Bluetti Expansion Batteries | Capacity | Output Ports | Dimensions | Weight | Price |
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Bluetti B300 Expansion Battery | 3,072Wh | USB-A x 1 USB-C x 1 Carport x 1 | 20.5 x 12.5 x 10.5in | 79.6 lbs | $2,099.00 |
Bluetti B230 Expansion Battery | 2,048Wh | USB-A x 1 USB-C x 1 Carport x 1 | 16.5 x 11 x 8.9 in | 48 lbs | $1,199.00 |
Jackery Power Stations | Capacity | Output Ports | Dimensions | Weight | Price |
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Jackery Explorer 2000 Pro | 2160Wh (43.2V 50Ah) | AC x 3 USB-A x 2 USB-C x 2 Carport x 1 | AC x 3 USB-A x 2 USB-C x 2 Carport x 1 | 43 lbs (19.5 kg) | $2,099.00 |
Jackery Explorer 1500 | 1534Wh (25.2V 60.9Ah) | AC x 3 USB-A x 2 USB-C x 1 Carport x 1 | 14 x 10.4 x 12.7 in (35.6 x 26.4 x 32.3 cm) | 35.2 lbs (15.5 kg) | $1,699.00 |
Jackery Explorer 1000 Pro | 1002Wh (43.2V 23.2Ah) | AC x 3 USB-A x 2 USB-C x 2 Carport x 1 | 13.39 x 10.32 x 10.06 in (34 x 26.2 x 25.5cm) | 25.4lbs (11.5 kg) | $1,099.00 |
Jackery Explorer 1000 | 1002Wh (21.6V, 46.4Ah) | AC x 3 USB-A x 2 USB-C x 2 Carport x 1 | 13.1 x 9.2 x 11.1 in (33.3 x 23.3 x 28.3 cm) | 22.04 lbs (10 kg) | $999.00 |
Jackery Explorer 880 | 880Wh (21.6V, 40.8Ah) | AC x 3 USB-A x 2 USB-C x 2 Carport x 1 | 13.1 x 9.2 x 11.1 in (33.3 x 23.3 x 28.3 cm) | 21.8 lbs (9.9 kg) | $899.00 |
Jackery Explorer 550 | 550Wh (25.5Ah) | AC x 1 DC x 2 USB-A x 3 Carport x 1 | 11.8 x 7.6 x 9.5 in (30 x 19.2 x 24.2 cm) | 13.8 lbs (6.3 kg) | $549.00 |
Jackery Explorer 500 | 518Wh (24Ah) | AC x 1 DC x 2 USB-A x 3 Carport x 1 | 11.8 x 7.6 x 9.2 in (30.1 x 19.3 x 24.2 cm) | 13.32 lbs (6.04 kg) | $499.00 |
Jackery Explorer 300 | 293Wh (20.4Ah) | AC x 2 USB-A x 2 USB-C x 1 Carport x 1 | 9.1 x 5.2 x 7.8 in (23 x 13.3 x 19.9 cm) | 7.1 lbs (3.2 kg) | $299.99 |
Jackery Explorer 290 | 290Wh (20.3Ah) | AC x 1 USB-A x 2 Carport x 1 | 9.1 x 5.2 x 7.7 in (23 x 13.32 x 19.5 cm) | 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg) | $249.00 |
Jackery Explorer 240 | 240Wh (16.8Ah) | AC x 1 USB-A x 2 Carport x 1 | 9.05 x 5.24 x 7.87 in (23 x 13.32 x 20 cm) | 6.6 lbs (3 kg) | $209.99 |
Jackery Explorer 160 | 167Wh (1.6Ah) | AC x 1 DC x 1 USB-A x 2 USB-C x 1 | 7.4 x 4.5 x 6.7 in (18.8 x 11.4 x 17 cm) | 3.97 lbs (1.8 kg) | $139.99 |
Bluetti vs. Jackery: Solar Panels
Portable solar panels are similar to conventional solar panels in that they use sunlight to generate electricity. However, portable solar panels, unlike traditional solar panels, are built for portability and quick set-up. Portable solar panels can be readily folded, strapped, and tied-up on vehicles and camper trailers, making them ideal for outdoor settings.
If you're looking for a portable solar panel, Bluetti and Jackery are great companies to consider. Their solar panels are compatible with their solar stations, meaning that you can use them together to create an all-in-one solar generator kit that is much better than most traditional gas generators.
Bluetti and Jackery solar panels are available in a variety of different sizes and power outputs, so you can find the perfect panel for your particular energy requirements. Bluetti’s top-of-the-line PV350 Solar Panel has a peak power of 350W and can be had for $849.00; Jackery top-of-the-line SolarSaga 200W Solar Panel has lower peak power rating of 200W and can be had at $ 699.00.
Here’s a list of all the portable solar panels currently being offered by Bluetti and Jackery.
Bluetti Solar Panels | Peak Power | Power Current | Price |
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Bluetti PV350 Solar Panel | 350W | 9.2A | $849.00 |
Bluetti PV200 Solar Panel | 200W | 9.7A | $499.00 |
Bluetti PV120 Solar Panel | 120W | 6.1A | $299.00 |
Jackery Solar Panels | Peak Power | Power Current | Price | |
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Jackery SolarSaga 200W | 200W | 18V | 11.12A | $699.00 |
Jackery SolarSaga 100W | 100W | 18V | 5.55A | $299.00 |
Jackery SolarSaga 80W | 80W | 22V | 3.6A | $249.00 |
Jackery SolarSaga 60W | 68W | 19V | 3.58A | $179.99 |
Bluetti vs. Jackery: Solar Generators
Solar generators are portable power stations that come with bundled portable solar panels. The photovoltaic cells in the solar panel convert sunlight into usable electricity, which is then stored in a battery inside the portable power station. In an off-grid setting or during a power outage, you can use this stored electricity to power electronics, appliances, and other devices—similar to how you would use traditional gas-fueled or oil-powered generators.
Solar generators are a non-polluting and endlessly renewable source of energy. Solar generators, unlike traditional gas and oil generators, produce no fumes or emissions. You don't have to buy fuel with solar generators; all you have to do is install your panels and take advantage of free sunshine. Solar generators are also extremely low-maintenance since they don't contain any moving components, as opposed to conventional generators that rely on an internal combustion engine to function.
Bluetti and Jackery solar generators are available in a wide variety of power stations and solar panel configurations, so you can find the set-up that best meets your lifestyle, activities, and energy requirements. Bluetti’s top-of-the-line solar generator bundle is powered by its AC300 Inverter Module Generator and eight 3,072Wh Bluetti B300 expansion batteries, while Jackery’s flagship solar generator bundle is powered by its 2160Wh Explorer 2000 Pro Power Station.
Here’s a list of all the solar power generator bundles currently being offered by Bluetti and Jackery.
Bluetti Solar Generators | Power Station | Solar Panels | Starting Price |
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Bluetti 2 x AC300 + 8 x B300 + 1 x P030A + 8 x PV200 Solar Generator Kit | 2 x AC300 + 8 x B300 + 1 x P030A | 8 x PV200 | $22,859.00 |
Bluetti 2 x AC300 + 4 x B300 + 1 x P030A + 6 x PV200 Solar Generator Kit | 2 x AC300 + 4 x B300 + 1 x P030A | 6 x PV200 | $14,899.00 |
Bluetti 2 x EP500 + 1 x Split Phase Fusion Box + 6 x PV200 Solar Generator Kit | 2 x EP500 + 1 x Split Phase Fusion Box | 6 x PV200 | $11,999.00 |
Bluetti EP500 + 6 x PV200 Solar Generator Kit | EP500 | 6 x PV200 | $7,399.00 |
Bluetti AC300 + 2 x B300 + 3 x PV200 Solar Generator Kit | AC300 + 2 x B300 | 3 x PV200 | $7,295.00 |
Bluetti EP500 + 3 x PV200 Solar Generator Kit | EP500 | 3 x PV200 | $5,999.00 |
Bluetti AC200MAX + 2 x B230 + 3 x PV200 Solar Generator Kit | AC200MAX + 2 x B230 | 3 x PV200 | $5,794.00 |
Bluetti D050S + 3 x PV200 + 1 x B300 Solar Generator Kit | 1 x B300 + D050S | 3 x PV200 | $3,699.00 |
Bluetti AC200MAX + 3 x PV200 Solar Generator Kit | AC200MAX | 3 x PV200 | $3,299.00 |
Bluetti AC200P + 3 x PV200 Solar Generator Kit | AC200P | 3 x PV200 | $2,999.00 |
Bluetti D050S + 3 x PV200 + 1x B230 Solar Generator Kit | 1 x B230 + D050S | 3 x PV200 | $2,995.00 |
Bluetti AC200P + 3 x PV120 Solar Generator Kit | AC200P | 3 x PV120 | $2,374.00 |
Bluetti EB55 + 1 x PV120 Solar Generator Kit | EB55 | 1 x PV120 | $698.00 |
Jackery Solar Generators | Power Station | Solar Panels | Starting Price |
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Jackery Solar Generator 2000 Pro Explorer 2000 Pro + SolarSaga 200W | Explorer 2000 Pro | SolarSaga 200W x 2 | $3,299 |
Jackery Solar Generator 1500 Explorer 1500 + SolarSaga 100W | Explorer 1500 | SolarSaga 100W x 1 | $1,998 |
Jackery Solar Generator 1000 Pro Explorer 1000 Pro + SolarSaga 80W | Explorer 1000 Pro | SolarSaga 80W x 2 | $1,597 |
Jackery Solar Generator 1000 Explorer 1000 + SolarSaga 100W | Explorer 1000 | SolarSaga 100W x 1 | $1,268 |
Jackery Solar Generator 500 (Explorer 500 + SolarSaga 100W | Explorer 500 | SolarSaga 100W x 1 | $799 |
Jackery Solar Generator 300 Explorer 300 + SolarSaga 100W | Explorer 300 | SolarSaga 100W x 1 | $599.98 |
Jackery Solar Generator 240 Explorer 240 + SolarSaga 60W) | Explorer 240 | SolarSaga 60W x 1 | $399.98 |
Jackery Solar Generator 160 (Explorer 160 + SolarSaga 60W) | Explorer 160 | SolarSaga 60W x 1 | $319.98 |
Bluetti vs. Jackery: The Bottomline
Overall, Bluetti and Jackery both provide industry-leading portable solar power solutions that do an excellent job of providing electricity in a wide range of off-grid locations and power-outage situations. Both manufacturers have gone to great lengths to increase portability, durability, and ease of use in most if not all of their products while optimizing for efficiency and performance.
Bluetti and Jackery products are not only great for outdoor use; they also work just as well indoors. Bluetti and Jackery portable solar generators are dependable, versatile, and up to the task in providing power to important devices during a blackout or emergency situation.
Jackery and Bluetti are both doing an incredible job in making solar power technology more accessible to more people. We strongly recommend that you consider both companies if you're looking for high-quality, long-lasting portable power sources—whether for off-grid applications or home backup usage.