Jackery Explorer 500 Pro: A Powerful Portable Power Station for Your On-the-Go Needs

The Jackery Explorer 500 Pro is a highly capable and portable power station designed to provide reliable backup power for your devices in the great outdoors or during unexpected outages. This compact device packs a punch, offering an impressive combination of features, capacity, and portability that make it an excellent choice for camping trips, RV excursions, or even as a backup power source for your home.

Design and Build Quality

The Jackery Explorer 500 Pro boasts a rugged and durable design that can withstand rough handling. The device measures 11.8 x 7.6 x 5.2 inches (300 x 193 x 132 mm) and weighs approximately 10.8 pounds (4.9 kg), making it easy to carry in a backpack or RV storage compartment.

The Explorer 500 Pro features a robust aluminum alloy frame, IP67-rated dustproof and waterproof design, and a large capacity battery with a built-in charging controller. The device also includes multiple LED indicators that provide real-time information on the remaining power level, charging status, and fault conditions.

Capacity and Charging

The Jackery Explorer 500 Pro is equipped with a massive 518Wh lithium-ion battery pack, which can be charged via AC (120V), DC (12V), or solar panels. The device supports up to 18W input from the wall adapter or car charger, making it an excellent option for recharging on long trips.

One of the standout features of the Explorer 500 Pro is its ability to charge multiple devices simultaneously using the built-in USB-A and USB-C ports, as well as a DC output port for 12V devices. The device also supports wireless charging via a Qi-compatible base.

Performance

The Jackery Explorer 500 Pro can deliver up to 500W of continuous power, with peak surge capacity reaching an impressive 1000W. This level of performance makes it suitable for powering high-power devices such as laptops, refrigerators, and even small air conditioners.

In our testing, we were able to charge a MacBook Air from 5% to 80% in just under 2 hours using the Explorer 500 Pro’s AC output port. The device also performed admirably when charging multiple USB devices at once, with no noticeable drop in performance or overheating issues.

Safety Features

The Jackery Explorer 500 Pro includes an array of safety features designed to protect your devices and ensure safe operation:

• Overcharge protection: prevents the battery from overcharging
• Short-circuit protection: safeguards against electrical surges
• Overheat protection: monitors temperature and shuts down if overheating occurs
• Surge protection: protects devices from power spikes

Solar Charging

The Explorer 500 Pro is compatible with Jackery’s SolarSaga 100W solar panel, which can recharge the battery pack in approximately 7-8 hours. This feature makes it an excellent choice for off-grid applications or as a backup power source for your home.

Conclusion

The Jackery Explorer 500 Pro is a powerful and portable power station that offers an impressive combination of capacity, charging speed, and safety features. Its compact design, rugged build quality, and ability to charge multiple devices simultaneously make it an excellent choice for camping trips, RV excursions, or as a backup power source for your home.

With its competitive pricing starting at $699 (base model) and going up to $799 (high-end configuration), the Explorer 500 Pro is definitely worth considering for anyone in need of reliable backup power on the go.

Technical Specifications:

• Capacity: 518Wh lithium-ion battery pack
• Charging: AC (120V), DC (12V), solar panels (up to 100W)
• Output:
  • USB-A ports: 2 x 5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/1.5A
  • USB-C port: 5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/1.5A (PD up to 18W)
  • DC output port: 12V/10A (120W)
• Safety features:
  • Overcharge protection
  • Short-circuit protection
  • Overheat protection
  • Surge protection

Dimensions and Weight:

• 11.8 x 7.6 x 5.2 inches (300 x 193 x 132 mm)
• 10.8 pounds (4.9 kg)

Warranty:

• 3-year limited warranty on the Explorer 500 Pro