Jackery Explorer 290 vs Anker PowerHouse 521
Quick Verdict
Deciding between the Jackery Explorer 290 and the Anker PowerHouse 521 comes down to your specific power needs. For longer runtimes, the Jackery Explorer 290 wins with an extra 34Wh of battery life. Both inverters are rated for 200W. Your choice depends on whether you value extra capacity or portability.
Detailed Comparison
| Feature | Jackery Explorer 290 | Anker PowerHouse 521 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Ac Output | 200 W | 200 W |
| Battery Size | 290 Wh | 256 Wh |
| Ac Output (Peak) | 400 W | 450 W |
| Charge Time | 6 | 2.5 |
| Charge Time (Solar) | 5 | 4.1 |
| Charge Time (Car) | 6.5 | N/A |
| Solar Input (Max) | 100 W | N/A |
| Ports | ||
| Number Of Outputs (Total) | 4 W | 6 W |
| Ac Ports | 1 | 2 |
| Usb-C Ports | 0 | 1 |
| Usb Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Car Ports | 1 | 1 |
| Tt-30 Ports | 0 | 0 |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 3.40 kg | 3.70 kg |
| Volume | 5965.05 | 6575.386 |
| Has A Display | Yes | Yes |
| Has A Touch Screen | No | No |
| Has A Carry Handle | Yes | Yes |
| Thickness | 133 | 144 |
| Height | 195 | 211.4 |
| Width | 230 | 216 |
| Features | ||
| Has Ups Mode | No | No |
| Has A Wireless Charging Pad | No | No |
| Lifecycle | 500 | 3000 |
| Ups Switchover Speed | N/A | N/A |
| Has An Led Light | No | Yes |
| Supports A Remote Smartphone | No | No |
| Supports Wi-Fi | No | No |
| Has Bluetooth | No | No |
| Warranty Period | 3 | 5 |