Jackery deal alert: The Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 power station is now $499 at Amazon

Keep your devices alive off the grid without lugging around a brick. By Soumya Kumar Soumya is a deals writer who covers consumer tech, shopping deals, and the products people use every day. With experience writing about everything from AI tools and software to smartphones and home gadgets, she enjoys breaking down product research into clear, useful recommendations. When she's not tracking deals, she's usually comparing products, digging through reviews, and figuring out what actually makes a purchase worth it. Read Full Bio on September 22, 2026 Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Flipboard All products featured here are independently selected by our editors and writers. If you buy something through links on our site, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. Credit: Jackery / Mashable SAVE $60: As of Sept. 22, the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 portable power station is down to $499 at Amazon. That's an 11% discount, bringing this upgraded 1070Wh generator under the $500 mark. $499 at Amazon $559 Save $60 When it comes to portable power stations, Jackery is pretty much the brand everyone recognizes. Their bright orange-and-black boxes are practically mandatory gear at campsites, but their original mid-tier models used to take hours to recharge and lacked the punch needed for bigger gear. The upgraded Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 solves most of those old pain points, and as of Sept. 22, it's on sale on Amazon for $499 (down from $559). The biggest upgrade in the v2 is how quickly it returns to full strength. Using the companion app, you can toggle on an emergency fast-charge mode that juices the entire 1,070Wh battery from dead to 100% in just one hour. By default, it charges in a slightly slower 1.7 hours to protect the battery over time, but having an ultra-fast option when you need to pack up in a hurry is a huge win. The unit delivers 1,500W of continuous output with a 3,000W peak surge. That means it can comfortably handle power-hungry gear like portable AC units, tailgating fridges, microwave ovens, or power tools without tripping a fuse. At 23.8 pounds with a foldable handle, it remains surprisingly easy to lug around compared to chunkier 1kWh competitors.It also upgrades to long-lasting LiFePO4 battery cells, which last over 4,000 charge cycles — giving it a solid decade of regular use before losing noticeable capacity. Rounding out the setup are six outlets in total, including a fast 100W USB-C port for laptops, three standard AC wall plugs, and a quiet 30dB overnight mode so the fan won't keep you awake in a tent. Mashable Deals By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. If you've been waiting to grab a reliable Jackery setup, snag the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 while it’s sitting under $500.The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping expertsApple iPhone 18 Pro — free at T-Mobile Paramount+ — $0.99 for 2 months with code p2mcs26premApple AirPods Pro 3 — $199 $249 (save $50)Apple iPad 11-inch — $399 $449 (save $50)TCL 85-Inch Class QM8L Series TV — $2,497.99 $3,999.99 (save $1,502) Soumya is a deals writer who covers consumer tech, shopping deals, and the products people use every day. With experience writing about everything from AI tools and software to smartphones and home gadgets, she enjoys breaking down product research into clear, useful recommendations. When she's not tracking deals, she's usually comparing products, digging through reviews, and figuring out what actually makes a purchase worth it. These newsletters may contain advertising, deals, or affiliate links. By clicking Subscribe, you confirm you are 16+ and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.