Is the Jackery 1500 Solar Generator Actually Worth It?

[@001KLB]

I think your review for the Jackery 1500 is spot-on for campers, and like you said, for outages that last for just a few hours. If you seriously needed it to supply limited power for a home in an extended power outage from a storm, EMP, national emergency, or other survival situation, the unit might not have enough capacity to keep many things running in the house. Keeping a normal-size refrigerator going will severely limit the power remaining for other power users in the home. The typical home refrigerator user around 700-800 watts while running, plus an additional 2000 or more surge watts as the compressor turns on. Once you drain down the internal battery, your maximum use will be limited to the amount of power you can put back in from the solar panels, which are generally two or four panels at up to 100 watts, if in full sun. That would likely total 180-360 watts of incoming power each hour. The FAQs say that you can use it at the same time you are charging it. The instructions say that although you can use it for power while charging with the solar panels, they don't recommend it because it will reduce the life of the unit. Even if you did use it while charging, you'll have to keep a check on the power remaining in the unit's battery. Something like an electric heater using from 900-1500 watts per hour or a minimum-size room air conditioner could be used off and on and maybe alternated with the refrigerator. The length of the cable between the panels and the power unit is limited. That can present an inconvenience if you put the main unit in an place protected from possible bad weather while trying to keep the panels in the most direct sunlight. The number plug-ins would probably not be much of a limitation in a survival situation. With all of this said, I think the Jackery 1500 with 400 watts of panels, is a good choice to possibly allow a family to "get by" in a survival situation without having to spend enough now to be able to go full solar with the huge number of solar panels and batteries. One more point. The Jackery works just fine with the less expensive panels, including those from HF. You have to get the correct adapter to connect the panels to the Jackery Generator. An adapter and a 10 ft. cable costs around $15-20 for each panel on Amazon.

[@cyndicaserta7096]

*A quiet **Generater.Systems** , love the dual fuel capabilities, camper is 50 amp but the adapter helps and found it still handles the load. Haven't taken a camping trip yet, that's in a couple of weeks. Will see how well it does over a long weekend.*

[@TheFriendlyPsychopath]

Google it stupid!

[@gonzaleznadia2]

We have used the kzbin.infoUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y for probably 30 hours with our camper and it’s been great! The noise level is really only noticeable when running the AC and other appliances like the microwave, hair dryer, or coffee pot. It’s not huge like other ones and it has wheels so even at 90lbs, I can move it!

[@justmestephanie1269]

I joust bought this Jackery 1500 to use with my solar powered refrigerator . And I got it on sale for $1200 😁 ! This is enough to power my tiny home on wheels , no regrets at all buying this . Love it ! Excellent product Jackery !

[@victorpreciado1308]

Where’d you get it for 1200?

[@sheyanclark5105]

I’m confused- why am I finding it for $700 10 months later? Have they not been keeping up well?

[@iceman256]

I have 2 x 500 watt solar generators, Jackery 500 and Energizer Arc5 with 2 solar panels. You always power on the go. I had the power go out for a few hours,was able to plug the TV, router and LED lamp til the power was restored. Worked like a charm. I would recommend getting a solar power bank or two. Thanks for the review 👊 💥

[@marvinmcdonald6617]

For the price they are asking. I would definitely go for the Delta Max 1600. Has a bit more power and charges faster.

[@retropyor]

Something that should be mentioned is that the solar panels have USB outputs, so they can be used as direct sources of power in a pinch

[@mosilver1572]

Wow. I wouldn't have to use my car or other devices to charge my phone if the power went out?

[@nilsonc93]

@@mosilver1572 no

[@jedd.5407]

@@mosilver1572 You can charge the Jackery from your car's cigarette port too!

[@freakyflow]

$3,299.00CDN...before tax The highest cost per watt of the power pack brands - And if you think you can hook up other solar panels...nope has to be the over priced jackery ....And It is also one of the slowest charged units on the market ....People really do your homework before putting down that amount of money ....Never trust someone getting free products on thier "review"

[@Zkpe02]

Last year I got a Bluetti AC200P because of the fast 750 watt charging….You can use any solar panels as well…

[@profesorinwestor1984]

Exacly

[@harrishuntTV]

Yes. Not really worth the price. The Jackery Explorer is quite expensive compared to its direct competitors.

[@christopherbennett4559]

We have hurricanes alot here in Louisiana. Last one we was out of power for 6 weeks. It was over 100 degrees also. I think this would be alot better than having 20 gas cans trying to find a gas station that has gas. That's one thing people don't think about. Down here people get shot over gas when the storms hit. Great video 👍

[@baneverything5580]

Laura and Delta knocked out our power here in central Louisiana on the west side of Catahoula Lake for weeks in total. I think I had a heat stroke. I have 11 solar power stations now for a small chest freezer, dorm fridge, fans, lights, and WIFI if it still works if it happens again, plus I`m building a 3.8 kwh emergency solar system for a tiny window air conditioner so I can cool off and cool my camper down. During the hot part of the day I can run it (if it isn`t cloudy) and the solar panels will keep the battery from running down and at night I can put the inverter on a timer to cut on and off long enough to keep the temps in a tolerable range without draining the battery too much. I`m spending the last of my lump sum back pay for my disability case to do this. I can`t afford to run a gas generator much or a car so I`m stranded here and have to have emergency electricity for a bit of cooling and some heat if a Winter storm happens so I can save on propane. It`s an investment to get 5000 to 7000 days of power before the lithium battery is worn out. I already have most of the panels I need and the rest cost only 1600 bucks. I think that`s a great bargain and it can save me money in the future on my bill and maybe a lot with the rising costs of energy tight now. On SSI a savings of even 20 bucks a month is at least money for some extra food or a bottle of vitamins. But knowing I have about 7 kwh of power each day when it`s sunny is peace of mind.

[@markshumaker4135]

The simplest solution to not many ports is to get a plug with for extra outlets on it as far as USB goes same thing you can get a USB adapter that's got five USB ports on it and plug it into the singular one

[@bcase5328]

Some apartment complexes don't allow residents to have anything that has an open flame, (the exception being cigarettes outside the buildings). So, movable solar on the patio/balcony would be the only option other than wind or crank powered electrical. Nothing could be mounted to the structure nor left outside visible. (Not just because of the risk of theft, but because the complex forbids it.)

[@jedd.5407]

Move to a place that allows you to be "SAFER" or get them to write an exclusion to their rules.

[@titanpreparedness]

Ive got a small 300w one but was looking at something larger for a fridge or freezer and this seems to be a good way to go.

[@cindzz47]

Oh my gosh I dont know how old this video is but I ❤️ this. Where is the best place to purchase from?

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

I've noticed the SAME issue while attempting to plug in more than one item due to the DESIGN of the items plug design, solved such by getting the best design of the power strip, then plug IT into the jack

[@cruiser122s.d.8]

I am saving up for a generator. I have power banks, solar chargers, solar panels, and small power stations to help me until I can afford a generator. This one is on my list.

[@jmwinf]

Don't waste your money. You can DIY one 10x better for a 3rd the cost.

[@christiecoats33]

@@jmwinf How???

[@RCPrepping]

We are empy nesters. It's just me and my wife. This would be great for us.

[@scottstewart6260]

i have the 240 with a 50w solar panel, works for charging small LED flashlights and a laptop for work during a power outage. will keep a laptop going for a day without power.

[@goneoutside1011]

I can’t recommend jackery anymore. Two weeks after the warranty ran out my jackery stopped working. It was nothing they could do but offer me the Christmas discount for a new one. SMH 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@davem7847]

You talked about not enough 110 v ports. Why not use a small extension cord with 3 or 4 outlets (of course a 3 conductor cable).

[@ThatWhichISee]

Thanks for the review. I originally saw this model on another yt channel, vancity van life/ Chrome. You answered much of my concerns. 1)can you use extention cords. 2)power small frig. 3)use it to power laptop for a work at home person. 4)simple to use. 5)did I mention simple to use already? 6)powering camp vehicles is not comfortable to me. 7)power station - winning!

[@jedd.5407]

You can use extension cords. Yes you can power a small fridge Yes I use it to power my laptop Just plug and play ... many of the "yard" power tools are electric and I use an extension cord and my Jackery to do the work

[@InVinoVeritas.]

**As someone who got a Jackery 300 free for review, I can honestly say, all reviewers that receive free products give tainted favorable reviews to not piss off the manufacturers & to keep receiving free products.

[@jasons6307]

FACTS!!

[@baneverything5580]

Well, most solar power stations are like miracles to those of us who face a lot of power outages and especially during hurricane season and they`re great to have when camping. You can even cook with the smallest power stations with a 12 volt 100 watt mini rice cooker about 5 times and they`ll run a USB fan for days after hurricanes to prevent heat stroke. I have high quality power stations and cheap low quality ones. I get a great deal of use out of them when the power fails. My freezer stays frozen, my WIFI stays on, I have lights, a fan, and a way to still cook or heat water in a cup for instant coffee without breaking out the propane. And I can run an electric blanket if a Winter storm hits again.

[@jedd.5407]

@@baneverything5580 An "Instant Pot" workers great with the Jackery 1500 and you can eat off the food for a couple of days.

[@baneverything5580]

@@jedd.5407 I bought a very similar cooker like the Instant Pot but haven`t tested it with my Bluetti EB70. I just received a 300 ah LiFeP04 battery for powering a small window air conditioner after hurricanes so I`ll probably use it in my camper for cooking so the breakers won`t get thrown when running a cooker and air conditioner at the same time. I saw Instant Pot`s woke leftist ADs and went with another brand.

[@mosszaphod]

Everyone talks about Life Cycle on the Jackery being around 500, but my question would be if you use this for power outages and a little in the Summers for camping, how many YEARS would Lithium batteries last?

[@baneverything5580]

500 to 900 full charge/discharge cycles before losing the top 20% of it`s capacity. If you don`t drain it completely or charge it over and over past 90% this greatly extends the charge cycles. And never charge it to 100% and store it. Drain it to 60-70% before putting it away and keep it out of hot cars and direct sun because heat degrades these batteries expecially bad when fully charged and so will trying to charge it in freezing weather without warming it up first. LifePo4 batteries are much better than lithiun ion and far safer.

[@dianejones4276]

Can I run a space heater and/or plug in my rv?

[@dannynorton7128]

Which is better the Jackery 1500 or the EF Delta system?

[@carlosa1038]

Can this particular unit power the average home refrigerator?

[@xordinaryx]

This looks really good The problem you mentioned about the ports too near each other and lack of ports Maybe can suggest to them print their "Jackery xxxx" on the top instead on the sides They can come up with Jackery 3000 where there's more ports and on both sides 🤣

[@JennyCarrier-hn1op]

is the panel are water proof?..i do have this unit

[@rodneywhitehead8735]

I prefer the Grecel T1000. More USB ports and a everything you need to use pretty much any solar panel. Also got it for almost a third of the price of the jackery1500

[@patrickgoss4729]

Some devices could be charged by setting the panels out and plugging into them.

[@baneverything5580]

They sell NiMH and 18650 battery chargers that are USB powered plus power bricks can be charged and these can power a little fan during the day while charging a power brick to run it at night. A 100 watt panel, if you make adapters, can directly power a 12 volt mini rice cooker. Hard to believe but it can.

[@tracyskille8241]

I have a boat that is docked in the summer and have a battery charging unit for my locators and trolling motor. I don't really like running an extension cord on the dock with the water around. Would this do the job

[@tatullirealtygroupinc.3260]

Can you plug in a port adapter or power strip??

[@Querencia7779]

Can I charge it with a solar powers in the pouring rain?

[@DARTHDANSAN]

I have 2 Westinghouse I gen 200. Plenty to charge my phone and Nintendo switch. I have no use for anything bigger

[@mosilver1572]

Yeah, don't worry about anything else, you are good to go!

[@Wodenseyes]

Building a stealth camper to travel in the West Coast for cheap. Don’t wanna spend crazy amounts of money so thinking about buying one of these and trying to mount the panels on the roof permanently. Anyone know if I could use a 800btu A/C unit with this even for just an hour or so?

[@cjsrescues]

I was looking at a smaller Jackory for the car in the winter and an electric blanket. JIC

[@ddt6304]

What type of blanket may I ask? I've seen electric and cigerette lighter types I was sure if it would be compatible

[@cjsrescues]

@@ddt6304 just any type of electric blanket will work. I'm getting the wall plug in type.

[@KnowTheNewOfficial]

Is this usable for 8 to 10 years easily? Will it last for that time?

[@DramaTubeTv]

Ours just arrived yesterday close to $2000 after tax so nothing free about the electricity ⚡️

[@erickaday5233]

So if the suns not over out what other generations do u recommend? I’m going to buy one of these

[@lonniebest4697]

"This feels like a rugged and durable system" Then, the lights go off 9:58 from just touching it.

[@lilgreentruck3936]

I would be happy with the 500 Im going to get the 300 when i get my income tax

[@Tallacus]

can you review the pricey Goalzero 6000 thats teh one I am looking at

[@fenlandwildlifeclips]

So renters shouldn't use them? I write this because most people remt...🤔

[@evelynblose9791]

Anyone know why they charge so much for their solar panels? You can buy many other solar panels that produce more power and half the price.

[@mosilver1572]

Hey, if people buy it, more "power" to them. I prefer a different brand, but competition is good. If people quit buying these, the price will go down. Not the best deal, not the worst deal, I think people will soon realize they need something for a backup.

[@Jarvis30]

For people with more money than brains. Had I known the price up front, I wouldn't have wasted my time watching the video. Outside of the price it was a good review.

[@phil7121]

i dont know why reviewers don't always lead with the price, as it can make the rest of the review irrelevant depending on how expensive it is

[@Jarvis30]

@Phil They want the view, i can't really blame them for it, but they should address it honestly.

[@johnelbare8237]

Can this be left plugged into a wall outlet to keep it fully charged? Or will that deplete it’s lifetime?

[@matthewblankowski2265]

Jackery products are rated to be left plugged in.

[@mosilver1572]

I always right plug mine into the wall outlet, and it stays fully charged.

[@the_mad_swimbaiter455]

Trusted reviewer

[@mosilver1572]

Sure. But I won't believe it until Jackery starts running commercials on CNN.

[@JohnSmith-gz5pm]

No, its not worth it! Its a great solar generator but its battery only has 500 recharge life cycles before going down to 80% capacity. Don’t buy anything that doesn’t use Life PO4 batteries which have 2,000 to 3500+ recharge cycles (10 years of daily use).

[@ikaika7878]

Any suggestions?

[@JohnSmith-gz5pm]

@@ikaika7878 Ecoflow Delta Pro is currently the most powerful solar generator that uses Life PO4 batteries with 3500+ lifecycles. Bluetti AC300 is second. Only buy the best. Don’t waste your time and money on anything else.

[@ikaika7878]

@@JohnSmith-gz5pm awesome. Thanks for the suggestions

[@paulfuryes203]

I have three of the units and they work great I wouldn't buy anything else.

[@mosilver1572]

None of the other ones are any good?

[@americandefender6884]

@@mosilver1572 - I think what he’s saying is that he owns 3 Jackery products and is happy with them. I now own 4 Jackery solar generators (350, 500, 1,000, 1,500) and pleased with their performance!

[@PaulDukich]

All these solar generators are still way too expensive.

[@xzinx]

6 hours on an ac plug????? what is this 2015?? eco flow trumps this pos with their charging

[@twiggs24]

Flash fish is another

[@aliceinmansonland448]

Hey everyone! You want to watch a commercial? It's free advertising when a KZbinr gets sent a test model. That's some BS! The big deal here is PROPRIETARY!!!! You can only use Jackery devices with other Jackery products... Just like APPLE!!! Too many KZbinrs are being used for advertising. Make up your own mind, do your own testing! If you accidentally buy the wrong thing you can keep your receipt and swap your device for something better. End KZbin commercials and post better things like tutorials or cat videos.

[@kazukinakamura1110]

Large family? Buy more units

[@d-realtruth1282]

Well it's not free...but renewable energy

[@be5718]

I hear Jackery is forcing reviewers to give a positive review when they send the reviewer a free product. Never gonna buy anything with the name Jackery on it. That's some straight up shitbaggery right there.

[@jenwright2577]

Each solar panel has a usb plug!

[@LollyGaggler]

A USB hub solves the port issue...

[@tewster2]

I wish folks would stop calling these things "generators"...the don't generate anything...they're just big batteries.

[@elcapitan6800]

US should subsidize solar power 🔋 💪

[@mosilver1572]

Where do you think government money comes from? If you want to help someone buy solar equipment, just do it directly from your own pocket. Same difference, just don't force everyone else into your generosity.

[@slogiranakoala2855]

Lol what? Did I just read this correctly? It makes sense now why they don't point out capacity in Ah,since it's only around 35Ah LMAO. You can run an induction cooker for 20 min HAHAHA You can literally buy Chinese 150Ah power station with same features for 1/4 of the money, what kind of drugs are people in America taking

[@ponsekar6266]

P taml

[@rickwendell3211]

So let me get this straight. If you are 60 or over, you can't figure out how most things technological works? Even your mother could figure out how the Jackery works? That's pretty offensive. Subscription canceled.

[@carlosa1038]

Most elderly people have a bit of difficulty understanding how to operate new technology items. That is a fact. That's all he meant. He said nothing offensive!

[@jasons6307]

You had me LMAO..If that offended you then BYE Karen, People are to sensitive these days.🤣🤣

[@kennethrogers3687]

Jackery sucks. There's better and cheaper units. Your paying for the name! Save your money and look at comparisons on KZbin. You will see like I did! Later.

[@arquloc0893]

I'm so confused, are you ever outside? I watch a ton of survival videos and you always get recommended to me, but you always just sit at a desk trying to teach me how to live in nature. I've tried to look for videos where you spend time outdoors, but there is almost nothing. Do you go bushcrafting ever?

[@johnv.3323]

Nope, he stays inside and plays with gadgets along with creating FEMA disaster video's/kits. Ohh and always saying how hes a "fan of omni-direction light" almost every video with a light that statement is stated....

[@arquloc0893]

@@johnv.3323 Well i figured something like that. I've watched maybe 10 videos of him over the course of years, but i always end up leaving midway because it's just not very interesting watching him post photos of somebody else doing stuff and commenting over 😅 Coalcracker is outside in every video, even though many of the videos are very newbieknowledge, atleast it's outside and entertaining.

[@paulkennedy927]

Yes, you are bit confused... Posted on the wrong channel, perhaps?

[@JohnSmith-gz5pm]

FIRST! 😎

[@Dawg-Coin-Lover]

Vague