Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 portable power station deal

SAVE 14%: As of Oct. 20, you can get the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 for $429, down from $499, at Amazon. That's a 14% discount and a $70 price cut.

Whether you're planning a camping trip or just want some peace of mind for the next power outage, having a reliable portable power station is a smart move. Jackery is a big name in this space, and its newly updated Explorer 1000 v2 just got a decent price drop.

As of Oct. 20, you can get the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 for $429, down from $499, at Amazon. That's a 14% discount and a $70 price cut.

The v2 uses a LiFePO4 battery, which means it should last way longer than its predecessor, the Explorer 1000. (Jackery claims up to 10 years or 4,000 charge cycles). Charging is also way faster; you can get it from 0 to 100 percent in just an hour using the "emergency charge" setting in the app, though the default is a slightly slower 1.7 hours to help the battery last even longer.

Power-wise, it offers 1070Wh capacity and can put out 1500W (with a 3000W surge peak), enough to run things like a mini-fridge, electric grill, or even a small heater, plus charge all your usual gadgets like phones (74 times) and laptops (14 times). It's got plenty of ports, including three AC outlets and a powerful 100W USB-C output. And, it's relatively portable at just under 24 pounds and has a handy foldable handle.