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Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus Power Station (JE-5000A), 5,040Wh vs OUPES Mega 1 Portable Power Station (S1), 1,024Wh

These are side-by-side facts taken from each product guide: published specifications, strengths and caveats as their sources state them. This page is not a test, a ranking or a verdict about which model is better.

Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus Power Station (JE-5000A), 5,040Wh

Whole-circuit home backup needing 240V from a single wheeled unit

The Explorer 5000 Plus stores 5,040Wh of LFP and delivers 7,200W at 120V or 240V through L14-30R and 14-50 outlets. Its default UPS switches in 20 ms; 0 ms online mode covers only the 5-20 outlets up to 3,600W. It takes high- and low-voltage solar and up to five battery packs.

Published specifications

  • Manual: 5,040Wh LiFePO4 (112V, 45Ah); model JE-5000A
  • Manual: 7,200W, 14,400W surge; L14-30R and 14-50 at 120/240V
  • Manual: backup UPS 20 ms; online UPS 0 ms on 5-20 outlets, 3,600W
  • Manual: high-PV 135-450V 15A; low-PV 16-60V, 1,200W
  • Manual: charge 32-113°F; discharge 5-113°F (3,600W below 14°F)
  • Manual: 16.5 x 15.5 x 25 in, about 134.5 lb; 5-year warranty

Strengths

  • 7,200W at 240V from a single unit through L14-30R or 14-50
  • 0 ms online UPS option for the 5-20 outlets
  • High-voltage solar input and up to five battery packs

Caveats

  • 134.5 lb, and dimensions on Amazon conflict with the manual
  • 0 ms UPS is limited to the 5-20 outlets and 3,600W
  • Energy Saving Mode can switch off small loads after 12 hours

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OUPES Mega 1 Portable Power Station (S1), 1,024Wh

Home backup of mid-size loads where a 20 ms switchover is acceptable

The Mega 1 pairs 1,024Wh of LFP storage with 2,000W continuous AC and 4,500W surge in a 27.8-pound body. It charges at up to 1,400W from the wall and 800W from solar through an Anderson port, and it takes an expansion battery. Its backup switchover is 20 ms, and box contents differ between listing and maker.

Published specifications

  • Manual: 1,024Wh LiFePO4 (51.2V, 20Ah); cover code OPS-S1-N-V1.8
  • Manual: 120V AC 2,000W, surge 4,500W, bypass 2,000W
  • Manual: AC input 1,400W max; car input 12-15V, 8A
  • Manual: solar 12-78V, MPPT 18-75V, 14A, 800W max via Anderson
  • Manual: EPS switchover 20 ms; working 32-104°F
  • Manual: 15.1 x 9.1 x 11.6 in, 27.8 lb; page: 5-year warranty +1 with registration

Strengths

  • 2,000W continuous and 1,400W wall charging in a 27.8-pound unit
  • 800W solar input and an extra-battery port for later expansion
  • Manual gives clear port ratings, error codes and EPS limits

Caveats

  • Box contents conflict: maker lists no MC4-to-Anderson solar cable
  • 20 ms switchover; manual says not for equipment needing 0 ms
  • Charge-time claims differ between listing and OUPES page

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Read the full OUPES Mega 1 Portable Power Station (S1), 1,024Wh guide

How to choose between them

Choose the Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus Power Station (JE-5000A), 5,040Wh if your situation matches: Whole-circuit home backup needing 240V from a single wheeled unit. Its main caveat: 134.5 lb, and dimensions on Amazon conflict with the manual.

Choose the OUPES Mega 1 Portable Power Station (S1), 1,024Wh if your situation matches: Home backup of mid-size loads where a 20 ms switchover is acceptable. Its main caveat: Box contents conflict: maker lists no MC4-to-Anderson solar cable.

Both entries repeat what each guide records. Confirm the model, included parts and availability on the current listing before ordering.

Primary sources

  1. Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus product page Source for Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus Power Station (JE-5000A), 5,040Wh
  2. Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus user manual PDF (US, JE-5000A) Source for Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus Power Station (JE-5000A), 5,040Wh
  3. OUPES Mega 1 product page Source for OUPES Mega 1 Portable Power Station (S1), 1,024Wh
  4. OUPES Mega 1 user manual PDF (version OPS-S1-N-V1.8) Source for OUPES Mega 1 Portable Power Station (S1), 1,024Wh

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