The best ways to use the Jackery portable power station

 

Remember that last power outage on a jobsite or at home that had you seeing red? Or the time you went off-grid for a well-deserved break, but the nearest power point was across the campground? That’s when you needed a Jackery portable power station to hand, full of juice.

A global leader in the industry with more than five million units sold over 13 years*, Jackery’s
range of portable power stations are rechargeable via solar, 12V and mains power, and are perfect for work, home and beyond. “That’s the bottom line,” Joel Gibson, carpenter and director at Oztech Constructions, says. And he should know, he uses Jackery in a variety of situations, from outdoor adventure to powering up his tools.

“If you need power, Jackery brings it,” he says of the easy-to-use range. Here, he takes us through some of the ways Jackery portable power stations deliver.

Best for: running the worksite

Product: Jackery 2000 Plus Black Explorer Portable Power Station, I/N: 0537656^{^}

Forget a noisy generator, the Jackery 2000 Plus – the biggest and most powerful of the range with a 3000W output – is more than enough to charge batteries, run lights, and power the onsite fridge and microwave. It even juices power-hungry tools like a nine-inch grinder, Joel says. And it’ll recharge in less than two hours each night.

“We don’t even get temporary power set up at the start of a build anymore, the Jackery keeps us running until the mains can be connected,” Joel says.

Best for: Getting power on tap when most needed

Product: Jackery 2000W Black 1000 Plus Portable Power Station

Physically smaller than the Jackery 2000 Plus, but still packing a punch, the 1000 Plus is perfect for
an off-grid holiday home, as an emergency back-up supply, in case of any power failures or as that extra outlet onsite. At work or for play, this is an essential kit to keep loaded into the back of the ute.

“If you have a power failure at home, this will keep the essentials like your fridge or aircon going, plus it’s perfect to take on a picnic!” Joel says.

Best for: Having a reliable power back-up while camping

Product: Jackery 600W Black 600 Plus Portable Power Station

Whether you’re fishing, chilling or just spending time away, going camping doesn’t mean going without. The Jackery 600 Plus will run the lights, fridge, stereo and recharge phones and more for days, no matter how far you are from a power outlet. The ultimate accessory for going off-grid.

“I used to have a big set-up with batteries, inverters and more, now I just take one unit and it powers the whole campsite – including the pod coffee machine,” Joel says.

Best for: Free power? Yes please!

Product: Jackery Saga 100 Black Solar Panel

What’s better than portable power wherever you are? Free power! With the lightweight and efficient (23.7 per cent efficiency) Jackery Saga 100 Solar Panel, you can charge your devices on-the-go and, even better, top up your Jackery portable power station with clean, reliable power to give extra time away from the mains, for free.

“If you just need to charge a few items, or top up the power station, the solar panel is ideal. You don’t need hot days, just some sunlight,” Joel says.

Want to find out more?

Jackery’s portable power station range is available through Bunnings Trade.

*The accumulative sales volume reached 5 million units Jan 2018-Nov 2024 (The parent group’s 2024 third-quarter report and company sales surveys). Jackery has been recognised by The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Forbes and over 200 media and organisations globally (As of Nov 30, 2024).

^{^}Jackery power station only, other pictured products not included.