Solar Generators

Solar generator prices vary based on power capacity and intended use. Jackery offers a wide range of solar generator bundles for everything from small outdoor needs to essential home backup, so you can choose what fits your lifestyle and budget.

The right size of solar generator for home backup and outdoor use depends on which appliances you want to power. Smaller solar generators, like the Jackery Solar Generator 240 v2, can charge phones and laptops, while larger models, like the Jackery Solar Generator 5000 Plus, can power refrigerators, home essentials, and provide extended backup during outages. To learn more about sizing the generator for your power needs, check out our detailed guide, "What size solar generator do I need?"

Building a solar-powered generator requires technical components and an electrical setup. Jackery Solar Generators are prebuilt, tested, and ready to use, removing the complexity and safety risks of DIY systems. You can plug the appliances into the output ports of the Jackery Portable Power Station to start powering them.

The lifespan of a portable solar generator depends on battery quality and usage. Jackery Solar Generators feature long-lasting LiFePO4 batteries with over 6,000 charge cycles, supporting years of reliable performance with regular charging and everyday use.

Jackery Solar Generator collects sunlight through solar panels, stores energy inside the portable power station, and delivers electricity to appliances when power is needed at home or outdoors.

Yes. Jackery Solar Generators can run refrigerators as long as the refrigerator's power demand stays within the generator's rated output. The exact runtime depends on battery capacity. For example, a 200W refrigerator can run for about 13.7 hours on the Jackery Solar Generator HomePower 3600 Plus.

Yes. A solar generator is worth purchasing if you want quiet, fuel-free power for emergencies, outdoor activities, or daily backup. Jackery Solar Generators offer a reliable alternative to gas generators without noise or fumes.

The expandable Jackery Solar Generator HomePower 3600 Plus and Jackery Solar Generator 5000 Plus provide dependable home backup power, supporting multiple essential appliances during extended outages. While they do not power an entire house, these home solar generators can keep critical appliances running for days.

Yes. Jackery Solar Generators support pass-through charging, allowing the power station to charge while powering devices at the same time.

A solar generator has no engine, fuel, or exhaust — it stores electricity in a battery and recharges from solar panels, wall outlets, or a car outlet, so it runs silently and can be used safely indoors. A gas generator burns fuel to produce power on demand, which means noise, fumes, and regular maintenance, and it cannot be used indoors due to carbon monoxide risk.