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Goal Zero Yeti 500X — Portable power station · 2020
Goal Zero

Goal Zero Yeti 500X

Portable power station · 2020

82
/ 100
From $699
VS
Jackery Explorer 300 Plus — Portable power station · 2023
Jackery

Jackery Explorer 300 Plus

Portable power station · 2023

82
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Goal Zero Yeti 500X lands at 82 and Jackery Explorer 300 Plus at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Goal Zero Yeti 500X if…

  • ✓LiFePO4 chemistry on modern SKUs (4000+ cycles)
  • ✓Solar input
  • ✓Multiple AC/DC/USB-C outputs

Pick Jackery Explorer 300 Plus if…

  • ✓LiFePO4 chemistry on modern SKUs (4000+ cycles)
  • ✓Solar input
  • ✓Multiple AC/DC/USB-C outputs
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Cables

Tie

Compared on the cables sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Noise

Tie

Compared on the noise sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Efficiency

Tie

Compared on the efficiency sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Jackery Explorer 300 Plus

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Jackery Explorer 300 Plus more score per dollar ($299 vs $699).

Goal Zero Yeti 500X 82
vs
82 Jackery Explorer 300 Plus

Score breakdown

Goal Zero Yeti 500X
82
efficiency 77
noise 86
cables 90
value 80
Jackery Explorer 300 Plus
82
efficiency 77
noise 86
cables 90
value 80

Specs side-by-side

Goal Zero Yeti 500X versus Jackery Explorer 300 Plus — full spec comparison
Spec Goal Zero Yeti 500X Jackery Explorer 300 Plus
Type
Portable power station
Portable power station
Release year
2020
2023

Goal Zero Yeti 500X

Pros
  • +LiFePO4 chemistry on modern SKUs (4000+ cycles)
  • +Solar input
  • +Multiple AC/DC/USB-C outputs
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Pricey per Wh
  • −Shipping restrictions (Li-ion)

Jackery Explorer 300 Plus

Pros
  • +LiFePO4 chemistry on modern SKUs (4000+ cycles)
  • +Solar input
  • +Multiple AC/DC/USB-C outputs
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Pricey per Wh
  • −Shipping restrictions (Li-ion)

FAQ: Goal Zero Yeti 500X vs Jackery Explorer 300 Plus

Which is better, Goal Zero Yeti 500X or Jackery Explorer 300 Plus? +

Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Goal Zero Yeti 500X worth the price? +

At $699, Goal Zero Yeti 500X delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in cables.

Is Jackery Explorer 300 Plus worth the price? +

At $299, Jackery Explorer 300 Plus delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in cables.

Does Goal Zero Yeti 500X or Jackery Explorer 300 Plus last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Goal Zero Yeti 500X or Jackery Explorer 300 Plus? +

Jackery Explorer 300 Plus — more score per dollar ($299 vs $699). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.