Goal Zero
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
Portable power station · 2020
82
/ 100
From $699
VS
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
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
| 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.