Whether you’re camping, road-tripping or you live somewhere prone to power outages, a compact power station can be a lifesaver. Jackery’s latest release is built for grab-and-go charging. These usually don’t come cheap but during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale it gets a big discount.
Amazon has dropped the price of the Jackery Explorer 240D to $130, which is the lowest price we’ve seen on this power station. It’s a portable power bank that has a compact frame and fast USB-C charging for compatible devices. If you’re looking for a power station in this price range, I suggest you grab this deal while it lasts, as we don’t think it’ll stick around too long.
The Explorer 240D delivers 256Wh of energy and supports up to four devices at once with three USB-C ports and one USB-A. It offers 200 watts of pure DC output and up to 140 watts per port, so it can handle MacBooks, tablets, cameras and more.
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It weighs 6.9 pounds, which is on the smaller side for power stations. The included two-in-one USB-C strap cable doubles as a carrying handle. With four charging options — USB-C, solar, car and AC/DC dual input — it can reach 80% in just one hour and supports up to 100 watt solar input.
In his guide to best portable power stations, CNET expert Ajay Kumar noted that “compact power stations are perfect for road trips, camping and emergency kits — especially when they support fast charging and solar input.” The Explorer 240D checks all those boxes, although it does have lower capacity than many we tested. Our Editors’ Choice in the category is also made by Jackery, the much larger and more expensive Explorer 2000 Plus.
A portable power station is a good investment now. With summer coming up, it could help you beat the rolling brownouts in sweltering heat. But even if you decide you don’t want to buy this Jackery Explorer 240D right now, there are plenty of additional deals during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale that you won’t want to miss.
Why this deal matters
This is the best discount on one of Jackery’s most affordable ultra-portable power stations. With fast charging, solar support and a 10-year battery lifespan, the Explorer 240D is good for anyone who wants reliable backup power without the bulk. While the Amazon Big Spring Sale just started, that doesn’t mean this deal is going to be around forever. Grab one before the deal loses its juice.
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