Against Jackery’s popular Explorer 1000, the AC180 is clearly the heavyweight champion. Jackery’s unit has 1002Wh capacity and a 1000W inverter. The AC180’s 1152Wh battery and 1800W inverter easily outstrip that, so it runs devices longer and handles bigger loads. In fact, the AC180 can supply almost double the continuous power of the Jackery (1800W vs 1000W).
What does Jackery offer in return? Mainly portability and price. The Explorer 1000 is lighter (about 30 lbs) and often a bit cheaper (around $999). It has 3 AC outlets (vs 4 on the AC180) and fewer fast charging ports. Also, Jackery uses a standard Li-ion battery (likely ~500-cycle life), whereas the AC180’s LFP pack lasts 3500+ cycles.
Charging time is also a factor: the Jackery 1000 fully recharges in roughly 7 hours on AC, whereas the AC180 can hit 80% in 45 minutes. In daily use, a family might run the Jackery down and need to recharge overnight, but the AC180 lets you fill it very quickly between uses (especially with the 1440W wall input).
Key differences: AC180 has more power and output (good for appliances), and a longer-lived battery. Jackery 1000 is simpler and more compact for light duties (phone charging, lights, small fridge). If you just need a tiny backup for phones or lights, the Jackery can do; but for most off-grid or emergency work, the AC180 is in a different league of performance.