thanks johnny for the honest review...., i say honest because i already know what your talking about is true. you see i bought a jackery 500 for my cabin based on your review of the 240. i can now do all the things i used to do with the generator.... only without the noise! i bring it back home with me for emergencies. as it only weights 13lb. i could not be happier!
A lot of the time it's small power over a long period that is needed eg laptop etc, that's where these really shine. Running a genny at 1.5l of fuel an hour all day long just doesn't make any sense. Not to mention the noise and smell. Have you thought of adding solar panels to the roof of your cabin?
JL This company appreciates your review and time.As do I. Look forward to seeing the review of the 750w or 1000w in the future. 3 tall cans are just lunch.LOl Cheers Tim
A pretty decent vlog. You weren't twisting arms, but told us what we wanted to know. Haven't seen them over here yet, and curious about pricing, but no rush. Thanks Johnny, take care.
They're on Amazon, not cheap though I'm afraid, but that's lithium for you. A proper branded 100ah lithium battery on its own is over a thousand quid (eg Relion). And these Jackery things have mppt solar controller, 240v sinewave and 12v/5v outlets as you know. I don't see them coming down in price anytime soon, best bet is to become a boater and get one for free ;)
Yep, I love 'em, so many uses hence I do the reviews, it's not like they are forcing me. I love solar in general. The panels on my roof, well, I wouldn't want to be aboard without them now.
@@ProjectNarrowboat No I do think it's very refreshing watching you work and explain all aspects of boat life. I'm currently in the Royal Navy but retiring in 2 years we are selling our home and moving into a widebeam as a family, I'm burnt out with life and financial ties and your life looks like what we need. I will keep tuned to your channel mate.
@@076daver it's a fair bit of work, living on a narrowboat. if you get a well appointed widebeam, ie plenty solar, built in genny, large water tank, double glazing etc etc , you should be ok!
@@ProjectNarrowboat Thanks again Johnny I am truly humbled for the response! Take care this winter mate, I look forward to your Christmas dinner video, the last one was fantastic!
Well another review and another mixed bag of comments - fair enough. The usual weekly videos are unaffected so those not interested don't have to watch the reviews. In fact I'm just editing this Fridays episode, courtesy of power from the Jackery!
I've seen quite a few of the Jackory reviews by other vloggers on the cut, but I think yours has been the most comprehensive. I can see this as quite a good alternative source of power for hubby and I when we do our demonstrations at craft fairs, generators are usually frowned on and we're not always guaranteed a power supply. Thank you and stay safe.
Thanks - these are very good for where you want a smallish amount of power, over a long period of time - a generator would be most wasteful under those conditions. Not to mention noisy and stinky!
I couldn't give a toss if you were paid or not JL, what's it got to do with anyone but yourself, I thoroughly enjoy all your video's, including this one, and look forward to many more, and if you do a review here and there, I will look forward to those as well, just keep doing things your way, that's why we enjoy watching you, stay safe and well 🚢🚢🚢
I bought a jackery 240 about 3 weeks ago and I've noticed something that I may just be overthinking about, and I'm trying to get other owners of the 240's opinion. I've noticed that when watching videos here on TH-cam that on some units, even like the 500 and 300 when you plug in charger to charge that the light is blue when charging and turns green when done. I've never saw a detailed video on the 240 to see if it acts the same when its done charging. Mine never turns green. It will charge up to 100% and the watts will taper down, slowly going to zero and the charger box even gets cold, from not pushing out anymore power, but the light never turns green, it always stays blue. The unit seems to function fine, and I even left it plugged up for like 12 hours just to make sure, but it never changes to green, it stays blue. Can anyone else who owns a 240 confirm if theirs stays blue or does turn green? Like I say, any other time I wouldn't think anything of it, but it's got me questioning why the 240 stays blue but the other units turn green when done
I just checked mine, the led stays blue, as it does on rhe 500. Maybe earlier or later models have the two colours? But the 500 does do that thing with the lcd display when it reaches full charge, not sure if the 240 does.
@@ProjectNarrowboat thanks for replying, I appreciate it. Yeah there may be differences between when unit when they were manufactured. I wish jackery would update their manuals to reflect.
No money changed hands :) Sorry you feel that way, I'll be putting out my usual weekly video so you can avoid the reviews and not miss out. Best, Johny
Usually enjoy your vlogs but promoting products that you're unlikely to use yourself (you have a perfectly good solar instalation on board) is disappointing.
Hi Chris, it's your view and that is fair enough. I have to say though, even once I sort out my domestic batteries, having these things about the place does give me a sense of security - when you are off grid, you've got what you've got and no more.
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thanks johnny for the honest review...., i say honest because i already know what your talking about is true. you see i bought a jackery 500 for my cabin based on your review of the 240. i can now do all the things i used to do with the generator.... only without the noise! i bring it back home with me for emergencies. as it only weights 13lb. i could not be happier!
A lot of the time it's small power over a long period that is needed eg laptop etc, that's where these really shine. Running a genny at 1.5l of fuel an hour all day long just doesn't make any sense. Not to mention the noise and smell. Have you thought of adding solar panels to the roof of your cabin?
JL
This company appreciates your review and time.As do I.
Look forward to seeing the review of the 750w or 1000w in the future.
3 tall cans are just lunch.LOl
Cheers Tim
And the best part of that bottle of Sauvignon blanc ;)
I'm hoping they send me the 1000 - I could run the whole boat off of it!
A pretty decent vlog. You weren't twisting arms, but told us what we wanted to know. Haven't seen them over here yet, and curious about pricing, but no rush. Thanks Johnny, take care.
They're on Amazon, not cheap though I'm afraid, but that's lithium for you. A proper branded 100ah lithium battery on its own is over a thousand quid (eg Relion). And these Jackery things have mppt solar controller, 240v sinewave and 12v/5v outlets as you know. I don't see them coming down in price anytime soon, best bet is to become a boater and get one for free ;)
A very useful piece of kit for us landlubbers in case of power cuts and for camping, thank you.
Yep, I love 'em, so many uses hence I do the reviews, it's not like they are forcing me. I love solar in general. The panels on my roof, well, I wouldn't want to be aboard without them now.
You are a genius love your work!
Why thank you!
@@ProjectNarrowboat No I do think it's very refreshing watching you work and explain all aspects of boat life. I'm currently in the Royal Navy but retiring in 2 years we are selling our home and moving into a widebeam as a family, I'm burnt out with life and financial ties and your life looks like what we need. I will keep tuned to your channel mate.
@@076daver it's a fair bit of work, living on a narrowboat. if you get a well appointed widebeam, ie plenty solar, built in genny, large water tank, double glazing etc etc , you should be ok!
@@ProjectNarrowboat Thanks again Johnny I am truly humbled for the response! Take care this winter mate, I look forward to your Christmas dinner video, the last one was fantastic!
Well another review and another mixed bag of comments - fair enough. The usual weekly videos are unaffected so those not interested don't have to watch the reviews. In fact I'm just editing this Fridays episode, courtesy of power from the Jackery!
I've seen quite a few of the Jackory reviews by other vloggers on the cut, but I think yours has been the most comprehensive. I can see this as quite a good alternative source of power for hubby and I when we do our demonstrations at craft fairs, generators are usually frowned on and we're not always guaranteed a power supply. Thank you and stay safe.
Thanks - these are very good for where you want a smallish amount of power, over a long period of time - a generator would be most wasteful under those conditions. Not to mention noisy and stinky!
I couldn't give a toss if you were paid or not JL, what's it got to do with anyone but yourself, I thoroughly enjoy all your video's, including this one, and look forward to many more, and if you do a review here and there, I will look forward to those as well, just keep doing things your way, that's why we enjoy watching you, stay safe and well 🚢🚢🚢
Thanks for your support Chris - I know other way than my way!
Very helpful thank you!
Welcome. I really do like these things : )
I bought a jackery 240 about 3 weeks ago and I've noticed something that I may just be overthinking about, and I'm trying to get other owners of the 240's opinion. I've noticed that when watching videos here on TH-cam that on some units, even like the 500 and 300 when you plug in charger to charge that the light is blue when charging and turns green when done. I've never saw a detailed video on the 240 to see if it acts the same when its done charging. Mine never turns green. It will charge up to 100% and the watts will taper down, slowly going to zero and the charger box even gets cold, from not pushing out anymore power, but the light never turns green, it always stays blue. The unit seems to function fine, and I even left it plugged up for like 12 hours just to make sure, but it never changes to green, it stays blue. Can anyone else who owns a 240 confirm if theirs stays blue or does turn green? Like I say, any other time I wouldn't think anything of it, but it's got me questioning why the 240 stays blue but the other units turn green when done
I just checked mine, the led stays blue, as it does on rhe 500. Maybe earlier or later models have the two colours? But the 500 does do that thing with the lcd display when it reaches full charge, not sure if the 240 does.
@@ProjectNarrowboat thanks for replying, I appreciate it. Yeah there may be differences between when unit when they were manufactured. I wish jackery would update their manuals to reflect.
Johnny, has anyone ever told you that you look like 'Foxy' from SAS Who Dares Wins? Spitting image, or maybe it's you? Undercover!
Just googled that one, yeh I can see what you mean... I think!
Downside to Jackery is they take too long to charge!!
I guess that's to look after the battery. A faster charge seems to shorten cell life?
Hi Jonny, don’t let the negativity drive you down, btw can I have your other unit 😉
Ha ha ... 'fraid I'm going to be hanging onto them both - the small one is keeping the tv running!
do they sell any of these ,, or give them all away for reviews .. to all boaters
I dunno! I'm sure they must know what they are doing.
Not all boaters... I don't hove one and I'm not envious at all!
@@robtheplod give ' em a shout... They must have missed you!
I pay not to see adds ,so won't be watching yours or any of the other money grabbing vlogers , trying to lose their subscribers
No money changed hands :) Sorry you feel that way, I'll be putting out my usual weekly video so you can avoid the reviews and not miss out. Best, Johny
@@ProjectNarrowboat No money, but a brand new unit in a box !!
@@ProjectNarrowboat you took the 30 pieces of silver.
Usually enjoy your vlogs but promoting products that you're unlikely to use yourself (you have a perfectly good solar instalation on board) is disappointing.
Hi Chris, it's your view and that is fair enough. I have to say though, even once I sort out my domestic batteries, having these things about the place does give me a sense of security - when you are off grid, you've got what you've got and no more.
It's a review. Personally, I couldn't give a toss if he uses it in future or not - I came for the review.
Creators/Channels have to make money dude. You want stuff for free go grab ketchup from McDonald’s and towels from a public restroom