The EcoFlow River series offers industry-leading portable power stations designed for emergency power, off-grid power, and portable power on the go. This portable power station comparison takes a look at each EcoFlow River, comparing portability, capacity, output, solar capability, battery chemistry, and more.
6 Tips for Choosing a Portable Power Station
EcoFlow River series portable power stations offer the best portable power for off-grid adventures. Just like the EcoFlow DELTA series, the River series come in a variety of different shapes and sizes, with different features tailored toward different users. Take a quick look below at everything you need to know before buying a River series portable power station.
Portability
The best portable power station is the one that you can take around and use anywhere. Because let’s face it – lugging around a huge battery is not fun. EcoFlow River series portable power stations start at just under 3 kg and go up to around 7.6 kg. So if you’re looking for something super light and small, the new EcoFlow River mini is a great choice. Or if you’re looking for something light with a larger capacity, the EcoFlow River Max has a detachable battery that you can take off whenever you like.
Capacity
The capacity of your portable power station determines how long you can stay powered on for, with larger capacities suited towards heavier applications like emergency power or off-grid power. The EcoFlow River and River Max come with an expandable design, allowing you to max out your capacity with an extra battery. If you need to power your devices for extended periods of time, the EcoFlow River Pro has a large expandable capacity of up to 1.4kWh.
Output
This one is pretty simple — higher outputs allow you to power more demanding appliances like hairdryers, small fridges, or even vacuums (camping can get messy). The good news is, that all EcoFlow portable power stations feature X-Boost technology, extending your output whenever you need an extra little bit of power.
Fast Charging
Nobody wants to wait half a day to charge up. All EcoFlow portable power stations feature X-Stream charging, the fastest charging method on the market.
Solar Charging
Whether you’re camping, tailgating, or out in the wild, solar charging gives you another effortless charging option to stay powered on. For those of you in sunny locations, you can harness the power of the sun to generate reliable solar energy. What if you’re not blessed with all-year-round sunshine? Not to worry. EcoFlow portable power stations have an advanced MPPT algorithm that automatically detects voltage and current in real-time to increase solar generation, even in cold and cloudy conditions.
Battery Chemistry
You’ll often hear a portable power station called a solar generator, battery generator, or even a portable generator. At the end of the day, they’re all portable battery-powered devices. One important thing to look out for is the battery chemistry. The EcoFlow River series utilizes NCM batteries, which reduce the weight of the unit and increase the output performance in colder environments. That gives you a lightweight battery you can use all year round.
Now we have all that covered, let’s start by taking a look at the EcoFlow River series.
EcoFlow River mini
The EcoFlow River mini is the smallest portable power station we’ve ever made. It’s more powerful than a power bank and more portable than other power stations. Get an EcoFlow River mini today and take power pretty much anywhere.
Portability: Mini Portable Power Station
We weren’t kidding when we said the EcoFlow River mini was the smallest and lightest portable power station we’ve ever made. It comes in at just 2.86 kg, so if you’re looking for something more powerful than a power bank but don’t want to skimp on portability, the EcoFlow River mini is a great option.
Capacity: 210Wh Capacity
Even larger power banks typically only reach about 10,000 mAh capacity. In watt-hours, that’s roughly around 50Wh. The EcoFlow River mini storms ahead with up to 210Wh of capacity, giving you hours more power. That’s the equivalent of 15 phone charges, 4 laptop charges, or 13 portable speaker charges. Pretty neat, right?
Output: 300W AC Output
This is where things get even more interesting. Unlike power banks, the EcoFlow River mini comes with 300W AC wall outlets. That means you can power your phone, laptop, lights, and fans wherever you go. In a cafe and can’t find an AC outlet? Out on a camping trip and need to charge your phone? You get the point, free yourself from the wall with River mini.
Fast Charging: 0-80% in 1 hour
Charging doesn’t have to be a chore. The EcoFlow River mini charges up to 80% in just one hour. And it gets even better. The River mini (wireless) has a convenient charging pad on the top so you can do away with all those pesky wires.
Solar Charging: 100W Solar Charging
If you’re not near a wall, you can also charge up with solar energy in as quick as 3 hours. An extra option that’s yours if you need it.
Battery Chemistry: NCM Battery
Just like other River series portable power stations, River mini has an NCM battery. In addition to keeping the unit weight down, this battery chemistry is better for low-temperature resistance, which means you can store and use the battery in colder environments.
EcoFlow River mini: The Final Verdict
If you’re looking for a mini portable power station that’s more powerful than a power bank, has more ports, and it’s small enough to fit in your backpack, the EcoFlow River mini is an excellent choice for you.
EcoFlow River Pro
The EcoFlow River Pro is an off-grid powerhouse built for the wild. From camping to RV trips, get a 720-1440Wh expandable capacity, 600W AC output, and the ability to power 10 devices at once.
Portability: 7.6 kg Design
As the most powerful portable power station in the EcoFlow River series, it’s no surprise that the EcoFlow River Pro comes in as the heavyweight of the lineup. But make no mistake, at just 7.6 kg, this battery generator is still super portable. It features a comfortable grip that makes it easy to carry around, a small lunchbox frame that makes it easy to store, and a lightweight design that makes it a perfect grab-and-go power source.
Capacity: 720-1440Wh Expandable Capacity
Out on a long trip and need some extra battery life? You can double River Pro’s capacity all the way up to 1440Wh with the River Pro Extra Battery. It’s super simple. The extra battery connects directly to the River Pro, providing power for emergencies or serious camping trips.
Output: 600W AC Output
3 pure sine wave AC outlets deliver up to 600W, ideal for powering more demanding devices. Want even more power? The EcoFlow River Pro features X-Boost technology. Switch it on to power devices up to 1800W.
Fast Charging: 0-80% in 1 hour
The last thing you want to think about when you’re camping is having to put everything on pause so you can charge up. The EcoFlow River Pro charges up rapidly from 0-80% in under an hour, giving you a full charge before you can finish packing your bags, throwing everything in the car, and riding away into the sunset.
Solar Charging: 200W Solar Charging
When you’re halfway through a 2-week overlanding trip, having an extra power source to keep all your gear powered on comes in handy. With the EcoFlow River Pro, you can connect up to two 110W solar panels, giving you a solar generator that charges up in as quick as 4 hours.
Battery Chemistry: NCM Battery
Just like the rest of the River series, River Pro sports an NCM battery, which keeps weight down, offers better overall temperature resistance and gives you better output performance in colder environments.
EcoFlow River Pro: The Final Verdict
The EcoFlow River Pro is the most powerful option in the River series. Whether it’s road trips, overlanding, or camping, River Pro gives you an expandable capacity up to 1440Wh, 600W AC output, and 200W solar charging to take on the great outdoors.
EcoFlow River Max
Hit the outdoors and keep everything charged up with the EcoFlow River Max. Need more power? Connect the River Max Extra Battery to get up to 576Wh. Need something lighter? Detach the extra battery and you’re good to go.
Portability:8 kg Design
The EcoFlow River Max comes in at around 8 kg, featuring the same comfortable grip, design, and frame as the EcoFlow River. The detachable design allows you to shed a few pounds in favor of portability when you’re powering up on the go.
Capacity: 288-576Wh Expandable Capacity
From outdoor adventure to home backup, having an extra source of power makes all the difference. The EcoFlow River Max comes with an extra battery which doubles the capacity to 576Wh. That gives you more runtime and an extra layer of security when the going gets tough.
Output: 600W AC Output
The EcoFlow River Max features 3 pure sine wave AC outlets that deliver up to 600W. That’s enough to power a 50″ TV, coffee maker, and most of your other favourite devices. If you do find yourself in a situation where you need to power more demanding devices, turn on X-Boost to power devices up to 1800W.
Fast Charging: 0-80% in 1 hour
Charge your EcoFlow River Max from 0-80% in 1 hour. Our unique X-Stream charging technology offers you the fastest portable power station charging on the market.
Solar Charging: 200W Solar Charging
Whether you’re preparing for a power outage, going off-grid, or simply want a cleaner way to stay powered on, River Max connects with up to two 110W solar panels to give you clean, green power.
Battery Chemistry: NCM Battery
The River Max features an NCM battery, which keeps the unit lightweight and portable, and provides better output performance in colder environments.
EcoFlow River Max: The Final Verdict
If you’re looking for a portable power station that gives you flexible power in a variety of different situations, the EcoFlow River Max is a great option. Need power for the long haul? Attach the extra battery. Looking to go hiking the next day? Detach the extra battery. It’s that simple.
EcoFlow River
Keep all of your devices charged up from one convenient location. The EcoFlow River has a 288Wh capacity that charges up fully in 96 minutes flat. That’s power that keeps you going.
Portability: 5 kg Lightweight Design
At approximately 5 kg, the EcoFlow River is one of the lightest portable power stations in the River series. It features a comfortable handle for easy transportation and a convenient lunch box design that makes it easy to store.
Capacity: 288-576Wh Expandable Capacity
Just like the EcoFlow River Max, River has an expandable capacity of up to 576Wh. From power outages to extended camping trips, you get peace of mind knowing you’ve got hours of more power.
Output: 600W AC Output
The EcoFlow River has 3 pure sine wave AC outlets that deliver up to 600W. That means you can power your lights, fridge, projector, coffee machine, and pretty much most of your favorite devices wherever you go.
Fast Charging: 0-80% in 1 hour
EcoFlow portable power stations are the fastest charging on the market. The EcoFlow River charges up rapidly from 0-80% in just 96 minutes.
Solar Charging: 200W Solar Charging
You can connect up to 2x 110W solar panels to River to charge up with the sun. You’ll be fully charged up and ready to go in just 3 hours. So whether you’re camping, in your RV, or relaxing in your off-grid cabin, you can carry on doing the things you love while River harnesses energy from the sun.
Battery Chemistry: NCM Battery
Just like every other portable power station in the River series, the EcoFlow River sports a reliable NCM battery. This keeps the unit lightweight and improves output performance in colder temperatures. In other words, it’s perfect for all-year-round power.
EcoFlow River: The Final Verdict
If you’re looking for something simple and reliable to keep your devices charged up, the EcoFlow River is a great choice. Hit the outdoors and take power with you wherever you go.
EcoFlow River Series: Compare Specs
| River mini | River | River Max | River Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 210Wh | 288-576Wh | 576Wh | 720-1440kWh |
| Output | 600W | 600W | 600W | 600W |
| Weight | 5 kg | 5 kg | 7.7 kg | 7.6 kg |
| Charging Speed | 300W | 250W | 500W | 660W |
| Solar Input | 200W | 200W | 200W | 200W |
| Battery Chemistry | NCM | NCM | NCM | NCM |
Conclusion
The EcoFlow River series offers industry-leading portable power stations for pretty much any type of application. From emergency backup to off-grid power, pick up an EcoFlow River series portable power station and enjoy clean, green power all year round.