5 Best Power Banks for TV in 2024

Blackouts and extended power outages can be life-threatening events.

However, if you’re well prepared with emergency supplies like food, water, and medication, your family’s biggest problem may be boredom.

Thankfully, there are robust and affordable power banks that can operate a television, charge laptops and smartphones, and even keep essential appliances like refrigerators running for the duration — even in extended outages.

Check out this guide to the best power banks for televisions, portable electronic devices, gaming consoles — and even major appliances.

The fun doesn’t have to stop — even when the lights go out. 

EcoFlow’s Top Power Banks for TV in 2024

1. Best for Back-Up TV Watching: EcoFlow RIVER 2
2. Best for Average TV Watching: EcoFlow RIVER Pro
3. Best for LED Televisions: EcoFlow DELTA 2
4. Best for Long TV Watching: EcoFlow DELTA Max
5. Best for Streaming: EcoFlow DELTA Pro

Best for Back-Up TV Watching: EcoFlow RIVER 2

If you’re looking for an affordable way to keep your television powered during a short blackout outage, EcoFlow RIVER 2 is an excellent option. 

Featuring lightning recharge times and a 256Wh storage capacity, EcoFlow RIVER 2 can keep most TVs operating — and charge smartphones and laptops — for several hours.

Let’s say you have a 42-inch LCD television that uses 120 watts to run. The EcoFlow RIVER 2 would have the AC output necessary to power your television for a short time while you wait for the grid to get back up and running. 

Of course, the actual wattage required to run your television may vary. Make sure to check the power requirements of your specific model to confirm that the EcoFlow portable power station you choose is up for the task. 

The EcoFlow RIVER 2 is an excellent source of grab-and-go power, and it can run up to 99% of consumer electronics, making it a great choice for a wide range of applications. 

Extremely lightweight, it’s a highly portable solution for short power outages.

Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 256Wh
• AC Output: 300W total (surge 600W)
• Solar Charge Capacity (Maximum): 11-30V, 8A, 110W Max
• Weight: 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg)
• Dimensions: 9.6 x 8.5 x 5.7 in (245 x 214 x 142 mm)
• Operating Noise Level: ~60 decibels
• Charging Options: Solar/AC/Car/USB-C Charging
• Battery Chemistry: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP/LiFePO4)
• Depth of Discharge: 100%
• Warranty: 5 years
• App Monitoring and Control?: Yes

Pros

• Lightweight  and portable
• Fast charging
• Offers grab-and-go power

Cons

• Low storage capacity
• Low AC output

Best for Average TV Watching: EcoFlow RIVER Pro

Looking for a power bank with a little more oomph? 

EcoFlow RIVER Pro has an impressive 720Wh storage capacity that’s expandable to 1440Wh if you need more juice to keep movie night going during load shedding.

The EcoFlow RIVER Pro features impressive charging times, recharging from 0-80% within just an hour, and it can power a wide range of appliances, including many televisions. 

Double-check to ensure that the AC output and storage capacity are sufficient to keep your TV running and charge your smartphones for as long as you require.

EcoFlow RIVER Pro is an outstanding choice for those with average TV-watching habits. 

Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 720Wh (Max 1440W)
• AC Output: 800W total (surge 1600W)
• Solar Charge Capacity (Maximum): 11-50V 13A, 220W Max
• Weight: 17.2 lbs (7.8 kg )
• Dimensions: 10.6 x 10.2 x 8.9 in (270 x 260 x 226 mm)
• Operating Noise Level: ~60 decibels
• Charging Options: Solar/AC/Car/USB-C Charging
• Battery Chemistry: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP/LiFePO4)
• Depth of Discharge: 100%
• Warranty: 5 years
• App Monitoring and Control? Yes

Pros

• Supports 220W solar charging. You can recharge with EcoFlow’s 220W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel even if Eskom is offline for extended periods
• Powers up to 9 devices at once from the built-in AC, DC, and USB-C outlets
• Expandable to 1440Wh of storage with EcoFlow RIVER Pro Extra Battery

Cons

• Might not have sufficient storage capacity or AC output for your application

Best for LED Televisions: EcoFlow DELTA 2

Looking to take things to the next level? Consider the EcoFlow DELTA 2 Portable Power Station, which offers 1-3kWh of expandable storage capacity and 1.8kW AC continuous output (2.7kW Surge), rapid AC charging, and more. 

An excellent choice for entry-level home backup power, EcoFlow DELTA 2 is perfect for higher-wattage LED and 4K televisions, as well as 90% of home appliances.

Specifications

• Storage Capacity (Minimum): 1024Wh
• Storage Capacity (Maximum): 3kWh
• AC Output: 1.8kW continuous output (2.7kW Surge)
• Solar Charge Capacity (Maximum): 11-60V, 15A, 500W max
• Weight: 27 lbs (12 kg)
• Dimensions: 15.7 x 8.3 x 11.1 in (40 x 21.1 x 28.1 cm)
• Operating Noise Level: ~50 decibels
• Charging Options: Solar/AC/Car Charger
• Battery Chemistry: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP/LiFePO4)
• Cycle Life: 3000 Cycles to +/-80% Capacity
• Depth of Discharge: 100%
• Warranty: Five years (no cycle life restrictions)
• App Monitoring and Control?: Yes
• Federal Solar Tax Credit Eligibility?: No

Pros

• Expandable storage capacity up to 3kWh
• Entry-level home backup power 
• Power over 90% of home appliances

Cons

• Expanded storage capacity requires additional batteries

Best for Extended TV Watching: EcoFlow DELTA Max

Looking to watch a double feature during load-shedding? 

The EcoFlow DELTA Max might be your ideal choice. 

You can even plug in your microwave and pop some popcorn for the show!

This EcoFlow portable power station features a 2-6kWh expandable capacity and can power heavy-duty appliances with 2kW of continuous output (5kW surge).

Need to get charged up quickly? 

No problem. 

You can charge EcoFlow DELTA Max from 0-80% in just 65 minutes. 

Add up to 2 x 400W rigid or portable solar panels, and you can recharge using the power of the sun in as little as 2.5 hours. 

DELTA Max is an affordable option to keep your television operating and your personal electronic devices charged during every stage of load-shedding.

Specifications 

• Storage Capacity (Minimum): 1612 Wh
• Storage Capacity (Maximum): 2.8 kWh
• AC Output: 2kW total (5kW Surge)
• Solar Charge Capacity (Maximum): 11-100V 13A, 800W Max
• Weight: 48 lbs  (22 kg)
• Dimensions: 19.6 × 9.5 × 12 in (49.7 × 24.2 × 30.5 cm)
• Operating Noise Level: ~50 decibels
• Charging Options: Solar/AC/Car/USB-C
• Battery Chemistry: NCM
• Cycle Life: 500 Cycles to 80%+ Capacity
• Depth of Discharge: 100%
• Warranty: 24+12 (Registration for warranty extension)
• App Monitoring and Control? Yes
• Federal Solar Tax Credit Eligibility? No

Pros

• Expandable capacity up to 6kWh 
• Powers heavy-duty appliances
• Fast and convenient dual charging

Cons

• Shorter cycle life than other options

Best for Streaming: EcoFlow DELTA Pro

Want to have the power to get you through a wide range of circumstances? The EcoFlow DELTA Pro has got you covered in a variety of circumstances. Depending on your setup, it’s suitable for everything from your television to emergency backup power to whole home backup. 

The EcoFlow DELTA Pro is truly a powerful power solution and offers an expandable capacity all the way up to an astounding 25kWh. You can power just about anything with its impressive AC output, and you can even be eco-friendly thanks to its compatibility with solar charging. 

You can control and monitor it using the EcoFlow app. If you want to stream off-grid, the EcoFlow DELTA Pro is your best bet. 

Specifications

• Storage Capacity (Minimum): 3.6kWh
• Storage Capacity (Maximum): 25kWh
• AC Output Minimum: 3.6kW continuous output (7.2kW Surge)
• AC Output Maximum: Expandable to 7.2kW continuous output (14.4 kW surge) with 2 x EcoFlow DELTA Pro + Double Voltage Hub
• Solar Charge Capacity (Maximum): 3.2kW with 2 x DELTA Pro (16 x 400W EcoFlow Rigid Solar Panels)
• Weight: 99 lbs (45kg)
• Dimensions: 25 x 11.2” x 16.4” inches (63.5 x 28.4x 42cm)
• Operating Noise Level: ~50 decibels
• Charging Options: Solar/AC/Car Charger/Smart Home Panel/EV Charge Station
• Battery Chemistry: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP/LiFePO4)
• Cycle Life: 3000 Cycles to +/-80% Capacity
• Depth of Discharge: 100%
• Warranty: Five years (no cycle life restrictions)
• App Monitoring and Control?: Yes

Pros

• Massive expandability 
• AC output expandable to 7.2kW (14.4kW surge)
• Suitable for whole-home backup 
• Integrates with household circuitry for seamless switchover during an outage

Cons

• Priciest EcoFlow option

Television Electricity Consumption by Size and Wattage* 

TV Size	Type	Wattage	RIVER 2	RIVER PRO	DELTA 2	DELTA MAX	DELTA PRO
15” TV	LED	16	18hrs 00 mins	45hrs 00 mins	64hrs 00 mins	126hrs 00 mins	200hrs 00 mins
17″ TV	LED	18	16hrs 00 mins	40hrs 00 mins	56hrs 53 mins	112hrs 00 mins	177hrs 46 mins
19″ TV	LED	20	14hrs 24 mins	36hrs 00 mins	51hrs 12 mins	100hrs 48 mins	160hrs 00 mins
20″ TV	LED	24	12hrs 00 mins	30hrs 00 mins	42hrs 40 mins	84hrs 00 mins	133hrs 20 mins
21″ TV	LED	26	11hrs 04 mins	27hrs 41 mins	39hrs 23 mins	77hrs 32 mins	123hrs 04 mins
22″ TV	LED	30	9hrs 36 mins	24hrs 00 mins	34hrs 08 mins	67hrs 12 mins	106hrs 40 mins
24″ TV	LED	35	8hrs 13 mins	20hrs 34 mins	29hrs 15 mins	57hrs 36 mins	91hrs 25 mins
30″ TV	LED	38	7hrs 34 mins	18hrs 56 mins	26hrs 56 mins	53hrs 03 mins	84hrs 12 mins
32″ TV	LED	42	6hrs 51 mins	17hrs 08 mins	24hrs 22 mins	48hrs 00 mins	76hrs 11 mins
37″ TV	LED	44	6hrs 32 mins	16hrs 21 mins	23hrs 16 mins	45hrs 49 mins	72hrs 43 mins
40″ TV	LED	50	5hrs 45 mins	14hrs 24 mins	20hrs 28 mins	40hrs 19 mins	64hrs 00 mins
42″ TV	LED	58	4hrs 57 mins	12hrs 24 mins	17hrs 39 mins	34hrs 45 mins	55hrs 10 mins
50″ TV	LED	72	4hrs 00 mins	10hrs 00 mins	14hrs 13 mins	28hrs 00 mins	44hrs 26 mins
55″ TV	LED	80	3hrs 36 mins	9hrs 00 mins	12hrs 48 mins	25hrs 12 mins	40hrs 00 mins
60″ TV	LED	88	3hrs 16 mins	8hrs 10 mins	11hrs 38 mins	22hrs 54 mins	36hrs 21 mins
15” TV	OLED	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
17″ TV	OLED	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
19″ TV	OLED	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
20″ TV	OLED	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
21″ TV	OLED	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
22″ TV	OLED	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
24″ TV	OLED	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
30″ TV	OLED	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
32″ TV	OLED	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
37″ TV	OLED	66	4hrs 21 mins	10hrs 54 mins	15hrs 30 mins	30hrs 32 mins	48hrs 29 mins
40″ TV	OLED	72	4hrs 00 mins	10hrs 00 mins	14hrs 13 mins	28hrs 00 mins	44hrs 26 mins
42″ TV	OLED	76	3hrs 47 mins	9hrs 28 mins	13hrs 28 mins	26hrs 31 mins	42hrs 06 mins
50″ TV	OLED	90	3hrs 12 mins	8hrs 00 mins	11hrs 22 mins	22hrs 24 mins	35hrs 33 mins
55″ TV	OLED	100	2hrs 52 mins	7hrs 12 mins	10hrs 14 mins	20hrs 09 mins	32hrs 00 mins
60″ TV	OLED	108	2hrs 40 mins	6hrs 40 mins	9hrs 28 mins	18hrs 40 mins	29hrs 37 mins
15” TV	LCD	18	16hrs 00 mins	40hrs 00 mins	56hrs 53 mins	112hrs 00 mins	177hrs 46 mins
17″ TV	LCD	20	14hrs 24 mins	36hrs 00 mins	51hrs 12 mins	100hrs 48 mins	160hrs 00 mins
19″ TV	LCD	22	13hrs 05 mins	32hrs 43 mins	46hrs 32 mins	91hrs 38 mins	145hrs 27 mins
20″ TV	LCD	26	11hrs 04 mins	27hrs 41 mins	39hrs 23 mins	77hrs 32 mins	123hrs 04 mins
21″ TV	LCD	30	9hrs 36 mins	24hrs 00 mins	34hrs 08 mins	67hrs 12 mins	106hrs 40 mins
22″ TV	LCD	40	7hrs 12 mins	18hrs 00 mins	25hrs 36 mins	50hrs 24 mins	80hrs 00 mins
24″ TV	LCD	50	5hrs 45 mins	14hrs 24 mins	20hrs 28 mins	40hrs 19 mins	64hrs 00 mins
30″ TV	LCD	60	4hrs 48 mins	12hrs 00 mins	17hrs 04 mins	33hrs 36 mins	53hrs 20 mins
32″ TV	LCD	70	4hrs 06 mins	10hrs 17 mins	14hrs 37 mins	28hrs 48 mins	45hrs 42 mins
37″ TV	LCD	80	3hrs 36 mins	9hrs 00 mins	12hrs 48 mins	25hrs 12 mins	40hrs 00 mins
40″ TV	LCD	100	2hrs 52 mins	7hrs 12 mins	10hrs 14 mins	20hrs 09 mins	32hrs 00 mins
42″ TV	LCD	120	2hrs 24 mins	6hrs 00 mins	8hrs 32 mins	16hrs 48 mins	26hrs 40 mins
50″ TV	LCD	150	1hrs 55 mins	4hrs 48 mins	6hrs 49 mins	13hrs 26 mins	21hrs 20 mins
55″ TV	LCD	180	1hrs 36 mins	4hrs 00 mins	5hrs 41 mins	11hrs 12 mins	17hrs 46 mins
60″ TV	LCD	200	1hrs 26 mins	3hrs 36 mins	5hrs 07 mins	10hrs 04 mins	16hrs 00 mins
15” TV	CRT	65	4hrs 25 mins	11hrs 04 mins	15hrs 45 mins	31hrs 00 mins	49hrs 13 mins
17″ TV	CRT	75	3hrs 50 mins	9hrs 36 mins	13hrs 39 mins	26hrs 52 mins	42hrs 40 mins
19″ TV	CRT	80	3hrs 36 mins	9hrs 00 mins	12hrs 48 mins	25hrs 12 mins	40hrs 00 mins
20″ TV	CRT	90	3hrs 12 mins	8hrs 00 mins	11hrs 22 mins	22hrs 24 mins	35hrs 33 mins
21″ TV	CRT	100	2hrs 52 mins	7hrs 12 mins	10hrs 14 mins	20hrs 09 mins	32hrs 00 mins
22″ TV	CRT	110	2hrs 37 mins	6hrs 32 mins	9hrs 18 mins	18hrs 19 mins	29hrs 05 mins
24″ TV	CRT	120	2hrs 24 mins	6hrs 00 mins	8hrs 32 mins	16hrs 48 mins	26hrs 40 mins
30″ TV	CRT	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
32″ TV	CRT	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
37″ TV	CRT	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
40″ TV	CRT	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
42″ TV	CRT	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
50″ TV	CRT	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
55″ TV	CRT	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
60″ TV	CRT	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
15” TV	Plasma	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
17″ TV	Plasma	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
19″ TV	Plasma	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
20″ TV	Plasma	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
21″ TV	Plasma	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
22″ TV	Plasma	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
24″ TV	Plasma	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
30″ TV	Plasma	150	1hrs 55 mins	4hrs 48 mins	6hrs 49 mins	13hrs 26 mins	21hrs 20 mins
32″ TV	Plasma	160	1hrs 48 mins	4hrs 30 mins	6hrs 24 mins	12hrs 36 mins	20hrs 00 mins
37″ TV	Plasma	180	1hrs 36 mins	4hrs 00 mins	5hrs 41 mins	11hrs 12 mins	17hrs 46 mins
40″ TV	Plasma	200	1hrs 26 mins	3hrs 36 mins	5hrs 07 mins	10hrs 04 mins	16hrs 00 mins
42″ TV	Plasma	220	1hrs 18 mins	3hrs 16 mins	4hrs 39 mins	9hrs 09 mins	14hrs 32 mins
50″ TV	Plasma	300	0hrs 57 mins	2hrs 24 mins	3hrs 24 mins	6hrs 43 mins	10hrs 40 mins
55″ TV	Plasma	370	0hrs 46 mins	1hrs 56 mins	2hrs 46 mins	5hrs 26 mins	8hrs 38 mins
60″ TV	Plasma	500	0hrs 34 mins	1hrs 26 mins	2hrs 02 mins	4hrs 01 mins	6hrs 24 mins

*All wattages are averages. Your TV may vary. Estimated watch time is for fully charged power bank running the television only.

What To Consider When Buying a Power Bank for a Television

If you want to power your television during load shedding or unscheduled blackouts, EcoFlow portable power stations are a great way to accomplish this. 

When selecting the ideal option for you, here are the factors to consider: 

Duration of Television Usage During an Outage

How long do you want to watch TV during load shedding or unscheduled blackouts?

Are you looking just to watch for 20 minutes to wind down before you go to sleep. or are you looking for something that can accommodate long binge-watching sessions while you stream the latest season of your favourite television show? 

Ask yourself what you’re expecting from your power bank to guide your decision and ensure you make the right choice.

Use-Case

In what situations are you hoping to use your EcoFlow portable power station? 

Will you use the power bank primarily to watch TV off-grid? Or are you looking for a source of backup power that you can use to pass the time during load shedding or an unscheduled blackout? 

Consider factors like how quickly you need your device to charge up, portability, AC output, and storage capacity.

Powering Additional Appliances

Is the TV the only appliance you seek to power? 

If you’re looking for a way to keep your home operational during a power outage, consider the other devices you’ll want to run, such as lighting, your refrigerator, and more. 

The more devices you power, the more AC output you’ll need. You’ll also consume more electricity, meaning you’ll need higher storage capacity to keep things running.  

Consider other factors, including whether or not you have the appropriate number and type of outlets available on your power bank or portable power station.

Final Thoughts

There are many factors to consider when choosing the right power bank to run your television during load shedding or an unexpected outage.  

Carefully evaluate your use case and consider the factors outlined above to make the right purchase decision.

At EcoFlow, we have a wide range of home backup power solutions to meet your needs. 

To find your ideal fit, browse our selection of EcoFlow portable power stations today!