Here’s an in-depth look at what each RIVER 2 model has to offer, depending on your specific use case. If you need a compact option that can power 80% of home appliances but still weighs under 20 pounds, at 17.2 lbs (8 kg), RIVER 2 Pro offers 768 Wh battery storage — perfect for off-grid weekends away with the family. AC Output And, on a related note, it’s also a little irritating that, if you forget to turn off the power station using the master power button, the battery steadily drains over time. There doesn’t appear to be any way of setting a time out, so you’ll just have to remember to turn it off every time you finish using it.

The RIVER 2 series portable power stations have an advanced MPPT solar charge controller that automatically monitors voltage and current in real-time to increase solar electricity generation, even in cold and cloudy conditions. Battery Chemistry However, if you’re powering something like a lightbulb at 60 running watts, you could get over 4 hours of power. EcoFlow RIVER 2 series portable power stations offer the best compact power solution for off-grid adventures.If the ambient temperature increases beyond this range during storage, the battery discharge rate will also increase. Is RIVER 2 a True Sine Wave Output Device?

But make no mistake, at just 17.2 lbs (7.8 kg), it’s still super portable. It features a comfortable grip that makes it easy to carry and a compact design that makes it a perfect grab-and-go power source for higher-wattage appliances. Capacity: 768Wh The RIVER 2’s maximum solar input is 110W. While using a solar panel with higher-rated power might not damage the PPS, you won’t generate any additional electricity — you’ll end up wasting any solar energy captured that exceeds the 110W solar input cutoff point.

Even higher-capacity portable power banks only store about 20,000 mAh of electricity. That’s roughly 74Wh. At 256wH, RIVER 2 offers almost 250% more electricity storage capacity. AC Output: 300W (600W Surge Power w/X-Boost) RIVER 2 Max also goes from 0-100% charge in just 60 minutes. Our unique X-Stream technology offers the fastest portable power station charging on the market. Solar Charging: 220W Solar Input Additionally, you can expand a PPS like the DELTA Pro to provide up to 25kWh of electricity storage — enough to run many households for a full day.

In ideal storage conditions, a RIVER 2 will only lose 2% of its power each month after it’s fully powered and unplugged. Remember that even if you attach a 160W solar panel, the maximum electricity it can generate when connected to RIVER 2 remains 110W. It’s crucial to understand that solar panels (from any manufacturer) rarely reach their total rated power output due to environmental conditions like temperature and other factors. Sure, you can now get portable projectors with built-in batteries that last up to two hours — like the Halo+— but if you’re looking to use a full-fledged projector while outdoors, you’ll need a beefy power station. About double the weight (and the power!) of RIVER 2, the Max weighs in at 13.2 lbs (6 kg) and features a similar comfortable grip, design, and frame. The additional weight won’t matter much if you’re car camping, but it may not be as suitable for extended hikes on foot. Capacity: 512Wh Keep in mind, a portable power station or generator’s AC Output indicates the maximum amount of electricity it can provide instantaneously. As you connect more appliances simultaneously, you will use more of the PPS’s AC output until it can no longer power additional devices. Fast Charging: 0-100% in 70 MinutesHit the outdoors for an off-grid camping trip and keep everything charged and running with RIVER 2 Max. Portability: Best for Weekends Off-Grid No. You can certainly operate it outdoors but don’t leave the RIVER 2 PPS outside in the rain or extreme temperatures for extended periods. The best portable power station is one that’s lightweight and compact enough to meet your off-grid electricity needs. Let’s face it – lugging around a massive battery is no one’s idea of fun.

RIVER 2’s maximum solar input is 110W. You can use any solar panel with a rated power of 110W (or slightly above) to charge the RIVER 2 — instantly turning it into a solar generator! If you’re camping without access to shore power or hookups — or simply want a cleaner way to generate electricity, RIVER 2 Max connects with up to two 110W solar panels or a 220W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel to give you renewable, green power. You must store it at temperatures between 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF) and completely turn it off after it reaches full charge. But a maximum operating AC output of 300W severely limits the kind of appliances you can run with RIVER 2. Essentially, anything with an operating wattage above 300W — or a starting wattage requirement of 600W+ — simply won’t work.

Specs

Like EcoFlow’s DELTA series, the RIVER 2 series comes in various shapes and sizes, with different features tailored toward different users and scenarios. AC outlets deliver up to 800W, ideal for powering more demanding devices. RIVER 2 Pro can run up to 80% of high-wattage home appliances. For example, if you want to power a 50W laptop and a 200W 20” (50.8 cm) box fan, you’d get a total wattage of 250W. Divide the 256Wh capacity by 250W of power needed, and you could run these appliances for roughly one hour. Or, you can go solar. Depending on environmental conditions, such as available sunlight, RIVER 2 Pro can recharge 0-100% in 4.5-9 hours using a 22oW Bifacial Portable Solar Panel. X-Boost enables RIVER 2 to power up to 99% of consumer electronics (smartphones/tablets/ laptops etc).