EcoFlow River 2 Max 500vsRenogy Phoenix 500
Head-to-head comparison of scores, specs, and features.
Winner
EcoFlow River 2 Max 500
61.3Grade B
Price
$299.00
AC Power
500W
Renogy Phoenix 500
61.2Grade B
Price
$279.99
AC Power
800W
EcoFlow River 2 Max 500wins by0.13points overall.
The Verdict
Overall take
Buy EcoFlow River 2 Max 500 if
- Better Bluetooth: Yes vs No
- Better Wifi Connectivity: Yes vs No
- Better Warranty: 5 vs 1
Buy Renogy Phoenix 500 if
- Better Expandable Capacity: Yes vs No
- Better Parallel Expansion: Yes vs No
- Better Ups Functionality: Yes vs EPS
Top 3 Key Differences
Bluetooth
Yesvs No
Score: 100 vs 0
Expandable Capacity
Novs Yes
Score: 0 vs 100
Parallel Expansion
Novs Yes
Score: 0 vs 100
Performance by Category
ChargingTie
EcoFlow River 2 Max 500
85.6
Renogy Phoenix 500
85.0
AC PowerRenogy Phoenix 500 wins
EcoFlow River 2 Max 500
58.1
Renogy Phoenix 500
66.7
ConnectivityEcoFlow River 2 Max 500 wins
EcoFlow River 2 Max 500
75.0
Renogy Phoenix 500
25.0
PriceTie
EcoFlow River 2 Max 500
93.8
Renogy Phoenix 500
95.6
BatteryRenogy Phoenix 500 wins
EcoFlow River 2 Max 500
29.4
Renogy Phoenix 500
50.0
PhysicalTie
EcoFlow River 2 Max 500
89.6
Renogy Phoenix 500
88.5
Advanced FeaturesRenogy Phoenix 500 wins
EcoFlow River 2 Max 500
21.5
Renogy Phoenix 500
92.2
WarrantyEcoFlow River 2 Max 500 wins
EcoFlow River 2 Max 500
100.0
Renogy Phoenix 500
25.0
Full Technical Specifications
| Feature | EcoFlow River 2 Max 500 | Renogy Phoenix 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Ac Charge Speed | 60 | 60 |
| Charger Type | X-Stream (AC), MPPT (Solar) | AC wall adapter (iTurbo) |
| Fast Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Max Solar Input | 220 | 200 |
| Max Solar Panels | 2 | — |
| Pass Through Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Solar Connector Type | XT60i | XT60 |
| Solar Panel Compatibility | Compatible with EcoFlow portable solar panels, 11-50V 13A max | Compatible with PV input |
| AC Power | ||
| Ac Output Amps | — | — |
| Ac Power Continuous | 500 | 800 |
| Ac Power Surge | 1000 | 1600 |
| Ac Wave Quality | Pure Sine Wave | Pure Sine Wave |
| Connectivity | ||
| App Control | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| Wifi Connectivity | Yes | No |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
| Price | ||
| Base Price | 299.00 | 279.99 |
| Bundle Price | $449.00 | — |
| Cost Per Wh | 0.60 | 0.57 |
| Price Description | Current price $299 on EcoFlow US store | Clearance price (was $499.99) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Capacity Wh | 499 | 495 |
| Battery Lifespan Cycles | 3000 | 600 |
| Expandable Capacity | No | Yes |
| Extra Battery Capacity | No | 495 |
| Max Extra Batteries | 0 | 1 |
| Product Info | ||
| Brand | EcoFlow | Renogy |
| Model Name | RIVER 2 Max 500 | Phoenix 500 |
| Product Url | https://us.ecoflow.com/products/river-2-max-500-portable-power-station | https://www.renogy.com/products/renogy-500-portable-power-station |
| DC Power | ||
| Dc Output | 12.6V/10A car outlet (126W), 2x DC5521 12.6V/3A (37W each) | USB-A x2 (12W each), USB-A FC x1 (18W), USB-C x1 (100W), CIG x1 (136W) |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 27 x 26 x 19.6 cm | 32.4 x 20.8 x 24.0 cm |
| Energy Density Wh Per Kg | 81.8 | 65.1 |
| Noise Level | 45 | — |
| Operating Temp | -10°C to 45°C (discharge); 0°C to 45°C (charge) | 32°F~104°F charge / -4°F~104°F discharge |
| Portable | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 6.1 kg · 13.4 lbs | 7.6 kg · 16.8 lbs |
| Advanced Features | ||
| Parallel Expansion | No | Yes |
| Ups Functionality | EPS | Yes |
| Ups Switch Time | 30 | 20 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 1 |