EcoFlow RIVER PlusvsGoal Zero Yeti 500
Head-to-head comparison of scores, specs, and features.
EcoFlow RIVER Plus
59.6Grade B-
Price
$449.00
AC Power
600W
Goal Zero Yeti 500
62.0Grade B
Price
$499.95
AC Power
500W
Goal Zero Yeti 500wins by2.45points overall.
The Verdict
Overall take
Buy EcoFlow RIVER Plus if
- Better Expandable Capacity: Yes vs No
- Better Noise Level: 29 vs 45
- Better Max Extra Batteries: 1 vs 0
Buy Goal Zero Yeti 500 if
- Better Ups Functionality: Yes vs EPS
- Better Battery Lifespan Cycles: 4000 vs 800
- Better Warranty: 5 vs 2
Top 3 Key Differences
Expandable Capacity
Yesvs No
Score: 100 vs 0
Ups Functionality
EPSvs Yes
Score: 0 vs 100
Battery Lifespan Cycles
800vs 4000
Score: 30 vs 100
Performance by Category
ChargingTie
EcoFlow RIVER Plus
85.0
Goal Zero Yeti 500
85.0
AC PowerTie
EcoFlow RIVER Plus
61.0
Goal Zero Yeti 500
58.1
ConnectivityTie
EcoFlow RIVER Plus
75.0
Goal Zero Yeti 500
75.0
PriceGoal Zero Yeti 500 wins
EcoFlow RIVER Plus
77.4
Goal Zero Yeti 500
82.4
BatteryEcoFlow RIVER Plus wins
EcoFlow RIVER Plus
47.5
Goal Zero Yeti 500
35.0
PhysicalEcoFlow RIVER Plus wins
EcoFlow RIVER Plus
91.8
Goal Zero Yeti 500
87.0
Advanced FeaturesGoal Zero Yeti 500 wins
EcoFlow RIVER Plus
21.5
Goal Zero Yeti 500
50.0
WarrantyGoal Zero Yeti 500 wins
EcoFlow RIVER Plus
51.0
Goal Zero Yeti 500
100.0
Full Technical Specifications
| Feature | EcoFlow RIVER Plus | Goal Zero Yeti 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Ac Charge Speed | 96 | 84 |
| Charger Type | X-Stream AC charging (330W max); also 12V car adapter and solar | AC (fast and slow), Solar, Car (12V) |
| Fast Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Max Solar Input | 200 | 200 |
| Max Solar Panels | 1 | — |
| Pass Through Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Solar Connector Type | MC4 to XT60 adapter cable | 8mm |
| Solar Panel Compatibility | Up to 160W solar panel (10-25V, 12A max) | Nomad 50, Nomad 100, Nomad 200, Boulder 50, Boulder 100, Boulder 200 |
| AC Power | ||
| Ac Output Amps | 5A max | 4.17 A |
| Ac Power Continuous | 600 | 500 |
| Ac Power Surge | 1200 | 1000 |
| Ac Wave Quality | Pure Sine Wave | Pure Sine Wave |
| Connectivity | ||
| App Control | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Wifi Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
| Price | ||
| Base Price | 449.00 | 499.95 |
| Bundle Price | — | 674.95 |
| Cost Per Wh | 1.25 | 1.00 |
| Price Description | Legacy/discontinued product. Sold out on brand site. 360Wh capacity. NOT 288Wh - task had wrong capacity. Price shown is last listed retail price. | From $499.95 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Capacity Wh | 360 | 499.2 |
| Battery Lifespan Cycles | 800 | 4000 |
| Expandable Capacity | Yes | No |
| Extra Battery Capacity | 360 | — |
| Max Extra Batteries | 1 | 0 |
| Product Info | ||
| Brand | EcoFlow | Goal Zero |
| Model Name | RIVER Plus | Yeti 500 |
| Product Url | https://us.ecoflow.com/products/river-plus-portable-power-station | https://goalzero.com/products/yeti-500-portable-power-station-lfp-battery |
| DC Power | ||
| Dc Output | Car: 13.6V/10A (136W); no DC5521 listed on Plus spec table | USB-A (x2): 18W total; USB-C PD: 100W, 5-20V DC; USB-C QC (x2): 30W each; 12V Aux Port: 162W, 13.5V DC, 12A continuous; 12V 6mm Port: 135W, 13.5V DC, 10A continuous |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 28.9 x 18.0 x 19.6 cm | 28.8 x 19.9 x 19.8 cm |
| Energy Density Wh Per Kg | 66.7 | 68.4 |
| Noise Level | 29 | 45 |
| Operating Temp | — | Charge: 0-52°C (32-125.6°F); Discharge: -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F) |
| Portable | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 5.4 kg · 11.9 lbs | 7.3 kg · 16.1 lbs |
| Advanced Features | ||
| Parallel Expansion | No | No |
| Ups Functionality | EPS | Yes |
| Ups Switch Time | 30 | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 | 5 |