EcoFlow River 2 (240)
EcoFlow

EcoFlow River 2 (240)

55.6/100
B-
#129 of 194 overall
#29 in EcoFlow
$219$0.9/Wh
Under $300
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Performance Matrix

Battery
243Wh
AC Output
300W
Solar Input
110W
Weight
3.5 kg· 7.7 lbs
Cycles
3000
UPS
30

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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Budget Camping

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Phone Charger (20W)10.3 hours
LED Lantern (10W)20.7 hours
Portable Fan (40W)5.2 hours
Laptop (65W)3.2 hours
Mini Fridge (60W)· 35% duty9.8 hours

Runtimes are estimates. Fridges, AC units, humidifiers and similar devices are modeled with realistic duty cycles so numbers reflect average draw, not peak wattage.

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.3 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 20.7 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 5.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.8 hours

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 6.9 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.1 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 3.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 5.2 hours

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 0.4 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 41.3 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.3 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 20.7 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 41.3 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.8 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 20.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.3 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 6.9 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.8 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 20.7 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 5.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.3 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.8 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.3 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 6.9 hours

Job Sites runtime estimates

  • Circular Saw (1800W): 0.1 hours
  • Corded Drill (700W): 0.3 hours
  • Air Compressor (1000W): 0.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.3 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 1.7 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 1.4 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.8 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.3 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.8 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 6.9 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 20.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 5.2 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.8 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 5.7 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 6.9 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.3 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 5.2 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 6.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.3 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 20.7 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 1.4 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 1.0 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.3 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 5.7 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 17.2 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 2.1 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 0.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.3 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 6.9 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 1.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.3 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.8 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.8 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 1.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 6.9 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.3 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 6.9 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.1 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 1.7 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.1 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 6.9 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.1 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.1 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.4 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 4.9 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.3 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.1 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.8 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 6.9 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 1.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.3 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.8 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 4.9 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 6.9 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 1.7 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.5 hours

Pros

  • Strong Portable: Yes
  • Strong Ac Charge Speed: 60
  • Strong Pass Through Charging: Yes
  • Strong Smart Charging: Yes
  • Strong Fast Charging: Yes

Cons

  • Low Battery Lifespan Cycles: 3000
  • Low Ac Power Surge: 600
  • Low Max Solar Input: 110
  • Low Expandable Capacity: No
  • Low Ups Switch Time: 30

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Technical Score Breakdown

Warranty100
Charging85
Connectivity75
Battery32.5
Physical90
Price84.4
AC Power46.7
Advanced Features21.5

Capacity Position

EcoFlow River 2 (240)
90 Wh243 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Product Info
Model Name
River 2 (240)
Product Url
https://us.ecoflow.com/products/river-2-240-portable-power-station
Brand
EcoFlow
DC Power
Dc Output
12.6V, 8A, 100W Max
Physical
Dimensions
24.38 x 21.59 x 14.48 cm
Operating Temp
14°F to 113°F
Noise Level
—
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
69.6
Portable
Yes
Weight
3.49
AC Power
Ac Output Amps
2.5
Ac Power Continuous
300
Ac Power Surge
600
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
Charging
Charger Type
AC Wall Adapter
Max Solar Panels
1
Solar Connector Type
XT60
Solar Panel Compatibility
EcoFlow 110W Portable Solar Panel
Max Solar Input
110
Ac Charge Speed
60
Pass Through Charging
Yes
Smart Charging
Yes
Fast Charging
Yes
Price
Price Description
Walmart exclusive portable power station
Cost Per Wh
0.90
Base Price
219.00
Battery
Battery Lifespan Cycles
3000
Expandable Capacity
No
Battery Capacity Wh
243
Connectivity
App Control
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Wifi Connectivity
Yes
Wireless Charging
No
Advanced Features
Ups Switch Time
30
Ups Functionality
No
Parallel Expansion
No
Warranty
Warranty
5

Competitor Comparison

Side‑by‑side specs vs 3 similar models in the same capacity and price range.

Spec
EcoFlow River 2 (240)
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EcoFlow River 2 (240)
55.6 / B-
EcoFlow River 3 Plus
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EcoFlow River 3 Plus
72.0 / A-
ALLPOWERS R600
ALLPOWERS
ALLPOWERS R600
66.3 / B
Anker SOLIX C300
Overall score55.672.066.362.6
Capacity243 Wh286 Wh299 Wh288 Wh
AC output300 W600 W600 W300 W
Weight3.5 kg · 7.7 lbs4.7 kg · 10.4 lbs5.6 kg · 12.3 lbs4.1 kg · 9.1 lbs
Battery cycles3,0003,0003,5003,000
UPS switch time30 ms10 ms10 ms10 ms
Max solar input110 W220 W220 W100 W
Price$219$239$200$230
Cost per Wh$0.90/Wh$0.84/Wh$0.67/Wh$0.80/Wh

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