EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max
EcoFlow

EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max

64.9/100
B
#88 of 194 overall
#19 in EcoFlow
$299$0.58/Wh
Under $300
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$249
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EcoFlow Store
$269
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EUR
€416

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Performance Matrix

Battery
512Wh
AC Output
500W
Solar Input
220W
Weight
6.1 kg· 13.4 lbs
Cycles
3000
UPS
30

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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Ice Fishing

Great· 96See all picks for Ice Fishing
Electric Ice Auger (500W)0.9 hours
Fish Finder (5W)87.0 hours
Space Heater (750W)· 60% duty1.0 hours
Phone Charger (20W)21.8 hours
LED Lantern (10W)43.5 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.

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 0.9 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 87.0 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 1.0 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 43.5 hours

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 43.5 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.9 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 14.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 6.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 10.9 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 43.5 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 87.0 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 43.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.5 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 12.1 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 36.3 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 1.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.6 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.5 hours

Job Sites runtime estimates

  • Circular Saw (1800W): 0.2 hours
  • Corded Drill (700W): 0.6 hours
  • Air Compressor (1000W): 1.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.9 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 2.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 3.6 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.9 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.5 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 43.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.9 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 12.1 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 10.9 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 43.5 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.5 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.8 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.5 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.5 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.6 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.5 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.9 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 10.4 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.4 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.7 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 10.4 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.5 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.6 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 1.0 hours

Pros

  • Strong Portable: Yes
  • Strong Ac Charge Speed: 60
  • Strong Fast Charging: Yes
  • Strong Ups Functionality: Yes
  • Strong App Control: Yes

Cons

  • Low Noise Level: 62
  • Low Battery Lifespan Cycles: 3000
  • Low Ac Power Surge: 1000
  • Low Ups Switch Time: 30
  • Low Expandable Capacity: No

Not Recommended

Off-Grid LivingFood TrucksWhole Home Backup

Technical Score Breakdown

Warranty100
Charging85.6
Connectivity75
Advanced Features54.8
Price95
Physical81.5
AC Power58.1
Battery32.7

Capacity Position

EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max
90 Wh512 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Product Info
Model Name
RIVER 2 Max
Product Url
https://us.ecoflow.com/products/river-2-max-portable-power-station
Brand
EcoFlow
DC Power
Dc Output
12.6V, 10A/3A/3A, 126W Max
Price
Bundle Price
$528
Price Description
On sale at $299 (regular $469). Currently shown as sold out on EcoFlow US site.
Base Price
299.00
Cost Per Wh
0.58
Physical
Dimensions
26.92 x 25.91 x 19.56 cm
Operating Temp
14°F to 113°F
Noise Level
62
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
84.3
Portable
Yes
Weight
6.07
Charging
Solar Panel Compatibility
EcoFlow 110W Portable Solar Panel, EcoFlow 160W Portable Solar Panel
Charger Type
X-Stream
Max Solar Panels
2
Solar Connector Type
XT60i
Max Solar Input
220
Ac Charge Speed
60
Fast Charging
Yes
Pass Through Charging
Yes
Smart Charging
Yes
AC Power
Ac Output Amps
4.17
Ac Power Continuous
500
Ac Power Surge
1000
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
Battery
Max Extra Batteries
0
Battery Capacity Wh
512
Battery Lifespan Cycles
3000
Expandable Capacity
No
Advanced Features
Ups Functionality
Yes
Ups Switch Time
30
Parallel Expansion
No
Connectivity
App Control
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Wifi Connectivity
Yes
Wireless Charging
No
Warranty
Warranty
5

Competitor Comparison

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Overall score64.966.365.965.6
Capacity512 Wh640 Wh828 Wh768 Wh
AC output500 W500 W1,000 W1,200 W
Weight6.1 kg · 13.4 lbs6.4 kg · 14.1 lbs14.5 kg · 32 lbs10.9 kg · 24 lbs
Battery cycles3,0006,0003,0003,000
UPS switch time30 ms10 ms20 ms20 ms
Max solar input220 W200 W300 W300 W
Price$299$380$370$349
Cost per Wh$0.58/Wh$0.59/Wh$0.45/Wh$0.45/Wh

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