EcoFlow RIVER 3
EcoFlow

EcoFlow RIVER 3

61.8/100
B
#102 of 194 overall
#20 in EcoFlow
$239$0.98/Wh
Under $300
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$180
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$189

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Performance Matrix

Battery
245Wh
AC Output
300W
Solar Input
110W
Weight
3.5 kg· 7.7 lbs
Cycles
3000
UPS
20

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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CPAP & Medical

Great· 79See all picks for CPAP & Medical
CPAP Machine (40W)· 90% duty5.8 hours
Humidifier (30W)· 40% duty17.4 hours
Nebulizer (100W)2.1 hours
Oxygen Concentrator (350W)· 90% duty0.7 hours
Phone Charger (20W)10.4 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.

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 5.8 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 17.4 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 2.1 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 0.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.4 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

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.4 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 20.8 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 5.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.9 hours

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 0.4 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 41.6 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.4 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 20.8 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): 10.4 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 20.8 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.9 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 20.8 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 5.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 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): 10.4 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.9 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 41.6 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.9 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 20.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.4 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 6.9 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): 10.4 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.9 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.4 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): 10.4 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 1.7 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 1.4 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.9 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.4 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.9 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 6.9 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 20.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 5.2 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.9 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 6.9 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 1.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.4 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.9 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

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.9 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 5.8 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 6.9 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 10.4 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.9 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

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.1 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.4 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 5.0 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.3 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.1 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.9 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

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 9.9 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 5.0 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 6.9 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 1.7 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.5 hours

Pros

  • Strong Noise Level: 30
  • Strong Weight: 3.5
  • Strong Portable: Yes
  • Strong Ac Wave Quality: Pure Sine Wave
  • Strong Ac Charge Speed: 60

Cons

  • Low Battery Lifespan Cycles: 3000
  • Low Expandable Capacity: No
  • Low Ac Power Surge: 600
  • Low Max Solar Input: 110
  • Low Ups Switch Time: 20

Not Recommended

Food TrucksOff-Grid LivingWhole Home Backup

Technical Score Breakdown

Physical92.6
Price82.8
Advanced Features58.9
AC Power46.7
Charging85
Connectivity75
Warranty51
Battery29.4

Capacity Position

EcoFlow RIVER 3
90 Wh245 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Product Info
Model Name
RIVER 3
Product Url
https://us.ecoflow.com/products/river-3-portable-power-station
Brand
EcoFlow
DC Power
Dc Output
USB-A: 2x12W; USB-C: 1x100W; Car 12.6V/10A 126W
Charging
Solar Connector Type
XT60i
Charger Type
AC Wall Charger
Max Solar Panels
1
Solar Panel Compatibility
EcoFlow 45W Portable Solar Panel, EcoFlow 60W Portable Solar Panel, EcoFlow 110W Portable Solar Panel
Max Solar Input
110
Ac Charge Speed
60
Pass Through Charging
Yes
Smart Charging
Yes
Fast Charging
Yes
Physical
Dimensions
25.5 x 21.2 x 11.3 cm
Operating Temp
14°F to 113°F
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
70.0
Noise Level
30
Weight
3.5
Portable
Yes
Battery
Max Extra Batteries
0
Battery Capacity Wh
245
Battery Lifespan Cycles
3000
Expandable Capacity
No
Price
Bundle Price
267.00
Price Description
Sale: $199 (was $239)
Base Price
239.00
Cost Per Wh
0.98
AC Power
Ac Power Continuous
300
Ac Power Surge
600
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
Advanced Features
Ups Functionality
Yes
Ups Switch Time
20
Parallel Expansion
No
Connectivity
Wireless Charging
No
App Control
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Wifi Connectivity
Yes
Warranty
Warranty
2

Competitor Comparison

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

Spec
EcoFlow RIVER 3
This model
EcoFlow RIVER 3
61.8 / B
EcoFlow River 3 Plus
EcoFlow
EcoFlow River 3 Plus
72.0 / A-
ALLPOWERS R600
ALLPOWERS
ALLPOWERS R600
66.3 / B
Anker SOLIX C300
Overall score61.872.066.362.6
Capacity245 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 time20 ms10 ms10 ms10 ms
Max solar input110 W220 W220 W100 W
Price$239$239$200$230
Cost per Wh$0.98/Wh$0.84/Wh$0.67/Wh$0.80/Wh

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