EcoFlow RIVER mini
EcoFlow

EcoFlow RIVER mini

52.2/100
C+
#140 of 194 overall
#31 in EcoFlow
$349$1.66/Wh
Under $500

Performance Matrix

Battery
210Wh
AC Output
300W
Solar Input
100W
Weight
2.9 kg· 6.3 lbs
Cycles
500
UPS
30

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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Photography & Video

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Camera Battery Charger (30W)6.0 hours
LED Light Panel (100W)1.8 hours
Drone Charger (70W)2.5 hours
Laptop (65W)2.7 hours
27" Monitor (40W)4.5 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.

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 6.0 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 1.8 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 2.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 2.7 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 4.5 hours

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 8.9 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 17.9 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 4.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 2.7 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 8.5 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 8.5 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 17.9 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 4.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 8.9 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 2.7 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 2.7 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 4.5 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 6.0 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 8.9 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 17.9 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 6.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 2.7 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 1.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 8.9 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 8.5 hours

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 0.4 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 35.7 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 8.9 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 17.9 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 35.7 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 8.5 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 17.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 8.9 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 6.0 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 1.2 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 0.9 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 1.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 2.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 8.9 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 1.5 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 1.2 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 8.5 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 8.9 hours

Job Sites runtime estimates

  • Circular Saw (1800W): 0.1 hours
  • Corded Drill (700W): 0.3 hours
  • Air Compressor (1000W): 0.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 2.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 8.9 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 5.0 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 14.9 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 1.8 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 0.6 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 8.9 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 8.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 1.8 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 2.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 8.9 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 6.0 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 8.5 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 6.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 17.9 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 2.7 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 4.5 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 8.5 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 1.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 2.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 6.0 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.2 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 8.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 2.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 6.0 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 1.8 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 1.5 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 8.5 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 5.0 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 6.0 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 1.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 8.9 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.1 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.4 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 4.2 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 1.8 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 8.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 2.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 1.8 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 6.0 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.1 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 8.5 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 6.0 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 1.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 2.7 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 8.9 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 8.5 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 4.2 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 6.0 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 1.5 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.4 hours

Pros

  • Strong Noise Level: 32
  • Strong Ac Wave Quality: Pure Sine Wave
  • Strong Ac Charge Speed: 90
  • Strong Fast Charging: Yes
  • Strong App Control: Yes

Cons

  • Low Battery Lifespan Cycles: 500
  • Low Ac Power Surge: 600
  • Low Max Solar Input: 100
  • Low Expandable Capacity: No
  • Low Ups Functionality: EPS

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Technical Score Breakdown

Physical93.3
Connectivity75
Warranty51
Advanced Features21.5
Charging85
Price71.3
AC Power46.7
Battery17.5

Capacity Position

EcoFlow RIVER mini
90 Wh210 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Product Info
Model Name
RIVER mini
Product Url
https://us.ecoflow.com/products/river-mini-portable-power-station
Brand
EcoFlow
Physical
Dimensions
24.9 x 14.0 x 13.2 cm
Operating Temp
Charge: 0-45°C; Discharge: -20 to 45°C
Noise Level
32
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
73.7
Portable
Yes
Weight
2.85
DC Power
Dc Output
Car: 12.6V/10A
Charging
Solar Panel Compatibility
Up to 100W solar panel (11-39V, 8A max)
Max Solar Panels
1
Charger Type
AC charging; solar (DC input); car adapter
Solar Connector Type
XT60
Max Solar Input
100
Ac Charge Speed
90
Fast Charging
Yes
Pass Through Charging
Yes
Smart Charging
Yes
Price
Price Description
Legacy/discontinued product. Sold out on brand site. Standard version $349; Wireless version $399. Price shown is last listed retail price for standard.
Base Price
349.00
Cost Per Wh
1.66
AC Power
Ac Output Amps
2.5A max
Ac Power Continuous
300
Ac Power Surge
600
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
Battery
Max Extra Batteries
0
Battery Capacity Wh
210
Battery Lifespan Cycles
500
Expandable Capacity
No
Connectivity
Wireless Charging
No
App Control
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Wifi Connectivity
Yes
Advanced Features
Ups Functionality
EPS
Ups Switch Time
30
Parallel Expansion
No
Warranty
Warranty
2

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Overall score52.272.062.662.2
Capacity210 Wh286 Wh288 Wh288 Wh
AC output300 W600 W300 W600 W
Weight2.9 kg · 6.3 lbs4.7 kg · 10.4 lbs4.1 kg · 9.1 lbs4.3 kg · 9.5 lbs
Battery cycles5003,0003,0003,000
UPS switch time30 ms10 ms10 ms10 ms
Max solar input100 W220 W100 W200 W
Price$349$239$230$219
Cost per Wh$1.66/Wh$0.84/Wh$0.80/Wh$0.76/Wh

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