EcoFlow RIVER
EcoFlow

EcoFlow RIVER

59.1/100
B-
#119 of 194 overall
#27 in EcoFlow
$349$1.21/Wh
Under $500

Performance Matrix

Battery
288Wh
AC Output
600W
Solar Input
200W
Weight
5 kg· 11 lbs
Cycles
500
UPS
30

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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Photography & Video

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Camera Battery Charger (30W)8.2 hours
LED Light Panel (100W)2.4 hours
Drone Charger (70W)3.5 hours
Laptop (65W)3.8 hours
27" Monitor (40W)6.1 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): 8.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.4 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 3.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.8 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 6.1 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 49.0 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 11.7 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 24.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 8.2 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 11.7 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 24.5 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 6.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.8 hours

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 0.5 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 49.0 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.2 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 24.5 hours

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.2 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 24.5 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 6.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.8 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 11.7 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 3.8 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 6.1 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 8.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.2 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 24.5 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 8.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.8 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.0 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.2 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 11.7 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 11.7 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 8.2 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 1.6 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 1.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.2 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 2.0 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 1.6 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 11.7 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.2 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 11.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 8.2 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 24.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.8 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 6.1 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 11.7 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.8 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 8.2 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.3 hours

Job Sites runtime estimates

  • Circular Saw (1800W): 0.1 hours
  • Corded Drill (700W): 0.3 hours
  • Air Compressor (1000W): 0.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.2 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 6.8 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 20.4 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 2.4 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 0.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.2 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 11.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.8 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 8.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.4 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.0 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 11.7 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 6.8 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 8.2 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.2 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.1 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.5 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 5.8 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.3 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.4 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 11.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.8 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.4 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 8.2 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.1 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 11.7 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 5.8 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 8.2 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.0 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.5 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 11.7 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 8.2 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.2 hours

Pros

  • Strong Noise Level: 30
  • Strong Ac Charge Speed: 96
  • Strong Fast Charging: Yes
  • Strong Expandable Capacity: Yes
  • Strong App Control: Yes

Cons

  • Low Battery Lifespan Cycles: 500
  • Low Max Solar Input: 200
  • Low Ups Functionality: EPS
  • Low Ups Switch Time: 30
  • Low Warranty: 2

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Technical Score Breakdown

Physical89.5
Price78.2
AC Power61
Battery47.5
Charging85
Connectivity75
Warranty51
Advanced Features21.5

Capacity Position

EcoFlow RIVER
90 Wh288 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Product Info
Model Name
RIVER
Product Url
https://us.ecoflow.com/products/river-portable-power-station
Brand
EcoFlow
Physical
Operating Temp
Charge: 0-45°C; Discharge: -20 to 45°C
Dimensions
28.8 x 18.5 x 19.4 cm
Noise Level
30
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
57.6
Portable
Yes
Weight
5
DC Power
Dc Output
Car: 13.6V/10A (136W); DC5521 x2: 13.6V/3A each
Charging
Solar Panel Compatibility
Up to 2x 110W solar panels (10-25V, 12A max)
Charger Type
X-Stream AC charging (250W max); also car adapter and solar
Solar Connector Type
MC4 to XT60 adapter cable
Max Solar Panels
2
Max Solar Input
200
Ac Charge Speed
96
Fast Charging
Yes
Pass Through Charging
Yes
Smart Charging
Yes
Battery
Extra Battery Capacity
288
Max Extra Batteries
1
Battery Capacity Wh
288
Battery Lifespan Cycles
500
Expandable Capacity
Yes
Price
Price Description
Legacy/discontinued product. Sold out on brand site. Price shown is the last listed retail price.
Base Price
349.00
Cost Per Wh
1.21
AC Power
Ac Output Amps
5A max
Ac Power Continuous
600
Ac Power Surge
1200
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
Advanced Features
Ups Functionality
EPS
Ups Switch Time
30
Parallel Expansion
No
Connectivity
App Control
Yes
Wireless Charging
No
Bluetooth
Yes
Wifi Connectivity
Yes
Warranty
Warranty
2

Competitor Comparison

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59.1 / B-
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Bluetti Elite 30 V2
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62.2 / B
Overall score59.172.062.662.2
Capacity288 Wh286 Wh288 Wh288 Wh
AC output600 W600 W300 W600 W
Weight5 kg · 11 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 input200 W220 W100 W200 W
Price$349$239$230$219
Cost per Wh$1.21/Wh$0.84/Wh$0.80/Wh$0.76/Wh

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