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EcoFlow RIVER 2 vs EcoFlow RIVER 3

Compare capacity, output, charging and portability.

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EcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power Station

EcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power Station

  • 256 Wh base battery capacity.
  • 300 W continuous AC output.
  • 3,500 g.
  • AC charging: input: 360W maximum.
  • UPS / backup: eps: Yes.
KSh 28,000Out of Stock
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EcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power Station

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power Station

  • 245 Wh base battery capacity.
  • 300 W continuous AC output.
  • 3,550 g.
  • AC charging: input: 305W maximum.
  • UPS / backup: ups: Yes.
KSh 34,300In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The EcoFlow RIVER 3 is the better buy: it has more USB outputs (3).

Stored energy

EcoFlow RIVER 2
256 Wh base battery capacity
EcoFlow RIVER 3
245 Wh base battery capacity

Weight

EcoFlow RIVER 2
3.5 kg
EcoFlow RIVER 3
3.55 kg

Charging

EcoFlow RIVER 2
360W maximum, recharge: 0–80% in 48 minutes
EcoFlow RIVER 3
305W maximum, recharge: 0–100% in 60 minutes

Ports

EcoFlow RIVER 2
1× UK AC outlets, 300W combined
EcoFlow RIVER 3
1× UK AC outlet, 300W combined

Features

EcoFlow RIVER 2
Eps: Yes, transfer time: Within 30ms
EcoFlow RIVER 3
UPS: Yes, transfer time: <20ms

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

EcoFlow RIVER 2

  • Weighs 3.5 kg.

EcoFlow RIVER 3

  • More USB outputs: 3 (vs 2).

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PriorityEcoFlow RIVER 2EcoFlow RIVER 3
Stored energy256 Wh base battery capacity245 Wh base battery capacity
Output power300 W continuous AC output300 W continuous AC output
ChargingInput: 360W maximum, recharge: 0–80% in 48 minutesInput: 305W maximum, recharge: 0–100% in 60 minutes
Ports1× UK AC outlets, 300W combined1× UK AC outlet, 300W combined
Weight3.5 kg3.55 kg
FeaturesEps: Yes, transfer time: Within 30msUPS: Yes, transfer time: <20ms

Detailed comparison

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General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power Station
BrandEcoFlowEcoFlow

Power Station

Power Station specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power Station
Brand / ModelEcoFlow RIVER 2; EFR600EcoFlow RIVER 3; EFR705 (standard 245Wh)
Power Station TypePortable power stationPortable power station
Battery Capacity / ExpansionBase capacity: 256WhBase capacity: 245Wh
Battery / Cycle LifeChemistry: LiFePO₄ (LFP) Cycle life: 3000 cycles to 80%+ original capacityChemistry: LiFePO₄ (LFP) Cycle life: 3000 cycles to 80%+ original capacity

AC Power

AC Power specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power Station
AC Output / SurgeContinuous: 300W Surge: 600WContinuous: 300W Surge: 600W
High-Power ModeX-Boost: compatible resistive appliances up to 600WX-Boost: compatible resistive appliances up to 600W
AC Voltage / Frequency / InverterVoltage: 230V Frequency: 50Hz / 60Hz Inverter: Pure sine wave Region: UKVoltage: 230V Frequency: 50Hz Inverter: Pure sine wave Region: UK

Outputs & Ports

Outputs & Ports specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power Station
AC Outlets1× UK AC outlets; 300W combined1× UK AC outlet; 300W combined
USB Outputs2× USB-A 12W; 1× bidirectional USB-C 60W2× USB-A 12W per port, 24W total; 1× USB-C 100W; USB-C PD 3.0 / QC 3.0
DC / Vehicle OutputsCar socket: 12.6V / 8A, 100WCar socket: 12.6V / 10A, 126W

Charging

Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power Station
AC ChargingInput: 360W maximum Recharge: 0–80% in 48 minutes; 0–100% in 60 minutesInput: 305W maximum Recharge: 0–100% in 60 minutes
Solar ChargingPower: 110W maximum Voltage: 11–30V Current: 8A maximumPower: 110W maximum Voltage: 11–30V Current: 8A maximum
Vehicle / Alternator Charging12V / 24V vehicle charging; 8A, 100W maximum12V / 24V vehicle charging; 8A, 100W maximum
Other / Combined ChargingUSB-C input: 60W maximum—

Backup Power

Backup Power specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power Station
UPS / BackupEps: Yes Transfer time: Within 30ms Pass through: YesUps: Yes Transfer time: <20ms Pass through: Yes

Protection & Smart Features

Protection & Smart Features specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power Station
Battery Management / ProtectionBms: Yes Protection: Overvoltage, overload, overtemperature, short circuit, low temperature, low voltage and overcurrent Charging temperature: 0–45°C Discharging temperature: −10–45°CBms: Yes Protection: Overvoltage, overload, overtemperature, short circuit, low temperature, low voltage and overcurrent Charging temperature: 0–45°C Discharging temperature: −10–45°C
Connectivity / Smart FeaturesWi-Fi; Bluetooth; EcoFlow app; LCD power and battery displayWi-Fi; Bluetooth; EcoFlow app; LCD display

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power Station
Dimensions / WeightDimensions: 245 × 214 × 142 mm Weight: 3.5 kgDimensions: 255 × 212 × 113 mm Weight: 3.55 kg
Portability / Noise / WarrantyPortability: Integrated carry handle Warranty: 5-year UK manufacturer warrantyPortability: Integrated carry handle Warranty: 2-year UK manufacturer warranty
In the BoxPower station, AC charging cable, user manual and warranty cardPower station, AC charging cable, user manual and warranty card

Similarities

  • Both deliver 300 W continuous output.
  • Both accept up to 110 W of solar power.
  • Both recharge in about 1 hour.
  • Both are rated for 3,000 charge cycles.
  • Both have 1 AC outlets.
  • Same vehicle / alternator charging: 12V / 24V vehicle charging.

In summary

The EcoFlow RIVER 3 is the better buy for almost everyone, with more USB outputs.

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