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EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max vs EcoFlow DELTA 2 E980

Compare capacity, output, charging and portability.

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EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max Portable Power Station

EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max Portable Power Station

  • 512 Wh base battery capacity.
  • 500 W continuous AC output.
  • 6,100 g.
  • AC charging: input: 660W maximum.
  • UPS / backup: eps: Yes.
KSh 49,500In Stock
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EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station

EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station

  • 980 Wh base battery capacity.
  • 500 W continuous AC output.
  • 13,000 g.
  • AC charging: input: 650W maximum.
  • UPS / backup: eps: Yes.
KSh 61,800In Stock
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EcoFlow RIVER 3 MaxKSh 66,700
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationKSh 41,600
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power StationKSh 34,300
Anker 535 Portable Power Station (512Wh, 500W)KSh 64,530
EcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power StationKSh 28,000
EcoFlow RIVER 2 Pro Portable Power StationKSh 58,000
Powerology 700w Smart Power GeneratorKSh 65,000
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Our quick verdict

The EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 has a larger 980 Wh battery, more solar input (500 W) and more AC outlets (4), while the EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max has a higher 1,000 W surge rating and faster recharging (1 hour) and is lighter (6.1 kg).

Stored energy

EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max
512 Wh base battery capacity
EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
980 Wh base battery capacity

Weight

EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max
6.1 kg
EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
13 kg

Charging

EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max
660W maximum, recharge: 0–100% in 60 minutes
EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
650W maximum

Ports

EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max
2× UK AC outlets, 500W combined
EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
4× UK AC outlets, 500W combined

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max

  • Higher surge power: 1,000 W (vs 750 W).
  • Recharges faster: 1 hour (vs 2 hours).
  • Lighter: 6.1 kg (vs 13 kg).
  • Lower price: KSh 49,500 (vs KSh 61,800).

EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980

  • Larger battery: 980 Wh (vs 512 Wh).
  • Accepts more solar power: 500 W (vs 220 W).
  • More AC outlets: 4 (vs 2).
  • More USB outputs: 6 (vs 3).

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PriorityEcoFlow RIVER 2 MaxEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
Stored energy512 Wh base battery capacity980 Wh base battery capacity
Output power500 W continuous AC output500 W continuous AC output
ChargingInput: 660W maximum, recharge: 0–100% in 60 minutesInput: 650W maximum
Ports2× UK AC outlets, 500W combined4× UK AC outlets, 500W combined
Weight6.1 kg13 kg
FeaturesEps: Yes, transfer time: Within 30msEps: Yes, transfer time: Within 30ms

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Max Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
BrandEcoFlowEcoFlow

Power Station

Power Station specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Max Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
Brand / ModelEcoFlow RIVER 2 Max; EFR610EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black / E980; EF-RV-H08-1
Power Station TypePortable power stationPortable power station
Battery Capacity / ExpansionBase capacity: 512WhBase capacity: 980Wh
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 Max Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
AC Output / SurgeContinuous: 500W Surge: 1000WContinuous: 500W Surge: 750W
High-Power ModeX-Boost: compatible resistive appliances up to 1000WX-Boost: compatible resistive appliances up to 650W
AC Voltage / Frequency / InverterVoltage: 230V Frequency: 50Hz / 60Hz Inverter: Pure sine wave Region: UKVoltage: 230V Frequency: 50Hz / 60Hz Inverter: Pure sine wave Region: UK

Outputs & Ports

Outputs & Ports specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Max Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
AC Outlets2× UK AC outlets; 500W combined4× UK AC outlets; 500W combined
USB Outputs3× USB-A 12W; 1× bidirectional USB-C 100W2× USB-A 12W per port, 24W total; 2× USB-A fast charging 18W per port, 36W total; 2× USB-C 100W per port, 200W total
DC / Vehicle OutputsCar socket: 12.6V / 10A; 2× DC5521: 12.6V / 3A; 126W shared DC outputCar socket: 12.6V / 10A, 126W; 2× DC5521: 12.6V / 3A, 38W per port; 126W shared DC output

Charging

Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Max Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
AC ChargingInput: 660W maximum Recharge: 0–100% in 60 minutesInput: 650W maximum; 220–240V / 3A, 50Hz / 60Hz Recharge: 0–100% in approximately 2 hours
Solar ChargingPower: 220W maximum Voltage: 11–50V Current: 13A maximumPower: 500W maximum Voltage: 11–60V Current: 15A maximum
Vehicle / Alternator Charging12V / 24V vehicle charging; 8A, 100W maximum12V / 24V vehicle charging; 8A maximum
Other / Combined ChargingUSB-C input: 100W maximum—

Backup Power

Backup Power specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Max Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
UPS / BackupEps: Yes Transfer time: Within 30ms Pass through: YesEps: Yes Transfer time: Within 30ms Pass through: Yes

Protection & Smart Features

Protection & Smart Features specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Max Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 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; adjustable charging speed; LCD display

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 2 Max Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
Dimensions / WeightDimensions: 270 × 260 × 196 mm Weight: 6.1 kgDimensions: 400 × 211 × 281 mm Weight: 13 kg
Portability / Noise / WarrantyPortability: Integrated carry handle Warranty: 5-year UK manufacturer warrantyPortability: Carry handles
In the BoxPower station, AC charging cable, user manual and warranty cardE980 power station, AC charging cable, user manual and warranty card

Similarities

  • Both deliver 500 W continuous output.
  • Both are rated for 3,000 charge cycles.
  • Both use DC5521 (DC / vehicle outputs).
  • Same power station type: portable power station.
  • Same UPS / backup: eps: Yes.
  • Both are made by EcoFlow.

In summary

Get the EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 if you want a larger 980 Wh battery and more solar input, or the EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max if you would rather have a higher 1,000 W surge rating and faster recharging.

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