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EcoFlow RIVER 3 vs EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus

Compare capacity, output, charging and portability.

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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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EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power Station

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power Station

  • 600 W continuous AC output.
  • 4,700 g.
  • Base capacity: 286Wh.
  • Expansion: one compatible EB300 or EB600 extra battery.
  • AC charging: input: 360W maximum (station).
KSh 41,600In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus has a larger 286 Wh battery, more output power (600 W continuous) and a higher 1,200 W surge rating, while the EcoFlow RIVER 3 is lighter (3.55 kg).

Output power

EcoFlow RIVER 3
300 W continuous AC output
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
600 W continuous AC output

Weight

EcoFlow RIVER 3
3.55 kg
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
4.7 kg

Stored energy

EcoFlow RIVER 3
245 Wh base battery capacity
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
286Wh

Charging

EcoFlow RIVER 3
305W maximum, recharge: 0–100% in 60 minutes
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
360W maximum (station)

Ports

EcoFlow RIVER 3
1× UK AC outlet, 300W combined
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
3× UK AC outlets, 600W combined

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

EcoFlow RIVER 3

  • Lighter: 3.55 kg (vs 4.7 kg).
  • Lower price: KSh 34,300 (vs KSh 41,600).

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus

  • Larger battery: 286 Wh (vs 245 Wh).
  • More continuous output: 600 W (vs 300 W).
  • Higher surge power: 1,200 W (vs 600 W).
  • Accepts more solar power: 220 W (vs 110 W).
  • More AC outlets: 3 (vs 1).

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PriorityEcoFlow RIVER 3EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
Stored energy245 Wh base battery capacity286Wh
Output power300 W continuous AC output600 W continuous AC output
ChargingInput: 305W maximum, recharge: 0–100% in 60 minutesInput: 360W maximum (station)
Ports1× UK AC outlet, 300W combined3× UK AC outlets, 600W combined
Weight3.55 kg4.7 kg
FeaturesUPS: Yes, transfer time: <20msUPS: Yes, transfer time: <10ms

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

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

Power Station

Power Station specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power Station
Brand / ModelEcoFlow RIVER 3; EFR705 (standard 245Wh)EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus; EF-RV-H02-1
Power Station TypePortable power stationPortable power station
Battery Capacity / ExpansionBase capacity: 245WhBase capacity: 286Wh Expansion: One compatible EB300 or EB600 extra battery; up to 858Wh
Battery / Cycle LifeChemistry: LiFePO₄ (LFP) Cycle life: 3000 cycles to 80%+ original capacityChemistry: LiFePO₄ (LFP) Cycle life: 3000 cycles to 80%+ original capacity (0.5C charge/discharge, 25°C)

AC Power

AC Power specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power Station
AC Output / SurgeContinuous: 300W Surge: 600WContinuous: 600W Surge: 1200W
High-Power ModeX-Boost: compatible resistive appliances up to 600WX-Boost: compatible resistive appliances up to 1200W
AC Voltage / Frequency / InverterVoltage: 230V Frequency: 50Hz Inverter: Pure sine wave Region: UKVoltage: 230V Frequency: 50Hz Inverter: Pure sine wave Region: UK

Outputs & Ports

Outputs & Ports specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power Station
AC Outlets1× UK AC outlet; 300W combined3× UK AC outlets; 600W combined
USB Outputs2× USB-A 12W per port, 24W total; 1× USB-C 100W; USB-C PD 3.0 / QC 3.0Station: 2× USB-A 12W per port, 24W total; 1× USB-C 100W, PD 3.0 / QC 3.0
DC / Vehicle OutputsCar socket: 12.6V / 10A, 126WCar socket: 12.6V / 10A, 126W
Other Outputs—USB-B HID communication port for PC / NAS backup management

Charging

Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power Station
AC ChargingInput: 305W maximum Recharge: 0–100% in 60 minutesInput: 360W maximum (station) Recharge: Station: 0–100% in 60 minutes Voltage / frequency: 220–240V, 50Hz / 60Hz; 6A maximum
Solar ChargingPower: 110W maximum Voltage: 11–30V Current: 8A maximumPower: 220W maximum Voltage: 11–55V Current: 13A maximum
Vehicle / Alternator Charging12V / 24V vehicle charging; 8A, 100W maximum12V / 24V vehicle charging; 11–55V input, 8A maximum; 220W maximum

Backup Power

Backup Power specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power Station
UPS / BackupUps: Yes Transfer time: <20ms Pass through: YesUps: Yes Transfer time: <10ms Pass through: Yes
Home Backup / Expansion—Wire-free physical connection to one EB300 or EB600 extra battery; HID backup management

Protection & Smart Features

Protection & Smart Features specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus 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 displayWi-Fi; Bluetooth; EcoFlow app; charging limits; charging schedules; LCD display

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power Station
Dimensions / WeightDimensions: 255 × 212 × 113 mm Weight: 3.55 kgDimensions: 234 × 232 × 146 mm Weight: 4.7 kg
Portability / Noise / WarrantyPortability: Integrated carry handle Warranty: 2-year UK manufacturer warrantyPortability: Carry handle; LED light Warranty: 5-year UK manufacturer warranty
In the BoxPower station, AC charging cable, user manual and warranty cardRIVER 3 Plus, AC charging cable, USB-B-to-USB-A data cable, quick-start guide and safety / warranty documentation

Similarities

  • Both recharge in about 1 hour.
  • Both are rated for 3,000 charge cycles.
  • Both have 3 USB outputs.
  • Both deliver up to 24 W in total.
  • Same power station type: portable power station.
  • Same AC voltage / frequency / inverter: voltage: 230V.

In summary

For most buyers the EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus is the better buy; the EcoFlow RIVER 3 makes sense if you want a lighter build.

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