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EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus vs Bluetti AC50P

Compare capacity, output, charging and portability.

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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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Bluetti AC50P Portable Power Station

Bluetti AC50P Portable Power Station

  • 504 Wh base battery capacity.
  • 700 W continuous AC output.
  • 6,900 g.
  • AC charging: input: 600W maximum (Turbo mode).
  • UPS / backup: ups: Yes.
KSh 31,000Out of Stock

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EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power StationKSh 61,800
EcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power StationKSh 28,000
EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max Portable Power StationKSh 49,500
EcoFlow RIVER 2 Pro Portable Power StationKSh 58,000
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power StationKSh 34,300
Bluetti AC2P Portable Power StationKSh 19,500
Bluetti AC70P Portable Power StationKSh 55,000
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Our quick verdict

The EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus has faster recharging (1 hour) and more AC outlets (3) and is lighter (4.7 kg), while the Bluetti AC50P has a larger 504 Wh battery and faster mains recharging (600 W input).

Output power

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
600 W continuous AC output
Bluetti AC50P
700 W continuous AC output

Weight

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
4.7 kg
Bluetti AC50P
6.9 kg

Stored energy

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
286Wh
Bluetti AC50P
504 Wh base battery capacity

Charging

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
360W maximum (station)
Bluetti AC50P
600W maximum (Turbo mode)

Ports

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
3× UK AC outlets, 600W combined
Bluetti AC50P
1× UK AC outlets, 700W combined

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus

  • Recharges faster: 1 hour (vs 1.33 hours), station.
  • More AC outlets: 3 (vs 1).
  • Lighter: 4.7 kg (vs 6.9 kg).

Bluetti AC50P

  • Larger battery: 504 Wh (vs 286 Wh).
  • Faster mains recharging: 600 W input (vs 360 W), Turbo mode.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityEcoFlow RIVER 3 PlusBluetti AC50P
Stored energy286Wh504 Wh base battery capacity
Output power600 W continuous AC output700 W continuous AC output
ChargingInput: 360W maximum (station)Input: 600W maximum (Turbo mode)
Ports3× UK AC outlets, 600W combined1× UK AC outlets, 700W combined
Weight4.7 kg6.9 kg
FeaturesUPS: Yes, transfer time: <10msUPS: Yes, transfer time: ≤20ms

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationBluetti AC50P Portable Power Station
BrandEcoFlowBluetti

Power Station

Power Station specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationBluetti AC50P Portable Power Station
Brand / ModelEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus; EF-RV-H02-1BLUETTI AC50P; AC50P
Power Station TypePortable power stationPortable power station
Battery Capacity / ExpansionBase capacity: 286Wh Expansion: One compatible EB300 or EB600 extra battery; up to 858WhBase capacity: 504Wh
Battery / Cycle LifeChemistry: LiFePO₄ (LFP) Cycle life: 3000 cycles to 80%+ original capacity (0.5C charge/discharge, 25°C)Chemistry: LiFePO₄ (LFP) Cycle life: 3000 cycles to 80%+ original capacity

AC Power

AC Power specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationBluetti AC50P Portable Power Station
AC Output / SurgeContinuous: 600W Surge: 1200WContinuous: 700W
High-Power ModeX-Boost: compatible resistive appliances up to 1200WPower Lifting: compatible resistive appliances up to 1200W
AC Voltage / Frequency / InverterVoltage: 230V Frequency: 50Hz Inverter: Pure sine wave Region: UKVoltage: 230V Frequency: 50Hz / 60Hz Inverter: Pure sine wave Region: UK

Outputs & Ports

Outputs & Ports specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationBluetti AC50P Portable Power Station
AC Outlets3× UK AC outlets; 600W combined1× UK AC outlets; 700W combined
USB OutputsStation: 2× USB-A 12W per port, 24W total; 1× USB-C 100W, PD 3.0 / QC 3.02× USB-C 65W; 1× USB-A 15W
DC / Vehicle OutputsCar socket: 12.6V / 10A, 126WCar socket: 12V / 10A, 120W
Other OutputsUSB-B HID communication port for PC / NAS backup managementWireless charging pad: 15W

Charging

Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationBluetti AC50P Portable Power Station
AC ChargingInput: 360W maximum (station) Recharge: Station: 0–100% in 60 minutes Voltage / frequency: 220–240V, 50Hz / 60Hz; 6A maximumInput: 600W maximum (Turbo mode) Recharge: 0–80% in 50 minutes; 0–100% in 80 minutes (25°C, Turbo mode)
Solar ChargingPower: 220W maximum Voltage: 11–55V Current: 13A maximumPower: 200W maximum Voltage: 12–28V Current: 8.5A maximum Mppt: Yes
Vehicle / Alternator Charging12V / 24V vehicle charging; 11–55V input, 8A maximum; 220W maximum12V / 24V vehicle charging
Other / Combined Charging—Methods: AC + DC charging Maximum combined input: 600W

Backup Power

Backup Power specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationBluetti AC50P Portable Power Station
UPS / BackupUps: Yes Transfer time: <10ms Pass through: YesUps: Yes Transfer time: ≤20ms Pass through: Yes
Home Backup / ExpansionWire-free physical connection to one EB300 or EB600 extra battery; HID backup managementOptional compatible external battery in Power Bank charging mode; connection cable required

Protection & Smart Features

Protection & Smart Features specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationBluetti AC50P 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: Overload, overcurrent, short circuit, overvoltage and temperature protection Charging temperature: 0–40°C Discharging temperature: −20–40°C
Connectivity / Smart FeaturesWi-Fi; Bluetooth; EcoFlow app; charging limits; charging schedules; LCD displayBluetooth; BLUETTI app; ECO mode; selectable charging modes; LCD display

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationBluetti AC50P Portable Power Station
Dimensions / WeightDimensions: 234 × 232 × 146 mm Weight: 4.7 kgDimensions: 280 × 200 × 220 mm Weight: 6.9 kg
Portability / Noise / WarrantyPortability: Carry handle; LED light Warranty: 5-year UK manufacturer warrantyPortability: Carry handle Warranty: 5-year manufacturer warranty
In the BoxRIVER 3 Plus, AC charging cable, USB-B-to-USB-A data cable, quick-start guide and safety / warranty documentationBLUETTI AC50P, AC charging cable, solar charging cable, grounding screw, user manual and warranty card; car charging cable

Similarities

  • Both are rated for 3,000 charge cycles.
  • Both have 3 USB outputs.
  • Same power station type: portable power station.

In summary

Get the EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus if you want faster recharging and more AC outlets, or the Bluetti AC50P if you would rather have a larger 504 Wh battery and faster mains recharging.

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