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EcoFlow DELTA 2 E980 vs EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus

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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 Max Plus

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus

  • 600 W continuous AC output.
  • Base capacity: 858Wh (station + EB600).
  • Expansion: one compatible EB300 or EB600 extra battery.
  • AC charging: input: 650W maximum with connected extra battery.
  • UPS / backup: ups: Yes.
KSh 83,800In Stock
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Anker 535 Portable Power Station (512Wh, 500W)KSh 64,530
EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max Portable Power StationKSh 49,500
EcoFlow RIVER Pro Portable Power StationKSh 79,000
EcoFlow RIVER 2 Pro Portable Power StationKSh 58,000
EcoFlow Delta 2 Portable Power StationKSh 83,100
Powerology 700w Smart Power GeneratorKSh 65,000
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationKSh 41,600
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Our quick verdict

The EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus has more output power (600 W continuous), a higher 1,200 W surge rating and faster recharging (1 hour), while the EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 has a larger 980 Wh battery, more solar input (500 W) and more AC outlets (4).

Output power

EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
500 W continuous AC output
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
600 W continuous AC output

Stored energy

EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
980 Wh base battery capacity
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
858Wh (station + EB600)

Charging

EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
650W maximum
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
650W maximum with connected extra battery

Ports

EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
4× UK AC outlets, 500W combined
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
3× UK AC outlets, 600W combined

Features

EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
Eps: Yes, transfer time: Within 30ms
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
UPS: Yes, transfer time: <10ms

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980

  • Larger battery: 980 Wh (vs 858 Wh).
  • Accepts more solar power: 500 W (vs 220 W).
  • More AC outlets: 4 (vs 3).
  • More USB outputs: 6 (vs 3).
  • Lower price: KSh 61,800 (vs KSh 83,800).

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus

  • More continuous output: 600 W (vs 500 W).
  • Higher surge power: 1,200 W (vs 750 W).
  • Recharges faster: 1 hour (vs 2 hours), with connected extra battery.

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PriorityEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
Stored energy980 Wh base battery capacity858Wh (station + EB600)
Output power500 W continuous AC output600 W continuous AC output
ChargingInput: 650W maximumInput: 650W maximum with connected extra battery
Ports4× UK AC outlets, 500W combined3× UK AC outlets, 600W combined
FeaturesEps: Yes, transfer time: Within 30msUPS: Yes, transfer time: <10ms

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
BrandEcoFlowEcoFlow

Power Station

Power Station specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
Brand / ModelEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black / E980; EF-RV-H08-1EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus; EF-RV-H02-1 + EB600
Power Station TypePortable power stationPortable power station
Battery Capacity / ExpansionBase capacity: 980WhBase capacity: 858Wh (station + EB600) 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 DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
AC Output / SurgeContinuous: 500W Surge: 750WContinuous: 600W Surge: 1200W
High-Power ModeX-Boost: compatible resistive appliances up to 650WX-Boost: compatible resistive appliances up to 1200W
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 DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
AC Outlets4× UK AC outlets; 500W combined3× UK AC outlets; 600W combined
USB Outputs2× USB-A 12W per port, 24W total; 2× USB-A fast charging 18W per port, 36W total; 2× USB-C 100W per port, 200W totalStation: 2× USB-A 12W per port, 24W total; 1× USB-C 100W, PD 3.0 / QC 3.0; extra battery: 1× bidirectional USB-C 140W
DC / Vehicle OutputsCar socket: 12.6V / 10A, 126W; 2× DC5521: 12.6V / 3A, 38W per port; 126W shared DC outputCar socket: 12.6V / 10A, 126W
Other Outputs—USB-B HID communication port for PC / NAS backup management

Charging

Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
AC ChargingInput: 650W maximum; 220–240V / 3A, 50Hz / 60Hz Recharge: 0–100% in approximately 2 hoursInput: 650W maximum with connected extra battery; station alone: 360W (UK) Recharge: Station alone: 0–100% in 60 minutes Voltage / frequency: 220–240V, 50Hz / 60Hz; 6A maximum
Solar ChargingPower: 500W maximum Voltage: 11–60V Current: 15A maximumPower: 220W maximum Voltage: 11–55V Current: 13A maximum
Vehicle / Alternator Charging12V / 24V vehicle charging; 8A maximum12V / 24V vehicle charging; 11–55V input, 8A maximum; 220W maximum
Other / Combined Charging—Extra battery: bidirectional USB-C input up to 140W

Backup Power

Backup Power specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
UPS / BackupEps: Yes Transfer time: Within 30ms 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 DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
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; adjustable charging speed; LCD displayWi-Fi; Bluetooth; EcoFlow app; charging limits; charging schedules; LCD display

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
Dimensions / WeightDimensions: 400 × 211 × 281 mm Weight: 13 kgRIVER 3 Plus: 234 × 232 × 146 mm; 4.7 kg EB600: 234 × 224 × 158 mm; 5.8 kg
Portability / Noise / WarrantyPortability: Carry handlesPortability: Carry handle; LED light Warranty: 5-year UK manufacturer warranty
In the BoxE980 power station, AC charging cable, user manual and warranty cardRIVER 3 Plus, EB600 extra battery, AC charging cable, USB-B-to-USB-A data cable, quick-start guide and safety / warranty documentation

Similarities

  • Both are rated for 3,000 charge cycles.
  • Both deliver up to 24 W in total.
  • Same power station type: portable power station.
  • Both are made by EcoFlow.

In summary

Get the EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus if you want more output power and a higher 1,200 W surge rating, or the EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 if you would rather have a larger 980 Wh battery and more solar input.

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In-stock alternatives

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