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EcoFlow DELTA Max 1600 vs EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus

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EcoFlow DELTA Max 1600 Portable Power Station

EcoFlow DELTA Max 1600 Portable Power Station

  • 2000 W continuous AC output.
  • 22,000 g.
  • Base capacity: 1612Wh.
  • Expansion: up to two compatible DELTA Max Smart Extra.
  • AC charging: input: 1600W maximum.
KSh 159,000Out of 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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Our quick verdict

The EcoFlow DELTA Max 1600 has a larger 1,612 Wh battery, more output power (2,000 W continuous) and a higher 4,600 W surge rating, while the EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus has faster recharging (1 hour) and a longer cycle life (3,000 cycles).

Output power

EcoFlow DELTA Max 1600
2000 W continuous AC output
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
600 W continuous AC output

Stored energy

EcoFlow DELTA Max 1600
1612Wh
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
858Wh (station + EB600)

Charging

EcoFlow DELTA Max 1600
1600W maximum
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
650W maximum with connected extra battery

Ports

EcoFlow DELTA Max 1600
4× UK AC outlets, 2000W combined
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
3× UK AC outlets, 600W combined

Features

EcoFlow DELTA Max 1600
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 Max 1600

  • Larger battery: 1,612 Wh (vs 858 Wh).
  • More continuous output: 2,000 W (vs 600 W).
  • Higher surge power: 4,600 W (vs 1,200 W).
  • Faster mains recharging: 1,600 W input (vs 650 W).
  • Accepts more solar power: 800 W (vs 220 W).
  • More AC outlets: 4 (vs 3).

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus

  • Recharges faster: 1 hour (vs 1.6 hours), with connected extra battery.
  • Rated for more charge cycles: 3,000 (vs 500).

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PriorityEcoFlow DELTA Max 1600EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
Stored energy1612Wh858Wh (station + EB600)
Output power2000 W continuous AC output600 W continuous AC output
ChargingInput: 1600W maximumInput: 650W maximum with connected extra battery
Ports4× UK AC outlets, 2000W combined3× UK AC outlets, 600W combined
FeaturesEps: Yes, transfer time: Within 30msUPS: Yes, transfer time: <10ms
ExpansionUp to two compatible DELTA Max Smart Extra BatteriesOne compatible EB300 or EB600 extra battery

Detailed comparison

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General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow DELTA Max 1600 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
BrandEcoFlowEcoFlow

Power Station

Power Station specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow DELTA Max 1600 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
Brand / ModelEcoFlow DELTA Max 1600; DELTA Max 1600EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus; EF-RV-H02-1 + EB600
Power Station TypePortable power stationPortable power station
Battery Capacity / ExpansionBase capacity: 1612Wh Expansion: Up to two compatible DELTA Max Smart Extra BatteriesBase capacity: 858Wh (station + EB600) Expansion: One compatible EB300 or EB600 extra battery; up to 858Wh
Battery / Cycle LifeChemistry: NCM lithium-ion Cycle life: 500 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 Max 1600 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
AC Output / SurgeContinuous: 2000W Surge: 4600WContinuous: 600W Surge: 1200W
High-Power ModeX-Boost: compatible resistive appliances up to 2500WX-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 Max 1600 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
AC Outlets4× UK AC outlets; 2000W combined3× UK AC outlets; 600W combined
USB Outputs2× USB-A 12W; 2× USB-A fast charging 18W; 2× USB-C 100WStation: 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 Max 1600 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
AC ChargingInput: 1600W maximum Recharge: 0–100% in approximately 1.6 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: 800W maximum Voltage: 11–100V Current: 13A maximum MPPT: YesPower: 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 ChargingOptional compatible EcoFlow Smart GeneratorExtra battery: bidirectional USB-C input up to 140W

Backup Power

Backup Power specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow DELTA Max 1600 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 / ExpansionUp to two compatible DELTA Max extra batteriesWire-free physical connection to one EB300 or EB600 extra battery; HID backup management

Protection & Smart Features

Protection & Smart Features specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow DELTA Max 1600 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: −20–45°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; EcoFlow app; LCD displayWi-Fi; Bluetooth; EcoFlow app; charging limits; charging schedules; LCD display

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow DELTA Max 1600 Portable Power StationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
Dimensions / WeightDimensions: 497 × 242 × 305 mm Weight: 22 kgRIVER 3 Plus: 234 × 232 × 146 mm; 4.7 kg EB600: 234 × 224 × 158 mm; 5.8 kg
Portability / Noise / WarrantyPortability: Carry handles Warranty: 24-month UK manufacturer warrantyPortability: Carry handle; LED light Warranty: 5-year UK manufacturer warranty
In the BoxDELTA Max, AC charging cable, car charging cable, DC5521-to-DC5525 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

  • Same power station type: portable power station.
  • Both are made by EcoFlow.

In summary

For most buyers the EcoFlow DELTA Max 1600 is the better buy; the EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus makes sense if you want faster recharging.

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