EcoFlow RIVER 2 / Specs Pros & Cons

EcoFlow RIVER 2 is a compact and lightweight device that can provide power for your personal devices and small appliances on the go. It has a 256Wh battery capacity and a 300W output, with a surge of 600W with X-Boost enabled.

It has a variety of ports to suit your needs, including four USB-A ports, one USB-C port, one 12V car port, two 12V barrel ports, and one AC outlet. You can use it to charge your laptop, tablet, phone, camera, drone, fan, cooler, pump, and more.

It has a fast charging feature that can recharge the battery from 0% to 100% in only 60 minutes, which is 70% faster than the industry norm. It also has a TÜV Rheinland certification for safe charging, which means it won’t damage the battery or increase the temperature during charging.

It uses a LiFePO4 battery chemistry, which is safer, more durable, and more efficient than the conventional Li-ion batteries. It can last for 10 years of use and over 3000 cycles. It also performs well in warm temperatures and has a low self-discharge rate.

It is compatible with solar panels that have an MC4 connector and a voltage range of 11-25V. You can use it to harness the power of the sun and reduce your carbon footprint. EcoFlow recommends using their own 110W or 160W solar panels for optimal performance.

It has a smart LCD screen that shows the input and output power, battery level, remaining time, and other information. It also has an EcoFlow app that lets you monitor and control the device remotely via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

It weighs only 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg) and has a handy handle for easy carrying. It is 30% lighter than the industry standard and can fit in your backpack or car trunk. It is ideal for camping, hiking, road trips, tailgating, and other outdoor activities.

Some of the user feedback about the EcoFlow RIVER 2 portable power station are positive, praising its fast charging, portability, versatility, and design. Some of the negative feedback are about the lack of a light, the limited AC output, and the missing solar panel cable.

EcoFlow RIVER 2 has some advantages and disadvantages compared to other portable power stations in the market. Here are some of the main points of comparison:

• Battery capacity: The EcoFlow RIVER 2 has a 256Wh battery capacity, which is lower than some of its competitors, such as the Jackery Explorer 240 (240Wh), the Goal Zero Yeti 200X (187Wh), and the Anker Powerhouse 200 (213Wh). However, it is higher than some other models, such as the Rockpals 250W (240Wh), the Paxcess 300W (288Wh), and the Suaoki G500 (500Wh).

• Power output: The EcoFlow RIVER 2 has a 300W output, with a surge of 600W with X-Boost enabled. This is lower than some of its competitors, such as the Jackery Explorer 240 (200W, 400W surge), the Goal Zero Yeti 200X (200W, 400W surge), and the Anker Powerhouse 200 (200W, 400W surge). However, it is higher than some other models, such as the Rockpals 250W (250W, 300W surge), the Paxcess 300W (300W, 350W surge), and the Suaoki G500 (300W, 600W surge).

• Charging speed: EcoFlow RIVER 2 has a fast charging feature that can recharge the battery from 0% to 100% in only 60 minutes, which is 70% faster than the industry norm. This is much faster than some of its competitors, such as the Jackery Explorer 240 (7 hours), the Goal Zero Yeti 200X (4 hours), and the Anker Powerhouse 200 (6 hours). It is also faster than some other models, such as the Rockpals 250W (8 hours), the Paxcess 300W (7 hours), and the Suaoki G500 (8 hours).

• Battery chemistry: EcoFlow RIVER 2 uses a LiFePO4 battery chemistry, which is safer, more durable, and more efficient than the conventional Li-ion batteries. It can last for 10 years of use and over 3000 cycles. This is better than some of its competitors, such as the Jackery Explorer 240, the Goal Zero Yeti 200X, and the Anker Powerhouse 200, which use Li-ion batteries. It is also better than some other models, such as the Rockpals 250W, the Paxcess 300W, and the Suaoki G500, which use Li-polymer batteries.

• Portability: EcoFlow RIVER 2 weighs only 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg) and has a handy handle for easy carrying. It is 30% lighter than the industry standard and can fit in your backpack or car trunk. This is lighter than some of its competitors, such as the Jackery Explorer 240 (6.6 lbs), the Goal Zero Yeti 200X (5 lbs), and the Anker Powerhouse 200 (6 lbs). It is also lighter than some other models, such as the Rockpals 250W (5.5 lbs), the Paxcess 300W (5.9 lbs), and the Suaoki G500 (22 lbs).

As you can see, the EcoFlow RIVER 2 portable power station has some strengths and weaknesses compared to other portable power stations. Depending on your needs and preferences, you may find it more or less suitable for your purposes.

EcoFlow RIVER 2 can power a variety of appliances and devices, such as laptops, tablets, phones, cameras, drones, fans, coolers, pumps, and more. The run time of each appliance depends on its wattage and how many other devices are connected to the power station. You can use this formula to estimate the run time of an appliance: 256Wh / wattage = hours.

For example, if you want to power a 50W laptop, you can divide 256Wh by 50W and get 5.12 hours. However, if you also want to power a 200W fan, you need to add the wattages and divide 256Wh by 250W, which gives you 1.02 hours.

Here are some examples of the run times of common appliances using the EcoFlow RIVER 2 portable power station:

• Laptop (50W): 5.12 hours
• Smartphone (5W): 51.2 hours
• LED light (10W): 25.6 hours
• Mini fridge (60W): 4.27 hours
• CPAP machine (40W): 6.4 hours
• LCD projector (150W): 1.71 hours

X-Boost is a feature of the EcoFlow RIVER 2 portable power station that allows you to power appliances with a higher-rated power than the device’s AC output. For example, the EcoFlow RIVER 2 has an AC output of 300W, but with X-Boost enabled, it can run appliances that need up to 600W to start, such as a vacuum cleaner or a sandwich maker. This gives you more flexibility and convenience to use your power station for various purposes. However, you should note that X-Boost is not available when the device is charging, and it may affect the performance of some appliances. You can turn X-Boost on or off using the EcoFlow app.

EcoFlow RIVER 2 is compatible with solar panels that have an MC4 connector and a voltage range of 11-25V. You can use it to harness the power of the sun and reduce your carbon footprint. EcoFlow recommends using their own 110W or 160W solar panels for optimal performance. However, you can also use other solar panels that meet the specifications, such as the Rockpals 100W Foldable Solar Panel or the Renogy 100W Monocrystalline Solar Panel. You will need to use the Solar Charging Cable (MC4 to XT60) that is included with the RIVER 2 to connect the solar panels to the power station.