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EcoFlow River 3 Portable Power Station 245Wh

EF ECOFLOW
3.4
Best lightweight LiFePO4 power station under 250Wh
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01 / Spec

Top features

Capacity245Wh LiFePO4
Ac Output300W / 600W X-Boost
Battery ChemistryLiFePO4

The EcoFlow River 3 is a 245Wh LiFePO4 portable power station with a 300W AC inverter (600W X-Boost for surge loads). It features 1 AC outlet, 2 USB-A ports, 1 USB-C PD (65W), and 1 12V/10A car output. Wall recharge takes 1 hour via AC adapter; solar input maxes at 100W. Weighing 3.5 kg (7.7 lb), it's one of the lightest mid-capacity stations and highly portable for camping, van life, RVs, and home backup. EcoFlow rates the LiFePO4 cells for 3000+ cycles. Praised for fast AC charging and compact form factor, though solar recharge is slower than larger rivals and the 245Wh capacity suits light loads (phones, laptops, small appliances) rather than extended off-grid days. Strong brand reputation and clean QC record among users.

02 / Signals

Why it's hot

Lightweight LiFePO4 station with 1-hour fast charging and compact form.

  • Value for money 89
  • Review rating & velocity 84
  • Community sentiment 87
  • Brand reputation 100
  • Search heat 77
  • Est. return & defect rate 88
03 / Verdict

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Ultra-portable at 3.5 kg
  • LiFePO4 with 3000+ cycle life
  • 1-hour fast AC charging
  • 65W USB-C PD output
  • Quiet operation
  • Strong EcoFlow brand reputation

Cons

  • Limited 245Wh capacity for extended use
  • Slow 100W solar input
  • Single AC outlet
  • Not ideal for high-wattage appliances
  • X-Boost mode drains battery faster
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Capacity (Wh)
256Wh 1070Wh Biggest capacity
Recharge Speed
1h wall / 110W solar input 1h wall / 500W solar Fastest recharge
AC Output & Ports (W)
600W AC / 100W USB-C PD / 2 USB-A / 12V 1500W AC + 100W USB-C PD Highest output
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