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EcoFlow River 3 Portable Power Station 245Wh

EF ECOFLOW
2.9
Best lightweight camping power station
$259 → As of Jul 13, 2026
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01 / Spec

Top features

Capacity245
AC Output & Ports600W / 1200W
Battery ChemistryLiFePO4

The EcoFlow River 3 is a compact 245Wh LiFePO4 portable power station with 600W AC output (1200W surge), designed for camping, van life, and light home backup. It features 2 AC outlets, 2 USB-C PD ports (100W combined), 2 USB-A ports, and 12V car output. Recharges in ~1 hour from wall (245W input), supports solar input up to 200W, and weighs just 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) — making it one of the lightest stations for its class. LiFePO4 chemistry promises 3000+ cycles to 80% capacity. UPS passthrough with <20ms switchover protects CPAP and sensitive devices. No app control, minimal fan noise. Best for ultralight camping, off-grid weekends, and emergency backup where weight matters more than raw capacity. Not suitable for extended RV or home use — capacity maxes out after a few hours of AC load.

02 / Signals

Why it's hot

Ultra-portable LiFePO4 station—featherweight, fast-charging, EcoFlow reliability.

  • Value for money 96
  • Review rating & velocity 72
  • Community sentiment 88
  • Brand reputation 100
  • Search heat 77
  • Est. return & defect rate 89
03 / Verdict

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Ultra-portable at 3.5 kg with solid 245Wh capacity
  • Fast 1-hour wall recharge via 245W input
  • LiFePO4 with 3000+ cycle lifespan
  • Compact form factor fits van & backpack setups
  • <20ms UPS passthrough for CPAP/medical devices
  • Dual USB-C PD with 100W total output
  • Established EcoFlow brand reputation in off-grid circles

Cons

  • Limited 245Wh capacity—short runtime on AC loads
  • Only 200W solar input (slower solar recharge than bigger rivals)
  • Just 2 AC outlets (single wall receptacles)
  • No app control or smart monitoring
  • Modest specs relative to larger EcoFlow Delta models
  • Not ideal for extended RV or home backup use
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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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