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EcoFlow River 2 Max 499Wh Portable Power Station with 160W Solar Panel #14 in Portable Power Stations Price
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#14
Capacity
1070Wh
499Wh usable
Battery Chemistry & Lifespan
LiFePO4, 4000 cycles to 80%
LiFePO4, 3000+ cycles
Recharge Speed
1 hour wall / 200W solar
60 min wall, 160W solar input
AC Output & Ports
1500W continuous + 2× USB-C 100W PD + 2 AC + 2 USB-A + 12V
1000W sustained, 100W USB-C PD, 2 AC outlets
Portability & Weight
26.5 lbs per 1070Wh
17.6 lbs for 499Wh
Value
$0.42/Wh (at $448.99 sale price)
$0.88/Wh (439÷499)
Verdict
Best-selling LiFePO4 station with balanced speed and capacity
Best fast-recharge portable power station under $500
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