EcoFlow RIVER 3 vs EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
Technical comparison · Ultraportable
Between the two sizes in the same line, the choice comes down to how long you want the battery to last and how much power you need on tap: the Plus doubles continuous output and more than doubles cycle life over the base model.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| In brief | ||
| Nominal capacity | 0.245 kWh | 0.286 kWh |
| Continuous output | 300 W | 600 W |
| Peak output | 600 W | 1200 W |
| Cell chemistry | LFP (lithium iron phosphate) | LFP (lithium iron phosphate) |
| Cost per kWh | 1057.14 €/kWh | 1045.45 €/kWh |
| List price | 259 € | 299 € |
| Weight | 3.5 kg | 4.7 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 25.5 × 21.2 × 11.3 cm | 23.4 × 23.2 × 14.6 cm |
| Outlets | ||
| AC outlets | Yes | — |
| How long it lasts | ||
| Battery life cycles | 730 cicli | 1825 cicli |
| The limit that runs out first | anni di garanzia | anni di garanzia |
| Rated cycles | 3000 cicli | 3000 cicli |
| Capacity at end of cycle life | 80 % | 80 % |
| Warranty | 2 anni | 5 anni |
| The numbers | ||
| Cost of stored energy | 1.448 €/kWh | 0.573 €/kWh |
| Energy density | 70 Wh/kg | 60.9 Wh/kg |
| Power-to-capacity ratio | 1.22 C | 2.1 C |
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F1 — Outlet-sized (up to 1 kWh) | F1 — Outlet-sized (up to 1 kWh) |
| Price | ||
| Price | ~200–450 € | ~200–450 € |
| Category specs | ||
| Expandable | — | Yes |
| Maximum expanded capacity | — | 0.858 kWh |
| Fastest USB-C | 100 W | 100 W |
| Maximum charge power | 0.305 kW | 0.38 kW |
| Maximum solar input | 110 W | 220 W |
| Backup power | UPS | UPS |
| Switchover time | 10 ms | 10 ms |
| Mounting | Portable | Portable |
| Noise level | 30 dB | 30 dB |
The differences that matter
- Continuous output: 300 W vs 600 W → the Plus runs appliances the base model can't sustain continuously.
- Battery cycle life: 730 vs 1825 → the Plus absorbs far more recharges before losing capacity.
- Warranty: 2 years vs 5 → much longer coverage for the Plus.
- Maximum solar input: 110 W vs 220 W → the Plus recharges from solar much faster.
Which one to choose
Choose EcoFlow RIVER 3 if…
Pick the base RIVER 3 if light loads up to 300 W are enough and you want the more compact of the two (3.5 kg vs 4.7). You accept a shorter warranty (2 years vs 5) and a battery rated for fewer recharges over time (730 declared cycles vs 1825).
Choose EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus if…
Pick the RIVER 3 Plus if you need to run appliances up to 600 W continuously and expect to use it often over the years: declared cycle life rises to 1825 and the warranty reaches 5 years. In exchange you carry about 1.2 kg more.
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