EcoFlow RIVER 2 power station just dropped to $179 on Amazon

Imagine being able to take enough power with you to charge up all your devices when you go camping or work off-grid. It’s a power bank, but rather than just being able to charge USB devices, it’s also able to run your wall-powered devices. Imagine no more with the awesome EcoFlow RIVER 2 power station.

EcoFlow River 2 specs

• Capacity: 256Wh
• Net Weight: Approximately 7.7lbs
• Dimensions: 9.6 x 8.5 x 5.7 inches
• USB-C Input/Output: 5/9/12/15/20V 3A, 60W Max
• AC Output: 120V 50Hz/60Hz, 300W (Surge 600W)
• DC Output: 12.6V 8A, 100W Max
• USB-A Output: 5V 2.4A 12W Max
• Cell Chemistry: Lithium iron phosphate
• Cycle Life: 80%+ capacity after 3000 cycles

This is one of the many power stations I’ve tested in 2023, and the striking thing about the River 2 is how light it is — 7.7lbs feels like nothing after some of the power stations I’ve been handling lately. On top of that, the handle is ergonomic and comfortable.

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While many power stations are fine if you keep them close to home or a vehicle, I could see this being a power station that I’d be happy to carry for a few miles if I needed that sort of power for drones, or cameras if I was on a shoot. In fact, I’ve taken this with me a few times, either just carrying it in my hands, or loading it into a backpack. 

Read the review: EcoFlow RIVER 2 review

With a capacity of 256Wh, the RIVER 2 is small enough to be portable, but powerful enough to run a 100W load for close to 2.5 hours. The AC output can handle a sustained output of 300W (which would drain the RIVER 2 in under an hour) and surge loads up to 600W.

In my experience using it, the EcoFlow RIVER 2 is rugged and well-built and shrugs off the knocks and bumps of everyday use.