Comparison EcoFlow RIVER vs EcoFlow RIVER Mini

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	2 USB A ports, 1 USB A Fast Charge port, 1 USB C port. Flashlight. Car cigarette lighter port DC5521. X-Stream port for fast charging. NCM – lithium-ion battery, capacity 288 Wh. Surges up to 1200 W are allowed. You can double the capacity of the charging station by connecting the EcoFlow Battery Expansion Module RIVER Extra Battery	3 USB A ports, 1 USB C port. Car cigarette lighter. X-Stream port for fast charging (300 W). NCM – lithium-ion battery, capacity 210 Wh. Surges up to 600 W are allowed. This model differs from the model EcoFlow River Mini Wireless in the absence of wireless charging of gadgets
In box	charging station	charging station
Rated power	600 W	300 W
Peak power	1200 W	600 W
Output waveform	sinusoid (PSW)	sinusoid (PSW)
UPS function
Outputs
Sockets (230 V)	2	1
USB A	2 pcs 5В/2.4А 12 W	3 pcs 5В/2.4А 12 W
USB A (quick charge)	1 5В/2.4A, 9В/2A, 12В/1.5A 18 W
USB C	1 pcs 5 A 100 W
Car cigarette lighter
DC output	2x DC5521 (13.6 V / 3 A)
Inputs (station charging)
From solar panels
Input port XT60
Battery and charging time
Battery type	Li-ion NMC	Li-ion NMC
Battery capacity	288 W*h	210 W*h
Charging cycles	500	500
Charging time (socket) ≈	90 min	42 min
Charging time (solar panel) ≈	87 min	126 min
Charging time (cigarette lighter) ≈	180 min	126 min
Charging power (socket)	250 W	300 W
Charging power (solar panel)	200 W	100 W
Charging power (cigarette lighter)	120 W	100 W
General
Smartphone synchronization		Wi-Fi
PSU	built into the body	built into the body
Display
Backlight
Carrying handle
Operating temperature	0 °C ~ +45 °C	0 °C ~ +45 °C
Dimensions	194x288x185 mm	145x249x132 mm
Weight	5 kg	2.8 kg
Added to E-Catalog	september 2022	september 2022

Brief conclusions of the comparison portable power stations

EcoFlow RIVER and EcoFlow RIVER Mini charging stations have their unique features that may influence the user's choice. The EcoFlow RIVER has a higher rated power of 600W and a peak of 1200W, which allows more powerful devices to be connected. While the RIVER Mini has a rated power of 300W and a peak of 600W, making it more suitable for less demanding tasks. Both devices have a sine wave output and UPS function, but the RIVER offers more outputs, including 2 230V sockets and 3 USB A, whereas the RIVER Mini has 1 230V socket and 3 USB A. The RIVER charging time is about 90 minutes from the mains, while the Mini charges in just 42 minutes. However, the RIVER Mini is lighter and more compact, weighing 2.8 kg compared to the 5 kg of the RIVER. Both devices are capable of being charged from solar panels and have built-in displays, making them convenient for use on trips and in nature. The choice between them depends on your power and portability needs.

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Rated power

Power that a device can consistently produce for an indefinitely long time without any unpleasant consequences. For normal operation of the charging station, the rated power must be at least 15 - 20% higher than the total power of all devices simultaneously connected to it.

Peak power

Some electrical appliances (in particular, units with electric motors - refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.) consume significantly more energy at startup than after reaching the operating mode. For such a load, the peak power of the charging station must be taken into account - its indicator must be higher than the starting power of the load.

Sockets (230 V)

Total number of outlets with output voltage. This is, in fact, the number of devices that can be simultaneously connected to the charging station without the use of splitters, extension cords and carriers. Accordingly, weaker charging stations have one or two sockets in their submission. Powerful charging stations already have three or more sockets “on board”.

USB A

Full-size USB A connectors are popular in computer technology, they are standardly used in adapter chargers for 230 V household networks and 12 V auto sockets. In charging stations, such outlets are widely used for charging gadgets.

- The total number of such ports can be very diverse ( 1 USB, 2 connectors, 3 ports and even 4), since it allows you to connect for charging, and in some cases for power, various low-power devices - smartphones, tablets, power banks, lamps, etc. .

- The strength of the power. The maximum power output through the USB A connector to the device being charged. Note that different ports of the charging station can output different power (for example, 1.5 A and 2.1 A). In this case, the highest power strength is usually indicated.

— Power. The maximum output power in watts (W) that the charging station is capable of delivering through the USB A connector to one charging device.

USB A (quick charge)

Full size USB A ports with fast charging support. It allows you to charge your smartphone, tablet or other connected device much faster. The charging process takes place at increased power, and the current and voltage at each stage are regulated in such a way as to remain within the optimal values. However, it should be borne in mind that in our time there are many fast charging technologies and not all of them are compatible with each other.

- The strength of the current. The parameters of the current issued through the USB A fast charging connectors. Note that different voltage and current parameters can be output to different ports of the charging station. This item specifies the current values at a certain voltage (for example, 5 V / 3 A, 9 V / 2 A, 12 V / 1.5 A).

— Power. The maximum power in watts (W) that the charging station is capable of delivering through the USB A fast charging connector to one charging device. High output power allows you to speed up the charging process. However, the appropriate power must be supported by the device being charged - otherwise the speed of the process will be limited by the characteristics of the gadget.

USB C

USB type C ports are smaller than classic USBs, and they also have a convenient reversible design that allows you to connect the plug in either direction. USB type C was originally designed to be able to implement various advanced features: increased power supply, fast charging technologies, etc.

Since the port is relatively new and quite powerful (there are USB type C with a power of 60 W and even 100 W), the total number of such connectors is often limited to 1 port, less often two).

- The strength of the power. The maximum power output through the USB type C connector to a charging device. Note that different ports of the charging station can output different power (for example, 1.5 A and 2.1 A). In this case, the highest power strength is usually indicated.

— Power. The maximum power in watts (W) that the charging station is capable of delivering to one rechargeable gadget. The high output power of the USB type C port allows you to speed up the charging process. However, the appropriate power must be supported by the device being charged - otherwise the speed of the process will be limited by the characteristics of the gadget.

DC output

The presence of a DC connector (or several such outputs) in the device to power external gadgets with direct current. The standard DC jack is round and has a pin in the center. However, its dimensions may differ in depth and diameter. The voltage output to the DC output may be different. The most popular options are 18 - 20 V for powering laptops, 12 V for various specialized devices and automotive electrical accessories.

Battery capacity

Nominal battery capacity, in fact - the amount of energy that is supposed to be stored. The larger it is, the longer the battery life of the charging station will be, all other things being equal. On the other hand, this parameter also affects the dimensions, weight and price of the battery, despite the fact that an energy-intensive battery is not always required. By the indicator of capacity in watt-hours, you can compare batteries with each other.

Charging time (socket) ≈

Time to charge the portable power station from a fully discharged state to 100% charge when using the power adapter from a household outlet. This refers to the original battery and standard charger.