Product Review · Power Stations · #11 Ranked
EcoFlow RIVER 2
Compact · Reviewed by Katie · amazon.com live, Sept 28 2026
Why it scored a 82
256Wh LFP; 300W (600W X-Boost); 0-100% in 60 min. Reliability leads the card at 86; Warranty is the softest number at 66.
What you're getting
- 256 Wh LFP (LiFePO4) battery rated for 3,000 cycles
- 300 W AC output, 600 W with X-Boost for higher-draw devices
- 0-100% AC recharge in 60 minutes
- 7.7 lb weight with a built-in carry handle
- 60 W USB-C, two USB-A, one AC outlet and a 12 V car port
- EcoFlow app control over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- Up to 110 W solar input for off-grid recharging
- 5-year manufacturer warranty on the unit
ViperScore breakdown
Should you buy the EcoFlow RIVER 2?
The RIVER 2 is the cheapest LiFePO4 station we scored, and it's for someone who wants a small, fast-charging battery for lights, phones, laptops and a CPAP. It's the entry point to EcoFlow's ecosystem with a five-year warranty.
Where it earns its score
- 256 Wh LFP, 3,000 cycles. Long-life chemistry at $239.
- 0–100% in 60 minutes. The fastest recharge in the compact class.
- 7.7 lb. One-hand carry.
- X-Boost to 600 W for short bursts; 110 W solar input; app control; 5-year warranty.
What to know first
- 256 Wh is small. Fewer laptop charges than the 288 Wh C300 or Elite 30.
- 60 W USB-C. Slower laptop charging than the 140 W ports on the competition.
- Warranty score 66 despite 5 years. Reflects EcoFlow's claim process, not the term.
Our verdict
The RIVER 2 scores 82, a Good Buy. It's the one to buy at the lowest price; spend $30–60 more for the C300 or Elite 30 V2 if you want more capacity or a faster USB-C port.
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Questions buyers ask
How long does the EcoFlow RIVER 2 take to charge?
About 60 minutes to full from a wall outlet.
What can the RIVER 2 power?
Phones, tablets, laptops, LED lights, a CPAP, a small fan. Nothing with a heating element.
RIVER 2 or RIVER 2 Pro?
The Pro has three times the capacity and more output for about $110 more. If you'll run anything bigger than a laptop, get the Pro.
Ready to check it out?
EcoFlow RIVER 2 · ViperScore 82 · Good Buy · $239.00
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