EF ECOFLOW Portable Power Station RIVER 3 Plus, 286Wh LiFePO4 Battery, 3 Up to 1200W AC Outlets, <10 MS UPS, Expandable to 858Wh, <30 dB Quiet, 1Hr Fast Charging Solar Generator for Outdoor Camping/RV

I’ve been using the EF ECOFLOW Portable Power Station RIVER 3 Plus for a variety of purposes, and it’s become an indispensable part of my daily routine. From phone charging to router and security camera backup, and even pairing it with both the 45W solar panel that came with it and the Renogy 200W Shadowflux panel, this setup has been reliable, efficient, and incredibly easy to use.Phone Charging StationAs my primary phone charging station, the RIVER 3 Plus is perfect for keeping my devices powered throughout the day. It features USB-A, USB-C, and even a 1200W AC outlet, allowing me to charge my phone, tablet, and other devices simultaneously. The 286Wh LiFePO4 battery provides ample power, so I can charge my phone multiple times a day without worrying about running out of juice. The compact design makes it easy to move around, and the fast charging ensures my devices are ready to go quickly when I need them.UPS for RouterAnother key use for the RIVER 3 Plus is as an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for my router. When the power goes out, the RIVER 3 Plus seamlessly switches over to backup power with its <10 ms UPS functionality, ensuring that my internet connection stays live without interruption. This has been a huge benefit during storms or brief outages, keeping my devices connected and my work unaffected. I never have to worry about losing access to the internet or having to reset my router after a power flicker.UPS for Security CamerasThe RIVER 3 Plus also serves as a backup power source for my security cameras. As a part of my home security system, it’s critical to ensure my cameras remain powered during power outages. The RIVER 3 Plus keeps them running reliably, providing peace of mind that my home is always monitored, even during blackouts. Whether I’m away or at home, knowing my security system is continuously backed up by the RIVER 3 Plus gives me confidence that my property is protected 24/7.Solar Charging with the 45W and Renogy 200W PanelsThe RIVER 3 Plus is fantastic on its own, but pairing it with the solar charging options makes it even more versatile. The 45W solar panel that comes with the unit is great for topping off the battery during sunny days. It’s portable and easy to use, just plug it in, set it up, and let it recharge the power station as I go about my day. It’s perfect for short trips or keeping the battery topped up for light use.For longer-term off-grid use or more robust charging, the Renogy 200W Shadowflux panel is a game-changer. It’s highly efficient, especially for partial shade conditions, and charges the RIVER 3 Plus much faster than the 45W panel. With the Renogy 200W panel, I can keep the RIVER 3 Plus powered up for extended periods, making it ideal for longer camping trips or situations where I need a steady, reliable source of power away from grid electricity.Quiet Operation and Ease of UseOne of the best features of the RIVER 3 Plus is its quiet operation—<30 dB, making it ideal for both home and outdoor use. I love that I can charge my devices or power my router and security cameras without any intrusive noise. The system is also incredibly user-friendly. Setting up the power station, connecting the solar panels, and switching between charging options is simple and intuitive.ConclusionThe EF ECOFLOW RIVER 3 Plus has been a fantastic addition to my home and outdoor setup. As a phone charging station, router UPS, and security camera backup, it provides reliable power when I need it most. The solar charging options—both the 45W panel and the Renogy 200W Shadowflux panel—give me the flexibility to keep everything powered sustainably and efficiently, whether I’m at home or on the go. The RIVER 3 Plus is truly an all-in-one solution for backup power and off-grid energy, and I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a quiet, portable, and efficient power source.

We boat this to use on our boat and RV. It has been great so far and we have no complaints except for the solar panels. So far the solar panels have been a disappointment. It needs full completely sun on the entire solar panels in order for it to get a real active charge. It has been winter so it hasn't been as hot, but in full sun we couldn't get any where close to the 45w. Highest charging from the panel's we've gotten is 21w. As spring and summer is coming up we'll continue to update this post to see if we get better charging in full sun.We love the compact design of both the solar panels and box. The not so great part is there is no compartment to carry all the cords you need with you. I think I'll try to add some pockets or something to the solar panels to help with this. Having to carry on the side can be cumbersome, but not a deal breaker. The convenience of this little machine is amazing. This little box provides great power. We tried it with our 600w toaster and it worked perfectly, but we've mainly been using to keep our phones and lights topped off.We will continue to use it and will update as we go.

This River 3 Plus Powerbank also has "fast switching" (<10ms), so it can act as a UPS. My old APC UPS was starting to act funny - the USB ports wouldn't work anymore and the battery didn't last long either. Sure I could've replaced the battery, but the USB's were still an issue. I wanted something that would last longer when power went off, and really wanted lithium technology, but there weren't many reputable options out there. Then I saw this. OMG it's great. Plus, I can expand the battery if I wanted, and it lasts MUCH LONGER than my old Lead-acid battery UPS. I tested the switching and it was flawless. Truly, this is the future of the technology, and as an added bonus - although not my intended use - I can actually use it as a portable power bank whenever I want, including charging it from my car with 12V cigarette lighter, or with solar panels. Longevity remains to be seen, but lithium is known to last much longer, and I'm very pleased with my choice of this product!

This is my first power station and I like it. I used this on a 2 week road trip in the boondocks for work and entertainment. I was running an intel MacBook Pro, 4k portable monitor, and Starlink mini for 4-6 hours a day for work. In the evening, I was watching streaming video on an iPad with the Starlink for about three hours while charging my phone & miscellaneous gadgets. It got the job done, but I’m definitely buying the EB600 battery to go with it, battery anxiety is real. Upgrading my laptop to a more efficient model is on my list as well.As far as connections go, I’d give up an AC outlet and the USB A ports for three or four more USB C ports. Stick a USB A port on back, just in case. (EcoFlow, please, send me a prototype!) I was constantly cable swapping between devices during the workday just to keep all the tech running. A wireless charging pad on top would be nice too.The power station seems very sturdy and the carry handle is a nice touch. It charges quickly on AC or 12V. It’s nice and compact. I stuck it in the corner of my pop up tent, then ran cables out the corner of the door for the solar panel and antenna.The panel is very well designed and built. Don’t count on it for all your charging needs though. 45W is aspirational at best. In full sun, I was able to get 40W out of it. Any shade or an indirect angle cut the output to a trickle and it really didn’t add much to my power budget. I was able to keep everything I needed charged because I was either on the road or had access an outlet every day. I’m definitely investing in more solar so I can go off grid for more than a day or two.