BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 vs EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
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Our verdict
Two of the best compact LiFePO4 stations, almost evenly matched: both hold about 290 Wh, deliver 600 W and are rated for 3,000 cycles. The BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 is about a pound lighter (9.5 vs 10.4 lb), has a faster 140 W USB-C port for laptops and a slightly lower list price ($279.99 vs $299).
The EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus publishes a 1,200 W surge rating (BLUETTI quotes only a 1,500 W power-lifting mode for resistive devices), has a third AC outlet and accepts an extra battery that takes it to 858 Wh. If you only charge phones and laptops and want the lightest option, pick the Elite 30 V2. If you might run a small motor load or want room to grow, pick the RIVER 3 Plus.
Based on manufacturer specs and list prices checked Oct 13, 2026.
Where the BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 wins
- Lighter (9.5 vs 10.4 lb)
Where the EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus wins
- Faster solar charging (220 vs 200 W input)
- More AC outlets (3 vs 2)
Spec by spec
| Spec | BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 | EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 288 Wh (better) | 286 Wh |
| Continuous AC output | 600 W | 600 W |
| Surge / peak output | — | 1,200 W |
| Battery chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Rated charge cycles | 3,000 | 3,000 |
| Lifetime energy (capacity × cycles) | 864 kWh (better) | 858 kWh |
| Weight | 9.5 lb (better) | 10.4 lb |
| Energy per pound | 30.3 Wh/lb (better) | 27.5 Wh/lb |
| AC outlets | 2 | 3 (better) |
| Max USB-C output | 140 W | — |
| Max solar input | 200 W | 220 W (better) |
| Wall charge to 100% | — | — |
| Expandable to | — | 858 Wh |
| List price at maker | $279.99 | $299 |
| Runs a full-size fridge | Too much power | Borderline |
| CPAP nights (40 W, 8 h) | 0 | 0 |
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