EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
An even mix for a phone, a laptop, and a light, and light enough to pick up with one hand.
Who it's for
- A phone, a laptop, and a light.
- A short trip, if you charge it before you leave.
Who it's not for
- A kettle or a microwave.
- A fridge through an outage.
Pros
- The battery can take an add-on pack.
- UPS switchover is about 10 ms.
- It can charge from a solar panel, up to 220 W.
- A laptop can charge from the USB-C port, up to 100 W.
Cons
- Continuous output is under 1,500 W.
Key specs
| Capacity | 286 Wh |
|---|---|
| Output | 600 W |
| Weight | 10.4 lb · 4.72 kg |
| Ports | AC outlets x 3, USB-C x 1 up to 100W, USB-A x 2 |
| Wall charge | About 1 hours |
| Dimensions | 9.2×9.1×5.8 in |
| Solar voltage | 11–55V (car/solar shared input band per PDP car input) |
| Noise | 30 dB · EcoFlow |
| Brand tech | X-Stream; X-Boost |
ALLPOWERS VOLIX P300
The lowest price that still covers a phone, a light, and a small fan.
Who it's for
- A phone, a light, and a small fan.
- A lower price, if those devices are enough.
Who it's not for
- A laptop for a long work session.
- A longer outage, or more devices at once.
Pros
- UPS switchover is about 20 ms.
- It can charge from a solar panel, up to 110 W.
- A laptop can charge from the USB-C port, up to 100 W.
- The easiest of these picks to carry.
- The lowest list price of these picks.
Cons
- Continuous output is under 1,500 W.
Key specs
| Capacity | 256 Wh |
|---|---|
| Output | 300 W |
| Weight | 7.87 lb · 3.57 kg |
| Ports | AC outlets x 1, USB-C x 1 up to 100W, USB-A x 2, 12V car outlet |
| Wall charge | About 1 hours |
| Dimensions | 10.2 x 8.2 x 4.9 in |
| Solar voltage | 11–30V XT60 (GearRanking; confirm) |
BLUETTI Elite 30 V2
Enough stored energy for a phone, a laptop, and a light.
Who it's for
- A phone, a laptop, and a light.
- More than one device at the same time.
Who it's not for
- A kettle or a microwave.
- A whole-house backup.
Pros
- UPS switchover is about 10 ms.
- It can charge from a solar panel, up to 200 W.
- A laptop can charge from the USB-C port, up to 140 W.
Cons
- Continuous output is under 1,500 W.
Key specs
| Capacity | 288 Wh |
|---|---|
| Output | 600 W |
| Weight | 9.48 lb · 4.3 kg |
| Noise | 30 dB · BLUETTI |
| Brand tech | UltraCell; TurboBoost; BLUETOPUS; PowerArmor; HyperWatt |
Compare the specs
Our best picks come first. The Also worth a look models follow.
| Model | Role | List price | Capacity | Output | Weight | Brand tech |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus | Best overall | $299.00 | 286 Wh | 600 W | 10.4 lb · 4.72 kg | X-Stream; X-Boost |
| ALLPOWERS VOLIX P300 | Best budget | $139.00 | 256 Wh | 300 W | 7.87 lb · 3.57 kg | Not listed |
| BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 | Best for backup | $289.99 | 288 Wh | 600 W | 9.48 lb · 4.3 kg | UltraCell; TurboBoost; BLUETOPUS; PowerArmor; HyperWatt |
| Jackery Explorer 300 v2 | Also worth a look | $279.00 | 288 Wh | 300 W | 8.16 lb · 3.7 kg | Not listed |
| Jackery Explorer 300 | Also worth a look | $289.00 | 293 Wh | 300 W | 7.1 lb · 3.22 kg | Not listed |
| BLUETTI Elite 10 | Also worth a look | $119.00 | 128 Wh | 200 W | 3.97 lb · 1.8 kg | UltraCell; TurboBoost; BLUETOPUS; PowerArmor; HyperWatt |
| DJI Power 500 | Also worth a look | $299.00 | 512 Wh | 1,000 W | 16.1 lb · 7.3 kg | Not listed |
Pick by size
Start with the size. The link is the pick in that range.
| Size | Capacity | Pick |
|---|---|---|
| Small | Under 500 Wh | EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus · Best overall |
| Mid | 500–999 Wh | No pick in this range. |
| Large | 1,000–1,999 Wh | No pick in this range. |
| XL | 2,000 Wh and up | No pick in this range. |
Runtime estimates
About how long these picks run common devices. Loads that matter most for this page come first. Estimate, not a measurement: rated watt-hours × 85% ÷ the device's watts. Temperature, startup, and conversion loss change the real time.
| Device | EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus | ALLPOWERS VOLIX P300 | BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small fan (10 W) | About 24.3 hours | About 21.8 hours | About 24.5 hours |
| Phone fast charge (15 W) | About 16.2 hours | About 14.5 hours | About 16.3 hours |
| CPAP (40 W) | About 6.1 hours | About 5.4 hours | About 6.1 hours |
| Car fridge (60 W) | About 4.1 hours | About 3.6 hours | About 4.1 hours |
| Laptop (65 W) | About 3.7 hours | About 3.3 hours | About 3.8 hours |
| Electric kettle (1,000 W) | Can't run this. | Can't run this. | Can't run this. |
Also worth a look
Other models close to these picks.
Jackery Explorer 300 v2
$279.00 · 288 Wh · 300 WThe same rated capacity as BLUETTI Elite 30 V2, at a lower list price.
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Jackery Explorer 300
$289.00 · 293 Wh · 300 WMore rated capacity than BLUETTI Elite 30 V2, at a lower list price.
See all the specs
BLUETTI Elite 10
$119.00 · 128 Wh · 200 WLess rated capacity than ALLPOWERS VOLIX P300, at a lower list price.
See all the specs
DJI Power 500
$299.00 · 512 Wh · 1,000 WMore rated capacity than BLUETTI Elite 30 V2, at a higher list price.
See all the specsHow this list was built
Every model on this page is held to the same short set of rules for this job. Score formula and site-wide rules are on How we review.
Questions
What is the best portable power station under $300?
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus (286 Wh, 600 W, 10.4 lb, listed at $299) is the pick here. Every model on this page stays at a $300 list price or less.
How much capacity can I get in this price range?
On this list the overall pick is 286 Wh. The budget pick, ALLPOWERS VOLIX P300, is 256 Wh. The highest-capacity pick here is BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 at 288 Wh. Expect phones and a laptop on the small end; a cooler needs one of the larger packs in the band.
What loads can the overall pick handle?
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus lists 600 W continuous and 1,200 W peak. Keep each device under continuous watts, and size watt-hours for how long you need them.
What is the best budget alternative on this page?
ALLPOWERS VOLIX P300 (256 Wh, 300 W, 7.87 lb, listed at $139) is the budget pick. You give up some capacity versus EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus, and you keep a lower list price.
Do all models stay under $300?
Yes. A model drops off this review if its checked US list price is above $300. Street prices change — confirm the live price before you buy.
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