EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus
#14 in Mid-sizeFull review
A fast-charging 1kWh LiFePO4 station for home backup and camping, worth the premium over the DELTA 3 mainly for its 1000W dual solar input and 140W USB-C.
Amazon EcoFlow $719$719
The EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus is the better portable power station overall, rated 4.2 to 4.1. The EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus leads on portability and charging speed. The Dabbsson DBS1000 Pro wins on value. The Dabbsson DBS1000 Pro costs $100 less ($619 vs $719).
Dabbsson DBS1000 Pro
#20 in Mid-sizeFull review
For buyers who want a 1 kWh station that can run high-wattage appliances and grow into a larger home-backup system later. Campers who just need 1 kWh can save weight and money with a non-expandable unit.
Amazon $619 Dabbsson $619$619
Prices were last checked October 24, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus for portability (82 Wh per kg (27.6 lb (12.5 kg)) vs 66 Wh per kg (34.4 lb (15.6 kg))) and charging speed (0-100% on AC in 56 min vs 0-100% on AC in 1 h 36 min).
- Choose the Dabbsson DBS1000 Pro for value ($0.60 per rated Wh vs $0.70 per rated Wh).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mid-size portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus | Dabbsson DBS1000 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 53 $0.70 per rated Wh | 66 $0.60 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 70 85% of rated capacity delivered (2 tests) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 100 LiFePO4, 4,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 100 Semi-solid-state LiFePO4, 4,500 cycles, 5-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 82 1,800 W continuous AC | 88 2,000 W continuous AC |
| Charging speed 10% | 97 0-100% on AC in 56 min | 76 0-100% on AC in 1 h 36 min |
| Portability 10% | 67 82 Wh per kg (27.6 lb (12.5 kg)) | 38 66 Wh per kg (34.4 lb (15.6 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 97 1,000 W max solar input | 100 1,200 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 100 UPS (10 ms), expandable, 140 W USB-C, app | 100 UPS (15 ms), expandable, 100 W USB-C, app |
Independent capacity tests
EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus
| Tested by | Usable AC energy | Of rated | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| StorageReview | 910 Wh | 89% | Full 100%-to-0% discharge; load not specified. Recharge took 1.18 kWh from the wall. |
| The Solar Lab | - | 82% | 1,573W appliance load run for 32 minutes; reviewer reported fan/overheating inconsistency under this load. |
Dabbsson DBS1000 Pro
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus | Dabbsson DBS1000 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 1,024 Wh | 1,024 Wh |
| Tested usable capacity | 875 Wh (85%) | - |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | Semi-solid-state LiFePO4 |
| Cycle life | 4,000 to 80% | 4,500 to 80% |
| Expandable | Yes, up to 5,000 Wh | Yes, up to 5,120 Wh |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 1,800 W (3,600 W surge) | 2,000 W (4,000 W surge) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 2,200 W | 3,000 W |
| AC outlets | 6 total | 4 total |
| 120V 20A outlets (NEMA 5-20R) | 3 | 4 |
| 120V 2-prong outlets (NEMA 1-15R) | 3 | - |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| USB-C ports | 2 (up to 140 W each) | 3 (up to 100 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 3 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 2 | 2 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (10 ms switchover) | Yes (15 ms switchover) |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 1,500 W | 1,200 W |
| Full AC charge time | 56 min | 1 h 36 min (manufacturer comparison table: 0-80% in 60 min; full-charge time not published) |
| Max solar input | 1,000 W | 1,200 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-60V (2 inputs, 500W each) | 12-60V, 25A max |
| Car charging | 800 W | 96 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 27.6 lb (12.5 kg) | 34.4 lb (15.6 kg) |
| Dimensions | 16 x 8.0 x 11 in | 17 x 10 x 9.98 in |
| App | EcoFlow app | Dabbsson app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2024-09 | 2024-06 |