EcoFlow RIVER 2 240
#11 in SmallFull review
A small, quick-charging LiFePO4 station for phones, laptops, lights and a router during short outages. Fine for a weekend of camping without high-wattage appliances.
Amazon $279 EcoFlow $219$219
The EcoFlow RIVER 2 240 is the better portable power station overall, rated 3.6 to 3.2. The EcoFlow RIVER 2 240 leads on battery life, AC output and features. The EcoFlow TRAIL Plus 300 DC wins on portability and value. The EcoFlow TRAIL Plus 300 DC costs $20 less ($199 vs $219).
EcoFlow TRAIL Plus 300 DC
#24 in SmallFull review
A light DC-only station for campers who want a built-in light and app control. Choose the TRAIL 300 DC instead if long battery life matters more than weight.
Amazon $199$199
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 RIVER 2 240 for battery life (LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty vs NCM, 3-year warranty), AC output (300 W continuous AC vs No AC outlets (DC only)) and features (UPS (30 ms), app vs 140 W USB-C, app).
- Choose the EcoFlow TRAIL Plus 300 DC for portability (127 Wh per kg (5 lb (2.3 kg)) vs 70 Wh per kg (7.7 lb (3.5 kg))) and value ($0.69 per rated Wh vs $0.90 per rated Wh).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every small portable power station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | EcoFlow RIVER 2 240 | EcoFlow TRAIL Plus 300 DC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 61 $0.90 per rated Wh | 79 $0.69 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Battery life 15% | 91 LiFePO4, 3,000 cycles, 5-year warranty | 20 NCM, 3-year warranty |
| AC output 15% | 41 300 W continuous AC | 0 No AC outlets (DC only) |
| Charging speed 10% | 95 0-100% on AC in 1 h | 50 full AC charge time not published (neutral score used) |
| Portability 10% | 45 70 Wh per kg (7.7 lb (3.5 kg)) | 100 127 Wh per kg (5 lb (2.3 kg)) |
| Solar input 5% | 36 110 W max solar input | 27 110 W max solar input |
| Features 5% | 55 UPS (30 ms), app | 40 140 W USB-C, app |
Specifications
| EcoFlow RIVER 2 240 | EcoFlow TRAIL Plus 300 DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | ||
| Rated capacity | 243 Wh | 288 Wh |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | NCM |
| Cycle life | 3,000 to 80% | - |
| Expandable | No | No |
| Output | ||
| AC output | 300 W (600 W surge) | None (DC only) |
| Boost mode (resistive loads) | 600 W | - |
| AC outlets | 2 total | 0 |
| 120V 15A outlets (NEMA 5-15R) | 1 | - |
| 120V 2-prong outlets (NEMA 1-15R) | 1 | - |
| AC waveform | Pure sine wave | - |
| USB-C ports | 1 (60 W) | 3 (up to 140 W each) |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| 12 V car outlet | Yes | Yes |
| DC5521 ports | 0 | 0 |
| UPS / pass-through | Yes (30 ms switchover) | No |
| Charging | ||
| AC charging | 360 W | - |
| Full AC charge time | 1 h | - |
| Max solar input | 110 W | 110 W |
| Solar input voltage | 11-30V, 8A | - |
| Car charging | 100 W | 110 W |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 7.7 lb (3.5 kg) | 5 lb (2.3 kg) |
| Dimensions | 9.6 x 8.5 x 5.7 in | 8.11 x 4.53 x 4.84 in |
| App | EcoFlow app (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth) | EcoFlow app |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2022-11 | 2025-08 |