EF ECOFLOWSolar Generator RIVER 3 with 45W Solar Panel, 245Wh Portable Power Station LiFePO4 Battery, 300W Up to 600W AC Output, <20 MS UPS, 1Hr Fast Charging Power Station for Outdoor/Camping/RVs

I'm using this as a home UPS for an Intel NUC server, a Vista 20p alarm system, a 10 port USB hub and several external drives, a 16 port ethernet switch, a cable modem and an Asus Wi-Fi router - about 70 watts total most of the time. All of this gear is tucked into an entertainment console with limited space, and this very compact unit fit perfectly. At this load it says it will keep everything alive for over 3 hours.I was a little concerned about the 20ms cutover time for the non-plus model, as most UPSs are rated for 10ms, but it turns out that nothing drops when I pull the power - it is just fine.This unit uses both Wi-Fi and BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) and the BLE interface let me connect it to Home Assistant (HA) via the "EcoFlow BLE (Unofficial)" custom integration and ESPHome (using an Atom Lite S3). That let me use HA to send Pushover alerts to our phones if power drops at home and we are away. Similarly, I have HA shutdown the server cleanly if the battery is down to 10%. (via MQTT and Node-Red). The custom integration means I can use HA to control the UPS locally without depending on the cloud and don't need their app at all once I have the unit set up.Overall this is a slick setup for a low cost.

I recently purchased the EcoFlow River 3 and it came paired with the 45W solar panel, and I have to say, it’s been a fantastic investment. It works great both as a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) and for camping, providing reliable power when and where I need it most.The EcoFlow River 3 has become my go-to UPS for essential devices like my router, laptop, and even a few small appliances. During power outages, it seamlessly switches over to battery power with its <10 ms response time, ensuring that my devices stay powered without any interruptions. I’ve had it power my router and computer for several hours during brief outages, allowing me to keep working and stay connected. The switch from grid power to the River 3 is practically instantaneous, so there’s no downtime, which is critical for anyone working from home or relying on continuous internet access.As a camping companion, the EcoFlow River 3 has been incredibly convenient. It’s compact, lightweight, and powerful enough to run small appliances like a portable fridge, lights, and charge multiple devices at once. Whether I’m using it to power a fan on hot nights or keep my camera and phone charged, it’s a great companion for outdoor adventures. The 45W solar panel that comes with the River 3 is a nice addition, offering a reliable way to recharge the power station during the day when you’re off the grid. It’s lightweight and portable, so it doesn’t take up much room in my pack, and it’s easy to set up. Even on partly cloudy days, it provides enough power to keep the River 3 topped off for daily use.I’ve been impressed with the fast charging of the EcoFlow River 3—it goes from 0% to 100% in just about an hour when plugged into a wall outlet, which is fantastic for a portable power station. When using the solar panel, it charges at a decent rate, allowing me to keep everything powered without worrying about running out of juice. Even with the 45W panel, I’ve found it efficient enough for camping trips, especially when I need to recharge between activities or overnight.Quiet OperationAnother huge advantage is how quiet the EcoFlow River 3 operates. Whether I’m using it at home as a UPS or at the campsite, it runs silently in the background, unlike gas-powered generators. This makes it perfect for use in more tranquil settings, whether you’re indoors or out in nature.Overall, I’m extremely happy with the EcoFlow River 3 and 45W solar panel combination. The panel gets about 35w on my porch but I also connected two 45w panels together to get about 75w consistently. As a UPS, it keeps my critical devices powered during outages without a hitch. For camping, it’s reliable and versatile enough to meet all my power needs while being compact and easy to carry. If you’re looking for a portable power station that’s both reliable for home backup and efficient for outdoor adventures, the EcoFlow River 3 is an excellent choice. It’s a great value for the performance it delivers, and the solar panel is the perfect addition for sustainable, off-grid power. Highly recommended!

I am a user of multiple products from EcoFlow, including one of the original River series power stations. I looked forward to this newest version, the River 3 once they announced it was coming. I was not disappointed.This is a small form factor power station that is good for travel and when you don't have a lot of room but you need something to charge up some of your portable devices or power some small appliances. This weighs in about 10lbs so it is easily moved by most people. Out of the box, I was impressed with the feel of this device. It just seems really well put together. I plugged it into an AC outlet to charge it up and just as advertised, it charged up very quickly.One of the things that I like very much is the accompanying EcoFlow application. When I opened the app, it immediately recognized the new device via bluetooth. Setup on my network was quick and easy and required no real effort on my part. As I looked through the app, one feature that was new to any EcoFlow device that I have seen was a section that showed the current Wifi connectivity. It allows you to verify the connection, see the signal strength, IP address, and even the MAC address. Very handy indeed! It will let you change to a different network, if needed and is just an excellent feature. It is so handy that I even emailed EcoFlow and told them they need to add this to ALL their device applications.I used the River 3 to charge my cell phone and also to power up my laptop, both use USB C connectivity. This is a 300 Watt device with an X-boost up to 600 Watts, so it will handle most small appliances. It is super quiet also. Even when it was charging, I had it in my bedroom while I was sleeping and didn't even hear it.If you need something as a UPS support for a network device or some other small appliance, this device will handle that job. It has 20 MS UPS support, which I tested. It worked flawlessly. I have a network based over the air tuner/DVR that is very sensitive to power outages. It kept going when I unplugged the AC without a hiccup. Very, very pleased with this device and so happy that I made this purchase!