The All New Ecoflow river 2 solar generator and 110w portable solar panel

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

ECOFLOW 110W Portable Solar Panel amzn.to/3fNrPg3 ECOFLOW Portable Power Station RIVER 2, amzn.to/3hgn7Yn Everything i use in my camper van you will find here www.amazon.co.uk/shop/melsvanworld buy me a coffee and i will send you a sticker . your support is really appreciated www.buymeacoffee.com/BigVanSmalWorld

[@RVingwithG]

Mel, great review. I love my Delta pro as well.

[@jumambewe1780]

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[@user-td8bz4qp3g]

Hi Mel after watching this and seeing your live last weekend I thought I’d share this with you! I have a Ecoflow can’t remember which model But this is my tip for making the most use of these power banks. I work as a home delivery driver for a large supermarket chain. So take my Ecoflow into work and plug it into the 12v socket in the van I’m driving and by the end of my shift it’s normally fully charged. Then I use it at home to run my tv 📺 charge phones,iPad and MacBook then take it back to work on my next shift and charge it again. I did ok this with my boss but as I’m only using the 12v in the van I’m not costing the company any money 👍

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

That’s brilliant buddy 👍👍👍

[@jackspratt4343]

I guess you pay for thebvan diesel then.

[@feralfreebirds]

Oooh you answered my question, altho was going to ask can I plug into the split charger so charges power station, but I'd just plug into the fag lighter?????

[@jimrodda]

Hi Mel, you should have said that the Ecoflo solar panel was a 100w, I only noticed because it was on the box, but the power station looks great.

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Good call!

[@feralfreebirds]

But could you plug a 200wt panel with the power station?

[@btg6222]

I can’t find this on your store link only jackeral

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thanks for letting me know hears a fresh link ECOFLOW 110W Portable Solar Panel amzn.to/3fNrPg3 ECOFLOW Portable Power Station RIVER 2, amzn.to/3hgn7Yn

[@tommotomlinson3370]

What a cracking little unit, perfect for light use 👍.....my Bluetti arrived yesterday, cheers for the discount code Mel 👌

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Nice one👍🤓👍

[@MaxmadV8]

That looks like a fantastic bit of kit Mel! I'm currently looking for something similar and your video pops up! Take care mate!

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thanks 👍

[@robertdurhammusic]

Nice mate. Saw this was coming a while back looking to get the river max 2. They sat back and took the best from leading generators.

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Couldn't agree more 👍

[@katcankan7129]

Just climbed into bed knackered & there you are 🤣😉💜

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

That’s a nice thought 😝😂🤣

[@UrbanVanlife]

Great bit of kit this

[@Niesha266]

We have used the kzbin.infoUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y for probably 30 hours with our camper and it’s been great! The noise level is really only noticeable when running the AC and other appliances like the microwave, hair dryer, or coffee pot. It’s not huge like other ones and it has wheels so even at 90lbs, I can move it!

[@philcorp1213]

Well done Mel for all info you give. The testing is positive. I will be honoured to tell others as usual when i see them stuck for information. I always mention (subscribe) and let them know what they will achieve. Hi to Becky

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you buddy 👍🤓👍

[@gazgringe2598]

Good vid thanks. looking at the solar panel (probably the 160w). I intend to connect the solar to the leisure battery under the drivers seat. I have a VW campervan and just looking to keep the lights on, charge the phone and the fridge. The question I have is, what portable inverter would be best to attach to the leisure battery so that my wife can charge her laptop. If the price is too much or not competitive, I will look at the Eco flow river 2. any advice is welcomed

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Go for it!

[@stevenojobs7492]

Ecoflow really did improve the River 2. Now it charges faster than ever and would only need an hour to fully charge.

[@feralfreebirds]

I was looking at the 1st one to buy, then saw mels video yesterday- n there's a £50 difference, n wondering if its worth going with river 2, as the person who recommended their 1st was very happy with it ! Do you know if I can plug any make solar panel into it, rather than buying theirs ?

[@QnA22]

But can you use it to cook? Maybe a camping induction plate?

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Yes you can 👍

[@katcankan7129]

An excellent review Mel. Send my regards to Rebecca. Good night 😴

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you! Will do!

[@aaron6235]

If you want to charge the ecoflow stealthfully then use the USB type c port. The fan won't pop on. Or you can flip everyone off and let them hear the fan for 60 minutes 😀

[@IbHustln]

The f*cks I give drain along with the battery level of the Ecoflow...

[@ticklesmcqueen2702]

Did the solar panel come with the x60ti cable inculded?

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Yes 👍

[@DaveTheDasher77]

Great stuff Mel,

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@andrewmillerphotography]

Does the cool box draw more at the start up with 240v than 12v before it gets to temp and then goes onto trickle?

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Yes 👍

[@zenzen9131]

Another great video Mel :)

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you!! 😊

[@005musicschool]

Can you solar charge and have a device plugged in pulling power at the same time?

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

yes you can. Its known as through charging hope this helps

[@luap1983]

What feature do you need on these power bricks to replace a leisure battery?

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Bluetti AC 200 max is all you need 👍

[@jujujay]

Happy Xmas & Good film dude! Q for you?! Have you tried the app / Wifi from outside your van say at the bar and wanted to turn something on to warm up? And How long to change up from your 110w SP ? Thanks

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Good question I’ll have to do some more research happy new year

[@jujujay]

@@BigVanSmallWorld thanks dude

[@uptowndisco2]

Do you think it would manage to run a diesel heater from the cig port ?

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

No definitely not

[@soviet1918]

I have a question if i may and please forgive me if this is a daft thing to ask cos im new to all this lol , Gonna buy the River 2 generator but thing is ive seen your rubber solar panel for £149 110w , also seen one for 45w for £79 .. would i be right in thinking the 45w is fine it's just it would take longer than the 110w one?

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Correct 👍

[@jacquelinejohnson7541]

Thanks for this I've just bought one ,I didn't know how to read the front as dyslexia a bit ,so Ur ViDIEO helped thank U,I needed to buy as XT60 cable for solar charging on a 60watt solar panel ,also I have to buy a plug and lead to try charge on the C usb port am not sure what to buy maybe a 45w charger plug up 60watt they say, not sure what the leads called if U can help with what I have to get for C port charge would be a great help thank U 👍🤗🙏💖🇬🇧

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

I’m so very sorry to say I really don’t understand what you’re asking unfortunately I don’t have that power bank anymore I have it away

[@TheKinlock]

Hi Mel could this power a tap and lights maybe a phone over a few days thank you

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Potentially 👍

[@ianwinfield861]

Hi Mel. Thanks for the review. I see that the 12 V cigar lighter style output is only 8 Amps. I have a tyre pump which has a maximum amperage of 10 Amps. Do you know if this means the River 2 would still power it, but at a reduced power? I cannot find the pump's minimum amperage. Best wishes, Ian.

[@alikeskin37]

How many hours will full with this panel to this river 2?

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

I have no idea 🤷‍♂️

[@KingstonHomeMaintenance]

Just wanted to throw this out there bud, you said it had wifi and bluetooth, so we know bluetooth will only work whilst in range so will the ecoflow connect to your network in the van then can the app control it whilst you are out of range of bluetooth thus using a WiFi connection? Thanks bud

[@DunkfaeOotnAbootWiUs]

Quick question Mel lol can you use other solar panels with the Ecoflow river and if you can how easy or hard is it ?

[@feralfreebirds]

That's what I would like to know too

[@DunkfaeOotnAbootWiUs]

@@feralfreebirds I now know you can

[@feralfreebirds]

Cheers Dunk fae out n about 👍

[@jasontibbitts5231]

Hi Mel great review as always! Have Blueitti sent you an EB3A yet would love to see that review?

[@travel-van-world6312]

What a great compact machine 🌞😎

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

It really is!

[@btg6222]

What happens to all these eco you get send em back or sell em

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

I keep them

[@garethsmith5726]

Another great review Mel 👍

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you 😁

[@r33gts]

Hi Mel, you didn't check the most important feature for us... what is the max charge rate on 12v, and /or solar? Btw I think you meant 60w not 60amps on the usb c 👍cheers for all your enthusiasm 😊

[@markanthony2040]

It seems pretty good, nearly £600 for the unit and solar panels,...Still a fair bit of money for those on a tight budget, but then again you don't have to have solar i suppose, but you would still need access to power, so not really convinced, the Jackery Explorer 500 is less, so i guess its a matter of choice,..Great review tho,...🙏

[@davidbrough2822]

Could this charge the Eleglide Tankroll ebike ?

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Yes if it’s sunny 😎

[@davidbrough2822]

@@BigVanSmallWorld I meant, if the ecoflow was charged up, (by solar or other) could that charge the Tankroll .

[@DA11NOON]

Great Review 👍

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thanks! 👍

[@chrisneville7310]

You must of upset Bluetti Mel😂 they recently released the EB3A,, it's that good I bought one and makes the river 2 look mediocre + 40 mins 80% charge,No brick,UPS function 200w solar input a 600w inverter and it's currently connected to a120 amp 24v battery to expand the battery capacity. I could even charge it with my Dewalt battery's if the sun don't shine 😁 but the main reason I bought it is for the UPS function.

[@rutlandboy]

Agree Chris, the EB3A is a great little unit. Hopefully Mel will review one soon. I bought the EB3A to supplement the leisure battery in my T5 LWB campervan and am very pleased with it's performance so far.

[@chrisneville7310]

@@rutlandboy Definitely Paul, Probably not many of them I'd recommend unless you like throwing money away. I watched Mel's latest vid on the ac200p and charging it off the alternator at 150 watts 😭 and worrying about it lasting. Give me a good B to B anyday. It's Ok shilling them up when your getting them for free.😁

[@chrisneville7310]

@@rutlandboy I've been doing some testing with the ups function and I'm well impressed, It will pull 600 watts off of the grid without touching the battery, giving you the option to add 200 watts of solar. You could even implement a 600,12 volt inverter and charge the leisure batteries when driving, I've been testing this with a Sterling pro charge ultra 24v at 840 watts it overloads but eases with 20amps at 560 watts

[@takoflame4948]

good luck getting warranty claims with them lol

[@chrisneville7310]

@@takoflame4948 I'll pull it in bits and try fault find it. I enjoy playing. I'll still have a usable battery at worst. I agree with you though and would never pay thousands for any all in one system.

[@LinasR]

Fan wont start if you set input power to 100W (might even handle 150W)

[@donky75]

Can you run a kettle of it

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Yes 👍

[@rebeccazohra]

The wattage is amazing and the panel looks great, just the price is preventing me from getting it 😂

[@WhipperdeetsAdventures]

Great review bud. Could always sound deading a bag to put it in side to charge in a coffee shop hopefully for more stealthy 😊 Looks amazing bit of kit bud. There getting better each time ☺️🧡 Bud will it run the induction hob? 😊

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

I don’t think it will buddy

[@WhipperdeetsAdventures]

@@BigVanSmallWorld oh that’s ashame :( looks great apologize for this stupid question I know you made a video somewhere but I can’t remember which size you need to run an induction hob? Sorry bud

[@Luffyyyyyyyyyy]

Ürünlerden hala memnun musunuz ? Bazı videolarda solar panelin yüzeyindeki katmanın kalktığı söyleniyor. Sizde böyle bir problem oldu mu ?

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

I gave it away

[@Luffyyyyyyyyyy]

Memnun kalmadınız mı ?

[@nikoloko5561]

Hi Mel great review one question would this boil a 240 kettle? Thanks for all time and effort take care 👍😎

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

I think so!

[@r33gts]

Not unless the kettle was rated less than 600watts it wouldn't. 👍

[@nikoloko5561]

@@r33gts cheers 👍

[@kodithebear]

That’s impressive

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you 😊

[@markg-town8150]

Thanks for the info 🤝

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

No problem 👍

[@skookumjack]

Great review, Mel! 👏 . These new powerpacks are getting better and better. How does the solar panels stack up against the 'normal' ones?

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

They’re just as good 👍

[@danielteegarden8982]

what about the solar panel ?

[@admialic]

Can i put 160w panel ecoflow and pair with eco flow river 2?

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Potentially

[@art969bones]

Currently unavailable on your Amazon link Mel😟

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thanks for letting me know hears a fresh link ECOFLOW 110W Portable Solar Panel amzn.to/3fNrPg3 ECOFLOW Portable Power Station RIVER 2, amzn.to/3hgn7Yn

[@chrisneville7310]

£320 for a 120 watt solar panel 😂

[@kevinbrookes2032]

Hello Mel, I have just received the River2 + solar panels exactly as in this video BUT no cables to connect the (+ & - cables with wierd connections) to the River2 Can you advise and did you get the long connecting cable with your delivery Sorry to sound stupid but 73 YO and losing my eyesight. Thank you Kevin

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Hi Kevin you should have received everything that you needed from them I’d get in touch with them and complain 👍

[@kevinbrookes2032]

Hi Mel - do you know where I can get a 3 metre connecting cable???@@BigVanSmallWorld

[@retnav92]

The EF solar panels work great, and the cases for them work nicely as cases, however, imo they're terrible as a prop/stand for the panels. I'd prefer an attached fold-out "kickstand" style on the rear of the panel, such as the Jackery and some others have. I have two River 2's, and they're handy for at home and camp use.

[@thegsx-r7509]

Can anyone help? I’m looking for a DC5521 to DC5525 cable I understand that these are supplied with the EcoFlow. Has anyone got one for sale in the UK. Thanks

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

good luck

[@richardturner4950]

Mel, what is the max poss solar input and can the unit be used and charged simultaneously? If you haven't already, check out "me and mon ami" charging their Citroen Ami with a Bluetti unit. It's also a brilliant channel in its own right.

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

You will find all the information you need in the links

[@feralfreebirds]

Hi Mel ( Chirpy cheza nomad- changed my channel to my stall name) not caught up with you for ages, hope ur well ? How funny just looking to buy one of these, as someone recommended it! Iv just dismantled the interior of my van ,to do big restoration/ welding, then rebuild after 15yrs, very excited!! Rearrange everything etc, I'm going to be posting my progress too on my chanel please follow for some laffs 😂! My question is can I plug any solar panel into it, as found some cheaper ones ( I can afford) that fold, as not putting on my roof !! I'm looking to power my stall lights for 3 nights at festys, my string of lights are actually 240 plug, so may try see if I can buy bright 12vot string instead ( my stalls 3 x4 mtre, good to see you bab 👌👍😊

[@tonyblake642]

My Bluetti EB3a also has a built in charger, just plug in the 240 lead.

[@sixgearsvanlife7868]

so true

[@rogerjob2780]

Thanks 😎🍷🚍⚓️🇬🇧👍

[@denisecafferky2248]

Nice

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

🙏 thank you

[@kevinp1948]

Allpowers s2000 the mains plug straight in back

[@bridgeworld1]

Me too.

[@CharliesVanlife]

Great review mell thanks for sharing 😉🙏🙏🙏🤙👊💯😁

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

My pleasure!!

[@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204]

good vid rthanks lee

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Glad you enjoyed it👍

[@hunter00047]

The problem with this unit is that it won't power your diesel heater on startup .

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Apparently not 🙃

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

It won’t

[@raab3555]

Yet the jackery will as show by Mel🤔would a bigger ecoflow unit do the job?

[@mike-roy]

Another battery in a box review lol

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Yep 👍

[@FinnRenard]

Charging stealthily in a coffee shop. You mean stealing?

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Yeah yeah

[@movingon5951]

The Ecoflow river 2max is not a good product, mine would not charge on the first try, not with the wall outlet, car adapter or USB. Nothing works and the complaints are everywhere about these units.

[@Chris66able]

That's odd because I'm looking to get the river 2 max now, and I've scoured the net and only found about 3 complaints out of hundreds of reviews.

[@misolgit69]

you may wish to check out Gareth and Zoe on KZbin they're quite fond of Ecoflow devices help you get the non professional point of view 🤟