I Review the EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max 512Wh 500W Portable Power Station

[@AdventureRocks]

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[@bradelliott6208]

Great review! Thanks

[@AdventureRocks]

@@bradelliott6208 thank you

[@steveh4105]

Nice! Perhaps you knowi the unit can be charged with a solar panel. I use the 200 w solar blanket from offgridtrek and a few cables and weekender trips can be extended effortlessly.

[@AdventureRocks]

Thank you. Great idea. Yes on solar :) Spec is 11-50V, 13A, 220W Max

[@taylor33810]

I've heard it takes forever to charge with solar panels. I was all for it until I learned that.

[@Underpantsniper]

I wonder if there's a way to run a trolling motor off of one as emergency backup??

[@AdventureRocks]

@@Underpantsniper great question and great idea too. I double checked and looks like most trolling motors draw a minimum of 20-30A at 12V...some 40-60A. Only problem is the River 2 Max output is 10A on the 12V port. Might be a way to combine some of the outputs with a special cord, but otherwise some of their larger power stations have higher 12V outputs.

[@ducko1988]

Good review, how long would this run two 60w LED work lights for? Is it upto the job? Thanks

[@AdventureRocks]

Thank you for patience. About 4 hrs running 120W (60+60) combined. But, if the lights are true LED bulbs and not incandescent, likely their actual wattage is much lower...maybe 15W or less? So estimating 30W combined with 2 bulbs, closer to 17 hours of runtime. Hope this helps!

[@ducko1988]

@@AdventureRocks thanks!

[@Dan-bj1cz]

Great video. What station would you recommend for a 80Qt Newair 12V cooler

[@AdventureRocks]

@@Dan-bj1cz probably a Delta 2 or Delta 2 Max

[@atorbtech]

Did you test the UPS mode? Some youtubers were saying that the River 2 max doesnt work in UPS mode as claimed. That the switch over delay is causing the PC to shutdown. Can you please confirm

[@AdventureRocks]

Yes, that's actually how I'm using mine as a UPS for home network system. It works flawlessly and the capacity is perfect. It could be that some computers are more sensitive than others though...so might be more of a compatibility with select power supplies and/or motherboards.

[@matthewbuhagiar7559]

Is it good to plug an 800w iron? I need something portable as sometimes i cannot find an electric socket to work the iron.

[@AdventureRocks]

Probably need to step up to a Delta series for an 800W iron. The River 2 Max technically has 1000W of surge power, but that's just for a momentary surge and won't support the long constant draw of an iron. There is also a Delta Mini that has 1000W and that could work too. But, I like to have a lot of "overhead" to ensure and with 800W constant you might find the Delta 2 a better fit: amzn.to/3WDWm1b

[@pattishelton3169]

I just bought this for my cpap and I sure hope it will run it, eight hours would be great but I could probably live with 6 hours. I absolutely can’t live without my cpap so I hope I made the right decision. What can you tell me about using this with a cpap and how do I tell how many amps? Or whatever my cpap is needing. I know you can tell I’m a woman and not very tech savvy at all. I did get the solar panel with mine too. I didn’t think the hookup that came with the solar panel 110 watt? was long enough so I bought one off Amazon 25 feet. Help min videos please. I just read someone else question so I looked on my crap it says 12v 6.67A thank you so much great video.

[@AdventureRocks]

Great question. I don't have experience with a CPAP machine, but I have read that others can easily get a full night on a 512Wh setup like this one here. You'll have to report back and confirm. Thank you for watching.

[@isaacmelendez8202]

I follow the Facebook group, A man uses A Cpap with it & gets 8-13hrs on his

[@RogwinMusic]

How do you connect it to solar panels? One thing you didn't show......... My Jackery has the 8mm , Eco has the Anderson, but it had a cig lighter end....Thank You good video.

[@AdventureRocks]

Great question. It has the XT60 connector on rear for solar.

[@rickfolmar1290]

The cord for the solar panel is in the box with the panels, its easy enough to plug in the panels then into the same orange plug in the unit, It just isnt very long , I put an umbrella over the unit while using the panels, and you can use the unit as it charges. On a bright sunny day it will charge faster than a cloudy one, but it will still charge. 👍

[@joshualee5215]

Can you use the app over data i.e. not over wifi?

[@AdventureRocks]

Yes...bluetooth essentially.

[@leighhitchin1531]

Could I use this item with a sewing machine

[@AdventureRocks]

Great question. Check on the bottom/side of your sewing machine to see if your specific model shows the AMPs or watts. I am not an expert on sewing machines, but it appears that most use 1-1.5amps = 120-180 watts. If that is the case on yours, then this unit would handle it no problem since it supports up to 500 watts.

[@dennissalgado6854]

Good for cpap machine

[@AdventureRocks]

Great point

[@JohnD-w2b]

How any days can you run a cpap machine?

[@AdventureRocks]

@@JohnD-w2b sure, I'll check. On your CPAP machine, does it have a label where it shows how many watts or amps it consumes plus voltage? (Such as 12v 3.0A) If you're able to provide that, I can tell you an estimate.

[@af1023]

@@JohnD-w2b It depends on the level of humidity and the pressure flow settings. I can get 2 solid days of 8 hour sleep with some left over to charge the phone and tablet. Typically I am consuming 17w - 20w for just the CPAP using middle level of humidity. I use a 200w panel to recharge it and usually takes 2 hours during a bright sunny 3-4 hrs when it is fairly drained.

[@daviddorman4625]

Is warranty a true 5 years

[@AdventureRocks]

Depends on market/country, but in USA it's 5 years on River 2 Max.

[@RogwinMusic]

And I forgot to ask , can you run them while charging them… I know the Blues can…..

[@AdventureRocks]

Yes...basically it works as a UPS in that case if plugged in.

[@caseyreed5231]

Even if it can it will shorten battery life. make sure you aren’t drawing more than you are charging as it can overheat.

[@rickfolmar1290]

I have owned tbe river 2 max all summer now. It is really ONLY good for recharging SMALL electronics. (Phone, laptop, lamps and fans). And thats it! No microwave, No air fryer, No hot plate. No small heater, No hair dryer, No full size fridge or chest freezer. Good for light camping only. I suggest not wasting your money on these wimpy power station, and dont get one less than 1800 to 2000 watts, that will actually help you at home during power outage. Like the ecoflow tech delta 2, ( on sale if you can). You'll be happier when you need portable power.

[@AdventureRocks]

Great point. Yes, this one is more for light use under 500W for things like a c-pap machine, charging laptop/tablet, small lights, etc.