Is THIS the Holy Grail of VAN COOLING? My Brutally HONEST Review of ECOFLOW Wave 2 AC for VAN LIFE!

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In today's video, I'm diving deep into the ECOFLOW WAVE 2 Portable Air Conditioner! Is this the holy grail for van lifers seeking an AC solution on the road? Join me as I uncover the details about its size, power draw, efficiency, and most importantly, if it's worth investing in for your nomadic lifestyle. I'll lay it all out on the table, sharing my unfiltered thoughts to help you make an informed decision.
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[@OverlandOne]

Bob, I installed a walmart Keystone energy star 5,000 btu window ac in my van and it works great from my Bluetti AC200P and 720 watts of solar. It only draws 360-380 watts when the compressor is running, and 60 watts when it switches to just the fan. In eco mode, the compressor does not run much at all, and my hightop conversion van is ice cold. I paid $200, and I have been on the road full time almost a year with no issues thus far. Thanks for all you do for us Nomads Bob. Safe travels.

[@a.w.thompson4001]

Thanks for the info, OverlandOne.

[@winkles-moose2022]

Haha, very true, was just at Walmart, they have a 5,000 btu unit on sale for $150.

[@user-hw6hb4rk9t]

At this stage, I think one of the lower wattage window AC's is the way to go. And fans. And shade.

[@jefftracystoutenburg5315]

So dumb question. Could u run that size air conditioner with something like a 2000 watt small generator? Would that be the same in general as having 2000 watts of solar?

[@harpazo5486]

​. Yes you can certainly do that. I ha a Westinghouse 5000 btu and it uses about 350 running watts.

[@brendan817]

You're the only person on KZbin I've seen give honest reviews for stuff you get for free. It means a lot to us!

[@markbaker5167]

Have you checked out Project Farm?

[@beerdrinker6452]

Project Farm.

[@prladue]

Not even a nomad but I greatly enjoy your videos!

[@tandiparent1906]

I'm not a nomad anymore; but, love Bob's reviews n suggestions for my 288sf tiny house🙂

[@margriet5004]

Not a nomad YET 😊

[@stonemadein]

Thank you for Truly considering us in your reviews. This is just one thing we love you for. Thanks Bob

[@bobandvickiw]

You're the only KZbinr I do trust the reviews. Thank you, for taking massive amount of time & effort on the reviews.

[@dreamcatcherjulie1]

me too!!

[@seanh4841]

True, Bob is one of the few reviewers who can give an honest warts n' all opinion

[@jimbojones9665]

I used to hear stories told a long time ago. They were about something called integrity. It's difficult to recognize, because it's been such a long time, but I think I just saw some.

[@Dan__S]

These honest reviews are Important for the manufacturers to hear, they need to know how a device like this needs to function for the people who are using it.

[@Liberal.Linda.]

Exactly. They should appreciate Bob, not ask him to change his review.

[@dustinwalker1373]

Bob, you are the man! We love your brutally honest reviews and commentary! Keep the info and videos coming.

[@thetwooldpeeps3528]

@@user-sd5ul1jy6ehe did say it could work for a few, you’re just being negative

[@darryllamie3730]

Mabey do a video on a 12,000 but inverter A/C. They are very unique and cost only about $400 bucks with little amp draw. Need an inverter for 120 v but will be less power and cool way better. But must be vented outside just like a window unit. Great videos!

[@brookedolby6853]

It seems that my little swamp-cooler works better than that huge heat producing box. Thank you for your honesty Bob.

[@aedanhickey5264]

So that just a cooler, with a fan filled with ice?

[@eveadame1059]

Moisture from a Swamp Cooler in Humid Areas, Grows Deadly Mold

[@jennyeagan1840]

Had one a few summers ago in an arid place. Worked great. Put out a lot of moisture from the cold ice. Had to sit in front of it. What relief in triple degree days. The air conditioner in that last place was built a bit funky. There was an a/c that was positioned just above the wash machine closet drain pipe. Had place dry towels a few times to monitor the moisture, dampness but this was ok because during on peak hours I could place in front of a portable fan to help cool, or use it for wiping spills or dust.

[@SyntheticStuntMan]

@@eveadame1059 a swamp cooler in humid areas wont work anyway.

[@kathleendittmer2447]

It's great to get your honest review, Bob.

[@jonelder4552]

I found that a small window ac is about the best thing for me, I have a Haier 5000 btu unit that draws about 600 watts at max and an average of 250-400 watts for most of the day and partway into the night. It only cost about $100 new and about an hour and $30ish to mount it so it exhausts to the outside, there are a lot of resources online about how to do this. I did this shortly after you did a video with a fellow in a small travel trailer with a dog, he was really into the solar oven thing too but I forgot his name :( super interesting fellow though. Anyways, 800 watts of solar with a 200 amp-hour lithium battery runs my little ac fine with no problems whatsoever! All the panels and battery, wiring, controller, and the AC was pretty close to the price of just this unit.

[@masshoudy8474]

Can you show a picture of this product? We would be grateful

[@OverlandOne]

I have a Walmart $200 keystone 5,000 btu window ac in my van and it works very well. It is an energy star model, which is important for conserving power, and it draws 360-380 watts when the compressor is running, and 60 when it is not and just the fan runs. In eco mode, which I run all the time, the compressor only kicks on now and then. I power it with my Bluetti AC200P easily with no problems. This unit can make my van ice cold even in the hot Kentucky summer. Many people tell me window units will not last long in a van, and I should have installed a $3,500 unit designed for vans and rv use. We'll, Walmarts are everywhere and if/when it blows up,I will get another one. I have had it a year and so far so good. The truth is, I can buy a new unit every year for 16 years with the money it would have cost me for a "real" roof rv ac unit. I have a picture of my install on my channel where I am showing my diesel heater exterior install if anyone is interested.

[@carmenmarcinkiewicz7149]

What an incredibly gorgeous mountain range behind you!!! WOW!!!

[@believer7733]

I was thinking the same! It’s absolutely stunning!

[@KarensTinyCarCamper]

I was wondering the same thing! Being from AZ i was curious to know where this is.

[@lbrown6859]

Yesss!

[@edwardhoward4708]

My first thought. Where is this?

[@justgivemethetruth]

I was about to say the same thing.

[@veterantraveller-dq4re]

Thank you for putting us first

[@Gest-wg2yb]

Thank you for your honesty The company that really listens to your critiques and manages to provide a product that really meets our needs will make an absolute killing

[@sciologist]

I use a mini swamp cooler I got from Home Depot. Takes 3 gal of water per day, and uses only 60 watts. Works great.

[@Penny-mk7fv]

What’s the brand and model?

[@LadyMissCoppertone]

Which one?

[@RG-hn6dg]

I wish I lived in a dry enough climate to use a swamp cooler. They don’t do anything in Houston.

[@seanh4841]

​@@RG-hn6dgCorrect

[@PrairieNightMoon]

@@RG-hn6dg I'm also in south Texas looking for a way to keep cool with solar. If you come up with anything, please let me know.

[@2nd_of_3]

Glad to see you back on your feet ❤

[@gringoenespanol]

Thanks for not trying to sell us that ball and chain. Guess I'll be chasing 70 degrees.

[@believer7733]

I’m going to be chasing 70 degrees as well! Kinda hard on the east coast of the country but I remain positive!

[@theoriginaldirtbikejoe7636]

Glad to see you again. Watching from Belize. Living in Cayo. I live on my SS. ALL my bills total $800 USD . I live good here that includes a house cleaner. No cold weather and a USD is worth 2 BZD..... Mountains to the sea 2 hrs. Enjoying my life here, come join me.

[@Penny-mk7fv]

What’s the visa situation like?

[@patriciamuskevitsch8359]

And...folks speak English, folks are kind. Roads are narrow.

[@tommackay7433]

Sounds too good to be true. I’d like to hear the downside.

[@joeglennaz]

Start a KZbin channel to tell us all about this I’m interested in this for retirement

[@weareallamericans7358]

Heard Belize has a High Crime situation 🤔

[@mikem9892]

The only thing stopping me from full time van life is the cooling problem

[@nmr6988]

Same here.

[@ReeseL4D]

I briefly contemplated getting an ice cube machine but the nearly 200 watts power is too much for my setup, compared to a USB fan that costs $5 and uses 3 watts. Main thing I learned is, do not park in direct sun, even with solar panels. If the solar panels can block sun and cool the vehicle, then fine. If not, then the amount of power gained from direct sun is not worth the power lost by cooling the added heat.

[@HH_A.M.]

Get a Chinese air conditioner; I bought one for my van when I had it and I loved it. Used less power and cooled it off awesomely for 500 dollars and my 400watt panels and 5 agms @ 100watts had no problem running for hours….

[@jgplmp1984]

*same*

[@journeyhome98]

@@HH_A.M. Do you have a link to that? I have never heard of one. TY

[@deborahanderson5508]

Your honesty is gold and appreciated!

[@joeglennaz]

Thanks, Bob. I really appreciate the fact on you tell us how it can work rather than just telling us well it won’t work or it will work or it’s bad or it’s good because most products have some good and bad or rather they just have normal limitations so I love the fact that you said if you have 700 W, you can use this item and you walk us through the thought process Because the bottom line is machine requires X amount of wattage to run around the clock. And that’s true of any given machine.

[@loriirons9503]

Appreciate your honesty Bob. We need more of that everywhere.

[@user-nk3tt6zt2l]

Thanks for being honest to the folks that NEED good and honest reviews.

[@anonamisdonor9277]

Thank you Bob! ❤

[@dawnmtwild5409]

I've lived in Montana for 63 years I was recently forced out of being able to rent as some people from Idaho bought the home I rent. I am on disability second pacemaker defibrillator... They raise the rent so high that I only have $93. A month left to pay my power phone Van insurance, dog food. I am so thankful I have my van. It is a 1997 Chevrolet Express with a high top. I bought the eco-flow Wave 2 For myself for my 63rd birthday May 11th. It took me a long time to save for it, Now I will save for the battery. I do have a 200 watt solar panel on top of my van, that I used to run my 12 volt fridge/ freezer chest, and it keeps my phone and my tablet charged. Thank you so much for the review, I love every one of your videos. Bob if you get to Montana you let me know 😀

[@dawnmtwild5409]

Also I seen that really hot vent that you can put out the window, someone put like a sleeve over it to Incase that hot hose so that less heat would radiate off it out into the van. I'm going to try that.

[@dawnmtwild5409]

Also my van is not insulated but Montana Summers do not get too hot it's the winter I would worry about . Again I am just thankful to have this Van to move into. Everything else can come on its own time. God is good.

[@csmith9189]

Thanks Bob you’re the Best

[@jefflunt9615]

When it gets that warm out, I think it's time to move north or up in the mountains. A short drive up in the mountains makes a huge difference when you gain altitude. If desperate you can always wet a cloth and put it on your neck and head, and wet your hair and put a fan on, it works. Good honest review as always. Thank you, Bob.

[@chartmann43]

Not if you have a pet. You have to be able to keep them cool and safe inside the van.

[@sovereigns1grace]

Very accurate review. I have one in my 2022 Ram Promaster 1500. I got it and used it last year. It does not have a permanent spot in the van so I kept it on the floor next to my pantry and at night lifted it onto the passenger seat for venting out the passenger window. It is HEAVY!! I'm 67 and not weak, but having to move it from the floor to the seat every day was IRRITATING! But I couldn't live without it. I used it primarily at night so I could get good sleep. I live in San Diego County in the hot inland area. During the day I would drive down to the coast by the beach & find a tree to park under. At night I have obligations inland so the air conditioner was essential at night. Worth it? NO. HEAVY, huge power draw (thank goodness for shore power). Takes up a LOT of space. I felt I was a slave to it. No other options, though. I wish there were. I would sell it but I truly do need it. So, this year I will break my back moving it back and forth from the floor to the seat again. Oh ... and the hoses are a pain and are NOT built to be expanded & collapsed daily. I'm beginning to see cracks in them and will be getting out the duct tape soon. Edited: One other thing not mentioned in the video ... you have to collect the condensate. That's the water that builds up. There is a drain and hose that comes with the unit but you have to have some way to catch that water or it ends up all over the floor. It produces about a gallon over night depending on the humidity where you are.

[@JonTanOsb]

Maybe you could get a longer vent hose, so you could leave the AC on the floor? Jon in rural BC, Canada

[@kitbram2033]

@@JonTanOsbthe problem is the vent hose isn’t insulated so it just heats up the space inside as the hot air passes through. Like a radiator

[@sharonfox7948]

I have a converted E250 Ford van. No high top. I don’t like to be hot…so air conditioning was very important to me. I removed the back window and replaced it with a thick piece of wood paneling…painted white. I cut out a square hole for my 5000 BTU A/C and installed it there. It works great and probably doesn’t use as many watts as that Eco Flo A/C unit. Plus I don’t have to worry about lugging it around or taking up too much space. It certainly would not be any worse of an eye sore as that EcoFlow model either. It’s installed in the back window out of the way of the interior and works great!

[@jeterman29ny]

I absolutely LOVE your honesty! It's why we turn to you over everyone else!!!

[@theroadhome_Liz_Summers]

First, I am a huge ECOFLOW fan and have Wave1 and Wave2 plus their Frig/freezer, River2 Pro and Delta Max 2000. They all work well for me! I use Wave1 and Wave2 in my small house in Montana: low humidity and I use the exhaust hoses with thermal wraps. I don't experience heat from the unit itself, but the exhaust hose - YES, which is why the thermal wrap. I have Wave2 in my "living room" which opens to my bedroom ... a floor fan to move air from living room to bedroom. Wave1 is in my "office" and cools that 11x11 south facing room plus another fan to move air to adjoining kitchen. My house is '85 vintage. I have the aux battery for WAVE2 but at "home", I am plugged in so power is not an issue. BUT, I did test battery and consistently get 7 hours at 90F temps. In my RV, I have used the units for off grid. Now, 33 foot Class A motorhome, 2 slides and I do have a 5K Onan gen but prefer not to use it except to recharge. IDK ... I am very happy with Wave1 and Wave2 in my situation. I am planning on downsizing to ??? and even if a van, I would put Wave2 in passenger area vented out passenger window with cool air hose to living area. I know minimal insulation in a van vs home vs motorhome AND I never intend to be in temps of 100!!! So ... my experience.

[@frederickcarranza839]

This is so true and honest! I have an EcoFlow wave 2, and I pair it with an EcoFlow delta pro, and it really wasn’t all it was cracked up to be. I drive a truck and was hoping to be able to sleep in my cab overnight without idling, so I had some high hopes for it. When I finally got it up and running, my first thoughts were, “That’s it?” It wasn’t really even a hot night, but the machine itself made it warm inside the cab. I guess it drew a lot from my battery (fully charged) so the battery only lasted 4 hours. Even though it said the ambient temperature was down to 60 farhenheit, it was actually blowing out that air, and yet since the hoses were in the same room as me, the hoses heated up and it made me a bit warmer. Also, and not like a lot of people really pay attention to it anyway, both the EcoFlow delta pro and wave 2 generate relatively large electromagnetic fields. It even says in the manual that those people with a pacemaker need to be cautious about spending time around it. That should also say something. Even with shielding, it’s eh because the shielding needs to breathe, meaning that when it cools you down, you still need to find a way to circulate the air, and a fan likely won’t penetrate the shielding unless you place it inside the shield. You sleep with the fan on the outside, though, and you still end up getting too hot. So in a way, the wave 2 creates more problems than it does solutions. While it keeps the cab somewhat cool, it has a slew of other issues (takes up space, EMF field, not really that cool, generates heat through the tubing, heavy power draw, very costly compared to a regular old generator, etc). It’s a great idea, in theory, and to its credit, it is quiet, and no one would have a clue that you have an A/C unit running. It is electric, so hey, it is pumping out less fumes into the air. Obtaining the LiPO4 battery and the way it is produced is very questionable. As for practical applications, it needs more work. I don’t know that I can justify paying $3200 for the bundle pack (that is with the delta pro and wave 2 as my source). Bob is right in that the wave 2 costs less on its own (about $900 when you factor in tax or buy the battery with it, it is currently advertised as $799 as a standalone). Even with a small room, you have to question the ROI. If you save money in rent for a year, and your average rent is $1000 a month, maybe then if you were using it every night and not getting hotel rooms or any storage units, you could recoup the costs quickly, but if you are living a nomadic lifestyle, chances are you will have costs that will be hidden and unusual, things you didn’t have prior. Also, you need to think about the time it takes and the space it takes to set it up. If you don’t have a lot of room, the effort to operate this equipment takes exponentially longer to set up and move around the next day you can walk normally in your own space. The equipment is a bit heavy, so you don’t want to have to move it every day if you can help it. Once you factor those things in and add the cost of the unit(s), you then need to ask yourself how long you are willing to endure those conditions to make the ROI worth it. It’s tough to find out the resultant conditions of these devices without buying one for yourself. But if you do all that work and find you are not suffering too badly and can stick it out for a couple years (anywhere up to however many hot nights you anticipate experiencing), then I would say it is a justifiable purchase and recoups its value. Otherwise, it is not a wise purchase, and you are better off using other methods. Bottom line: this one is a long game, and for particular cases, it can work. However, just as Bob said, for the majority of people, it is not a wise purchase, and you are better off doing something else, even if that means using a regular generator. The numbers need to make sense. I really appreciate Bob taking the time to be honest about these cons, separate of what the companies want him to say. If they are good companies, they’ll take the criticism (“thanks for your feedback,” right?) and grow from it.

[@arvinbrown2808]

Have been looking at this thanks for helping me not waste $$$

[@21stcenturyshowgirl]

yeah the heat is my enemy so much more than the cold. i concur :) thank you for your unboxing.

[@GinaKayLandis]

We trust you Bob. Thank you for doing the review.

[@plantstho6599]

I've looked all over at different ideas for AC. I've also experimented and come up with more elaborate ideas. I'm in an Ext Express. At the end of the day, spending more on a battery system and just getting a window unit seems the best option. I went to the junk yard and bought a spare rear driver's side door with a window (I wanted to experiment and my original didn't have a window cutout). Rear doors are way easier to remove than side barn doors as they have bolts. Side doors are pinned on and a real pain. I saw on Endgame's channel here on youtube that he built a sort of hidaway for his window unit install that made everything look more "stealth" or at least presentable. I'll be copying that for my build and I'm near certain that will be one of the easiest and best looking build's for this purpose. The reason for boxing it in that way is that sometimes I work in more affluent areas with HOA and, as you may know, they look for any reason to fine or kick people out. That sort of install keeps it looking more like a service vehicle.

[@a.w.thompson4001]

Thanks for the info, Plantstho (and Endgame).

[@NoZenith]

Haven't even started the video yet and i'm saying thank you so I don't forget to express my appreciation

[@phildavis6284]

I like your videos, I own one and I absolutely LOVE it. No more miserable days and hot fitful nights. got it on sell 1200 with battery. To me it was one of the best investments I've made.

[@shawnpowelljoseph8748]

Thank you for posting this review. I have owned the Wave 2 with the optional battery for about a year. I travel, live and work from a 19' travel trailer. While I did not initially purchase the Wave 2 to cool or heat the TT, I have tested the unit out in the TT and realized similar results to yours. What I do use the unit for is supplemental cooling for my SUV as I travel with my dog. It works well keeping this small space cool for my pup, but struggles to cool the TT. Should anyone want to make the investment to add this unit to your kit, please know that while it works, there are many concessions that one may want to consider before moving forward. For those who may want to use this unit in an RV or TT, I have found setting it up in the bedroom and closing the door to work well for cooling this room first. I then open the bedrrom door and use well-placed fans to circulate the cooled air. Thanks again for posting your findings. I was beginning to think that my experiences were unique to my particular unit.

[@Nemo_IRL]

Price alone is a no go. Bob don't expect to many companies to ask you to review their products, you're to honest. 👍👍

[@PulpParadise]

The best system we've seen so far is the AC split that Brian reviewed last year. Thank you for being honest and telling us what we need to know, Bob! I can't believe someone actually sent you a request to change your review after it was already posted; that took some nerve.

[@egrace407]

Hey Bob, try the backpack mini split unit! Very curious about that.

[@TheBeardedAxe]

Agreed. Compact enough to work and roughly the same price as this monster.

[@donnafarley3274]

Thank you Bob for being so honest! 🙏😊👍🏼

[@randy1203]

Hello again, Bob it's good to see you up and moving around. Thank you for your honest review. I'm sending a blanket prayer to you now for continued strength and good health. Toledo 💙

[@kensmith2839]

Thanks for another excellent video.

[@jw3843]

I am glad to see an honest review of one of these. I know if you ran it off an ECO Flow PowerStation with the DC connector it would take less power to run. I think most people show it taking about 300 watts that way. But unless you have one dedicated to it and enough solar to power everything, it would still take too much to run it and the space it takes up is important. I went with an 8000 btu Midea u shaped inverter window unit for my trailer, it works but also takes plenty of solar to keep it going all day. But my battery bank is big enough to keep it going all night. At the lowest compressor speed, it takes about 150 watts. At the highest compressor speed, it takes about 900 watts. Most of the time it is between 300 and 500 watts. It cost about $400 after taxes. If I was in the desert, I would probably go with a swamp cooler instead. The best thing about the window unit is that it takes very little space inside my trailer and is powered by my solar setup.

[@krehlcook406]

Bob, I use a Honeywell 300 CFM evaporative cooler. Its on amazon for $219. (Great reviews as well) Here in the low humid west, it works great. Fits right in between front seats and no big tubes. Has a sleep timer so great for getting to sleep on a hot night. Only uses 120 watts and my 200 watt solar and 100 ah lithium run it just fine. However you do need about 1 gallon water for every 2.5 hours used. So if any of your viewers are suffering with heat and live here in the low humid west. This solution works for those on a budget. And is very helpful for getting to sleep! Note. (Dont drive with water in it. It can splash up into its electronics and ruin machine.)

[@waynelast1685]

At least I can count on your honesty. Most KZbin videos just hype up products.

[@Canthus13]

I've found reviews are usually fine. A lot of people mistake paid promotions for reviews, though.

[@waynelast1685]

@@Canthus13 understood there is value still but overall everything is slanted and they don’t express complete reality, not because they are trying to be deceptive, although some are, but just because nobody wants to say anything negative.

[@marlaplunk2833]

First of all, thank you CheapRVliving for the video. It is much appreciated. Secondly, just about every video I'm watching on yt regarding heating/cooling in a van/camper talks about how "well" the units work, but rarely do any of them mention insulation variables. My guess is, the better the insulation, the better the results. I'm planning my camper DIY build with Structural Insulated Panels (SIP) which are extremely efficient, which would help with the power draw of the heat/AC unit tremendously. I just don't know what approach to take yet. I'm a huge fan of mini woodburning stoves for heat (venting out the side, not the top). I've also seen DIY air conditioners using coolers and ice. I'm currently trying to figure out how to make an ice maker work (very low power draw) as the ice source, and then feeding the ice maker with the melted ice from the cooler somehow. Any ideas?

[@cotter9751]

Thanks for testing it, and giving us the context of why it will work for a few, and why it's not reasonable for most. Thanks!

[@josettepaquette6240]

Honesty is the best policy !!! Just a thought Bob, not a nomad here but in heat and humidity would a dehumidifier benefit people - it's smaller and more compact. It seems to help in my house even w/out running the A/C. 90F in the desert and in Florida aren't the same.

[@juliegarfield2685]

Always so entertaining and informative!!!

[@preppinglife624]

I always appreciate your honest reviews!

[@danthesquirrel]

Temperature drops 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit every 1,000 feet of altitude. Anywhere north of San Francisco on the coast will be way cooler in the summer from the arctic ocean water. And a van in the open sun versus in the shade of trees in the forest makes another big difference. Being able to escape the heat in a cold lake or creek makes a difference too. With fairly accurate weather forecasts a week into the future van lifers should be able to drop the temperature of their vans as much or more as an Ecoflow Wave 2 with better planning and driving. Since my avatar is a squirrel I should also mention splooting: Laying on your tummy on a cool patch of ground. I have never had the guts to try this in public but it's a popular option with dogs, cats and squirrels.

[@victoriabaker4400]

The problem with the coast is that there are widespread restrictions along the coast in all 3 states north of SF about overnight parking. Just reminding folks.

[@1shirleynewman]

Thank you Bob. I have a Chevy full size 1/2 ton.

[@amyd1549]

Great vid as always Bob. Thank you for all you do!

[@captaincrustyradio]

You are the BOSS! Love your reviews, sir! Thank you for your time checking out the products. 💯❤

[@a.w.thompson4001]

Thanks for your honest care for others' well being, Bob!

[@gratefulgram]

Thank you for your honest reviews, I greatly appreciate everything you do! Much love and many blessings

[@bigtsperspective5831]

Your channel and yourself are a value to so many others ❤️😎

[@aprildamski8365]

Thank you so much for keeping us informed Bob!

[@AdventuresofMarkyandSparky]

Thank you - finally an honest and helpful review!

[@DefunctDisney]

I think this will work for my teardrop based on your review. Thank you for the heads up

[@freelancelife6704]

Thank you for the honest review(s) and your real world experiences and opinions. So nice to have a trusted resource.

[@travelinvanman706]

I have one of those 12v mini splits, it works great,does well running on my 600v solar charging system..✌

[@Penny-mk7fv]

Nice, you have a Tesla coil? Or is that 600w 😜

[@otterishly777]

@@Penny-mk7fv Or maybe a lightening bolt? 😆

[@meanbean859]

Honest review right there! Thank you!

[@abercrombiefuffufnick6090]

TY Sir, you are a gem! I am just beginning my budget build, with a plan for a very humble, full-time vanlife retirement. I have been seriously considering the Ecoflow 2 for several months and, with the recent "ON SALE" discounts they are offering, was on the verge of pulling the trigger. Though it pains me to have to surrender and need to go back to the drawing board, I cannot afford costly quality of life mistakes.

[@AB-kg6rk]

Love your honesty dude!

[@ramontoro]

Thanks Bob for all the information on New products , that system looks interesting

[@rickymcintosh1152]

Thanks Bob for what you do.

[@BonesAndButtons]

Good for you for sticking to your principles! And giving us reliable information 👍

[@iknowheis]

What a beautiful backdrop you have today!

[@justdawndb]

What a great honest review. It's so very refreshing to hear facts without any nonsense! TY

[@betty27246]

Love your videos....thks for helping people to have a good free life

[@ramonalesafifth1694]

Truly appreciate all you do for others and your honesty Many Blessings Butterfly

[@Ms.Frankenbuilder]

Thanks for the honest review.

[@jasonthemason1971]

I have the first eco wave flow. It’s bigger, 800ah battery. I does cool my ambulance good. I have a designated 200w solar panel on the roof of my ambulance to charge the air conditioner and my various power stations. The new eco flow wave 2 also has heat.

[@Rolling3]

Your honest reviews of the content , truly helps the people living on a monthly income... we all appreciate you're honest breakdowns of items.

[@misi_fuz]

Absolute legend. No bs! Thank you for being clear cut. All the best 🌲

[@TammyCondren]

THANK U FOR KEEPING UR INTEGRITY ON THESE REVIEWS❤👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@user-co3nx7jn4u]

Thanks for being Real and informational !

[@lisawyer7524]

I always look forward to your videos. The reviews are very helpful.

[@gailjohnson6670]

Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.

[@laven111]

Great review Bob

[@OCHO.008]

Great Job !! Love the honest!

[@elaineg4921]

Bob, thanks for your honesty. Blessings always

[@juanr.3314]

Thank you for your honest real life opinion

[@albertmeursault]

Thank you so much for giving us the real deal with these types of products! It is nice to hear such independent reviews, especially with these ‘premium’ brands charging high prices. I am very glad to have stumbled upon this community. Wishing you and the community the best

[@User-cd8ry]

Another great, informative, and honest review from Bob. I love how he keeps the vast majority in mind instead of a select few.

[@ericschmidt3759]

I do appreciate your honest reviews.

[@1stJohn3.9-10]

1:05 My family and friends pressured into getting an apt, but I don't want to keep paying $15K/yr. I lived in my Jeep with my Cat, while traveling from FL to CA and back for 9 months. I want to get a Cargo Van, and install a CATIO cage thru the floorboard that provides her with shelter, shade, cross breeze and a hiding place while I'm in the store or charging my Jackery; I was leaving all of my windows 1/2 way down with only a wire grate, that anyone could have easily broken into.

[@sacredstonecards9051]

Nice review Bob ❤

[@debbies6192]

Thank you for always giving an honest review.

[@raylenetatum8185]

Thank you for your honest review. :)

[@Orangeshebert]

As always great information. Thank you.

[@BIG-DIPPER-56]

Thanks for your honesty! 😎👍

[@our12silly]

Thanks for doing this one Bob. I know many people have asked you about these units, including myself. I've just decided to move on and move to higher elevation for my warmer days. Thank you again.

[@123susanbee]

I tried this and got even worse results. In cooler weather AND using it plugged straight into an electric hookup. Wish I would’ve had this review sooner and saved a colossal amount of $$. Thanks Bob!! Appreciate your integrity.

[@ToddBinNM]

Yes, great honest review. Thanks, Bob.

[@bill-gray]

Thank you for the honest review. I appreciate you.

[@kennethbailey9853]

Thank you so much. 😊