I’ve been testing the River 3 over the last few weeks, and there are a few features that have been significantly improved over the River 2. I was a little skeptical that you could make it any better, but here we are! GaN is a major upgrade and the AC inverter has much more efficient operating cost.
(!) There are no 12V 5521 DC ports like on the R2Pro, which is a disappointment. I have routers and WiFi equipment that are more efficient using DC directly, as the AC inverter consumes a lot of energy, even in standby.
@@wanmohamadiqbal8098 Absolutely! Appliances under 100W can achieve a longer runtime, especially for lighting and networking-even doubling the range!💡
As far as I know the R3 does not charge through USB-C I think the R3+ does. I wish the R3 did though especially since the charging inputs have been moved to the side, big design error IMHO!
@@VancouverTrailShredders Actually the bundle with the 45 Watt solar panel it says that the panel is USB-C. So, it is probably a safe bet that the R3 can charge via USB-C. I will let you know when I get mine next week.
@@AaronBregg the USB-C is in addition to the standard, MC4 cables so you can charge mobile devices directly. I know people who have tested the R3 and they have confirmed it doesn't charge through USB-C.
@@VancouverTrailShredders Ah OK. So, if I am understanding right, the 45 watt panel I have coming will still be MC4 but have a USB-C port on it (like the old Goal Zero foldup has)?
@@EcoFlowTech I have 4 delta pros, a delta pro ultra, all three river 2’s (2, 2max, and 2pro), delta 2, and a delta 3+. One thing that I would really like to see implemented on the rest of them would be the battery health. Will that be coming to the older units as well? Also what is the inverter efficiency on the river 3’s? Additionally the new delta pro 3 has that low power standby by inverter. Which newer models have that as well?
@@hypernate1481 Thank you for your continued support of EcoFlow! 1. The SOH feature is currently available only for the RIVER 3 Series. We’ll optimize this new function based on user feedback before expanding it to more products. 2. The inverter efficiency of the RIVER 3 is 93%. 3. Could you clarify which "low power standby inverter" feature you’re referring to? If you mean Saving Mode, it’s already implemented in the DELTA Pro Ultra, DELTA Pro 3, and DELTA 3 Plus, helping users plan their home energy usage more efficiently.
@@EcoFlowTech awesome thank you for the response. I had a chance to beta test the d3+ and the DPU. One thing I have seen mentioned about the D3 pro (and possibly the d3+ but I haven’t confirmed yet) is that cycling electronics (like a refrigerator) are treated differently by the inverter some how because when the fridge for example is not running the compressor, but still needs power to remain on and monitoring temp, the inverter will some how go into a lower consumption mode until the compressor kicks on again.
Can you add feature "Do not charge till i give permission" (i'm using my batteries as low electricity price = charge / High price = do not charge + straight from wall without charging when middle price) [Now it starts charging immediately when i plug it in to the wall (wifi wall socket)] (im also using lab features -> Ac charging but it resets every time when unplug and plug maybe fix this instead?)
Please tell me the price of the river 3 plus before I buy a BLUETTI AC50B I can’t keep waiting 😩 I want to get as close to 400 wh for $300 as possible. With the river 3 plus with the extra battery be close to that price?
Stay tuned for early December! It’s a great fit for your needs in terms of capacity and price, even without an extra battery-definitely worth the wait! 🥺
@@EcoFlowTech noooo that’s too long of a wait lol. I’m sorry I just picked up a AC60 from the bluetti site. But when that releases if you guys are willing to send me one. I’ll throw my bluetti off a bridge into a river and post the video on all my social media and let you use the video. 🤣🙏🏽 or just send it in to y’all.
In the video you show the River 3 connected to a computer acting as a UPS with monitoring software on the PC. You also show it connected to a Synolgoy NAS. Are you going to be providing updated documentation on the UPS functionality and computer interface? This functionality is a huge selling point and a potential game changer for the UPS industry. I will replace all of my APC and Cyberpower UPS with these the second they are able to properly communicate to computers and servers their remaining battery for safe shutdown during an outage.
The video showcases a model machine, but the actual screen of the RIVER 3 Plus you'll receive is the same as that of the DELTA 3 Plus!😉 You can check out the DELTA 3 Plus unboxing video to see what the screen really looks like: ua-cam.com/video/tGFk0otSCWs/v-deo.htmlsi=6jSjzLWh3tw_-UT1
@@1klakak yes most new devices use an USB-C port for charging but since a lot of people still have older devices that uses micro usb it's good that USB-A is still available. You can still charge your new device with an USB-A to USB-C cable but you can't charge your older device with USB-C to Micro USB.
@VancouverTrailShredders sure. I didn't say there shouldn't be any USB-A ports. I'm saying it should be 2 USB-C and 1 USB-A. People can use adapters for their USB-A devices. Having 2 USB-C ports would give 2 high-speed ports instead of 1.
Guys, I love your products but we’re in 2024 and there’s still only 1 usb-c… I just hope you’ll release in the future a river 3 pro that is more outdoor oriented like the previous generation and only in one package instead of relying on an external battery, river 3 + seems bigger than the river 2 pro when combined with the big battery. I would’ve bought it if it wasn’t an external battery system, the more portable the better!
River 3 plus/max is completely fine being expandable? It's just a "more powerful/feature-rich" river 3 with expandable battery capabilities. Same with the pro if they can keep a similar or smaller form factor. But I do agree on needing more USB C. End of 2024 and one output only c port is a shame.
@@CowsGoM3owNew features is always nice to get but it could have been so much smaller and portable without that extra plastic. If you go to their website, you’ll see that the river 3 max has a smaller external battery than this one shown in the video. It’s about the same size of the river 2 pro with that smaller battery. Height of river 2 pro is 8.9inches. If you add both unit and battery dimensions assuming the’re the same size from what I can see in this video, river 3 max + comes at 11.6inches for a similar sized battery. That’s what’s bottering me, portability.
Ecoflow River 3 plus's design is great but need some improvements and i think river 3 pro will come with these improvements.. * USB perpheral should be increased..Like 1. USB A 2 ports : One port is 100 watt compatible, one is for standard 18 watt 2. USB TYPE C 3 ports : One port is 140 watt or above , another one is 100 watt and the last one is 30 watt capable (support samsung, iphone , xiaomi etc charging protocol). 140 watt or above port should be input and output capable.. * If upper light position causes problem to see the screen then make it in two side with separate buttons..Light is a very eye catching feature.. * give 900 or slightly above watt inverter if possible.. ( for electric cooking appliances that dont need so much time to cook something)..give good capable inverter... * make less external battery or avoid it and give public a flexible option to increase the capacity cheaply. make a option to charge and discharge 12v battery secretly which makes public happy and this will make people to buy the main unit greatly...
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Do you know when the Ecoflow River 3 + will be available?
@@_DJ708 Available in December. Stay tuned!
When will the RIVER 3 Plus be up for preorder? And the extension battery?
Available in early December. Stay tuned!
I’ve been testing the River 3 over the last few weeks, and there are a few features that have been significantly improved over the River 2. I was a little skeptical that you could make it any better, but here we are! GaN is a major upgrade and the AC inverter has much more efficient operating cost.
Thanks for your feedback! Feel free to share your experiences anytime!😁
River 2 has served me well, i used it as a portable el-scooter charger for about a year
Sounds great! Why not share your experiences in our FB Community? 😉
When river 3 plus is gonna be released?
Available in early December. Stay tuned!
My Ecoflow river 2 is doing just fine but great products, keep it up
Oh boy, just when my bank account thought I was done buying Ecoflow products... NOT YET!
"Done buying EF products" ... said no one ever!!! 🤣
@@VancouverTrailShredders Truth!! 😄
I guess it’s not 'goodbye' but 'see you again soon'! We’ve got more in our lineup for you and your account.😉
Falling in love all over again.
(!) There are no 12V 5521 DC ports like on the R2Pro, which is a disappointment. I have routers and WiFi equipment that are more efficient using DC directly, as the AC inverter consumes a lot of energy, even in standby.
These new product improve efficiency by 2x using AC output based on their chart. Below 100w appliances.
Aren't USB outputs DC?
@@wanmohamadiqbal8098 Absolutely! Appliances under 100W can achieve a longer runtime, especially for lighting and networking-even doubling the range!💡
do they charge with USB-C like River 2?
As far as I know the R3 does not charge through USB-C I think the R3+ does. I wish the R3 did though especially since the charging inputs have been moved to the side, big design error IMHO!
@@VancouverTrailShredders Actually the bundle with the 45 Watt solar panel it says that the panel is USB-C. So, it is probably a safe bet that the R3 can charge via USB-C. I will let you know when I get mine next week.
@@AaronBreggI already checking FAQ on ecoflow website, the answer is no.
@@AaronBregg the USB-C is in addition to the standard, MC4 cables so you can charge mobile devices directly. I know people who have tested the R3 and they have confirmed it doesn't charge through USB-C.
@@VancouverTrailShredders Ah OK. So, if I am understanding right, the 45 watt panel I have coming will still be MC4 but have a USB-C port on it (like the old Goal Zero foldup has)?
looks nice. i might have to find a use for this
Looking good, Thanks guys!
Thanks! What other topics would you like to see covered about the RIVER 3 Series? 🧐
@@EcoFlowTech I have 4 delta pros, a delta pro ultra, all three river 2’s (2, 2max, and 2pro), delta 2, and a delta 3+. One thing that I would really like to see implemented on the rest of them would be the battery health. Will that be coming to the older units as well? Also what is the inverter efficiency on the river 3’s? Additionally the new delta pro 3 has that low power standby by inverter. Which newer models have that as well?
@@hypernate1481
Thank you for your continued support of EcoFlow!
1. The SOH feature is currently available only for the RIVER 3 Series. We’ll optimize this new function based on user feedback before expanding it to more products.
2. The inverter efficiency of the RIVER 3 is 93%.
3. Could you clarify which "low power standby inverter" feature you’re referring to? If you mean Saving Mode, it’s already implemented in the DELTA Pro Ultra, DELTA Pro 3, and DELTA 3 Plus, helping users plan their home energy usage more efficiently.
@@EcoFlowTech awesome thank you for the response. I had a chance to beta test the d3+ and the DPU. One thing I have seen mentioned about the D3 pro (and possibly the d3+ but I haven’t confirmed yet) is that cycling electronics (like a refrigerator) are treated differently by the inverter some how because when the fridge for example is not running the compressor, but still needs power to remain on and monitoring temp, the inverter will some how go into a lower consumption mode until the compressor kicks on again.
Can you add feature "Do not charge till i give permission" (i'm using my batteries as low electricity price = charge / High price = do not charge + straight from wall without charging when middle price) [Now it starts charging immediately when i plug it in to the wall (wifi wall socket)] (im also using lab features -> Ac charging but it resets every time when unplug and plug maybe fix this instead?)
Is ecoflow offering trade in credit to upgrade? I will trade in my River 2 plus for the river 3 plus
Sure! Learn more here: www.ecoflow.com/us/trade-in
Well you should make a shoulder or a bag so they can fit in and travellers would be easy so when UK get them get a free bag it sell like hot cakes
We do have a free bag with the purchase of a RIVER 3! It’s a duffel bag with a front zip pocket that perfectly fits your RIVER 3 series product!😉
@@EcoFlowTech thank but i dont think uk will get anything for free spent a lot with your company and never ever get anything free
Looking forward to purchase the River 3 max when it's offered at a good price. TY EF
How much will the River 3 Plus be priced for and the extra batteries?
Please tell me the price of the river 3 plus before I buy a BLUETTI AC50B I can’t keep waiting 😩 I want to get as close to 400 wh for $300 as possible. With the river 3 plus with the extra battery be close to that price?
Stay tuned for early December! It’s a great fit for your needs in terms of capacity and price, even without an extra battery-definitely worth the wait! 🥺
@@EcoFlowTech noooo that’s too long of a wait lol. I’m sorry I just picked up a AC60 from the bluetti site. But when that releases if you guys are willing to send me one. I’ll throw my bluetti off a bridge into a river and post the video on all my social media and let you use the video. 🤣🙏🏽 or just send it in to y’all.
In the video you show the River 3 connected to a computer acting as a UPS with monitoring software on the PC. You also show it connected to a Synolgoy NAS. Are you going to be providing updated documentation on the UPS functionality and computer interface?
This functionality is a huge selling point and a potential game changer for the UPS industry. I will replace all of my APC and Cyberpower UPS with these the second they are able to properly communicate to computers and servers their remaining battery for safe shutdown during an outage.
Documentation will definitely be provided. Stay tuned for the launch of the RIVER 3 Plus in early December!
Is there any chance you could help me out with the shipping weight please and thank you
When available in Europe?
EcoFlow Next power bank Nov 1st
Seems River 3 Plus display does not have the usual white backlit vs others. Not as attractive.
The video showcases a model machine, but the actual screen of the RIVER 3 Plus you'll receive is the same as that of the DELTA 3 Plus!😉 You can check out the DELTA 3 Plus unboxing video to see what the screen really looks like: ua-cam.com/video/tGFk0otSCWs/v-deo.htmlsi=6jSjzLWh3tw_-UT1
Which model replaces the 800watt river 2 pro?
In fact, we do have this planned!🤫 Stay tuned for more RIVER 3 Series lineups coming soon!😉
What is the gross weight of river 3 and river 3 plus?
RIVER 3: 3.55 kg/7.8 lb;
RIVER 3 Plus: 4.7 kg/10.4 lb.
Is there going to be a river 3 pro?
Yes. Stay tuned!😉
They need to provide the option to add a extra battery on the river 3
Big miss only putting 1 USB-C port.
Huge miss, this is the year 2024 . Most all electronics are now USB-C .
@@1klakak yes most new devices use an USB-C port for charging but since a lot of people still have older devices that uses micro usb it's good that USB-A is still available.
You can still charge your new device with an USB-A to USB-C cable but you can't charge your older device with USB-C to Micro USB.
Bet you, delta 3 has more usb-c ports
Maybe you could use the 12v accessory port to add some more.
@VancouverTrailShredders sure. I didn't say there shouldn't be any USB-A ports. I'm saying it should be 2 USB-C and 1 USB-A. People can use adapters for their USB-A devices.
Having 2 USB-C ports would give 2 high-speed ports instead of 1.
Just remember Anker had this technology long before ecoflow.
But why was EcoFlow the first to put it in a power station under 1kWh?
@@Curb71 They were not. If you look at Anker power stations you will see what I am talking about
I did and that's incorrect. If only you could just tell me which model you're referring to instead of the guessing games.
Guys, I love your products but we’re in 2024 and there’s still only 1 usb-c…
I just hope you’ll release in the future a river 3 pro that is more outdoor oriented like the previous generation and only in one package instead of relying on an external battery, river 3 + seems bigger than the river 2 pro when combined with the big battery. I would’ve bought it if it wasn’t an external battery system, the more portable the better!
River 3 plus/max is completely fine being expandable? It's just a "more powerful/feature-rich" river 3 with expandable battery capabilities. Same with the pro if they can keep a similar or smaller form factor.
But I do agree on needing more USB C. End of 2024 and one output only c port is a shame.
@@CowsGoM3owNew features is always nice to get but it could have been so much smaller and portable without that extra plastic. If you go to their website, you’ll see that the river 3 max has a smaller external battery than this one shown in the video. It’s about the same size of the river 2 pro with that smaller battery.
Height of river 2 pro is 8.9inches. If you add both unit and battery dimensions assuming the’re the same size from what I can see in this video, river 3 max + comes at 11.6inches for a similar sized battery. That’s what’s bottering me, portability.
Thanks for your feedback! We do have plan for the Pro to cover more needs. Stay tuned!
Ecoflow River 3 plus's design is great but need some improvements and i think river 3 pro will come with these improvements..
* USB perpheral should be increased..Like
1. USB A 2 ports : One port is 100 watt compatible, one is for standard 18 watt
2. USB TYPE C 3 ports : One port is 140 watt or above , another one is 100 watt and the last one is 30 watt capable (support samsung, iphone , xiaomi etc charging protocol). 140 watt or above port should be input and output capable..
* If upper light position causes problem to see the screen then make it in two side with separate buttons..Light is a very eye catching feature..
* give 900 or slightly above watt inverter if possible.. ( for electric cooking appliances that dont need so much time to cook something)..give good capable inverter...
* make less external battery or avoid it and give public a flexible option to increase the capacity cheaply. make a option to charge and discharge 12v battery secretly which makes public happy and this will make people to buy the main unit greatly...
No wireless charging PASS...