Bluetti have some advantages over this unit for example the EB70 has dual charging from both AC and DC at the same time. It can also use an external battery to extend the usage time or charge the Bluetti as you use AC output. 256Wh isn't that long on AC output as its only 1 Amp for 1 hour.
For sure, the EB70 is also more than twice the price here in the UK. £269 for a River 2, £729 for a EB70 there's bound to be additional features and functionality with a model more than twice the price.
Hi, great question. I've just tried to out and the answer is yes you can. I started to charge the RIVER 2 by USB-C and plugged in a USB to charge my phone at the same time and it does. I also plugged in a 3-pin plug and it powered that device too via the AC output. Rather impressive.
@@AbdulKhan-qd2wn I would suggest the newer range purely because of the improved battery technology with LFP chemistry. Quicker to charge, longer lasting durability, more charge cycles and less degradation.
@@johntisbury im from the uk and waiting to see what offers are on the River 2 max and and River Max/pro Tmrw. I like the design of original River but hard to ignore the upgrades on New River 2 In any case Ecoflow have such an impressive lineup
A bit shameless, not sure you can state its the best as no comparisons were offered. don't blame you though nice to get free stuff but a little bit of balance would be good
Thank you for watching and a fair point on lack of comparison. In the accompanying sales pack EcoFlow did compare the RIVER 2 to the original RIVER model, the Jackery 230W and 300W and Goal Zero Yeti 200X and it out performed them all across charging speed, performance, and stated longevity.
Who would not want a power station that only takes 60 minutes to fully charge. I would definitely want one.
Absolutely. It's a great product. Seems they have already sold out of certain of the RIVER 2 range.
This is one power station I would love to own. Has a 256Wh capacity and charges in 60 minutes.
What’s not to like! 👍
It acutally can provide 160wh-220wh capacity due to losses, cooler, and Bluetooth that can not be fully turned on
Good review, I just ordered the Max in case of power cuts and for camping next summer. The fast charge speed and life of the product swung it for me.
Good choice.
Hi John
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Hope all is well and you are in good health.
Thank you. Happy New Year to you too.
Excellent looking piece of equipment at a reasonable price. Er, a back up for the back up?!!!
Absolutely, I’ll be using when I’m out photographing most likely
Brilliant video! I'm waiting for the DELTA 2 to arrive so this is a great introduction to Ecoflow's products.
Thanks Andrew for watching. The DELTA 2 looks a great piece of kit. I'm impressed with their products I have to say.
Bluetti have some advantages over this unit for example the EB70 has dual charging from both AC and DC at the same time. It can also use an external battery to extend the usage time or charge the Bluetti as you use AC output. 256Wh isn't that long on AC output as its only 1 Amp for 1 hour.
For sure, the EB70 is also more than twice the price here in the UK. £269 for a River 2, £729 for a EB70 there's bound to be additional features and functionality with a model more than twice the price.
@@johntisbury Yep but the dual DC charging is a really handy thing.
Hi. Just wanted to know if you can continuously use the River 2 while charging via usb?
Or will it only support pass thru charging while on mains
Hi, great question. I've just tried to out and the answer is yes you can. I started to charge the RIVER 2 by USB-C and plugged in a USB to charge my phone at the same time and it does. I also plugged in a 3-pin plug and it powered that device too via the AC output. Rather impressive.
@@johntisbury that is truly impressive. Thankyou for going out your way to check all that.
Enjoyed watching ur video by the way.
@@johntisbury cant decide which tp buy out the River Pro and River 2 max
Love the look of the Original River max and pro with the light feature
@@AbdulKhan-qd2wn I would suggest the newer range purely because of the improved battery technology with LFP chemistry. Quicker to charge, longer lasting durability, more charge cycles and less degradation.
@@johntisbury im from the uk and waiting to see what offers are on the River 2 max and and River Max/pro Tmrw.
I like the design of original River but hard to ignore the upgrades on New River 2
In any case Ecoflow have such an impressive lineup
Hi are you ok as you have gone quite on the solar array infor for last 2 months. Hope your ok
Hi Simon, life has got in the way. 😏 Elderly parents, care homes, clearing houses etc. back on it soon. Appreciate the check up.
A bit shameless, not sure you can state its the best as no comparisons were offered. don't blame you though nice to get free stuff but a little bit of balance would be good
Thank you for watching and a fair point on lack of comparison.
In the accompanying sales pack EcoFlow did compare the RIVER 2 to the original RIVER model, the Jackery 230W and 300W and Goal Zero Yeti 200X and it out performed them all across charging speed, performance, and stated longevity.