BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 vs EcoFlow RIVER mini
Two small power stations, number by number. Neither is ranked above the other. Every spec comes from each maker's manual or product page; tap a station for the source.
- Bigger battery: BLUETTI Elite 30 V2, 288 Wh vs 210 Wh.
- More AC output: BLUETTI Elite 30 V2, 600 W vs 300 W.
- More solar input: BLUETTI Elite 30 V2, 200 W vs 100 W.
- Higher solar voltage limit: EcoFlow RIVER mini, 39 V vs 28 V.
- Lighter: EcoFlow RIVER mini, 6.3 lb vs 9.5 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: BLUETTI Elite 30 V2, $290 vs $399.
Elite 30 V2 and RIVER mini are the same size class: within 78 Wh of each other. RIVER mini is the lightest at 6.3 lb. Elite 30 V2 takes the most solar at 200 W, so it refills fastest. Elite 30 V2 is the cheapest at $290, and it also leads on solar input.
How long they run common devices
| Device | BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 | EcoFlow RIVER mini |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 4 hours | 3 hours |
| CPAP (40 W) | 6 hours | 4.5 hours |
| Starlink (100 W) | 2.5 hours | 2 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 4 hours | 3 hours |
On a full charge, assuming 85% of the battery is usable. Real devices vary; check the label on yours.
Every spec side by side
| Spec |  BLUETTI |  EcoFlow |
|---|---|---|
Battery Wh, size | 288 Wh fridge about 4 hours | 210 Wh fridge about 3 hours |
AC output W, continuous | 600 W Fridge, CPAP, laptops, lights | 300 W CPAP, laptops, lights, phones |
Surge W, a second or two | n/a not published by BLUETTI | 600 W motor start-ups |
Solar input W, max | 200 W full in about 2 hours | 100 W full in about 3 hours |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | 12 to 28 V 1 panel, or 2 in parallel | 11 to 39 V 1 panel, or 2 in parallel |
Solar inputs count | 1 input Solar input | 1 input DC input |
Weight lb | 9.5 lb one hand | 6.3 lb one hand |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 30 Wh/lb higher is denser | 33 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $290 1.01 $/Wh | $399 1.90 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $1.01 lower is better value | $1.90 lower is better value |
| Buy | $290 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | $399 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 |
Which solar panels work with each
Our checker at 20°F, using each maker's voltage and current rules. Tap a verdict for the wiring and cables.
Where to buy
$399 at the EcoFlow store, checked Oct 28, 2026
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