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Camping & RV
Portable Power Stations

Power stations for tent camping, van life, and RV hookups — sized for fridges, lights, and charging without generator noise.

Typical range ≈ 300–2,000 Wh

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BEST OVERALL

EcoFlow RIVER 3

The RIVER 2's replacement — lighter, same hour-long wall recharge.

Capacity
245 Wh
AC output
300 W
Chemistry
LiFePO4
Fridge-days
≈ 0.5
$229 MSRP Review pending
BEST VALUE

EcoFlow RIVER 2

Ultralight weekend unit with a 60-minute wall recharge.

Capacity
256 Wh
AC output
300 W
Chemistry
LiFePO4
Fridge-days
≈ 0.6
BEST FOR RV

BLUETTI EB3A

Twice the inverter of its size class, but the shortest warranty here.

Capacity
268 Wh
AC output
600 W
Chemistry
LiFePO4
Fridge-days
≈ 0.6
BEST BUDGET

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus

The only sub-300 Wh unit that expands — to 858 Wh with an extra battery.

Capacity
286 Wh
AC output
600 W
Chemistry
LiFePO4
Fridge-days
≈ 0.6
$299 MSRP Review pending

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Frequently Asked Questions

What size power station do I need for my RV?

For essentials off hookups (12V fridge, lights, charging), plan 1,200–2,400 Wh. Running a full RV including microwave bursts pushes you to 2,400 Wh+ with a 3,000 W-class inverter. Use our sizing calculator with your actual devices.

Can I run my AC or microwave on a portable power station?

Microwaves (900–1,500 W) run fine on 1,800 W+ inverters but drain roughly 25 Wh per minute. RV air conditioners need 2,000–3,000 W continuous plus surge — only the largest units with soft-start hardware manage it, and runtime is short.

How long will a power station last while camping?

Divide usable capacity (about 85% of rated Wh) by your daily draw. A 1,000 Wh unit runs a 12V fridge plus lights and charging for roughly two days; add 200 W of solar and decent sun to stretch that indefinitely.

Are portable power stations safe to use in an RV or tent?

Yes — unlike gas generators they produce no exhaust, so they're safe indoors. Keep them ventilated (inverters make heat), dry, and off direct ground contact in rain.