A FOCUSED SHORTLIST
Four options. Clear trade-offs. Start with what you need to power, then compare the details.
For the small essentials
SPECIFICATION-BASED ANALYSIS
A compact starting point for networking gear, phones and a few lights. Size the runtime before assuming it will cover an entire evening.
Room to build your plan
SPECIFICATION-BASED ANALYSIS
A 1kWh starting point for selected household essentials, with a path to compatible extra batteries. Check the load and starting requirements of your own appliances.
A portable 1kWh option
SPECIFICATION-BASED ANALYSIS
A 1070Wh unit to shortlist when portability matters alongside household backup. Compare the exact Explorer model: similarly named HomePower versions have different specifications.
More capacity, more weight
SPECIFICATION-BASED ANALYSIS
The largest base capacity in this four-model shortlist, with 1800W rated AC output. Its extra weight matters if you plan to move it often.
Prices observed October 22, 2026. US base-unit configurations. Current offers and stock can change; check the exact seller listing. These are researched options, not hands-on test winners.
SIDE BY SIDE
| Specification | EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus | EcoFlow DELTA 3 | Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 | BLUETTI AC180 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base capacity | 286Wh | 1,024Wh | 1,070Wh | 1,152Wh |
| Rated AC output | 600W | 1,800W | 1,500W | 1,800W |
| Published surge | 1,200W | 3,600W | 3,000W | Not verified; check manufacturer |
| Weight | 10.4 lb | 27.6 lb | 23.8 lb | 35.3 lb |
| Observed base-unit price | $299 | $629 | Check manufacturer | $499 |
| Evidence | Manufacturer specifications | Manufacturer specifications | Manufacturer specifications | Manufacturer specifications |
| Source | Manufacturer ↗ | Manufacturer ↗ | Manufacturer ↗ | Manufacturer ↗ |
Surge ratings are manufacturer statements; duration and device compatibility require verification. Power-lifting and reduced-voltage boost modes are excluded from rated output.
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