Whether you’re planning your next off-grid adventure or you’re protecting against power outages, having access to a reliable power source is essential. It can be a literal lifesaver in an emergency, and you might be surprised at how affordable one can be. EcoFlow makes some of our favorite power stations, regularly finding a home on our lists of the best portable power stations and solar generators. And its popular River 3 power station is available today for as little as $199.
While this price isn’t quite the lowest price we’ve seen, it’s considerably cheaper than the highest. And unlike some previous deals, this one is available to all rather than being limited to Amazon Prime members. However, we do recommend acting quickly — this price won’t last for long.
We haven’t had hands-on time with the 245-watt-hour River 3 just yet, but we did previously have the EcoFlow River 2 Pro down as the best budget portable power station. The new model is 30% smaller and is estimated to run a Wi-Fi router for around 30.8 hours and a fan for 6.6 hours.
On top of this, it has 1-hour fast charging with six outlets that can all be used simultaneously. After all, there’s nothing worse than your devices running out of juice when away from power. The EcoFlow River 3 only weighs 7.8 pounds (3.53 kilograms) and is equipped with a built-in handle, so it can fit into small spaces and be carried with ease.
If this isn’t what you’re looking for, there are plenty of power station deals around, including from Jackery, Anker and EcoFlow.
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Why this deal matters
Portable power stations are a great buy, but they’re a no-brainer when you can snag a deal as well. This is your chance to be prepared for the worst, all while saving money. Again, we don’t expect this deal to last long so we recommend acting now rather than waiting.
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