Capacity
Higher is better | Scale max: 2,073 Wh | Elite 200 V2 leads
Elite 200 V2 2,073 Wh
RIVER 2 Max 512 Wh
Elite 200 V2: +1,561 Wh (+304.9%).
Elite 200 V2 vs RIVER 2 Max
VS
2,600W
Running power
500W
2,073 Wh
Battery
512 Wh
53.4 lbs
Weight
13.4 lbs
At a Glance
This comparison pairs two LFP portable power stations that sit in very different weight and capacity classes. The Bluetti Elite 200 V2 delivers 2,600W of running power from a 2,073 Wh battery, while the EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max tops out at 500W with 512 Wh of storage.
That gap shows up clearly in device coverage: the Elite 200 V2 powered 43 out of 53 tested devices compared to just 20 for the RIVER 2 Max. Longevity also favors the Bluetti, rated for 6,000 cycles versus 3,000.
On the solar side, the Elite 200 V2 accepts up to 1,000W of panel input across 19 compatible options, though a full solar charge still takes roughly 7.4 hours due to its larger battery. The tradeoff is weight: at 53.4 lbs, the Elite 200 V2 is four times heavier than the 13.4 lb RIVER 2 Max, making portability a real consideration.
Overall Winner
Elite 200 V2
Powers 43 of 53 tested devices vs 20 for RIVER 2 Max
Home backup: Elite 200 V2 RV / mobile: RIVER 2 Max Solar: Tie
Elite 200 V2 wins overall, but the best pick depends on your use case.
Choose Elite 200 V2 if...
- + You want broader device compatibility
- + You need all-day runtime headroom
Choose RIVER 2 Max if...
- + Portability matters (13 lbs vs 53)
- + You want faster solar recharging
Spec Snapshot
Absolute values shown. Bars are scaled within this comparison for readability.
Each metric is independent. Bar lengths are not comparable across different compare pages.
Running Power
Higher is better | Scale max: 2,600 W | Elite 200 V2 leads
Elite 200 V2 2,600 W
RIVER 2 Max 500 W
Elite 200 V2: +2,100 W (+420.0%).
Surge Power
Higher is better | Scale max: 3,600 W | Elite 200 V2 leads
Elite 200 V2 3,600 W
RIVER 2 Max 1,000 W
Elite 200 V2: +2,600 W (+260.0%).
Weight
Lower is better | Scale best: 13.4 lbs | RIVER 2 Max leads
Elite 200 V2 53.4 lbs (24.2 kg)
RIVER 2 Max 13.4 lbs (6.1 kg)
RIVER 2 Max: -39.9 lbs (74.8% lighter).
Battery Life
Higher is better | Scale max: 6,000 cycles | Elite 200 V2 leads
Elite 200 V2 6,000 cycles
RIVER 2 Max 3,000 cycles
Elite 200 V2: +3,000 cycles (+100.0%).
Where Compatibility Actually Differs
Out of 53 devices tested, 23 show a different result between these two stations.
Both can run: 20 · Differences: 43% (23/53) · Neither can run: 10
Only Elite 200 V2 can run 23
2-Slice Bread Toaster RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Coffee Maker RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Digital Air Fryer RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Electric Skillet RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Electric Stove (Single Burner) RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Electric Water Kettle RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Instant Pot (6 Qt) RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Microwave Oven (1000W) RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Toaster Oven RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Rice Cooker RIVER 2 Max: Running shortfall
Dehumidifier (70 Pint) RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Gas Furnace Fan (Blower) RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Space Heater (1,500W) RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Window AC (8,000 BTU) RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Dishwasher RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Washing Machine RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Sump Pump (1/2 HP) RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Desktop PC (Gaming/Workstation) RIVER 2 Max: Running shortfall
EV Charger (Level 1, 120V) RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Portable Ice Maker (Countertop) RIVER 2 Max: Surge shortfall
Professional Hair Dryer RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Corded Drill / Hammer Drill RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Laser Printer RIVER 2 Max: Running + surge shortfall
Neither can run · 10 devices
These devices have startup surges that exceed both stations.
Central AC (3-Ton)
Portable AC (12,000 BTU)
Electric Clothes Dryer
RV Rooftop AC (13,500 BTU)
Circular Saw (Corded)
Electric Chainsaw (14-inch)
Pancake Air Compressor (6-Gallon)
Shop Vac (Wet/Dry, 5-6 HP Peak)
Electric Water Heater (50 Gal)
Well Pump (1 HP)
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec | Elite 200 V2 | RIVER 2 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2,073 Wh ✓ | 512 Wh |
| Running Power | 2,600 W ✓ | 500 W |
| Surge Power | 3,600 W ✓ | 1,000 W |
| Weight | 53.4 lbs (24.2 kg) | 13.4 lbs (6.1 kg) ✓ |
| Energy Density | 85.7 Wh/kg ✓ | 83.9 Wh/kg |
| Portability Tier | portable | ultralight |
| Chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Cycle Life | 6,000 ✓ | 3,000 |
| Expandable | No | No |
| UPS | No | No |
| AC Voltage | 120V | 120V |
Solar Charging
Best-case charging profile using compatible solar panels.
Elite 200 V2
Max solar input 1,000 W
Connector XT60
Full charge time ~7.4h
Compatible panels 19/20
MPPT: 11-60V
RIVER 2 Max
Faster Max solar input 220 W
Connector XT60i
Full charge time ~3.3h
Compatible panels 17/20
MPPT: 11-50V
Charge speed comparison
Longer bar = faster charge (inverted scale)
Device Compatibility
All tested devices grouped by category. Click a category to expand.
Elite 200 V2RIVER 2 Max
Emergency(2)
2/21/2
2/2
1/2
Entertainment(2)
2/21/2
2/2
1/2
EV & Transportation(2)
2/21/2
2/2
1/2
Heating & Cooling(7)
5/71/7
5/7
1/7
| Device | Elite 200 V2 | Runtime | RIVER 2 Max | Runtime |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Box Fan (20-inch) | Safe | 17.5h | Safe | 4.3h |
| Central AC (3-Ton) | Voltage Fail | N/A | Voltage Fail | N/A |
| Dehumidifier (70 Pint) | Tight | 1.7h | Fail | N/A |
| Gas Furnace Fan (Blower) | Safe | 1.4h | Fail | N/A |
| Portable AC (12,000 BTU) | Soft Start | 1.1h | Fail | N/A |
| Space Heater (1,500W) | Safe | 1h | Fail | N/A |
| Window AC (8,000 BTU) | Safe | 2h | Fail | N/A |
Home Infrastructure(3)
1/31/3
1/3
1/3
| Device | Elite 200 V2 | Runtime | RIVER 2 Max | Runtime |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric Water Heater (50 Gal) | Voltage Fail | N/A | Voltage Fail | N/A |
| Garage Door Opener (Residential) | Safe | 8.1h | Safe | 2h |
| Well Pump (1 HP) | Voltage Fail | N/A | Voltage Fail | N/A |
Kitchen Appliances(11)
11/111/11
11/11
1/11
| Device | Elite 200 V2 | Runtime | RIVER 2 Max | Runtime |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Slice Bread Toaster | Safe | 1h | Fail | N/A |
| Coffee Maker | Safe | 0.9h | Fail | N/A |
| Digital Air Fryer | Safe | 0.9h | Fail | N/A |
| Electric Skillet | Safe | 1h | Fail | N/A |
| Electric Stove (Single Burner) | Safe | 0.8h | Fail | N/A |
| Electric Water Kettle | Safe | 1h | Fail | N/A |
| Instant Pot (6 Qt) | Safe | 1h | Fail | N/A |
| Microwave Oven (1000W) | Safe | 0.8h | Fail | N/A |
| Rice Cooker | Safe | 1.5h | Fail | N/A |
| Slow Cooker | Safe | 4.8h | Safe | 1.2h |
| Toaster Oven | Safe | 0.8h | Fail | N/A |
Large Appliances(4)
3/41/4
3/4
1/4
| Device | Elite 200 V2 | Runtime | RIVER 2 Max | Runtime |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dishwasher | Safe | 0.8h | Fail | N/A |
| Electric Clothes Dryer | Voltage Fail | N/A | Voltage Fail | N/A |
| French Door Refrigerator | Safe | 7h | Safe | 1.7h |
| Washing Machine | Safe | 1.1h | Fail | N/A |
Medical(4)
4/44/4
4/4
4/4
Outdoor & RV(6)
5/64/6
5/6
4/6
Personal Care(2)
2/21/2
2/2
1/2
Power Tools(5)
1/50/5
1/5
0/5
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The Bottom Line
The Elite 200 V2 is the clear pick for home backup, extended off-grid use, or powering high-draw appliances, scoring 83.5 versus 40 in our testing. The RIVER 2 Max earns its place for car camping, day trips, or light-duty charging where its 13.4 lb frame and faster 3.3-hour solar top-up matter more than raw output. For most buyers needing broad device coverage and serious capacity, the Elite 200 V2 is the stronger investment.
Elite 200 V2 vs RIVER 2 Max FAQ
Q Which is better for home backup, Elite 200 V2 or RIVER 2 Max?
Elite 200 V2 is the stronger overall choice in this matchup based on weighted compatibility across 53 tested devices.
Q Which has longer runtime, Elite 200 V2 or RIVER 2 Max?
Elite 200 V2 has higher battery capacity (2,073 Wh), which generally supports longer runtime on the same load.
Q Which charges faster with solar panels?
RIVER 2 Max has the faster best-case solar recharge profile in our panel compatibility test set.
Q Which is more portable, Elite 200 V2 or RIVER 2 Max?
RIVER 2 Max is lighter at 13.4 lbs vs 53.4 lbs. RIVER 2 Max is rated ultralight for portability.
Q How many devices can each power station run?
Elite 200 V2 powers 43 of 53 tested devices, compared to 20 for RIVER 2 Max.