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Voltage Gate
PASSDevice output type must match generator output.
120V required -> 120V available
No — the RIVER 2 is underpowered for a Rice Cooker
No - this pairing is underpowered. Safe target ~1036W running / 1036W surge; the generator provides 300W / 600W.
- • Continuous power shortfall: needs 941W (safe target ~1036W), generator provides 300W.
- • Startup surge shortfall: needs 941W (safe target ~1036W), generator provides 600W.
Power Margin Analysis
300W / 600W Capacity Running 736W short
1036W required
Surge 436W short
1036W required
Decision Gate Waterfall
Same decision gates as the engine: voltage, running, surge. Runtime is shown as operational context.
2
Running Gate
FAILContinuous draw with safety buffer applied.
1,036W required -> 300W available (736W short)
Required 1,036W required
Available 300W
3
Surge Gate
FAILStartup peak with safety buffer applied.
1,036W required -> 600W available (436W short)
Required 1,036W required
Available 600W
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Runtime Insight
INFORuntime context only. It does not change the electrical compatibility verdict.
Runtime estimate appears after running and surge gates pass.
Power bars show required versus available output for each gate.
See generators that pass nativelyDecision Snapshot
Quick compatibility, required headroom, and model-specific context at a glance.
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300W
Running Power
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256Wh
Capacity
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Est. Runtime
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110W
Solar Input
Quick Compatibility Check
- 1 Running headroom: target 1036W; generator provides 300W.
- 2 Surge headroom: target 1036W; generator provides 600W.
- 3 Result: pick a higher-output unit for safe operation.
What To Do Instead
- 1 Underpowered: The Rice Cooker needs 1036W running / 1036W surge (with 10% buffer). The RIVER 2 provides 300W / 600W.
- 2 Safe target: Look for a power station with at least 1036W continuous and 1036W surge at 120V.
- 3 Compatible alternative: The SOLIX C800 Plus (1200W / 1600W surge) clears this device's requirements.
Model-Specific Results
0 of 3 models are SAFE or TIGHT. Most demanding model: Tiger JBV-A18U (10-Cup Micom) (941W surge).
| Model | Running | Surge | Verdict | Runtime | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aroma ARC-914SBD (8-Cup Digital) | 350W | 350W | Fail | — | OEM Verified |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 350 W. **Surge:** 350 W. Requires 120V AC output. Resistive heating element with no motor inrush. One of the lightest rice cooker loads available. Field note: At 350W this is one of the easiest kitchen appliances to run off-grid. Even a compact 300Wh power station can handle a full cook cycle. Can I run this Aroma rice cooker on a small portable power station? Yes — at 350W it works on any power station rated 500W+ continuous. A 500Wh battery handles multiple cook cycles. | |||||
| Zojirushi NS-TSC18 (10-Cup Micom) | 820W | 820W | Fail | — | OEM Manual |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 820 W. **Surge:** 820 W (no inrush spike). **Voltage:** 120 V AC required. Micom (microcomputer) fuzzy-logic heating draws more than basic rice cookers due to advanced temperature control. Field note: The 10-cup Zojirushi is a mid-range load. Power stations rated 1000W+ handle it with comfortable margin. The fuzzy logic cycling means average draw is below 820W over a full cook. Can I run this Zojirushi on a 500W power station? No — it draws 820W continuous. You need at least a 1000W-rated power station for safe operation. | |||||
| Tiger JBV-A18U (10-Cup Micom) | 941W | 941W | Fail | — | OEM Verified |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 941 W. **Surge:** 941 W. Requires 120V AC output. Micom-controlled heating with no motor inrush. The highest-draw standard rice cooker in this comparison. Field note: At 941W this is the heaviest standard rice cooker load. A 1200W power station handles it with margin. Don't confuse this with induction heating models (1300W+) which are a different class. Why does this Tiger draw more than a Zojirushi of the same size? Heating element wattage varies by design. The Tiger JBV-A18U uses a 941W element vs 820W for the Zojirushi NS-TSC18 — both are 10-cup micom cookers but with different heating configurations. | |||||
How This Pairing Performs Across Our Database
This unit is outside the compatible set; 25 of 33 generators pass SAFE/TIGHT for this device.
How Rice Cooker Performs Across 33 Tested Generators
25 of 33 generators are SAFE+TIGHT for Rice Cooker.
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Safe+Tight
Safe 24 (73%)
Tight 1 (3%)
Fail 8 (24%)
Power Comparison: EcoFlow RIVER 2 vs Top Alternatives for Rice Cooker
EcoFlow RIVER 2 Fail
Current unit
Running 300W
Surge 600W
Fit class uses buffered needs (running and surge) for this device.
Specs & Surge Analysis
Kitchen Appliances
Rice Cooker
Rice Preparation
Select Your Model:
941W
Running
941W
Surge
120V
Required
True Surge™ Analysis
Safety Buffer: +10% Running Power Usage 345% Utilization
1036W required 300W Capacity
736W short
Surge/Startup Peak 173% Utilization
1036W required 600W Capacity
436W short
Voltage Match 120V ↔ 120V ✓
Startup Surge Visual
Startup Surge
Rice Cooker vs RIVER 2
Startup surge exceeds the power station limit. A soft starter may resolve the surge gap.
Compatible Alternatives to RIVER 2
These generators meet Rice Cooker's voltage, running, and surge requirements.
Best Value 
SOLIX C800 Plus
1200W • 768Wh
Runtime at your load
~0.6h
Capacity Fit Fixed 768Wh
Lowest capacity that still clears surge + running load.
Max Runtime 
Delta Pro
3600W • 3600Wh
Runtime at your load
~2.7h
Longest Runtime Expandable to 25000Wh
Expandable to 25000Wh.
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Generator Insights
The 600 W surge window can support typical compressor-based startup loads found in small refrigerators, window AC units, and sump pumps. The 256 Wh capacity limits sustained runtime, but the 2:1 surge-to-running ratio can handle brief inrush currents during motor startup events. This unit can manage intermittent high-demand appliances in portable or backup scenarios.
LFP chemistry provides stable operation across discharge cycles. The 300 W continuous rating with 600 W surge headroom allows brief high-draw events without immediate overload shutdown. Source: EcoFlow RIVER 2 User Manual v1.0 (OEM documentation).
Technical Analysis
Spec-Based • No GuaranteesTechnical Breakdown
Running load: 941 W continuous (worst case). Surge: 941 W (resistive heating element, no motor start spike). Voltage: 120 V AC required. Rice cookers range from 350W (basic digital) to 941W (large micom) depending on size and technology.
Expected Behavior
Load depends on model: budget 8-cup cookers draw 350W, premium 10-cup micom models draw 820-941W. Half-hour daily operation consumes 175-470 Wh. Load is steady with no inrush spike.
Field Note
Check your specific model before sizing a power station. A budget Aroma (350W) runs on almost anything, while a 10-cup Tiger or Zojirushi (820-941W) needs a 1000W+ station.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the EcoFlow RIVER 2 power a Rice Cooker?
No. The EcoFlow RIVER 2 falls short on both running (300W offered vs 1036W needed) and surge (600W offered vs 1036W needed). Safe targets include a 10% buffer for the Rice Cooker's resistive load profile.
How long will the RIVER 2 run a Rice Cooker?
No reliable runtime estimate — this pairing is not compatible. The EcoFlow RIVER 2 cannot safely power the Rice Cooker. See compatible alternatives above for power stations that meet this device's requirements.
Efficiency Hack: Large appliances like the Rice Cooker cycle on and off. To maximize the 0 hours of runtime, try to minimize how often you open the device or introduce heat loads.
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Technical Sourcing & Verification
ID: ecoflow-river-2-rice-cooker 🏛️ Device Data Source
Engineering Est. Safety Factor Applied
Derived from variant list (max of variants). Running worst case = Tiger JBV-A18U (941W). Surge = running (resistive heating element — no motor inrush).
⚡ Generator Specs Source
OEM Verified
EcoFlow RIVER 2 User Manual v1.0
Methodology informed by US Department of Energy (DOE) & EIA references where applicable.
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